Children are always engaged more when the learning is fun. These are some simple rhyming games that can be played at home. Magnetic Letters Rhymes (Reception to Year 2) Have a group of magnetic letters on the fridge. Lay out a word ending: for example, ‘ig’ Your child/children place a letter in front to create […]
Great books to have, great books
Young children often experiment by playing with a word and creating words that rhyme with it – even creating nonsensical ones. It’s a fun game and they love it. Without knowing it, they are starting to build the foundations that will help them succeed at reading and writing. The repetitive structure itself, is critical for […]
I find the length of time spent on developing each book depends upon its style, the topic and the feedback I receive during each story’s development. Although an Indie author, I still adhere to the belief that major legwork must be put in before a story is ready for publishing. This includes having people critique […]
Find put what people are saying about A Big Blue Boat, a sailing story for the youngest sailors. Victoria S This book was such a pleasant surprise!! I guess I expected something very basic for the littlest of sailors – and it is a wonderful introduction! – but I was so impressed with the gorgeous, […]
How exciting it is to welcome you to the live Susea Spray webpage. With the need to alter plans, it’s been a major marathon for someone having to learn this new version of wordpress. The site is still a work in progress, but I hope you will enjoy the journey with me. Firstly, I want […]
Did you love the Big Blue Boat story? Then you will love this fun-packed activity book! Colour, cut, make, cook and more! Big Blue Boat Fun! Children will love joining in the fun with this activity book inspired by the award-nominated story by Susea Spray, A Big Blue Boat. Interactive thrills for children who love […]
What wonderful sights will a big blue boat and her captain see when sailing upon the brine in this A Big Blue Boat sequel? Shortlisted 2022 Page Turner Awards Winner of 2022 Page Turner Awards: Best Picture Book Genre If you love Bill Martin Jr’s Brown Bear, Brown Bear What Do You See? you are […]
All about reading: rhyming, rhythm, books, games and more for parents.
Fun wording, rhythm and rhyme generate strong imagery in this cumulative story about a big blue boat, a girl and the sea. A boat.A big blue boat.A big blue boat with billowing sails…. Seas are calm as a Big Blue Boat and her Captain head out for a day’s sail. Then winds strengthen and the […]
