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Quote: Sometimes, you read a book…John Green, The Fault in Our Stars
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Quote: Neil Gaiman on Books and Reading
Quote: Neil Gaiman on Books and Reading “The simplest way to make sure that we raise literate children is…to show them that reading is a pleasurable activity. And that means finding books that they enjoy, giving them access to those books, and letting them read them.” — Neil Gaiman Also see Booklist about Books for […]
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Book Review: Political Tribes, Amy Chua
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Booklist: Spring Books for Shared Reading with Children
Booklist: Spring Books for Shared Reading with Children The onset of seasonal allergies aside, spring is the favorite season of many. With the renewed energy from blooming flowers, hatching eggs, and bouncing bunnies, there is also the welcome of shared reading about spring on a warm and sunny day outside or crisp yet cozy […]