I have almost given up on finding a Filipino children’s book appropriate for a three-year old when I found Ang Pambihirang Sombrero (The Strange-Looking Hat) by Jose Miguel Tejido at National Bookstore. With fantastic illustration, this story of a hat that can hold so many things on top is just silly and magical. In a week’s time, our copy is dog-eared and wrinkled – signs of a … [Read more...]
Caps for Sale: Monkeys, Peddlers, and Caps
Children have loved Caps for Sale by Esphyr Slobodkina since its publication in 1938. Little T from the 21st century loves this story of a cap peddler and several monkeys who got into a row over the peddler’s wares. Let’s dig in on some of the exciting things we learned from this wonderful book that I also greatly enjoyed! MONKEYS We started this book about monkeys … [Read more...]
Make Magic: Create a Dress Up Box
Little T dressed up as Sleeping Beauty the whole day after watching the play. Her gown is a hand-me-down two times over. Playing pretend is one of the greatest joys of childhood. Nothing can be as magical as imagining yourself to be a princess, a bride, or a mermaid -- yes, my daughter is such a girl. Seemingly simple, pretend play actually works on several levels … [Read more...]
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