A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee

I just discovered this fabulous new-to-me book: A Camping Spree With Mr. Magee. This is one of those little treasures that makes me wonder how on earth I missed seeing it when it first came out. If you’re not familiar with Mr. Magee then please check it out. And if you already are, then hopefully some of my book extensions … Read more

The Wild Robot: Book Review!

Inside: Book review of The Wild Robot. I don’t think I’ve ever reviewed a chapter book on this blog, but after reading The Wild Robot,  I absolutely HAD to share it with you. I’m really surprised I didn’t stumble across this book a lot earlier because it’s been around for two years and I LOVE Peter Brown’s picture book My … Read more

Flying Henry: Book Review & Activities for First Grade

Inside: Book review of Flying Henry, plus book-related activities. I wanted to share a somewhat unusual book with you today. I bought Flying Henry by Rachel Hulin a couple of years ago and then forgot I had it. And while it’s recommended for babies and pre-schoolers, I actually think it’s a great book for older children, too. Title: Flying Henry … Read more