It's a new year and we really want to emphasize reading for pleasure! I really didn't like reading when I was a child, but I have grown to love the quiet time where I can go to another place, in my head, and have an adventure from the safety of my own couch.

I have put...

When I used to teach in the public school, each month, my mom (Grandma Edie) and I would make up bookmarks for my students. They loved getting fresh new bookmarks to use for the month. I always had some extras printed so they could come get a new one throughout the mon...

Writing in a journal is a great way to get children started with their writing, especially when they are struggling writers. Journal entries vary in length; ranging from one sentence to a few paragraphs depending on the age and ability of the writer.

Why not make it a l...

Day 24 of our:

24 Days of Christmas Books

Here we are at our last book of this heart-warming series of 24 Days of Christmas Books. We've made it! I pray that it has been a blessing to you and your family during this Christmas season.

We have kept this book until today bec...