Teaches you the basics of caring well for your pet rabbit.
Worksheets as well as information.
Pictures and text written to elementary age level.
16 pages
Caring for Your Pet Bunny Ebook
Sunday, July 31, 2016
Teaches you the basics of caring well for your pet rabbit.
Worksheets as well as information.
Pictures and text written to elementary age level.
16 pages
The Missy Franklin Story, Swimming with Faith
Tuesday, July 26, 2016
Missy Franklin, from Canadian roots, swimmer extraordinaire and person of faith, this is a review of the book "Swimming with Faith". Written by Natalie Davis Miller, we are walked through Missy's life from an active five year old swimming, to the college-age swimmer that she is now.
Book Synopsis:
One of the most talented swimmers in the world today, Missy Franklin has been swimming since she was fie years old and hasn't stopped. From local summer swim leagues all the way to the Olympics, Missy proven over and over that hard work and dedication can make dreams become reality. But through all of the adventures and challenges that are a part of this determined athlete's life, Missy has remained true to her heart and faith -- making sure that God, family and friends stay top priorities even in the face of the fame and glory that come with achieving goals like Olympic gold and world records in her beloved swimming.
My Thoughts:
This book is geared toward children, who want to know more about Missy Franklin, world-class swimmer, with Canadian roots swimming for the USA. It's a book about a girl and her desire to be the best swimmer that she can, and how her faith in God sustains her.
Filled with pictures of Missy's like, like her beloved dog
As well as images of her reactions when receiving a medal at the Olympics.
I appreciated the real touch of humanity showed (like being a fan of Justin Beiber). They were fans of each other.
They even showed an image of why Missy is such a good swimmer. Physical strength and bigger feet and hands, excellent turns and pushes.
For youth, who are very much into swimming and want to read about someone who pushed through hard times, and made goals and met them, and continues to do so. Through it all she acknowledges the Lord God as being a very relevant and needed part of her life.
It's very much a "fan" type book. Filled with everything about Missy that you could think of. I learned a lot about the world of swimming and the dedication needed to excel in it.
I read this book on behalf of BookLookBloggers.
Book Synopsis:One of the most talented swimmers in the world today, Missy Franklin has been swimming since she was fie years old and hasn't stopped. From local summer swim leagues all the way to the Olympics, Missy proven over and over that hard work and dedication can make dreams become reality. But through all of the adventures and challenges that are a part of this determined athlete's life, Missy has remained true to her heart and faith -- making sure that God, family and friends stay top priorities even in the face of the fame and glory that come with achieving goals like Olympic gold and world records in her beloved swimming.
My Thoughts:
This book is geared toward children, who want to know more about Missy Franklin, world-class swimmer, with Canadian roots swimming for the USA. It's a book about a girl and her desire to be the best swimmer that she can, and how her faith in God sustains her.
Filled with pictures of Missy's like, like her beloved dog
They even showed an image of why Missy is such a good swimmer. Physical strength and bigger feet and hands, excellent turns and pushes.
It's very much a "fan" type book. Filled with everything about Missy that you could think of. I learned a lot about the world of swimming and the dedication needed to excel in it.
I read this book on behalf of BookLookBloggers.
What does it mean to Create, a #fmfparty post
Tuesday, July 19, 2016
The word prompt for five minute Friday this past week was create.
Think about that for a moment, to create is to cause something new to be made. One can create a poem, a piece of art, a new start in life in someone struggling, a business, a lesson plan, a play, and more.
Have you ever paused to consider where that act of creation comes from?
The Bible tells us that in the VERY VERY BEGINNING God.. God created the heavens and the earth and everything that dwells within it. (Genesis 1 and 2). In the process of creation, God created us as the pinnacle of his creation.
When he made us, he made us in his likeness. Think about what that means for a minute.
Take my boy for instance. EVERYONE who sees him says "you look like your father" (and he does). BUT he has my sensitivity and love of animals, and he likes to garden (GO FIGURE). So as much as my boy looks like he is made in the image of his father, he's also made in the image of his mother... Two different aspects, one external image.
When God made us in his image, he didn't just go for looks, he also went for WHO HE IS.
Our God is a supremely creative (just look at the world around us), and he is WAY more than we are. He is. he's God, not man.
We get our creativity from him.
