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2023 Blogging A to Z: Reader
Of the 26 book lists this month, I think this one has to be my favorite! I have always love to read. I didn’t necessarily learn to read exceptionally early. But, once I did learn, I constantly had a book in my hands. I carried one with me everything, sneaking…
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Tips & Tricks to Motivate Readers
Does identifying children as reluctant readers lead them to become more reluctant? Because if you hear something said about yourself enough, you’ll start believing it – even if it isn’t true. I know there are kids that don’t necessarily like to read or would choose to read from a variety…
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Reader’s Advisory for Kids
More often than not, my reader’s advisory questions come from kids who don’t like reading, are uninterested, or at a loss as to where to find a book they might like. When asked, “What is your favorite book?” or “What do you like to read about?” you’ll often receive the…
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Types of Readers
I’m spending the next few days in beautiful Key Largo to celebrate a cousin’s wedding. While sitting poolside in the 80-degree sunny weather (don’t be too jealous!), I noticed how different the readers in my family are. My parents read to us for years and they themselves are readers too.…
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Stop, Drop, & Read!
Our library partnered with the middle school on this really fun idea called “Stop, Drop, and Read!” We encouraged the middle school students to meet at the mall on Saturday afternoon for a Flash Mob event, but rather than singing, dancing, or the surprise engagement, we asked the kids to…
