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Impulse buying 10 Dr. Seuss books with no regrets
I went into Wal-Mart this weekend for $35 worth of oil. I walked out with $50 worth of children’s books instead. I had the best intentions when I entered the store. Things went awry when I got to the automotive … Continue reading
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A reading challenge for picky young readers
As a kid, I wouldn’t touch food with coconut. Or onion. Or green peppers. Or mushrooms. The list goes on. I was a picky eater back then. Even though I still avoid dishes with mushrooms (I just can’t bring myself … Continue reading
Posted in Reading
Tagged books, children's books, children's literature, reading, reading challenge
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Hey writers, it’s harvest time
I live in farm country. Each spring is planting season here in central Illinois, and when fall rolls around it’s harvest season. But for writers, it’s planting and harvest season year-round. I know what you’re thinking. What are authors farming? … Continue reading
Sorry for my absence; here’s a joke to make up for it
As much as I promote unplugging from technology, I might have unplugged a bit too much. I realized this morning it’s been almost a month since I’ve updated this blog. Even though I encourage unplugging for imagination and play, I … Continue reading
Plug in now and then, researchers say, but not for too long
I am an advocate of the unplugged imagination. What do I mean when I say that? The unplugged imagination is daydreaming and play that doesn’t depend on toys or games requiring cords or charged batteries. Promoting unplugged play encourages role … Continue reading
Posted in Unplugged imagination
Tagged children, computer games, imagination, parenting, play, screen time, video games
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