So as you go out and create, remember what spawned that creativity, that ability you have to create a child, a piece of art, a business... remember where it really comes from. The one that created you in the first place.
Go well.. create! :)
-
: to make or produce (something) : to cause (something new) to exist
-
: to cause (a particular situation) to exist
-
: to produce (something new, such as a work of art) by using your talents and imagination
Have you ever paused to consider where that act of creation comes from?
The Bible tells us that in the VERY VERY BEGINNING God.. God created the heavens and the earth and everything that dwells within it. (Genesis 1 and 2). In the process of creation, God created us as the pinnacle of his creation.
When he made us, he made us in his likeness. Think about what that means for a minute.
Take my boy for instance. EVERYONE who sees him says "you look like your father" (and he does). BUT he has my sensitivity and love of animals, and he likes to garden (GO FIGURE). So as much as my boy looks like he is made in the image of his father, he's also made in the image of his mother... Two different aspects, one external image.
When God made us in his image, he didn't just go for looks, he also went for WHO HE IS.
Our God is a supremely creative (just look at the world around us), and he is WAY more than we are. He is. he's God, not man.
We get our creativity from him.
So as you go out and create, remember what spawned that creativity, that ability you have to create a child, a piece of art, a business... remember where it really comes from. The one that created you in the first place.
Go well.. create! :)
Review and Giveaway: All Things Bright and Beautiful
Wednesday, July 13, 2016
Today I have a sweet hardcover book to tell you about. It's called All Things Bright and Beautiful
. Written by Cecil Frances Alexander and Illustrated by Katy Hudson. It's a pretty, well illustrated book that I think your young children would enjoy.
a Rafflecopter giveaway
. Written by Cecil Frances Alexander and Illustrated by Katy Hudson. It's a pretty, well illustrated book that I think your young children would enjoy.
About
the book:
First published by
Cecil Frances Alexander in 1848, this favorite hymn has become a
mainstay of churches and Sunday school classes everywhere. Here
artist Katy Hudson brings new joy to the words with her fresh and
bright watercolor style. Readers can join in the fun as they follow
two little girls and their brother on a day filled with the discovery
of “all things bright and beautiful.”
About
the artist:
Katy Hudson was
raised in Middlesbrough, England, and started her career as a small
child drawing on freshly painted walls. Her parents quickly
encouraged drawing with pencil and paper instead. The idea stuck, and
after earning a degree in illustration, Katy is now a freelance
illustrator. Katy works at a desk in a studio within Old London
Library and likes to tap dance in her spare time.
My Thoughts:
Beautifully illustrated, this is simply a lovely book filled with bright colourful images the illustrate the first verse of this hymn wonderfully.
Just look at all the things you can point out to your children, or questions you can ask about what they see, flower petals they can count.
Each page is fully illustrated, with easy to read text if you want to read to a group of children. You can almost imagine a fish jumping in the river to delight the children.
"Disclosure (in accordance with the FTC’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”): Many thanks
to Propeller Consulting, LLC for providing this prize for the giveaway. Choice of winners and opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive a sample of the product in exchange for this review and post. Only one entrant per
Favourite posts this week
Monday, July 11, 2016
So here I am, I write a blog. I find it fun, and helpful.
On the odd occasion I read what others write as well.
T'is a good thing to do you know, we read what others have written.
Sometimes it because it stimulates my thinking.
This post made me wonder what I'll be reminiscing about when my boy gets some older...All Growed Up. "Whenever discouragement set in, my grandmother’s oft repeated words of how she “never tired of waking up with her babies because they were hers” would remind me that those babies would grow and I would wish for just one more sleepless night holding them. She was right."
Sometimes it inspires posts of my own. Yes...Now I want to do my own posts about why I school as I do.. but that could be a bit daunting! :)
Year-round homeschooling, an introduction. "There are many different styles of homeschooling year round. Yes, we have breaks. No, we don't have school every day of the year. Now that the top two questions have been answered, I feel like I can move on! Some families do four days a week, while others stick to the five days a week. Some families do 6 weeks of homeschooling with a one week break, while others will do 3 or 4 weeks of school with a one week break. Whatever you decide is what you will use for your homeschool."
Sometimes it mirrors something that you write on your own blog. I love doing my own hymn Studies.
Abide with Me. "Not much more can be asked of God. And abide He will if we seek Him, though His word and through our actions, following the plans He has set forth for us. God is as close as a prayer; closer probably but I don’t know how else to write it. And I ask in my daily prayers “O Lord, abide with me!”"
