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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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Fun reads for a serious time

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 11 Comments

Suggesting reading to keep your spirits up during #COVID19

Improving vocabulary/Who I Am

A word for living with COVID19: RESILIENCE

Posted on March 18, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

A word of inspiration for these challenging days: resilience

definition of pandemic
Improving vocabulary

Important words to know: pandemic and social distancing

Posted on March 13, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

I had an inkling, but wanted to know for sure the meaning and etymology of this serious word.

Book reviews

Three books about strong women

Posted on March 6, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

It's Women's History Month! And here are three books about strong (fictional) women. Check 'em out!

Improving vocabulary

More teen terms you should know

Posted on February 26, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 6 Comments

Are your kids cappin' or vibin'? Not sure what that means? The Word Nerd explains. ;)

Graphic: What's up with Leap Year
Improving vocabulary

Why do we have leap years?

Posted on February 21, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Last year, I published a post explaining some of the unusual attributes of my birthday month, February. I mean, it’s short and it’s spelled funny! W...

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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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