My daughter is in second grade which means she is now hitting the age where "book reports" are required. I have to tell you, I'm not a huge fan of the traditional book report. Sure, teachers and school librarians need a way to assess reading comprehension, but the stale old book report format - a … [Read more...]
Story Corner Friday: SPRING GARDENS
SPRING has SPRUNG! Daffodils and crocuses are popping up everywhere, tiny buds are dotting the shrubs and trees, and before we can say: April showers bring May flowers, the world around us will be awash in pale greens, yellows, blues and purples.This week, we brought all the cheerful color of a … [Read more...]
Bunnies and books in Boston
This Saturday, March 27th, my dear friend, the talented children's book author and illustrator, Jill Lamere, will be hosting "story time" at the fabulous gift store: Blackstone's of Beacon Hill on Charles Street. If you are in or around Boston this weekend and have little ones, this is an event not … [Read more...]
Dreaming of Bologna
Tomorrow marks the start of the 2010 Bologna Children's Book Fair in Bologna, Italy. I'll admit, I'm wishing I was there and not here, in chilly drizzly Rhode Island. (Though come to think of it, I believe it's chilly and drizzly there too, but hey, it's Italy, so who cares?)My husband and I have … [Read more...]