Just the title “Sleeping Giants” caught my eye. I wasn’t sure at first if it was a science fiction book or some sort of suspense story. Either way, it sounded like the perfect book to relax with over the weekend. I’m trying to spend a little less time working on the weekends and a little […]
Books
Count to 10 with a Mouse Sticker Activity Book
Count to 10 with a Mouse, by Margaret Wise Brown, author of Goodnight Moon, is a fun interactive book that teaches counting to children three to five years of age. This book tells the story of a mouse that’s no bigger than a mole who tried to count his nose and toes but didn’t know […]
Death, Taxes, and a Satin Garter by Diane Kelly
With all the hot weather that’s arrived in Vermont, I’ve been spending most of my spare time reading on the couch with a cold glass of iced tea. I just do not enjoy this hot, humid weather. At times like these, there is nothing I enjoy more than relaxing with a good book. Death, Taxes, […]
Disney Pixar Finding Dory There’s Always a Way
If you haven’t seen Finding Dory yet, you really need to go see it-now! Dory may be forgetful, but “Finding Dory” is not forgettable. Not by a long shot. “Finding Dory” will have you laughing the whole time. What parent doesn’t like Disney movies just as much as their kids? Disney Pixar Finding Dory There’s […]
National Geographic Ocean Animals Books
These National Geographic Ocean Animals books are perfect for summertime! If your kids enjoy going to the beach, the aquarium or Disney’s newest Finding Dory movie, I’m sure they’ll enjoy the newest books from National Geographic. They’re just the thing for anyone that wants to “Dive into Summer.” National Geographic Ocean Animals Books Ocean Animals: […]
Unbridled Trails by Bonnie Paulson
This past weekend was the perfect weekend to slow down and relax with a good book. My choice for this weekend was Unbridled Trails by Bonnie Paulson. I don’t read a lot of contemporary romance novels, but I’ve enjoyed Bonnie’s books in the past and couldn’t resist checking her latest out as well. I received […]
Before the Fall by Noah Hawley
Life has slowed down now that summer’s here and I’m so glad I had the chance to read Before the Fall by Noah Hawley. This novel was a Book of the Month Club selection for June. Before the Fall by Noah Hawley is the story of a small plane crash, the lives of the people […]
Tolkien’s World A Fantasy Coloring Book
My husband and daughter are huge Tolkien fans and love everything to do with Lord of the Rings. As soon as my daughter saw this fantasy coloring book, her eyes lit up and she couldn’t wait to color in it. She went to college for theater design so art is one of her passions, and […]
Finding Dory Sticker Scenes Book
Check out this Finding Dory Sticker Book! Learn more about the Finding Dory stickers that are included in this colorful new book for kids. It has been so long since the Nemo movie, I wondered if they were ever going to make another one. What a great idea to bring Dory in as the main […]
3 Books With Simple Nature Artwork
I have always been drawn to simple nature artwork and images. When I was in college, I took an art class. As part of the class, we visited museums and learned about famous artists. I have always loved fields of flowers and sunsets over the water. I find peace more easily when I see things […]