The Best Sydney Bookshops with Kids

The Best Book Stores in Sydney

Sydney bookstores continue to top my list as a place I can return to again and again, always finding something different, rarely leaving empty-handed. Exploring new bookstores in Sydney is fascinating and my kids seem to enjoy the adventure as much as I do. But what are the best book shops in Sydney? Where are …

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Let’s Explore With Lonely Planet Kids : Adventures With Amelia and Marco

Let's Explore With Lonely Planet Kids : Adventures With Amelia and Marco

Entertaining kids when they’re required to stay in the one spot for a few hours, such on a plane or road trip, can be a real challenge if they’re not amused by 21st century technology. Miss N is one such creature and requires some strategic thinking on my part to ensure we have enough activities …

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State Library Victoria – A Visit to Australia’s Oldest Public Library

State Library Victoria - A Visit to Australia's Oldest Public Library

During my days at Melbourne University I spent countless hours researching at the State Library Victoria. Sometimes I just went for a little down time. It’s that type of place. When Master R became unwell on our recent Melbourne trip, Miss N and I took a stroll up to the library while he slept and …

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Lonely Planet Kids : Come Explore Their Latest Books

This post is brought to you by Nuffnang and Lonely Planet Kids (with all opinions my own!) When I think back to what sparked my wanderlust and what spurred my deep need to explore and discover, I am certain it was the numerous books that have found their way into my hands. It started off with the Famous …

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Portable Life Museum : How To Be An Explorer of the World

Portable Life Museum : How To Be An Explorer of the World

On Saturday I flew to Melbourne for an event and brought along my latest book find to occupy the minutes while I was in transit. Just as the plane levelled out, the man sitting next to me interrupted my reading to ask the title of the book. I showed him the cover and he typed …

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Story Time : Week 1 – Roald Dahl, Construction and Australian Literature

Story Time : Week 1 - Roald Dahl, Construction and Australian Literature

Today marks the beginning of our Story Time journey which I posted about only last week. From our book shelves I have chosen 7 picture books for us to read together and Roald Dahl’s Big Friendly Giant as our nightly chapter book. Whilst I have chosen this weeks selection, I anticipate that both Master R and Miss …

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Story Time : Introducing the Love of Reading

Story Time : Introducing the Love of Reading

For as long as I can remember I have almost always had a book or two beside my bed. My earliest memories of bedtime from my childhood revolve around stories read aloud to me by my parents. Books could be found in every room of our family home. I was surrounded by them. There was …

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