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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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2023 marked the highest number of book bans yet

Posted on September 23, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Check out some concerning book ban data from 2023, as well as a review of a popular banned book, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian

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Improving vocabulary

What I find helpful to remember the meaning of ambivalence

Posted on September 13, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Here's what you need to know about the word ambivalence.

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Words and Technology

The Anxious Generation offers helpful ideas for teen mental health

Posted on September 6, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

The Anxious Generation offers explanations and suggestions for parents and educators who want to promote healthy phone use

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Three reasons why you should visit gorgeous Acadia National Park

Posted on August 24, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

I've never visited Acadia , but am so glad I did this summer. Breathtaking scenery is just one reason to go...

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Book reviews

Seven fabulous book recs from my summer reading exploits

Posted on August 16, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

I've listened to/ read several books this summer. Let me recommend some of my favorites to you...

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Improving vocabulary

Curious terms from the news you might wanna know

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

When I hear an unfamiliar phrase, I have to dig into it. This week, I have TWO! Both heard in recent news stories, and one is about women in sports!

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