Today I offer a short post with some interesting facts. Enjoy. Libraries have a very old history. 2. Hippos can’t… Read more 5 Things I Learned in December
Month: December 2015
Favourite Things: December Edition
As we near the end of 2015 I am definitely in reflection mode. Here are some of my favourite things… Read more Favourite Things: December Edition
Historical Highlights #017
Merry Christmas, everyone! Here are just a few links from around the web. This blog post from last December describes… Read more Historical Highlights #017
Poetry in Context: “We Three Kings”
I haven’t dived into the context and origins of a poem in a while, so I thought I’d take a… Read more Poetry in Context: “We Three Kings”
Archivist Interview: Meet Kyle Neill
The archivist interview series is back with a Q&A from Kyle Neill, Senior Archivist at the Peel Art Gallery, Museum… Read more Archivist Interview: Meet Kyle Neill
Historical Highlights #016
I hope you enjoy today’s list of historical highlights. Shakespeare’s World: on this site you can “Transcribe handwritten documents by… Read more Historical Highlights #016
Three Picture Books About Famous Artists
Picture books are the perfect way to introduce children to historical figures, especially artists. Whenever I spot a picture about… Read more Three Picture Books About Famous Artists
100-Year-Old Music
I planned to spend some time on Saturday getting a quiz ready for today, but I got too busy baking… Read more 100-Year-Old Music
Historical Highlights #015
This week’s historical highlights include Viking artifacts, history apps for kids, and George Washington’s beer recipe. Ever wonder what it… Read more Historical Highlights #015
History of Libraries, Part 1
I’ve decided to begin a series about the history of libraries. My first question is, “What is the oldest library… Read more History of Libraries, Part 1
Mailbox: Jamestown, Virginia Postcard
I received this postcard in the mail from my sister who recently moved to Virginia. Have you been to Jamestown,… Read more Mailbox: Jamestown, Virginia Postcard
Historical Highlights #014
In this week’s historical highlights I share an article urging you to read more old books, videos depicting the lives… Read more Historical Highlights #014
10 Things I Learned in November
Here are 10 things I learned over the past month. I hope you’ll share your own lessons and discoveries in… Read more 10 Things I Learned in November