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Today I am delighted to introduce you to a new publishing company Ethicool Books. When I first heard about Ethicool Books, I was intrigued by the name and the play...

Whether learning at home or at school, there is a world of minibeasts for children to explore, inside and outdoors. Regardless of our feelings towards certain species, all are important...

Today it is my pleasure to introduce you to Diana Harley as we discuss her three beautiful picture books that are perfect for sharing at springtime, or any time. Here...

September has almost arrived, bringing spring to the Southern Hemisphere. I always enjoy spring when the world seems to brighten, and gardens fill with flowers, insects, birds and other small...

As we step into the second half of 2020, I hope you continue to stay well and happy. So many changes occurred during the first half of the year and...

In this post, I am sharing a video by Jane Goodall Sowing the Seeds of Hope. In a previous post, I shared some insights by the ACT Scientist of the...

It’s almost June already and the change of season is upon us. I don’t know how you have felt during lockdown, but for me it has felt like time has...

We are only a quarter into the year but it seems so much longer with so much happening and situations changing constantly. While the situation will be far from business...

As we step into March, here in the Southern Hemisphere, we are looking forward to some cooler weather and a reprieve from summer’s heat as autumn begins. In the Northern...

Science learning is an important part of one’s education. It incorporates learning in biological, chemical, earth and space, and physical sciences. It is often integrated with learning from other areas...

Discussion of the day, date and weather is a familiar part of the daily routine in most early childhood and lower primary classrooms. The discussion allows for incidental teaching about...

Kim Michelle Toft is the author and illustrator of a collection of beautiful environmentally-themed picture books focussing on the conservation of marine environments. I have previously introduced you to Michelle...