Dear Readers,

I’ve been in northern Virginia this past week. When we left Alaska, there were several inches of snow on the ground at home (which has since melted), the trees were bare, and winter was definitely making itself known. Here though, the trees are just starting to show a bit of fall color, flowers are still in bloom, and the weather has been sunny and warm. Quite a contrast to Alaska.

Getting away for a bit is always nice, but I always look forward to going home. Winter is a great time to curl up with books, too. So here are a couple of suggestions if you’re looking for some good winter reading.

Have a great week.

Kimi

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Here are the latest articles from the Alaska site at BellaOnline.com.

Books about Alaska for Young Readers
Looking for some good books to introduce your child to the wonders of Alaska? Here are five picture books that work as read alouds for ages 5 and up.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art58837.asp


Book Review - Shopping for Porcupine
Seth Kantner, author of the award winning Ordinary Wolves, turns his pen to non-fiction in this collection of reflective essays on his life in northwest Alaska.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art58964.asp