Sometimes it inspires you to again, pick up what was dropped and move forward again.
Have a plan for reading the bible. "When we have a plan, we're more likely to follow through and less likely to be tempted to skip reading Scripture all together. "
Sometimes it just makes you smile at the creativity of others.
Dog Crate to Side Table. "I think owning pets comes with the struggle of trying to keep a clean, open home without sacrificing the safety of your pets. This dog crate cover turned side table was my solution for having the dogs fit neatly into our home decor."
Sometimes it brings back memories. I used to make zucchini relish too, have gotten away from it over the past bit... perhaps I'll get back to it with this recipe....
How to Can Zucchini Relish. "One of my absolute favourite zucchini recipes is my Aunts zucchini relish. When I was a little girl she used to bring over jars of her canned zucchini relish and I can say it didn't last long. When I first started to can this was the first non-jam recipe that I made. Since then I've made large batches of zucchini relish every year."
Anyways, there they are. A few of the posts that intrigued me this week thus far. :) If I have time later this week... I'll add to the list. :)
On the odd occasion I read what others write as well.
T'is a good thing to do you know, we read what others have written.
Sometimes it because it stimulates my thinking.
This post made me wonder what I'll be reminiscing about when my boy gets some older...All Growed Up. "Whenever discouragement set in, my grandmother’s oft repeated words of how she “never tired of waking up with her babies because they were hers” would remind me that those babies would grow and I would wish for just one more sleepless night holding them. She was right."
Sometimes it inspires posts of my own. Yes...Now I want to do my own posts about why I school as I do.. but that could be a bit daunting! :)
Year-round homeschooling, an introduction. "There are many different styles of homeschooling year round. Yes, we have breaks. No, we don't have school every day of the year. Now that the top two questions have been answered, I feel like I can move on! Some families do four days a week, while others stick to the five days a week. Some families do 6 weeks of homeschooling with a one week break, while others will do 3 or 4 weeks of school with a one week break. Whatever you decide is what you will use for your homeschool."
Sometimes it mirrors something that you write on your own blog. I love doing my own hymn Studies.
Abide with Me. "Not much more can be asked of God. And abide He will if we seek Him, though His word and through our actions, following the plans He has set forth for us. God is as close as a prayer; closer probably but I don’t know how else to write it. And I ask in my daily prayers “O Lord, abide with me!”"
Sometimes it inspires you to again, pick up what was dropped and move forward again.
Have a plan for reading the bible. "When we have a plan, we're more likely to follow through and less likely to be tempted to skip reading Scripture all together. "
Sometimes it just makes you smile at the creativity of others.
Dog Crate to Side Table. "I think owning pets comes with the struggle of trying to keep a clean, open home without sacrificing the safety of your pets. This dog crate cover turned side table was my solution for having the dogs fit neatly into our home decor."
Sometimes it brings back memories. I used to make zucchini relish too, have gotten away from it over the past bit... perhaps I'll get back to it with this recipe....
How to Can Zucchini Relish. "One of my absolute favourite zucchini recipes is my Aunts zucchini relish. When I was a little girl she used to bring over jars of her canned zucchini relish and I can say it didn't last long. When I first started to can this was the first non-jam recipe that I made. Since then I've made large batches of zucchini relish every year."
Anyways, there they are. A few of the posts that intrigued me this week thus far. :) If I have time later this week... I'll add to the list. :)
The Joy in Learning about World Civilizations
Sunday, July 10, 2016
Over the past month, as part of our bedtime reading, my lad and I have been reading a book called "The Children's Atlas of Civilizations". I think I picked this book up at our bi-annual hospital rummage sale but really I am not certain...I just remember talking with a girl who was all "OOH!!! If you don't that book I'll take it, I'm geeky enough I find these books fascinating." I turned down her offer but we had a nice chat about how fun it is to read dictionaries and overview books.. how we learn so much by doing so.
When we finished it, my lad's response was "AW, we're finished it? But I liked that book!" I need to find another we can read.
The question remains. Why did we like reading this book? What made it a joy to read?
Maps.
We got to see from page to page how each section of the world changed as nations rose and fell. Borders expanding and contracting, see where people came from and how it changed the people conquered, and the back and forth between east and west. It was so interesting.
