books

Nine stories for summer

Whether they’re reading at the cottage or from the comfort of a couch at home, these books will make the most of your kids’ downtime   After a long day of exploring, playing outside and making new friends at camp, […]

The Enchanted Symphony

Treat yo’shelf

This holiday season, deck the family library with these new Canadian reads   Whether you’re seeking a stocking stuffer with substance or a new read to get your kids through the next snowbound day, our list of children’s books has […]

Julia Taylor and Anne Raina read to children at Bonnechere Union Public Library in Eganville in 2016. Photo Credit Grant Cameron

Tell me a story

Her first children’s stories were intended for her own kids, but thousands of local littles have enjoyed Anne Raina’s books since Wanting to instill her passion for reading in her young children, Anne Raina read to them on a daily […]

Evelynn O'Grady, age 5 (left) and her sister Ellie O'Grady, age 3. Photo Courtesy Sarah O'Grady

A novel idea

For local homeschooling mom Sarah O’Grady, a strategically chosen side hustle allows her to mix business and pleasure   Sarah O’Grady is busy. As if the stay-at-home mom homeschooling four kids under the age of 11 didn’t have enough on […]

Liam’s 11th birthday in Ottawa January 18, 2021. Included a magic set, books, Nintendo gift card, Red Lobster dinner, and a chocolate banana cake. Photograph by Blair Gable

Raising a reader

The experts agree – instilling a love of reading in your child early puts them on to the path to success   He was talking by 15 months, and recognizing words a few months later. Now, at age seven, Jennifer […]