Everything I need to know in life, I learned from children's literature
Whether your kids are looking forward to a new school year or clinging to the end of summer, a good book can gently ease them back into an academic routine. Here are 10 new Canadian titles featuring warm welcomes, new friends, try-outs, social anxiety and fresh starts. Watch the segment online here. Picture Books, Ages… Continue reading As Seen on CTV: Back-to-School Reading List for Kids
The best way to keep kids hooked on reading is to find them a series that will have them asking for more. Here are ten series by Canadian authors to keep your kids reading all summer long! Watch the segment here, or read on for the full list! Ages 5-9 Scaredy Squirrel is a familiar… Continue reading As Seen on CTV Your Morning: Start a Series
This year marks the 45th annual Canadian Children's Book Week, the largest national celebration of Canadian children's books and creators. Hundreds of virtual readings and events are happening across the country, including an online picturebook gallery where you can purchase original art from some of Canada's most distinguished illustrators in support of the Canadian Children's Book… Continue reading As Seen on CTV Your Morning: Canadian Children’s Book Week 2022
With so much going on right now it can be hard for kids to focus and let's face it, everyone can use a break! Enter pleasure reading! Here are ten reads on the lighter side that will engage the young readers in your life. You can watch this segment online here, starting at the 1:54:15… Continue reading As Seen on CTV Your Morning: Light Reads for Kids
Here are ten new books by Indigenous creators featuring traditions and experiences from various nations and Indigenous people. Books are a great way for families to learn together and start the conversations necessary for our country to move forward from the past towards reconciliation. Watch the segment here! Ages 3-7 I Sang You Down From… Continue reading As Seen on CTV: 10 New Kids’ Books by Indigenous Creators
April 22nd is Earth Day. Here are 10 Canadian children's books that celebrate nature and will spark needed conversations about conservation, climate and social justice, and instill a love and respect for the natural world. Thanks to CTV Your Morning for giving me the space to talk about kids' books! Watch the full segment on… Continue reading As Seen on CTV: 10 Kids’ Books for Earth Day
It's starting to look and feel like spring! If your family is looking to spend more time outside, why not take the #AnonymouseChallenge? Here's how it works: Go for a discovery walk and take note of anything you see of interest. It might be a mural, a sign, a note on the sidewalk, a garden… Continue reading Take the #AnonymouseChallenge!
I spoke to The Morning Show about Anonymouse, street art, and how turning my daily walks into discovery walks has been a source of inspiration and delight during the pandemic. Check out the video for my tips and tricks! They even made this amazing BINGO card that you can use to inspire your own discovery… Continue reading ANONYMOUSE on The Morning Show
March 17: Anonymouse IG Event with Anna Pirolli Tune into Indigo Kids Instagram on Wednesday, March 17th at 12pm EST for a special ANONYMOUSE storytime with me and Anna Pirolli! Get a tour of illustrator Anna Pirolli's studio (SO many books!), watch her do a drawing demo (fascinating!), and then join us for some ideas… Continue reading Upcoming Spring Events
https://youtu.be/1ZW8tjKCK8g Last weekend I was invited to read ANONYMOUSE as part of The Woodstock Public Library's family day weekend virtual events. You can check out the video on YouTube above or on the myWPL YouTube channel. Thanks to my hometown library for inviting me!
Vikki VanSickle 