Welcome to the Campfire
It’s that time of year again. A new year is dawning and the long stretch of educating looms ahead! I love that word “loom” because it is a very specific verb. Of course, the noun is a machine for weaving, but…
Join a Pages Online Class this Winter
“So many things have gone out of date. But after all these years, words are still important. Words are still needed by everyone. Words are still needed to think with, to write with, to dream with, to hope and pray…
Twelve Days Giveaway: Let’s Go Middle School!
Welcome, folks, to the last few days of giveaway! You’ve experienced the sweetness of primary picture books and the elegance of elementary’s, so get ready for the magic of middle school’s illustrated stories! Though some middle schoolers might object that…
Twelve Days Giveaway: It’s Elementary!
The Twelve Days of Giveaway continues! You saw the wonderful snow-themed books we chose for primary readers—now get ready for another slew of picture books that welcome winter, this time for elementary-aged readers! Read on for a synopsis of each…
Twelve Days Giveaway: Let’s Get Reading!
As the days shrink to their shortest length and the winter chill seems here to stay, there’s nothing better than finding a cozy corner in which to read a book. That’s why we’re launching our Twelve Days Giveaway, with twelve…
Big Reveal: Giving Thanks for Community
A crisp nip in the air, leaves dancing from green to yellow to orange, the scratch of claw on earth as squirrels dig hiding places for acorns—this can only mean one thing: Thanksgiving fast approaches! If you ask me what…
Start the New Year with Pages
January 2026 is right around the corner! Pages classes are designed to foster competence, creativity, and confidence in students as they press into the important work of becoming literate. Being able to communicate an original, BIG idea is the ultimate…
How to Find What you Need
Alphabetical Annotations are HERE! A is for About Authors All About Blog Categories – You are HERE! Announcing – Click through to find out what’s new and happening at Blackbird & Company. Arts Guild – All things visual and musical…
Print Shop Coming Soon!
Come January, Blackbird & Company will be launching Print Shop! Our awesome collection of downloadable Discovery activities are designed to engage students, Kindergarten through 8th Grade, in focused, independent work pinpointed on specific academic skills with opportunities to build…