Why do we need poetry?
This week, on Tuesday 21st March, the world celebrated World Poetry Day! Poetry reaffirms our common humanity by revealing to […]
Creativity
A child of Books by Oliver Jeffers
A child of Books by Oliver Jeffers and Sam winston really brings home the importance of books in our lives.
The worm who knew karate! By Jill Lever and Terry Denton
If a worm has no back bone, is it really that tough? We are often told to aspire to be
Colours of Australia by Bronwyn Bancroft.
Bronwyn Bancroft’s poetry brings the vibrant colours to life as we sail through shadows,ferns, clouds and raindrops. Each page brings
When should we send children to school?
This is a question that I am asked very often! The main people who ask this are parents of children
Challenge through interests
Challenging our children. It is easy to assume that bright children will devour everything that is thrown at them, enjoying
Crusts by Danny Parker
Wow! This book is so much fun and so creative. Who would have thought a great story of loss, adventure,
Mechanica: A beginner’s field Guide by Lance Baldachin.
How would our planet look if insects did not exist? Can butterflies be beautiful and brutal? Are drones a necessary evil?
A River by Marc Martin
How is a river like our body’s circulatory system? How is the river in this story like an idea? Rivers
Circle by Jeannie Baker
Circle is another visually striking masterpiece created by Jeannie Baker. As a young boy watches from the confines of his
Bogtrotter by Margaret Wild
What is a Bogtrotter you might ask? He is a delightful creature that lives in the bog – a gloomy,
Phasmid: Saving the Lord Howe Island Stick Insect by Rohan Cleave & Coral Tulloch
Phasmid: Saving the Lord Howe Island Stick Insect is not only a remarkable read but it is also an extraordinary