Andrea Knight

Teacher · Learner · Author

Presidents’ Day Activities for Kids

Each year on Presidents' Day, we spend time teaching the children about George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. And for good reason. They were both a big deal. But there were others who also left their mark on America's history in other ways. FDR helped the nation recover from the Great Depression. Theodore Roosevelt cared deeply about conserving our country's natural resources. And Barack Obama … [Read more...]

Who Was George Washington Carver?

Who was George Washington Carver and why is he still remembered today? If you're a serious gardener, you may already know quite a few details about his life's work. If you're a first or second grader, though, you probably don't. We love poring over all the books in our library. If we can't find what we're looking for there, then you'll surely find us in our local bookstores. When we were … [Read more...]

Black History Month Books for Children

Black History Month is coming up soon... time to get our read-aloud basket stocked with the best books. If you're also working with first and second graders, you know finding books that aren't overwhelming can sometimes be a challenge. We've been working to collect our favorites over the last few years. Now, our shelves are filled with the courageous stories of people like Rosa Parks, Ruby … [Read more...]

What Is Inauguration Day?

Inauguration Day is right around the corner, but many kids don't fully understand what happens on that day. It's typical for us to plan election activities for our students. However, we don't always give the inauguration the same amount of attention. This time around, I'm going to see this process all the way to the finish line. First though, we couldn't find a simple book about Inauguration … [Read more...]

Let’s Get Ready for Christmas Eve!

This time of year brings a rich variety of holiday traditions with it. For children who observe Christmas Eve, this special night is an exciting time, full of anticipation for the morning ahead. Let's be ready for it! Start by gathering up your favorite Christmas books. Honestly, there are so many to choose from, it's almost overwhelming. Specific to Santa, we love these: Santa Claus, … [Read more...]