I have always been an organized person….and every year I would search in vain for “the perfect planner”. Some years I found simple ones for $25, and other years I would spend $50-$60 for the more elaborate planners. Despite all these trials, I never really found one that REALLY worked FOR ME. Last year, I…
Using Bitmojis in the Library
If you would have told me a few months ago that I would be using bitmojis in the Library, I’m not sure I would have believed you. I had created my bitmoji a while back, but then never really did anything with it. Then, after Spring Break I came across something that has changed my…
Sofia Valdez, Future Prez
Author: Andrea Beaty
Illustrator: David Roberts
Summary: Sofia looks forward to her Abuelo walking her to school everyday. Unfortunately, he gets hurt at the dangerous land fill one day, and Sofia has to walk alone. Feeling frustrated, Sofia gets an idea and creates a plan to fix the awful landfill and build a park instead. But to change something that big would take a lot of courage, and Sofia wasn’t feeling very brave. Will Sofia find the courage she needs to make her plan work? You and your kids will be cheering her on, all the way to the end of the story!
LittleMonkeyBoy.com: Monkey’s Amazing Story!
Can you believe it’s been almost 2 years since we started talking about Monkey’s Amazing Story?! In case you missed it, here’s a quick review: On April 17, 2018 a parent noticed two baby kittens in the parking lot of my school. Our nurse immediately went out to investigate, and realizing the mother cat was…
Activities for Spring Break or Time Away From School
Many families are going on Spring Break, which could very well be extended due to the Coronavirus. While this can be a scary and uncertain time, it’s important to try and make kids feel safe and provide opportunities for fun and learning while they are home. Check out these wonderful Spring Break activities that kids…
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