The Elves and the Shoemaker is a heartwarming Brothers Grimm fairy tale that dates all the way back to 1812. A poor, struggling shoemaker wakes up one day to find that all of his work had been mysteriously completed. Each morning he arises to find many pairs of perfectly constructed shoes in his shop. He […]

Anger is a normal human emotion, like all of the others. It’s not a fun emotion, but it’s worth our attention just the same. When we are frustrated, or struggle with something, or feel at defense, it’s easy to get angry. You can teach your children all about feelings of anger, and also that it’s […]

Veterans Day is an important American holiday, a day to remember all who fought for our freedom. Every year on November 11, we honor all of our Armed Forces veterans for their service, bravery, and sacrifice. This day was previously Armistice Day, to mark the end of World War I, but was expanded to honor […]

On November 1st, Christians celebrate All Saints Day. This holiday celebrates the lives of all the saints and martyrs in heaven. Their contributions to the Christian faith are honored with prayer, candles, church mass, and a feast. This is a day full of reflection, gratitude, and spiritual connection. Celebrate all of the saints with these […]

(The Three) Billy Goats Gruff is a Norwegian Fairy Tale from 1841. Three brother Billy Goats try to cross a bridge to get to a patch of green grass on the other side. Meanwhile, an angry, very hungry troll lives underneath the bridge. The troll loves to eat Billy Goats. But the billy goats outsmart […]

The Tortoise and the Hare is a sweet fairy tale by Aesop about a turtle, and a rabbit having a race. Obviously unequal in speed. The hare is so confident he’ll win, that he takes a nap. Meanwhile, the tortoise keeps chugging along steadily.  You can guess that the tortoise emerges as the winner. The […]

We know what it feels like to be a human when we have emotions. Emotions are a part of who we are, and everyone has them. They’re like little messengers telling us how we feel about our life, each other, and the situations we’re in. You can use your emotions to guide you through your […]

Beetlejuice is fun, hilarious, and a little crazy – so don’t say his name three times if you don’t want to turn your life upside down. His zany antics will sure scare the living from their haunted house. Unless you’re Lydia Deetz. Her fascination with the dead makes her a great candidate for… marriage? Yes, […]

Guess Who? Woody Woodpecker has been a beloved cartoon character since 1940!  He was so loved that he became the mascot for Universal Pictures. And did you know that he’s on the Hollywood Walk of Fame? It’s big fun to watch this crazy redhead pull all sorts of smart-alec hijinks. If you love Woody Woodpecker, […]

Follow Greg Heffley through his life journey, via his diary. Fully illustrated, you get to witness how he gets in, and out of trouble, how he deals with bullies and social status, his vivid imagination, and his journey through middle school. Hilarious and adorable, this book became a full-blown series of books. 18 in fact, […]