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The most important books we’ll ever read
Earlier this month I rated a book with 3 out of 5 stars on Goodreads. When the review auto-posted to Facebook, a friend expressed surprise at the low rating. I was quick to reply that a 3-star ratings indicate an … Continue reading
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Tagged books, children's books, Enchanted Forest Chronicles, Goodreads, Harry Potter, His Dark Materials, kid lit, Lloyd Alexander, Philip Pullman, reading
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What you probably don’t know about the books you grew up loving
Who knew there was so much we didn’t know about the books we loved growing up? For example, do you know what inspired Katherine Paterson to write “Bridge to Terabithia”? How about the 50 words — no more, no fewer … Continue reading
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Tagged books, Bridge to Terabithia, children's books, Dr. Seuss, Katherine Paterson, literature, Louis Sachar, Mental Floss, reading, Roald Dahl
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How you can change the world with a good deed and a bow tie
One year ago, I learned the story of 11-year-old Colin, an unlikely hero who is asking us to make the world a kinder place with good deeds and bow ties. The story goes like this: Last February, Colin’s mother Jennifer … Continue reading
How do you define yourself?
“Who are you?” It’s a question society asks every day. Everywhere we turn, we are asked to define ourselves: Twitter bios. Facebook profiles. Blog and website About Me pages. Our definitions categorize us. We say we are writers, designers, artists, … Continue reading
You’re never too old for fairy tales
Once upon a time someone (no one seems to know who) dubbed Feb. 26 as Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Each year, those who recognize the holiday — mostly elementary schools and libraries — grab their favorite happily-ever-after tale from … Continue reading
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