The Secret Garden Review

I have just read The Secret Garden by Francis Hodgson Burnett for the first time. Oh. My. Goodness. It was SO good! This would have been an amazing addition to our Edwardian unit study. In fact, I shall be adding it to my Edwardian Resources post. It would also be amazing to go along with…

Adventure Box {Homeschool Unit Studies}

An adventure box is the perfect way to help your children become excited about learning! I first learnt about adventure boxes from Heather, who uses them as summer adventure boxes. I liked the idea so much I began using them for a book unit or history unit. In fact, we have used adventure boxes for…

Thomas the Tank Engine {Book Unit}

Generally, my usual book units are done over the span of five days. However, this Thomas the Tank Engine book unit spanned the entirety of one whole day. Yes, this will be a homeschool day with lots of learning. But above all, I wanted all five children to have fun! We have a full set…

Ask Mr Bear {Homeschool Book Unit}

Ask Mr Bear is a quaint story of a little boy wondering what to give to his mother for her birthday.  He asks all the animals on the farm, but doesn't get any real inspiration until he talks to Mr Bear who suggests he gives her a hug!  This post contains all the lovely activities…

Play with Me {Book Unit}

Play with Me, a 1955 children's book by Marie Hall Ets, imparts lessons on patience and kindness through the story of a girl trying to play with animals in a meadow. Beautiful charcoal illustrations complement the narrative. The book earned a Caldecott Honor, highlighting its quality in children's literature.

Angus Lost Book Unit

This wonderful book unit contains lots and lots of hands on activities linked to the book Angus Lost. A lovely dog-themed book unit! Becca had her last two teeth coming through, and spent most of the week crying day and night.  These last two were taking their time and teething was always a HUGE issue…

Caps for Sale Book Unit

The week we did a fun Caps for Sale Book Unit. I was astounded by how many monkey activities we found around the house to do! I hope you find inspirations for your own Caps for Sale Book Unit. Caps for Sale, written in 1940, is a retelling of an old folk tale. Is perfect…