Appreciating Quiet Time with Extraordinary
May 4th, 2020Appreciating Quiet Time with Extraordinary!
Extraordinary by Penny Harrison and Katie Wilson is all about appreciating the ordinary, everyday moments of joy which make life truly special. In these challenging and uncertain times, these moments are perhaps more important than ever. Extraordinary encourages children to see the beauty of the natural world and to always aim high. However, the book also demonstrates the value of quieter, more contemplative activities like reading. Quiet time has numerous benefits for children. The words ‘quiet time’ are a bit of a misnomer as they do not only encompass silent activities but rather activities which children can complete on their own.
Here are some classic quiet time activities that have lasted the test of time:
Extraordinary by Penny Harrison and Katie Wilson is all about appreciating the ordinary, everyday moments of joy which make life truly special. In these challenging and uncertain times, these moments are perhaps more important than ever. Extraordinary encourages children to see the beauty of the natural world and to always aim high. However, the book also demonstrates the value of quieter, more contemplative activities like reading. Quiet time has numerous benefits for children. The words ‘quiet time’ are a bit of a misnomer as they do not only encompass silent activities but rather activities which children can complete on their own.
Here are some classic quiet time activities that have lasted the test of time:



Even something as simple as drawing a picture is a valuable creative outlet which simultaneously encourages children to become absorbed in their own task. And now to possibly the most important quiet time activity of all, reading.

This page spread from Extraordinary perfectly captures the quiet serenity of getting caught up in a good story. The children may be stuck inside, but it is clear as day that they are both off on their own adventures.

Extraordinary has plenty more magical moments, quiet and not so quiet, to share with the little ones in the family!
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