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Tag: Knitting

‘Granny Magic,’ by Elka Evalds, cover by Teemu Juhani.

November 29, 2019November 29, 20191 Comment

Today it’s my turn to tell people all about the rather wonderful ‘Granny Magic’ and share a special post by author, Elka Evalds, about some of the wonderful books she loved in her childhood. When Will’s granny passes away, he and his mum make a start on clearing her house - which is absolutely stuffed … Continue reading ‘Granny Magic,’ by Elka Evalds, cover by Teemu Juhani.

Maverick Early Readers – Purple to Gold.

June 2, 2019August 18, 20192 Comments

Learning to read can be a tricky (and sometimes tedious) business.  Although it can be beneficial to read a series of books based on familiar characters, the stories can end up being a little formulaic and uninspiring. My years of teaching (and parenting) experience have shown me nothing if not that variety is the spice … Continue reading Maverick Early Readers – Purple to Gold.

‘I Am a Very Clever Cat,’ by Kasia Matyjaszek.

October 30, 2016August 16, 2019Leave a comment

Stockton is a very clever cat and he knows it.  Playing the violin, juggling, rhythmic gymnastics, all come easily to him.  But knitting?  Now that's a different matter entirely! Stockton has a very fancy party to go to and he simply must knit himself a fancy scarf to wear.  If he's as good at knitting … Continue reading ‘I Am a Very Clever Cat,’ by Kasia Matyjaszek.

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