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Five fabulous Word Nerd gift ideas for 2021

Posted on December 10, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

Need gift ideas this holiday season? The Word Nerd has you covered!

How to encourage reading

What you need to know about Squid Game

Posted on October 15, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Everyone is talking about this show, so I checked it out. Too much blood for me. A full review on the blog today.

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Jason Reynolds shares wise advice about kids and books

Posted on September 24, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Get inspired by Jason Reynolds, the Ambassador for Young People's Literature who has lots of wise things to say about kids and books

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Reading nook ideas for the busy bibliophile

Posted on September 17, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Has the pandemic got you home more? Here are some fun ideas for creating your own book nook!

Awesome Young Adult Books/How to encourage reading/Recommended kid lit

Five books to improve perspective

Posted on July 1, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

Here are five great books to help you broaden your perspective on race, privilege, and how to best help other people.

books for new hobbies to try
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Hobby books to spruce up your shelves

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 6 Comments

Peruse this helpful infographic for ideas on decor, home improvement and gardening... just in time for spring!

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