Along with that came good text, explaining where people came from, what changes they made, how long they stayed in power and why sometimes countries fell again.
Each page came with a global image, to help with the "where it was the world". This helped as we moved from section to section, and gave an opportunity for me to say so we just finished the section here, now we are moving over here. Gave a good distinction for us.
Tons of images filled this book of the different architecture and art from these different civilizations, along with explanations of why we don't know alot about some of the different cultures (didn't have any writing so we can only make guesses based on what we have dug up), or these cultures had a picture form of writing which no one can read so this is what we think it means, or why we know lot about a culture based their language is still understood and people wrote about it.
It was intriguing to learn how religion changed cultures, how it shaped their artifacts and the decisions they made.
It was fascinating to learn how some cultures simply vanished. They were there one day and then it was as if they simply weren't. AND there are no explanations as to why that happened.
Cultures and people, as varied as the land that makes up this wonderful world that we live in.
My search is on to find another book that will intrigue us as much.
Do you have any suggestions for us?
When we finished it, my lad's response was "AW, we're finished it? But I liked that book!" I need to find another we can read.
The question remains. Why did we like reading this book? What made it a joy to read?
Maps.
Along with that came good text, explaining where people came from, what changes they made, how long they stayed in power and why sometimes countries fell again.
Each page came with a global image, to help with the "where it was the world". This helped as we moved from section to section, and gave an opportunity for me to say so we just finished the section here, now we are moving over here. Gave a good distinction for us.
It was fascinating to learn how some cultures simply vanished. They were there one day and then it was as if they simply weren't. AND there are no explanations as to why that happened.
Cultures and people, as varied as the land that makes up this wonderful world that we live in.
My search is on to find another book that will intrigue us as much.
Do you have any suggestions for us?
Review: Shark Week
Wednesday, June 29, 2016
I have to tell you about this wonderful resource I was sent by Raincoast Books. It's called Shark Week by Martha Brockenbrough. This book is named after the Discovery Channels very popular Shark Week.
I have thoroughly enjoyed this book, it is so full of interesting facts.
Did you know that there is a shark almost as long as a school bus?
Or conversely a shark only about 10 inches long? I know amazing isn't it, the differences?!?!
How about this fact... not all sharks breathe the same way and some can switch how they breathe?
Or another that lives in volcanoes?
And this interesting fact... some sharks can have babies WITHOUT mating!!!
I know.. it's fascinating isn't it!?!?!! :)
Full colour images.
Sufficient text to give good information without being too succinct. In-depth information without information overload...just enough to make a person want to look deeper. Learning about sharks that live in a volcano led me to look for more information.
Interesting facts, with a good break in the text, pictures fitting with what the text is talking about.
Facts to amaze and astound, like comparing the great white to the kodiak bear.
Shark Week runs around 150 pages, teaches more about sharks than you might believe possible, I was SO fascinated, and I think you will be too. Imagine..shark week.. in your own hands to enjoy for much longer than a week.
From learning about the prehistoic Whorl Shark, to how sharks hunt, breathe, reproduce and where they live. Learning how much they are the same to each other, and yet how different they are as well.
This book is for every shark fanatic who
wants to get even more up close and personal. Now you really can live every week like it's shark week.
Feiwel ; Friends
Author: Martha Brockenbrough
8.99 x 10.92 · 160 pages
Ages 9-12 years
Shark Week: Everything You Need to Know
I have thoroughly enjoyed this book, it is so full of interesting facts.
Did you know that there is a shark almost as long as a school bus?
Or conversely a shark only about 10 inches long? I know amazing isn't it, the differences?!?!
How about this fact... not all sharks breathe the same way and some can switch how they breathe?
Or another that lives in volcanoes?
And this interesting fact... some sharks can have babies WITHOUT mating!!!
I know.. it's fascinating isn't it!?!?!! :)
Full colour images.
Sufficient text to give good information without being too succinct. In-depth information without information overload...just enough to make a person want to look deeper. Learning about sharks that live in a volcano led me to look for more information. Interesting facts, with a good break in the text, pictures fitting with what the text is talking about.
From learning about the prehistoic Whorl Shark, to how sharks hunt, breathe, reproduce and where they live. Learning how much they are the same to each other, and yet how different they are as well.
