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What to do when kids say ‘I don’t like to read’
When I was in elementary school, my bedroom window faced the front of our garage. At night, the exterior garage light lit the front yard, and its glow shone between the gap in my curtains. That strip of light was … Continue reading
8 memorable cats in children’s literature
Cats make great book characters. They have a reputation for being mysterious, aloof, cunning, mischievous, and occasionally irritating. All of those traits lend themselves to compelling, memorable personalities. Here are eight cats from children’s literature that stand out in my … Continue reading
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6 middle grade books to kick off 2026
Happy 2026! With the start of a new year, people turn their focus to resolutions, self-improvement, and positive change in the world around them. Those concepts aren’t exclusive to adults, and they also aren’t exclusive to January. Here are six … Continue reading
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Cookbook Review: A Literary Picnic by Alison Walsh
In March, Alison Walsh released her third literary cookbook. This time, the author and chef ventured into independent publishing to release the e-book A Literary Picnic. Continue reading
Why you should be reading aloud with older kids, too
I clearly remember the first time I read the Enchanted Forest Chronicles by Patricia C. Wrede. I was about 9 years old, tucked away in the odds-and-ends room of my childhood home, surrounded by shelves and Sterilite plastic totes filled … Continue reading
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