I am currently writing an article about using picture books with readers of all ages to talk about war, displacement and refugees. I am only able to include a few books in the article and this is one book that … Continue reading
ES-CAPE (verb) To avoid a threatening evil View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jennie Kids Book Blogger (@edspire) This is a brilliant book. Esther was the first to read Escape and she pushed it in to my … Continue reading
We’re part of a community. Our strength is our diversity. A shelter from adversity. All are welcome here. This bright and colourful, joyful and playful book follows a group of children through their school day. In their school everyone is … Continue reading
“ONE BUT MANY One God, many faces. One family, many races. One truth, many paths. One heart, many complexions. One light, many reflections. One world, many imperfections. ONE. We are all one, But many.” Suzy Kassem, Rise Up and Salute … Continue reading
“In the middle of our country there was a city. In the middle of our city there was a garden. The city was grey and sad, but the garden was bright and beautiful Once, before the war came, there were … Continue reading
The Day War Came is a poem written by Nicola Davies and illustrated by Rebecca Cobb It is a heartbreaking read and a wonderful way to begin conversations with children around war and conflicts around the world. Nicola Davies wrote … Continue reading
Today we have been learning about Frida Kahlo I have such admiration for this courageous woman She had such misfortune and pain throughout her life But she never gave in She painted to express and process her feelings I have … Continue reading
As a mother and a home educator I choose to talk to my children about world events. How I do this with my 11 year old twins, my sensitive seven year old and my wonderfully innocent 4 year old differs … Continue reading
today is our stop on the book tour for Return to FACTOPIA The awesome FACTOPIA series is brought to you by What On Earth Books Written by Kate Hale and illustrated by Andy Smith This vibrant eye-catching book is packed … Continue reading
As a mother of three daughters finding books that empower and inspire them is a passion. I want my girls to grow up knowing that they can do anything, be anything. I want them to know that they matter and … Continue reading