Author: Martha Brockenbrough
8.99 x 10.92 · 160 pages
Ages 9-12 years
Shark Week: Everything You Need to Know
Five Minute Friday: Rest
Friday, June 24, 2016
Hmm... rest.
We all need rest don't we?
Even if we aren't busy we need rest... have you ever noticed that? Sometimes we need rest from our "not busyness"... like when I'm on vacation and I realize I want to get home and get back into routine and back into being into this that and the other thing. :)
BUT when we are busy with all kinds of things... that is when rest more often feels craved right?
Or when we are busy fighting a battle with our minds or our souls or feel like there is just too much going on around us.. we just need to stop, and consider and change and refocus...
We NEED to rest.
We need to remember what's important in the long run.
This morning my lad and I were working on a new art project, it called for some fine detail and we'll be using new techniques and materials.... My lad was stressing out...and I sent him to walk up and down the stairs... to get rid of those stress endorphins and to just grab a moment to regroup. He needed to rest his mind from the stress of trying to do perfectly something he was learning for the first time. It's hard for a perfectionist to do something right the first time giving it a try. And one of the things I'm trying to teach him is... be a perfectionist...but give yourself the needed time to do it properly. Don't rush it... rushing it never helps. :) Take the time to rest and relax into the moment of trying something new. Rest instead of stress.
Mind.. some people work best under pressure they really do...but not in our household. Stress just makes us crazy in our heads and we forget about what's most important.
Recognizing the giftings God has given to each of us.
Remembering the importance of family and relationships.
Remembering that just as God "always has our back" we do the same thing, we help each other through times of stress.
Resting gets us away from the craziness and back to what's most important.
What does resting do for you?
__________________
FMF is a community of writers. Writing for five minutes on Fridays (sometimes a wee bit later) gathering a word prompt Hosted over at Kate's. This week the word was REST. Come along, join us won't you?
Review: Adventure Bible "I Can Read" books
Friday, June 17, 2016
Today I have two lovely "I can read" books up for review. They are Adventure Bible books, one named "Great stories of the Bible" and the other "Heroes of the Bible Treasury"
These are lovely books for children that are filled with full-colour illustrations. Each book contains six books in the one. They have a solid hard-cover that feels good in the hand. They open nicely to that children can see the whole picture easily, without any part being cut off.
Heroes of the Bible Treasure presents us with stories about
As you can see, the full colour illustrations continue from one page to the next which is just a lovely feature.
Contained within the pages of Great Stories of the Bible are the following stories:
These books are level two readers, great for children who are learning to read on their own but might need some help reading larger words.
The illustrations help to tell the story, which is also of good benefit to early readers.
One needs to be aware with these books that the stories are greatly simplified and the whole story is not told, and sometimes it is simplified to the point of not being accurate. This is where one can start teaching children discernment in what they read. Just because a book says (bible-based or not) doesn't mean it is telling the truth (or the whole story). That is why God gave us his word so that we can know the truth.
BUT books can be helpful in introducing us to some of the stories of the bible, and THAT is what these books do. They begin to teach children about God's action in the lives of his people. Just teach them there is more to it eh? :)
- Paul Meets Jesus
- Brave Queen Esther
- Joseph the Dreamer
- Noah's Voyage
- Elijah, God's Mighty Prophet
- Moses, Meets the People
- God's Great Creations
- Facing the Blazing Furnace
- Ruth and Naomi
- Miracles of Jesus
- A Father's Love
- The Good Samaritan
The illustrations help to tell the story, which is also of good benefit to early readers.
One needs to be aware with these books that the stories are greatly simplified and the whole story is not told, and sometimes it is simplified to the point of not being accurate. This is where one can start teaching children discernment in what they read. Just because a book says (bible-based or not) doesn't mean it is telling the truth (or the whole story). That is why God gave us his word so that we can know the truth.
BUT books can be helpful in introducing us to some of the stories of the bible, and THAT is what these books do. They begin to teach children about God's action in the lives of his people. Just teach them there is more to it eh? :)
Review: Let's Explore Series
Sunday, June 12, 2016
You know how sometimes you get a book to review and you think to yourself...man, I wish I had these when my (insert child's name) was into these types of books?
Well that was my response when I received the Let's Explore books from Lonely Planet Kids. The books are Let's Explore Safari, Let's Explore Ocean and Let's Explore Jungle.
I love these books.
