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Little Pilgrim’s Big Journey vs. Little Pilgrim’s Progress: A Picky Christian Mom Review

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There are two recently released titles revamping the classic Christian allegory, The Pilgrim’s Progress, for kids. Little Pilgrim’s Big Journey and Little Pilgrim’s Progress come from the same source material, but they could reach slightly different audiences. Read on to find out who I recommend each book for.

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What Age Can Read the Enola Holmes Series?

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I could have titled this review, The Infuriating Case of the Enola Holmes Book Series.

The publisher says the Enola Holmes series is for 8 to 12 year olds, or starting in 3rd grade. However, the reading level is significantly higher, at about 6th through 8th grade. Furthermore, the preface talks about a murdered prostitute, and there are frequent references to how stupid girls are. Read on for some content considerations before you hand the book to your child.

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5 Tips for Reading Aloud If You DON’T Homeschool

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It feels like most read-aloud focused bloggers are also HOMESCHOOL bloggers. I don’t homeschool, my kids go to plain old, every day, see-you-in-7-hours, school. Some of the tips, reading lists, and recommendations from the read-aloud homeschooling bloggers just don’t work for us. (Looking at you, “morning book baskets” and your Pinterest takeover.)

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