You might know Peter H. Reynolds from The Dot and Ish. Now he has a new book out that encourages readers of every age to find their own unique path to happy. My son and I have fond memories learning about how a math teacher changed his life from his twin brother Paul Reynolds. Today, I…
Month: April 2017
Our NYC (Cheap) Foodie Finds
We have to admit that our New York City college visit trip was a thinly disguised foodie trip, but of the cheap variety. Count us in for dives, and assembly line restaurants versus fancy food. There were some requests of things that are specific to New York City and must be sampled. The highest on…
The Nian Monster Chinese New Year Author Event
If you get a chance to see Andrea Wang at a Chinese New Year author event for The Nian Monster, I highly recommend going, especially if you have small children! Her picture book author event was delightfully interactive! The Nian Monster Chinese New Year Author Event The Nian Monster by Andrea Wang, illustrated by Alina Chau…
Visiting Pratt Institute
Pratt Institute is just outside New York City in Brooklyn. From lower Manhattan, it took us about ten minutes to get their by cab. What’s nice about Pratt is that it’s a campus with a defined boundary, and plenty of public spaces both inside and out for community building. In fact, the spaces for learning…
This New Fidget Toy, Comfort Cube, Could Help With Anxiety
Anxiety and stress are real problems in the real world. There have been several technological advancements made to decrease anxiety, but some people just can’t manage to escape it. Even minor issues such as a low smartphone charge stresses some people out. So what’s the solution?How can we alleviate anxiety and stress? A new device…
#DiverseKitLit Favorites
Our theme for #DiverseKidLit in April is Favorites. Please consider sharing diverse books and resources that support love and families. (As always, the theme is only a suggestion. Diverse posts on alternate topics are always welcome.) My favorite books have an appreciating family theme: We Are Family by Patricia Hegarty, illustrated by Ryan Wheatcroft This jubilant rhyming…