Before and After: A Lesson in Aesthetics
Aesthetics is a set of principles that inform the outcome of a work of art. Aesthetics taps into that part of our being that connects with beauty. Last spring, after reading The Mozart Season, I knew the section of the…
Head in the Clouds
Before the observing begins, explore the science of clouds. The invisible air around us contains droplets of water we can not see until they mingle above to form a cloud. This formation is the result of warm water on Earth…
Discover Research: Elemental Journal
Get to know the elements! Chemistry is much more than complicated theories and experiments in the lab. Chemistry is the foundation of literally everything we know. But for our children, chemistry is at best a daunting subject, at worst downright…
Dive into Research and Discover Diversity
There are two types of things in the world: Living and Non-living! Everything you can imagine is either… We are pleased to announce a brand new addition to our selection of Research Discovery Guides: Taxonomy of Living Things: The Five…
Discover Research and the d’Aulaire’s
Hear the tale of Pocahontas as only she can tell it… Experience the wit and wisdom of Ben Franklin… Sail the seas with Leif… Join the Pony Express with Buffalo Bill, the man in the buckskin suit… Join the adventures of the great…
Considering Milkweed
Common milkweed, when broken, drips a milky sap. Likely this is how it earned its name. The caterpillars of the Monarch butterfly feasts on this particular plant. The nectar of Milkweed is precious. Anyone who has studied this butterfly…
Out of Print
Three of the saddest three words are: out-of-print. Perloo the Bold is a terrific fantasy tale for our Level two readers. I can't tell you how sad I was to learn this news! Immediately Memory Lane was flooded by my…
For Those Who Love Hats
It is one of those moments where you realize you've lost something precious. You know the moment. Shoulders shrugging. Eyes remembering. Breathless. Enter the bear. The bear who lost something precious. The bear who lost his hat is at once…
Read a Book: The Nest
I was drawn to this book because of its intriguing illustrations. Looking closer I realized its look was intriguing because it was crafted by the likes of Jon Klassen. Think The Folk Keeper. Think Skellig. Now, think Coraline. What happens…
Bagpipes and Pajamas
Are you following our Write it…! board on Pinterest? This images is all inspiration and puddles, perfect for February poetry. Take a rainy day walk (imagine weather if climate does not permit) around your neck of the woods. Go people…