This was our first year finishing school in May! (Because we didn’t take any breaks after Christmas.) Now it’s time… Read more Favourite Things: May Edition
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6 Things I Learned in April
2. “Grass” (verb) is British slang for informing or snitching on someone. 3. Uwe Rosenberg of Bohnanza fame has six… Read more 6 Things I Learned in April
Favourite Things: March Edition
Bring on spring! Read I’m currently working through a few books, but the only one I finished in March was… Read more Favourite Things: March Edition
Favourite Things: August Edition
It’s back-to-school season, so now I’ll be busy at home and not running about so much (besides fall hiking). Here’s… Read more Favourite Things: August Edition
Favourite Things: July Edition
We had a very busy July, packing in the summer activities and weekend trips. (I also forgot a few things… Read more Favourite Things: July Edition
Three More Picture Books About Inventors
Almost exactly one year ago I reviewed four picture books about inventors and their inventions — the light bulb, earmuffs,… Read more Three More Picture Books About Inventors
Favourite Things: December Edition
Happy New Year! December wasn’t our best month health-wise, but we had much to be thankful for, from library books… Read more Favourite Things: December Edition
2024 Gift Guide: 12 Gifts for History Buffs
Here are twelve history-related suggestions for Christmas presents. (I’m especially intrigued by the suffrage board game and the Monticello tea… Read more 2024 Gift Guide: 12 Gifts for History Buffs
Favourite Things: October Edition
We had quite a few appointments in October (doctor, dentist, optometrist), but here are some of the more fun things… Read more Favourite Things: October Edition
5 Things I Learned in July
2. The Royal Game of Ur is the oldest board game that we currently know of (according to Wikipedia, “One… Read more 5 Things I Learned in July
6 Things I Learned in December
Here’s an odd assortment for you… 2. The difference between poisonous and venomous organisms — poisonous organisms hurt you when… Read more 6 Things I Learned in December
Favourite Things: December Edition
Happy New Year! Just like in November we had quite the snowstorm in December followed by rising temperatures and rain.… Read more Favourite Things: December Edition
10 Things I Learned in November
2. I found farro at Bulk Barn and it made such a nice dish cooked with tomatoes and onions and… Read more 10 Things I Learned in November