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    It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? 5/11/2020

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    Last Week Reading continues to be my life raft in the midst of this crazy storm. I read a lot this week but two were graphic novels, one was a novel in verse, and another was an elementary age nonfiction. Into the Tall, Tall Grass by Loriel Ryon (Middle Grade…

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    12 Picture Books to Celebrate Mother’s Day

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    Happy Mother’s Day to all the mommies out there! Today I’m sharing 12 picture books to celebrate Mother’s Day. I’m hoping that you’ll find a variety of moms and mom-adjacent people who play important roles that reflect your family in the pages of these books. Enjoy your day moms, you…

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    Celebrate Teachers – 18 Books for Teacher Appreciation

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    This week is Teacher Appreciation Week! And in my humble opinion, we should always appreciate and celebrate teachers. Now more so than ever after having to adapt to a completely different world of teaching! Like in any career, not every teacher out there is cut out to be a teacher.…

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    It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? 5/4/2020

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    Last Week I’m doing really well with my reading the past few weeks. I’ve made it a point to try and read at least a little each day and I really think it’s been wonderful for my mental health! I read four more middle grade books this week! The Queen…

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    2020 AtoZ Blogging Challenge Recap

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    In the midst of the coronavirus and the closed library, I was still able to complete the 2020 AtoZ Blogging Challenge with my theme: Books & Cooks! All 26 letters, with 26 spices (if you stretch your imagination a bit) and 26 titles! It’s been a crazy journey and I…

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    It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? 4/27/2020

    Last Week It was a rough week, work-wise and I think because of that, I threw myself into as many books as I could. I actually read a ton this week and definitely feel as though I’m in a better place because of it. I’ve said before, reading for me…

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    30 Books for 30 Days of Ramadan

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    I found this theme – 30 Books for 30 Days of Ramadan from Book Riot and loved the concept so much that I thought I’d create my own kid’s version! With Passover and Easter having already taken place this month, I know that celebrating religious holidays when you can’t be…

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    It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? 4/20/2020

    Last Week I’ll be the first to admit, I’m tired. I’m tired of COVID-19. But, I know I’m also extremely lucky and blessed, my family is healthy, I have access to the food and resources that I need, and I’ve had the opportunity to spend time with friends and family…

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    It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? 4/13/2020

    Last Week Alright, I continue moving forward with my insane TBR list and still managed to throw in a little guilty pleasure for the fun of it too! This week I read Home for Goddesses and Dogs by Leslie Connor, Owly: The Way Home by Andy Runton, and Lily to…