Better Together

PREORDER: Will be delivered straight to your inbox on February 15, 2026

Recommended For: All Ages, Page Mages (7-10 year olds)

Topics Explored

• Spring Nature Adventure

Overview of Better Together

Spring has come to Fernwood Forest, and the Heartwood Hotel is all a-bustle. With Mr. Heartwood off on vacation, it’s up to Mona and the rest of the staff to keep everything running smoothly. When rumors buzz of a rival hotel, Gilles is determined to prove that the Heartwood is the very best with the splashiest Spring Splash the forest has ever seen. Guests check in from near and far to compete for the Cutest Egg, the Tiniest Talent, and the Best Blossom. Newcomer Henry is all too happy to help out, making Mona start to feel unsure of her place. Does the Heartwood really need her as much as she thought? But soon there’s more to worry about than whose egg has the sweetest speckles. Some decidedly uninvited guests have been drawn to the festivities. Can Mona find a way to bring everyone together in time to save them all from danger?

About Bookish Nature Adventures

Bookish Nature Adventures is a gentle nature study inspired by the Charlotte Mason philosophy—designed to help your family slow down, connect with each other, and engage with the world around you. This spring edition is based on Better Together by Kallie George, a delightfully illustrated novel set in the cozy world of the Heartwood Hotel. Each week, you’ll join Moana and her forest friends on meaningful adventures—then step into your own through four days of seasonal readings and nature-inspired activities.

You’ll explore winter through poetry, art, living books, nature journaling, podcasts and videos, hands-on science experiments, and simple outdoor adventures. Open this guide and discover how beautiful learning can be—together.

Included in this guide

For a Seamless Experience

• Daily open-and-go plans
• Supply checklist
• Age-appropriate activity adjustments
• Printable resources for ease and flexibility
• QR codes and hyperlinks for both print and digital use

Rich, Multisensory Learning

• Curated winter picture book list
• Printable seasonal poem
• Living science experiments
• Art and craft projects
• Nature journaling
• Family-friendly games
• Simple, seasonal recipes

Multimedia Extras

• Handpicked podcast episodes
• Engaging video links

Outdoor Exploration

• Gentle nature adventures to enjoy together

Want a peek inside our Bookish Adventure Guides? Download your free sample. 

This is a digital product; no physical item will be shipped.