2019: Looking Back (Popular Posts and Starred Reviews)
2019 in Review: Popular posts, starred reviews, and reflections.
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The Enduring Appeal of Little Women
With the eighth major film adaptation opening on Christmas Day, I thought I’d share a few thoughts on this classic. I read it at the urging of my mother at the age of 13 or thereabouts, and found it boring. I read it again around the age of 27, and couldn’t put it down. Word…
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2020 Reading Challenge for Kids and Teens is Here!
Get your FREE 2020 Reading Challenge today! 4 levels for all types of readers.
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Back Porch Book Chat: Bridgette Boudreaux (Chemistry Teacher)
Back Porch Book Chat: A casual conversation about books. Our guest today is Bridgette Boudreaux
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Reflections on A Christmas Carol
Is A Christmas Carol a “Christian” book or movie? We’ve got some thoughts on that–and a watch-along guide for when you watch the movie.
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Christmas Books Round-Up
All our reviews of Christmas books — that is, books about Christmas or set during the Christmas season — in one place! You’re sure to discover some new family favorites as well as be reminded of old familiar friends. Surely some of these will be at your local library! Christmas Picture Books One Christmas Wish…
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Best Games for Book Lovers
Analog fun: A list of the best games for book lovers of all ages. Hint: they involve words, naturally.
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To Speak of What’s Good: Positive Developments in Children’s Publishing
Children’s publishing has shown some disturbing trends recently, but there’s also much to be thankful for.
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How to Raise a Reader by Pamela Paul and Maria Russo
How to Raise a Reader focuses less on the “Why” and more on the “How” of fostering a love of literature in your own children.
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New (or New to Us) Books for Holiday Reading and Gift-Giving
It’s a fact: readers love to give books as gifts, and we’re here to help! When in doubt we tend to turn to the classics, or the books we enjoyed as children. That’s a pretty safe bet, and it’s fun and rewarding to make new fans for those books we loved. But we shouldn’t neglect…
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