My son, now 12 and a middle grader, agrees that he likes to read but is not a bookworm. He likes to read, he likes to be read to, and he likes to read together, but it’s rare for reading to be his first activity of choice (he’d usually prefer to draw). Note my surprise … Continue reading Book Review: Holes by Louis Sachar. A book that hooked my non-bookworm middle grader
Tag: friendship
Happy Book-ish Holidays!
I had intended to send out another planned post - organised, thought out. Instead, today I choose to send my very warmest, most book-ish good wishes for the holidays wishing a peaceful New Year to you and yours, with a small dose of book-thoughts and news. I love the community we have around us; people … Continue reading Happy Book-ish Holidays!
One Year On – Thoughts and Thanks
The one year anniversary for this blog! Thanks and warm bookish greetings to all!
Book Review: Just Ask! – an invitation
A warm, beautiful book, inviting us to ask questions, learn, and know each other better.
Book Review: A New Home – can I play in a new city?
A charming picture book that illustrates how much we have in common.
Book Review: Under the Great Plum Tree – a delicious, golden-hearted tale of kindness
A kind-hearted monkey and some quick-thinking in this gorgeously illustrated re-telling of an old tale.
Book Review: The Power of One: Every Act of Kindness Counts
A message of rebuilding together - of hurt and friendship and apology and new start.
Book Review: Julius and Macy: A Very Brave Night – a very sweet tail
The perfect antidote to an overdose of superheroes.
Book Review: Mangoes, Mischief, and Tales of Friendship: Stories from India
Two boys find witty solutions in these lively 'modern folktales' - perfect for reading together at bedtime.
Bridging the Atlantic Book Divide: The Pip and Posy Books by Axel Scheffler, Nosy Crow
Introducing some dear friends from the UK, Pip and Posy. This is toddler life.
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