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Christina Van Starkenberg
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http://christinavanstarkenburg.comChristina Van Starkenburg lives in Victoria with her husband, children, and cat. She is the author of One Tiny Turtle: A Story You Can Colour and many articles. To read more of her work and learn about her upcoming books, check out her website at www.christinavanstarkenburg.com.
Spring Into Reading
As the weather turns warmer and lures us outside with pretty cherry blossoms, beautiful hyacinths and dazzling daffodils, it can be difficult for our...
The Ways of Winter
When we first moved to Victoria from Ontario, my husband and I kept our winter shovel. The movers brought it into the house and...
A Little Bit of Joy, Warmth & Self-Love for Children
Even though the school year is no longer brand new, it can still be stressful for children. So it's important for us to take...
Books to Help Lean into Learning
Well, another summer has come and gone. I hope you were able to spend your time making the most of the summer: Watching the...
Books About Seas, Trees & a Gentle Breeze
It is a wonderful time to enjoy the feel of sand beneath our feet and the smell of the ocean as the breeze wafts...
Cheers to the Women We Know
If you've looked at a calendar recently, you might've noticed that Mother's Day is creeping up on us quite quickly. In honor of that...
Make the Most of a Trip to the Museum
The sun isn't up yet when my three-year-old runs into my room. He hands me Little Bear and Marshall to give me the false...
The Magic of Make-Believe
Imagine you and your family are home one day and suddenly the power goes out. You tell the kids not to worry because it'll...
Loved & Lost
The lives of teens and tweens are marked by changes and transitions some physical, some mental, some emotional. Sometimes as parents, guardians, or loved...
ABC Learning Books Are for Me
School is just about back in session—summer goes so fast, I know. And with the school year comes a whole assortment of emotions from...