One of the joys of December evenings is to curl up with kids, and books to read out loud. Discover the poetry of a snowy night, adventures in the world’s coldest places, a train ride to the North Pole, and gifts that last a lifetime.
Read more…Lewis & Clark at the Pacific Ocean
In November 1805, the Corps of Discovery expedition, led by Lewis and Clark, reached the Pacific Ocean. Explore Cape Disappointment, Washington and Fort Clatsop in Oregon with kids, following in the footsteps of Lewis and Clark today.
Read more…John Howland’s good luck: A Pilgrim ancestor
In 1620, John Howland set sail on the Mayflower, voyaging from Plymouth, England to America. Going on deck in a storm, he was hit by a wave, and fell overboard. Lucky for Howland, he was rescued by the crew, and lived to an old age. His story, and more children’s books to read.
Read more…Giverny: Monet’s art in the garden
A new children’s book called The Garden of Monsieur Monet inspired us to write about Giverny, a delightful day trip from Paris.
Read more…Australian Animals: New and favorite books
Australia has some of the most strange and unusual animals on earth, such as thorny devils, painted ground-dragons, fairy shrimp, legless lizards, barking spiders, echidnas, gibber-hoppers, bilbies, sugar gliders. Here’s our list of new and favorite children’s books about Australian animals.
Read more…New Books: Vietnam
Vietnam is on our list of countries to visit, but in the meantime, here are two fabulous new books we’re reading.
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