by kellie | May 10, 2017
This year marks the 75th anniversary of Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown. In celebration, I got to interview one of the most beloved illustrators in Children’s books today, Mr. Christian Robinson. His work reaches a wide audience with its beauty and remarkable way...
by kellie | Feb 4, 2015
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Since we love Oliver Jeffers, I used Stuck as inspiration for my Valentine’s Day cards. What you need: cardstock ribbon / embroidery thread popsicle stick / skewers hotglue gun washi tape...
by kellie | Dec 22, 2014
This is one of my favorite projects, watercolor + straws. I think I love the unconventional use of the straw but even more the uniqueness of each little piece of art. What you need: brown watercolor, watered down straw watercolor paper oil pastels/crayons gold paint...
by kellie | Mar 21, 2014
I thought I would share some visuals of the book activities I have been sharing on Instagram. After reading Windblown by Edouard Manceau, we cut our colored pieces inspired by the book to create a chicken and a jellyfish. Drawing inspiration from Michael...
by kellie | Sep 26, 2013
(for more information and photo credit) Today was Raise-A-Reader Day here in Vancouver, 100% of all funds go to support literacy in BC. Reading aloud happens everyday in our home. Recently I have been changing our reading times from the set times which have always...
by kellie | Sep 17, 2013
Pop-up books are the best! This book is beautiful and fun. It’s been well loved in our home for years. The repetitiveness of the book invites the children in to say the words along with you. A great read-aloud book. Ages: 4+...
