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May 25, 2019
Mark Halpern (153 KP) rated Mary Poppins (1964) in Movies
Jan 30, 2018
It's Supercalafragilelisticexpialadosis
A magical Nanny sent into kind of rescue a family with two small children to straighten them up and act right. The learn a lot but, really with out knowing they are learning. The take amazing trips and adventures, whether it's on the tops chimneys in London or into a beautiful sidewalk painting. However are they really there or is this all imagination. However Mary isn't just their for the children. She is there to show the parents how much of a loving father and mother is needed on an every day basis.
Laura Ann Moylan (0 KP) rated The Dragonriders of Pern (Dragonriders of Pern, #1-3) in Books
Jan 26, 2018
Learned to read with these books
Learning about Pern from Lessa’s point of view was enchanting from a nine year old’s perspective. Over thirty years later, I reread this series over and over again. Both my mother and grandmother had read the series before me and now I’m reading it to my nine year old niece.
Dana (24 KP) rated The History of the Kings of Britain in Books
Mar 23, 2018
I really enjoyed learning about the mythos of King Arthur and the legends and kinds that came before him and shaped his reign. Seriously, if you are at all into King Arthur and you want context on how these legends came about, pick this book up, it is worth the read.
In addition to this, I would read Pseudo-Ninnias' Historia Brittonum, Gildas' The Ruin of Britain, and Bede's Historia Ecclesiastica Gentis Anglorum. They will all help to understand all of the source material for the Arthurian Romances.
In addition to this, I would read Pseudo-Ninnias' Historia Brittonum, Gildas' The Ruin of Britain, and Bede's Historia Ecclesiastica Gentis Anglorum. They will all help to understand all of the source material for the Arthurian Romances.
Lumos (380 KP) rated Patchwork in Tabletop Games
Mar 26, 2018
Easy to learn (1 more)
Fast game to play
This was a quick little game. Since it is a two-player, my friend and I played it while our DM put the last few touches on a one-off D&D campaign. It took about 20 minutes from learning to play to checking the final scores. I enjoyed the puzzle aspect of the game, though I don't always have the spatial awareness to determine how a piece would fit on my board so my piece of patchwork had many holes!
Kimmic (814 KP) rated Hook (1991) in Movies
Feb 21, 2018
LOVE THIS FILM!!!
I can watch this film every day for a week and still love it as much on the Sunday as I did on the Monday!
Robin Williams yet again MAKES this film! His battle with Captain Hook, and learning about his past...
It is funny, light hearted and a perfect film to watch with the family.
Also considering the time it was made, aside from the croc, the effects in this are really good! But I think that the croc looks fake on purpose... or is that just me?
Robin Williams yet again MAKES this film! His battle with Captain Hook, and learning about his past...
It is funny, light hearted and a perfect film to watch with the family.
Also considering the time it was made, aside from the croc, the effects in this are really good! But I think that the croc looks fake on purpose... or is that just me?
Bookapotamus (289 KP) rated Nest Learning Thermostat in Tech
May 30, 2018
Sleek and Smart
I love the Nest Learning Thermostat! It's gorgeous on my wall. I love the feature that it glows when you walk into a room, but I'm still trying to figure out how if it's really compatible with my old house and system. It DOES work and the stuff in my house is SO old, but I think a wiring and connection upgrade might be in store soon. Beautiful design and many features to love!
KarenRC (6 KP) rated The Curious Heart of Ailsa Rae in Books
Jul 23, 2018
This book is an enjoyable, 'heart'- warming story about dealing with learning to live a 'normal' life after not knowing whether you were going to have a life at all. It also touches on the very important subject of organ donation being opt-out instead of opt-in, which is a very important cause. All in all, an easy read that covers all bases - family, love, friendships, health, grief. I found the back and forth between past, future, blog, news reports a bit confusong at times, but not enough to detract from the book.
Dean (6925 KP) rated Let's Be Evil (2016) in Movies
Aug 16, 2018
Very weak story (1 more)
Not much of a horror or scifi
Let's not bother
Well only tried this out as recognised the actress who plays Tiggs was popular on UK TV. It's a very low budget film. Set in an advanced facility with advanced Ai and augmented reality specs. It's all a bit vague as to why the kids are there, what they are learning. Very quickly turns into people just running down dark corridors, air vents trying to escape the evil kids. A poor ending which was quite predictable caps it off.
James Koppert (2698 KP) rated Sex, Puberty And All That Stuff in Books
Jan 8, 2020
Every teen should have this
Kids learning about sex is good. It's proven that those who do are more likely to be in healthy relationships, lose their virginity later and have less sexual partners.
I bought this for my son for him to learn at his own pace, it has everything a modern teen may want to know about as well as teaching the importance of positive relationships. If I was in government I'd make sure this got in the hands of every secondary school pupil.
Brilliant book presented in a fun and interesting way.
I bought this for my son for him to learn at his own pace, it has everything a modern teen may want to know about as well as teaching the importance of positive relationships. If I was in government I'd make sure this got in the hands of every secondary school pupil.
Brilliant book presented in a fun and interesting way.