Articles Archive for June 2009
Adventure, Ages 9-11, Boys, Chapter Books, Education, History / Historical Fiction, Twelve + »
America has a rich and exciting history! Help your child journey through time, back to Boston and the American Revolution. Johnny Tremain is a Newbery Award-winning book about a fictional boy who experiences the events surrounding the coming of America. This novel will bring to life events of the Revolution and peak your child’s interest in history!
After reading and brushing up on the events that led to our independence, celebrate! Tempe 4th commemorates the 4th of July in style with one of the best fireworks shows around. In this amazing show, fireworks are timed to some of the best patriotic music. The celebration is free for kids under 12 and includes a free inflatable village for families. Celebrate our great country with Johnny Tremaine and Tempe 4th!
Ages 3-5, Ages 6-8, Boys, Fantasy, Girls, National, Picture Books »
Any child who has ever been playfully tossed into the air, flying higher than the clouds, knows their daddy is a giant. Any child who has been scooped up into their daddy’s arms in order to avoid something scary knows their daddy is a giant. Any child who has been lulled to sleep as they listen to his strong heartbeat and deep voice knows their daddy is a giant. My Daddy is a Giant is a wonderful story about all of the reasons a Daddy is so special to his kids.
Father’s Day is coming and what Dad doesn’t love getting a tie on his special day? Make this one extra unique. Create an oragami tie with your kids. Make it crazy! Make it fun! Personalize it and make it just for him. Have them write a short message on the back just for Dad. It will be a tie he’ll treasure (but never have to wear). After the kids give their tie, let them snuggle up with Dad and read My Daddy is a Giant. It will be a Father’s Day to remember for years to come. (more…)
Adventure, Ages 6-8, Ages 9-11, Boys, Chapter Books, Girls, Twelve + »
There are few kings and queens as noble and true as the Pevensies from The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe. They ruled with integrity, fairness, and a great sense of adventure. Prince Caspian is the 4th book in The Chronicles of Narnia, and is a wonderful book about what it means to be a steward over a kingdom, what it is to be a true King or Queen. The castles, battles, and events are all larger than life!
After reading this exciting book, take a trip to a wonderful exhibit, Lego Castle Adventure is currently the featured exhibit at the AZ Science Center. Visitors can build and learn about castles. Don’t miss the chance to combine this fantastic (and cool) summer event with Prince Caspian, a great book that will children excited about reading!
