Daughter of No Worlds is an excellent fantasy book and the first in Carissa Broadbent’s trilogy series. With a strong main character like Tisaanah, a former slave girl who uses her magic powers to free herself and return to free her people from tyranny, this book is a great example of “romantasy” (romantic fantasy) storytelling.Read more
Perhaps the most timeless author in literary history, William Shakespeare and his writings have remained popular and fascinating for the last 400 years. Although I’m a bit of a purist when it comes to Shakespearean plays, from time to time I enjoy creative retellings of his work. I’ve even seen a version of the playRead more
It’s a little cringe-worthy to have to admit, but I am a huge John Green fan, far outside of his popularity due to the movie adaptation of The Fault In Our Stars. I first experienced Green’s writing when I was assigned to read his 2005 novel Looking For Alaska as part of a college courseRead more
Although cooking may seem like an activity too advanced for young children, that couldn’t be further from the truth! Get your kids in the kitchen with you, and lay the foundations for a multitude of life skills, including creativity, math, fine motor skills, good hygiene, following directions, and teamwork. Even the littlest pair ofRead more
Thomas the Tank Engine, Chuggington, The Dinosaur Train…chances are, if you have a child under the age of 8, you’ve heard of these shows, watched these shows, and perhaps, been a little surprised at just how popular these characters are! I have my own little train enthusiast, who has been absolutely obsessed with trains sinceRead more