Farmer Brown’s problems REALLY begin when his cows start leaving him notes! Come join the fun as a bunch of literate cows turn Farmer Brown’s farm upside-down! ****************************** CLICK, CLACK, MOO Cows That Type Doreen Cronin – Author Betsy Lewin – Illustrator Spunky barnyard animals unite to improve their working conditions in this hilarious picture… Read More
These problems will give our children the chance to work methodically to answer the questions. It is important to remember mistakes are valuable, they encourage brain growth and learning. ********************************* MATCHING TRIANGLES These triangles belong to three different families. All the triangles in the same family are the same shape. But they may… Read More
We are reminded that opening our minds to new experiences, no matter how challenging, can lead to great memories. Our children will understand what Ernestine knows… the world looks different after a wonderful adventure. **************************** This delightful trip will be savored again and again. THE CAMPING TRIP Jennifer Mann- Author and Illustrator Ernestine has never been… Read More
Bear Came Along is a story about connection — a group of woodland characters, who otherwise would not have met, experience a turbulent trip down a river and becoming friends as a result. The message that comes through for even the youngest of readers: We are all in this together, and our differences strengthen our unity…. Read More
The focus of these activities is not on counting but on instantly recognizing combinations to five. These activities are a combination of recognizing and just knowing groupings to five, which will strengthen our young children’s base for continued mathematical development. ****************************** BLAST OFF! A Game for 2 Young Players 1. Players are dealt 5 cards… Read More
Mr Brown’s Bad Day is a wonderfully witty madcap adventure with inventive twists and turns, a series of unlucky events, a comic chase and a brilliant and reassuring surprise ending. A perfect for bedtime story. ****************************** “Laugh-out-loud fun and a lovely sweet ending.” Kirkus MR. BROWN’S BAD DAY LOU PEACOCK – AUTHOR ALISON FRIEND – ILLUSTRATOR… Read More
Good parents everywhere know the tension of wanting our kids to be curious, to have rich experiences and friends…but to be perfectly safe while doing it. ******************************* A tender little story…… LITTLE FOX Edward van de Vendel – Author Marije Tolman – Illustrator An exuberant young fox plays joyfully among birds and animals, not always… Read More
“Sardonic cartoon drawings and the play on words cleverly elevate the repetitive, Dick-and-Jane pattern to include humor and suspense. Children, who are frequently subject to the control of others, will delight in seeing Max mirror their emotions and turn the tables.”Kirkus Your children will cheer for the affronted Max in this well-crafted early reader with delightful… Read More
This is a fresh and funny take on a teddy bear come to life. Your family will love this salty and sweet, grumpy and tender, sly tribute to the ties that bind. The bond between a child and their stuffed friend demonstrates that while life is full of bumps and bruises, hugs are magical. This special… Read More
Through playing with numbers, these activities will support our young children with the development of their sense of addition. **************************** FAIR EXCHANGE Age 5 to 7 In your bank, you have three types of coins. The number of spots shows how much they are worth. Can you choose coins to exchange with the groups below… Read More
