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Rescuing Titanic- Non-Fiction Perfection from Quarto Kids
I am sure that most of us are familiar with the story of the Titanic. It is a story that isn’t easily forgotten. But, how many of us are familiar with the story of The Carpathia? Rescuing Titanic- A true story of quiet bravery in the North Atlantic tells that story. The story of a little boat that manages to help rescue 706 people on that fateful night in April. Rescuing Titanic is non-fiction perfection from Quarto Kids. They consistently knock it out of the park and this book is no exception. Let’s jump into the pages of Rescuing Titanic and see exactly why this is such an amazing book.…
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Add FUN to your Homeschool Science Curriculum with Copycat Science
Want to know a secret? I have a giant fear of science and science projects. They overwhelm me and give me moderate panic attacks. Want to know another secret? My kids LOVE THEM! They would do nothing but science experiments all day, every day. I was so thrilled when Quarto Kids shared an incredible book with us! Copycat Science by Mike Barfield is incredible! It takes your boring everyday science and adds so much FUN! So, if you are a homeschool parent who might be slightly overwhelmed by science, I highly recommend adding this book to your library! Let’s see what it is all about! Copycat Science I love everything…
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50 Maps of the World- A Bookshelf Must-Have!
There is a very good chance that I am the President of the Wide-Eyed Editions fan club…I should look into getting a trophy or something! My bookshelves are brimming with gorgeous non-fiction books…and a very large percentage of them are Wide-Eyed Editions from Quarto Kids! They are a knockout in the non-fiction department and one of their newest books is no exception. 50 Maps of the World: Explore the Globe with 50 Fact-Filled Maps is a bookshelf must-have. It is everything I want in a book of maps; gorgeous, packed with info, and entertaining! Let’s take a peek at this beauty! 50 Maps of the World I have a slight…
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H is for Honey Bee- Another Home-Run from Sleeping Bear Press
My love for the Alphabet book series from Sleeping Bear Press is no secret. I have been using them since the beginning of our homeschool journey and tie them into just about every subject. Today I want to share with you a brand new title that is bee-u-tiful! H is for Honey Bee- A Beekeeping Alphabet is a must-read! Not only is this the perfect book for a unit on bees and pollinators, but it is a wonderful lesson about nature, the environment, and conservation. This is an absolute Home-Run from Sleeping Bear Press. I can’t wait to show it to you! H is for Honey Bee- A Beekeeping Alphabet…
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The Shadow Elephant- A Tender Story of Sadness and Friendship
For anyone who has ever dealt with an overwhelming feeling of sadness or depression, The Shadow Elephant will really strike a chord with you. We will all be touched by depression at some point in our lives…whether it is our own or that of a friend or loved one. Shadow elephant is a gorgeous new picture book publishing in September that tackles this topic so tenderly and beautifully. It is both a story of sadness, but also of friendship. I can’t wait to share this one with you. Shadow Elephant Picture books have an ability that very few books have. They have the ability to take a difficult topic and…
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Music For Tigers- A Captivating Middle-Grade Read
There is nothing better than getting so entranced by a book that you are able to finish it in one day. Music For Tigers completely captivated me from the very first pages. It was full of lovely and diverse characters, adventure, mystery, messages of conservation, and so much heart! A truly beautiful combination! Music For Tigers Music For Tigers is the beautiful story of a young girl named Louisa. Louisa is from Canada, but finds herself having to spend the summer in Tasmania with her uncle…who has been described to her as “a little odd”. Louisa is less than thrilled to be in the wilds of Tasmania…first off, her uncle…
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The Next President- Presidents Like You Have Never Seen Them!
Have you ever stopped to think that right now there could be 10 future Presidents of the United States out there? Are they in school, or playing basketball, or planting a garden? The Next President by Kate Messner takes a peek at a side of the Presidents many of us have never seen before! Who were they before they were President? The Next President This was such a fun and interesting book! I had honestly never given much thought to who these presidents were before they were in charge of our country! Did you know that when George Washington became president there were already NINE future presidents alive? We know…
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4 Beautiful Books to Celebrate Earth Day from Sourcebooks Kids!
2020 marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day!! Did you know? I was surprised that it has been around for 50 years! What a wonderful milestone! I want to celebrate this momentous occasion by sharing 4 beautiful books with you from my friends at Sourcebooks! The Girl Who Spoke to the Moon First up is an absolutely gorgeous book that we fell in love with! The Girl Who Spoke to the Moon is a stunningly illustrated book that discusses the importance of taking care of our Earth! The story is about a little girl named Sofia who makes friends with the Moon. One night he asks her to come and…
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A Must-Have New Book for Your Little Insect Lover!
Did you know that some Dung Beetles are particular about the poo they eat? Yep…they only enjoy poo from a specific species! I mean, I have a favorite brand of coffee…but…poo? Who knew??? Facts abound in this gorgeous new book called Bugs Everywhere! I can’t wait to tell you about this beauty! Bugs Everywhere Bugs Everywhere is a stunningly beautiful new book written by Lily Murray and illustrated by one of my favorites, Britta Teckentrup! If you have a kiddo who is fascinated by bugs then you will want to add this one to your shelves. It is jam-packed with fun facts and information…and the illustrations are absolutely ah-mazing! In…
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Mythologica- A Must-Read for Mythology Lovers
I have a new go-to recommendation for Greek Mythology! Mythologica- An encyclopedia of Gods, Monsters, and Mortals from Ancient Greece is an absolutely stunning book. As soon as I saw the cover I knew it would be one that we had to have. I am so excited to share this book with you guys. It is not only gorgeous…but absolutely packed with information…that is my kind of combination! Let’s check it out! Mythologica- An Encyclopedia of Gods, Monsters, and Mortals from Ancient Greece Mythologica is a visual feast for your eyes. I was immediately mesmerized by the cover. I know you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but seriously…this…
