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Author: Julia Tomiak

I believe in the power of words to improve our lives, and I help people find interesting words to read. Member of SCBWI.
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How to survive the college drop off, 4 years later

Posted on August 12, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Next week I will take a third child to college. It isn't easy, but it is good. The Word Nerd shares wisdom about change.

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Who I Am

I give you reasons to hope

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

I gained so much during my trip to Europe, best of all new reasons to hope!

How to encourage reading

Blessed is a world that sings

Posted on July 22, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Sorry it’s been so long without a Word Nerd post! I’ve been busy with the chaos of child number 3 graduating from high school and prepping for colle...

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Decoding how to keep score in tennis

Posted on June 10, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Since my son loves tennis, I'm trying to figure it out. But the scoring system doesn't make it easy! Here's some background info to help.

Improving vocabulary

What you need to know about “Replacement Theory”

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Here's what you need to know about replacement theory after the shooting in Buffalo.

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What you need to know about The Bluest Eye

Posted on May 6, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

The Bluest Eye is being targeted more often these days in schools and libraries. Learn more about this book.

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Meet the Word Nerd

I believe in the power of words, and I like helping people find interesting and inspiring words to read. Follow me for tips on grammar, word etymology, what books to read, and more. Member SCBWI.

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