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Here are 8 books perfect for your summer reading

Posted on July 21, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

What books will you take on vacation? Or to the back porch? I have a few summer reading suggestions for you!

How to encourage reading

How to complete a summer reading challenge

Posted on June 26, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Want to do more reading this summer - especially since we're still kinda in quarantine? My guest shares some interesting reading challenges.

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

Summer Reading Suggestions

Posted on July 5, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

Some great reading suggestions for the pool, the beach, or the hammock.

Awesome Young Adult Books/Book reviews/How to encourage reading

Perfect Summer Reads!

Posted on June 3, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 9 Comments

A great summer book is smart, entertaining, and not too demanding. Here are some ideas for you...

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Mindware: Activities to Stimulate Your Brain

Posted on July 3, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Just because it's summer, doesn't mean that kids can't use their brains. I've got suggestions for some cool books, puzzles, and games from one of my favorite s...

How to encourage reading

Why You Should Keep a List of Books You’ve Read

Posted on August 22, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 17 Comments

Hey word nerds, do you have a list of all the books you've ever read? I explain why it's a good idea to have one and how to set it up.

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