The Origin of the Soccer Term “Nutmeg”
Do you know where the soccer term "nutmeg" comes from? No, not the kitchen. Most likely from sneaky spice traders. Come learn more with me.
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.
Why You Should Geek Your Library
What do you geek? Do you use your public library to help you? The case for geekiness and public libraries.
The Origin of “Hat Trick”
What does it mean when someone says "My kid scored a hat trick"? How did this phrase come about? The Word Nerd, and soccer mom, explains.
Why You Should Read We Were Liars
I have a love/hate relationship with the novel We Were Liars, by E Lockhart. It's very well written, but the story doesn't sit right with me. I recommend it, ...
Vocab from Phillis Wheatley: Retinue
I believe reading poetry improves vocabulary - and to prove it, I share a new word I learned from a Phillis Wheatley poem. Come learn with me!
Why You Should Subscribe to a Poem a Day
I know, you've got enough stuff coming into your inbox. But I make the case for something worth your precious time: poetry. It's National Poetry Month, after ...