I can't think of specifically when it happened, but more and more often, when my daughter speaks? Whenever she says anything? She's adopted? A sense of upspeak? And it's making me bananas. I mean, it is rampant. She: Mummy? Me: Yes, my peach. She: The other day? At school? This girl? In my … [Read more...]
Playing With Your Words
April is Poetry Month - and always a great opportunity to encourage kids to have fun with language. Paper Dolls by Julia Donaldson HarperCollins ISBN: 978 0 230 74108 9 This story is about a little girl and the string of dolls she made and took on adventures, and also about how things may … [Read more...]
Homonyms Made Fun?
True story! instead of being a boring grammar lesson, homonyms are fun, and even worthy of a game to continue the fun once you turn the last page with this charming picture book take. Where do You Look? by Marthe JocelynTundra BooksISBN: 978 1 7704 9376 6A pleasing square format and fun … [Read more...]
How to survive summer camp…and other new situations.
Navigating common social situations can be terrifying for kids (and adults alike). And while the new school year may seem months away, there's nothing more nerve-wracking than the idea of starting a new summer camp or school for some kids. "Summer is a great time to learn, practice, and perfect … [Read more...]
S#!t my kids say!
It always amazes me to hear the things that come out of my children's mouth. Daily. I actually reconsidered writing such a post for fear that I may be thought of as one of the worse mothers on the planet. Then I thought who am I kidding? For those who know me, know that they never hear … [Read more...]