Seriously.
I wish I could do them but.. I'm too old AND I'd rather save them for younger hands than mine to work through.
They are NOT cookie cutter books. You know, when you get a series and you can pretty much say what's going to happen from page to page? Not so with this series... different puzzles, different facts, different ways of presenting the information, it makes them interesting.
Each book open with Marco and Amelia about to head out on a new adventure.
Then through a series of sticker pages, puzzles and activities the reader is led to learn a variety of information about the safari, jungle or ocean.
The pages are bright and colourful, drawing the eye in.
There are over 250 stickers in each book with plenty of pages to put them. Where the stickers are put is not dictated, leaving the user free to place them wherever desired. In the back of the book there is an answer sheet which is great if one gets stuck on one of the puzzles or activities.
The stickers are, for the most part, great for smaller hands, but also interesting enough for older hands.
Let's Explore... Jungle (Lonely Planet Kids) by Lonely Planet Kids (2016-02-16)
takes us into the jungles of South America learning about the flora and fauna.
Let's Explore... Ocean (Lonely Planet Kids) by Lonely Planet Kids (2016-02-16)
learning about sharks and other oceanic life, drawing a seahorse and more.
Let's Explore... Safari (Lonely Planet Kids) by Lonely Planet Kids (2016-02-16)
takes us to the plains of Africa where we can explore the big five, visit Victoria Falls and more.
Geared for ages 5-8, Lonely Planet Kids has done a lovely job of helping children learn more about the ocean, jungle and safari. They have done up a number of other books as well, be sure to check them out. Rainforest Books graciously sent me these three books so that I could give you my honest review.
Just in case you missed it, I think these books would be a lovely addition to any house with younger children.. sticker, puzzle, learn as you work the activities. So much colour and fun to be had.
Well that was my response when I received the Let's Explore books from Lonely Planet Kids. The books are Let's Explore Safari, Let's Explore Ocean and Let's Explore Jungle.
Seriously.
I wish I could do them but.. I'm too old AND I'd rather save them for younger hands than mine to work through.
They are NOT cookie cutter books. You know, when you get a series and you can pretty much say what's going to happen from page to page? Not so with this series... different puzzles, different facts, different ways of presenting the information, it makes them interesting.
Each book open with Marco and Amelia about to head out on a new adventure.
There are over 250 stickers in each book with plenty of pages to put them. Where the stickers are put is not dictated, leaving the user free to place them wherever desired. In the back of the book there is an answer sheet which is great if one gets stuck on one of the puzzles or activities.
The stickers are, for the most part, great for smaller hands, but also interesting enough for older hands.
Let's Explore... Jungle (Lonely Planet Kids) by Lonely Planet Kids (2016-02-16)
takes us into the jungles of South America learning about the flora and fauna.
learning about sharks and other oceanic life, drawing a seahorse and more.
Let's Explore... Safari (Lonely Planet Kids) by Lonely Planet Kids (2016-02-16)
takes us to the plains of Africa where we can explore the big five, visit Victoria Falls and more.
Just in case you missed it, I think these books would be a lovely addition to any house with younger children.. sticker, puzzle, learn as you work the activities. So much colour and fun to be had.
Four Top Minecraft Channels For Children
Tuesday, June 07, 2016
Therein enters the wonderful world of youtube.
I have to admit, I trust my son with youtube. He's a responsible boy who takes life seriously, has little to no tolerance for bad language or inappropriate conversation, or people who put down faith in God. So when I asked my lad what shows I could recommend for other children he quickly gave me a list of what's good to watch.
First off Stampy.
Second: Squid also known as BallisticSquid.
Recently my son has added Ibxtoycat.
Number four is the newest addition.. probably watching Mumbo Jumbo for a couple-three weeks.
I haven't heard a lot from my boy about mumbo jumbo but the videos keep popping up in my feed and then I'll hear the lad chortling from his room, or from the sofa or.... wherever. So I'm guessing he's funny and his videos are good. :)
Every once in a while my lad will try a new minecraft specialist but "Mom, he's not good for children" or "mom, he doesn't talk nice" or "mom, he's boring...why are some people boring with videos??" So these four have made the top list for minecraft videos.
