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    Curious Creatures, Wild Minds | Book Week Display 2020

    October 10, 2020 /

    Curious Creatures, Wild Minds Book Week Display 2020. Take a wander through this year's Book Week display in my library. The jungle display also doubles as a photobooth.

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    May Gibbs: Snugglepot & Cuddlepie

    May 13, 2020

    Picture Books to Commemorate ANZAC Day

    April 16, 2019

    Old Worlds, New Worlds, Other Worlds|Book Week Display 2021

    June 25, 2021
  • Puppy Dog Ears Craft
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    Puppy Dog Ears Craft Inspired By “When Billy Was A Dog”

    September 12, 2020 /

    Are you looking for a great craft to make with your children for Book Week? These puppy dog ears were inspired by one of this year's CBCA shortlisted Early Childhood books, "When Billy Was a Dog," written by Kirsty Murray and illustrated by Karen Blair. This craft Includes free printable templates.

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    Egg Carton Pumpkin Garland

    September 25, 2021

    Tent Craft Inspired By “There’s No Such Thing”

    July 10, 2021

    Lego Disneyland Mad Tea Party

    April 5, 2020
  • 9 Picture Books about the Little Moments
    Children's Books,  Read

    Celebrating the Little Moments | 9 Picture Books for Children

    August 23, 2020 /

    The big moments in life are filled with excitement, fun and happiness, but sometimes it is the small quiet moments that bring us the most joy and the fondest memories. These quiet moments have been beautifully captured in these 9 picture books for children of all ages. They are filled with lovely reminders of how simple moments can be extraordinary too.

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  • Birdhouse Treasure Box Inspired by Tilly | A Few Small Adventures
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    Birdhouse Treasure Box Inspired by “Tilly”

    August 21, 2020 /

    Are you looking for a great craft to make with your children for Book Week 2020? These birdhouse treasure boxes were inspired by one of this year's CBCA shortlisted Picture Books Tilly, written by Jane Godwin and illustrated by Anna Walker.

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    Puppy Dog Ears Craft

    Puppy Dog Ears Craft Inspired By “When Billy Was A Dog”

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    Egg Carton Pumpkin Garland

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    April 5, 2020
  • 9 Picture Books about the Coronavirus
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    9 Picture Books about the Coronavirus

    August 13, 2020 /

    Here are 9 picture books about the coronavirus. Each of these beautiful books looks at the virus from a child’s perspective and are perfect for starting a conversation with your children.

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  • California Adventure Photo Spots
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    Our Favourite Photo Spots in California Adventure

    July 28, 2020 /

    There are so many magical places to take amazing photos in California Adventure. From the moment you walk through the gates, to the Pixar Pal-A-Round, and all the small and precious moments in between. Here are some of our favourite photo spots and opportunities.

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    Disneyland | Days 3 & 4

    October 4, 2019

    26 Weeks Until Disneyland!

    March 22, 2019

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    November 3, 2019
  • Make Your Own Spoon Doll
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    Spoon Dolls

    July 12, 2020 /

    Looking for a fun craft idea your kids will love? Why not make a spoon doll. They are super simple to make, lots of fun to play with and there are endless possibilities to create.

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    DIY Star Garland from Old Books

    Make a Star Garland From Old Books

    July 2, 2021
    Birdhouse Treasure Box Inspired by Tilly | A Few Small Adventures

    Birdhouse Treasure Box Inspired by “Tilly”

    August 21, 2020
    Doll house makeover

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    June 23, 2019
  • Our Little Playroom
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    Our Little Playroom Reveal

    July 6, 2020 /

    Our little playroom reveal. Keeping mess and toys under control in our small playroom was really tricky. It was time for a makeover. Our new design now has plenty of space for all our toys and LEGO!

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    Ikea Trofast: from 3 to 2 Compartments

    May 10, 2020
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    Pretty in Pink Tutu Dress

    May 29, 2020
  • DIsneyland Photo Spots
    Disneyland,  Travel

    Our Favourite Photo Spots at Disneyland

    June 21, 2020 /

    There are so many magical places to take amazing photos in Disneyland. From the moment you walk through the gates, to the Partners Statue in front of the Castle, to all the small and precious moments in between. Here are some of our favourite photo spots...

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    Our Top 5 Hotels Near Disneyland

    March 23, 2019

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    June 14, 2019

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  • Children's Books,  Read

    The Beginning Woods by Malcolm McNeil

    June 6, 2020 /

    A mystery no one can solve. The Vanishings started without warning. People disappearing into thin air – just piles of clothes left behind. Each day, thousands gone without a trace.  A baby no one wanted. Max was abandoned in a bookshop and grows up haunted by memories of his parents. Only he can solve the mystery of the Vanishings.  A secret that could save the future. To find the answers, Max must leave this world and enter the Beginning Woods. A realm of magic and terror, life and death. But can he bear the truth – or will it destroy him? A story that will take you to another world. Greater than your dreams.…

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I’m Susan, a school librarian and mum of two, who loves books & reading, crafts, renovating our home and going on holidays with my family.

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