Book Review of The Mystery of Mystic MountainSponsored* | All opinions are our ownThe Children’s Book Review What to Expect: Friendship, ranch life, lost treasure, divorce, and identity. The Mystery of Mystic Mountain is a story about growing up, being true to one’s identity, and focusing on what really matters, and Becca is the perfect protagonist for this journey. Freshly emerging from seventh grade, Becca is dealing with a whole host of unexpected problems. First, there’s the maybe-immanent divorce of her parents. Then, there’s the fact that her best friend is very unhappy about her new friendship with the in-crowd…
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For a night of fright and fun, visit the Halloween Haunt and Yard Display at 3 Haven Road, Aberfoyle Park for a chilling experience like no other. The space has been transformed into a terrifying maze of horrors with surprises lurking at every corner. This year, they’ve pulled out all the stops to bring the ultimate horror experience from spine-chilling special effects to heart-pounding scares. The haunt is open to all ages, but the first hour of the night will be a sensory-safe experience for young children and those with special needs. During this hour from 4:30pm – 5:30pm, the…
French President Emmanuel Macron continued his three-day state visit to Morocco on Tuesday in the hopes of rehabilitating the two countries’ souring relationship.
Human Rights Watch has accused Burkina Faso’s government of putting civilians at unnecessary risk after at least 133 people were killed and hundreds wounded in a jihadist attack on the Barsalogho commune. The government, which denied the allegations, has relied heavily on armed civilian militias in its efforts to defeat violent Islamist groups.
Early education lays the foundation for a child’s future academic and personal success. In preschool, children develop cognitive, emotional, and social skills that shape their approach to learning for years to come. One educational approach that has gained significant attention is inquiry-based learning. This method encourages curiosity, exploration, and critical thinking, allowing children to engage actively in learning. As more preschools adopt this approach, it becomes clear that inquiry-based learning offers numerous advantages, particularly during the formative years of early childhood education.What is Inquiry-Based Learning in Preschool?In inquiry-based learning, children are encouraged to ask questions, investigate problems, and explore in-depth…
The Mystery of Mystic Mountain Awareness Tour is presented in partnership* with Janet Fox and The Children’s Book Review. Jump onto your horse and let’s wrangle up some adventures with Janet Fox’s new middle grade novel, The Mystery of Mystic Mountain. Becca Soloway’s dream summer vacation turns into a nightmare when her mom drags her to a Montana dude ranch. But Becca’s luck takes a turn when she meets a local who reveals a clue to hidden treasure. As they search for the lost loot, Becca learns that true treasure isn’t always about gold. A well-written mystery adventure bolstered by high…
Every step counts towards better health. Tracking steps is great motivation to keep moving everyday which is why Preventative Health SA are inviting South Australians to sign up for the fifth annual Billion Steps Challenge, starting Friday 1 November 2024. Sign up with 10,000 Steps for free and log your steps throughout November to help Preventative Health SA reach one billion steps by the end of the month. They are aiming to beat last year’s effort which reached the goal in under 29 days. How to Join: You can step solo, join a workplace or community team or start your…
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The UN Security Council met in New York on Monday to discuss the violence in Sudan. Civilians are increasingly affected. This is particularly the case since last Friday in the state of Al-Jazira, until now relatively spared from the killings of civilians.
Gather with family and friends for a magical evening in Hazelwood Park with all your favourite Christmas carols and entertainment. There will be food vans, artisan market stalls, free face painting and more. Everyone is welcome to go along for the festivities. Get dressed in your favourite festive gear, take a picnic blanket and experience a night full of music, delicious food and entertainment in the City of Burnside’s beautiful Hazelwood Park. Gates will be open from 4pm with activities starting from 5pm. This is a FREE community event with no bookings required. Highlights include: Free face painting Roving character…