Perhaps your children will enjoy them as well. :) May you listen to hours of giggling and have many conversations over minecraft as well... or better yet.... see the fantastic creations your children come up with given the correct inspiration.. like blowing off the top of a mountain with a TNT cannon! Pretty cool eh? :)
If your children have favourite youtube channels...share, share away please in the comments below? I want to know, perhaps my lad will like them too.
Picture Books to Introduce Artists
My son and I are currently reviewing a program called ArtAchieve. We are enjoying the program since it comes in different formats, a slide show or a video. We are finding both formats quite useful. If you want to give the program a look over they have sample lessons that you can try out.
Anyways, I had mentioned to my contact at Raincoast Books some of the things we were going to be doing, and she graciously sent me some art books to review. (How cool is that eh!)
First up we looked at a book called "Mary Cassatt - extraordinary impressionist painter" by Barbara Herkert. This book is around 30 pages long, filled with full colour illustrations throughout.
Lovely book. We learned about her early life, her determination, her friendships, her stepping outside of what was conventional for ladies in her day. She was an opinionated and stubborn lady who was determined to be artist, and she did what she wanted to do, no two ways about it.
BUT WOW.... have you ever looked at some of the work she did? I found a website dedicated to the work of Mary Cassatt and all I can say is WOW.. she did excellent work. I cannot say I love EVERYTHING that she did, but I like a lot of it. For instance, check out this child in a straw hat.
She drew a lot of people pictures, friends, family, people she saw at theatre and so forth. Just an interesting lady and this book gives us a good glimpse into her early life. The illustrator does a great job at bringing the story to life with his full colour art work.
Our next book was one on Beatrix Potter and Her Paint box, written by David McPhail. It's a short small book, running around 40 pages.
What a nice little book. Seriously. My lad enjoyed this book with me. We even learned why the Peter Rabbit books were small "little books for little hands" was something that Beatrix insisted upon. When we learned about the snake getting away from she could paint a picture of it, my lad was quite concerned that the snake got away to a safe place to live.
Like Mary Cassatt, Beatrix Potter did best painting things her own way.
Did you know that the Peter Rabbit books became a story because of a sick boy? It was a "let me cheer you up when you are sick book" and at the urging of the boy's mom, it was turned into a book which morphed into a whole series about the friends of Peter Rabbit.
I liked the images in the book as well, well crafted and made me think of Peter Rabbit and his friends.
Oh.. I have to tell you this part. When we read about Beatrix's pet mouse running through the paint my lad tried to get one of his house mice to run through some dye and leave mouse footy-prints on paper. He had so much fun trying to convince the mouse to do so.. but MilkyWay would have NOTHING to do with it. It was fun watching him try though. :)
Raincoast books was the provider of these books for me. Wanting only my honest review of them. They were a delightful addition to our week.
https://twitter.com/raincoastbooks
https://www.facebook.com/raincoastbooks
https://instagram.com/raincoastbooks/
https://www.pinterest.com/raincoastbooks/
http://raincoastbooks.tumblr.com/
https://plus.google.com/+raincoastbooks
Anyways, I had mentioned to my contact at Raincoast Books some of the things we were going to be doing, and she graciously sent me some art books to review. (How cool is that eh!)
BUT WOW.... have you ever looked at some of the work she did? I found a website dedicated to the work of Mary Cassatt and all I can say is WOW.. she did excellent work. I cannot say I love EVERYTHING that she did, but I like a lot of it. For instance, check out this child in a straw hat.
 |
| http://www.marycassatt.org/Child-In-A-Straw-Hat.html |
Our next book was one on Beatrix Potter and Her Paint box, written by David McPhail. It's a short small book, running around 40 pages.
Like Mary Cassatt, Beatrix Potter did best painting things her own way.
Did you know that the Peter Rabbit books became a story because of a sick boy? It was a "let me cheer you up when you are sick book" and at the urging of the boy's mom, it was turned into a book which morphed into a whole series about the friends of Peter Rabbit.
I liked the images in the book as well, well crafted and made me think of Peter Rabbit and his friends.
Raincoast books was the provider of these books for me. Wanting only my honest review of them. They were a delightful addition to our week.
You can find Raincoast at the following social media sites:
https://twitter.com/raincoastbooks
https://www.facebook.com/raincoastbooks
https://instagram.com/raincoastbooks/
https://www.pinterest.com/raincoastbooks/
http://raincoastbooks.tumblr.com/
https://plus.google.com/+raincoastbooks
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
