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How to encourage reading

A reading quote

Posted on August 2, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

An inspirational quote for a time of long summer days and political debates

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Running Quotes to Inspire

Posted on October 31, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

Running quotes... I share some, you share some, and we can all get inspired.

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A Fun Quote for You

Posted on July 28, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

I always loved Calvin and Hobbes...

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Three Great Quotes About Education

Posted on May 29, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

I'm feeling sentimental this end of school year; here are three wonderful quotes I found about education.

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Vocab for Holy Week: Maundy Thursday

Posted on April 1, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 11 Comments

During Holy Week, many Christian churches have services on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday. Do you know what Maundy means? The Word Nerd explains.

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Favorite Quotes from Literature: Lord of the Rings

Posted on December 11, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 6 Comments

Wondrous Words Wednesday this week has a twist; I’m sharing some words from one of my favorite books, The Fellowship of the Ring, by J.R.R. Tolkien. ̶...

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