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Improving vocabulary

Learn more about graduation traditions, especially that silly hat

Posted on May 17, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

Learn more about graduation traditions including the mortar board (that's the funny square hat) and "Pomp & Circumstance"

Improving vocabulary

Inspiration via a new word this holiday weekend: eudemonia

Posted on March 29, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Know what eudemonia means? An interesting word to contemplate during Holy Week, and if you are interested in happiness.

Graphic: What's up with Leap Year
Improving vocabulary/Words and Technology

What Word Nerds need to know about Leap Year

Posted on February 29, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Getting nerdy about the origins of Leap Year. Turns out science, politics, and religion all played a role! Yikes!

Improving vocabulary

Vocabulary to kick off the new year!

Posted on January 12, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

A few words to keep you sharp and savvy in the New Year

Featured Word Nerd Word: Palimpsest
Improving vocabulary

Fly your nerd flag with a fun word: palimpsest

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Not only is palimpsest fun to say, it has a very interesting meaning. Learn a new word and show it off this weekend!

Improving vocabulary/Who I Am

Why you should try the new Connections game from the NYT

Posted on October 13, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Hey Word Nerds! The fun new Connections game offers new ways to challenge your language skills.

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