You’ve probably gotten a clue that I love animals. Well, October is World Animal Month, as well as a plethora of other days dedicated to God’s creatures. I wrote reviews for Story Warren on the three animal-themed books.
In the reviews, I take a look at the treatment of the animal characters and content that parents need to be aware of.
Today, I edited two hours’ worth of my Little Red Riding Hood story, and I’m happy with my progress so far.
Also, check out M Liz Boyle interviewing YA author Christina Shaw.
What was your favorite picture book?
When I was little, I loved the book Bedtime for Frances by Russell Hoban. To this day, I have fond memories of my dad reading it to me. Another one I liked was In the Forest by Marie Hall Ets. See? Even as a little kid I loved adventures with animals.
If you’ve seen the movie The Secret of Roan Inish, you might know what selkies are. But in case you don’t, they’re fae who disguise themselves as seals, but when they crawl onto land, they shed their seal fur and walk the earth as humans. Sarah Pennington wrote a Selkie retelling of the Little MermaidContinue reading “Selkies”
Have teen girls? Take a look at M Liz Boyle’s interview with YA author Melissa Knight. Knight writes teen romance as well as devotionals, so if that sounds like your jam, let M Liz Boyle take you away.
Does your child love fantasy, and you want to incorporate more kid-friendly fantasy books to your homeschooling curriculum? More importantly, do you want more books that strengthen your child’s faith? Middle Grade author Allen Brokken offers literacy materials based on his Towers of Light series, which whisks kids from frontier, prairie life to a fantasticalContinue reading “Fantasy Books for Homeschooling”
Does your teen prefer mysteries and suspense over fantasy and historical fiction? Check out JPC Allen’s Rae Riley mystery series. M Liz Boyle talked with Allen about her books, and from their conversation, you will discover how Allen researched for her stories and learned about the different jobs people have in the field of crime.Continue reading “Suspense and Mysteries for Teens”
Looking for homeschooling lessons that have students study the classics? Try out Teachers Pay Teachers. Yes, they offer lessons for homeschoolers, too. Lessons list their appropriate grade levels. They include novel studies, comprehension bundles, study guides, read-alongs, and so on. You can study classics like… Frankenstein Treasure Island Robin Hood Anne of Green Gables PeterContinue reading “More Homeschooling Materials for Language Arts”
Hi, everyone. I have a question for you. What were your favorite books as a child? Pictured below is a book I loved when I was young. Feel free comment below and share your favorites.
K.A. Ramstad 