Monthly Archives: July 2017

Be Back Soon – I Hope

Posted on July 29, 2017 by Rita K.

No blogging goimg on right now, friends, because I fell and hurt my wrist and wound up in a soft cast. Since it’s my right hand, it takes forever to type. I’ll be back blogging asap. Keep those kids reading–September … Continue reading →

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Tilling the Soil of Background Knowledge

Posted on July 17, 2017 by Rita K.

   Today, it occurred to me that I probably should have provided more information about the relationship between background knowledge and reading before sharing the blog post about “match-up books”. Sorry for putting the cart before the horse. This post … Continue reading →

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Match-up Books

Posted on July 14, 2017 by Rita K.

   Number the Stars by Lois Lowry is one of my favorite books. Not only is it an intriguing story, but it offers a wonderful opportunity to develop students’ background knowledge about World War II. Kids as young as fifth … Continue reading →

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Book Series for Grades Four to Eight

Posted on July 10, 2017 by Rita K.

Computers are great…when they work. A glitch in my WordPress  account  prevented me from posting last week. So today, take a look at some terrific book series that appeal to kids in the intermediate grades. Remember that there are two … Continue reading →

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Book Series for Kindergarten & Primary Grade Students

Posted on July 5, 2017 by Rita K.

    On Monday, I took one of my granddaughters for a birthday shopping spree. The deal was that half of the allotted money would be spent on books and the other half on toys. Shannon, my granddaughter is entering first … Continue reading →

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Lure into Literature with Book Series

Posted on July 3, 2017 by Rita K.

        In third grade, I met a new friend–a friend who would change my life! Her name was Nancy Drew. From the  time I opened the first book in this series, I was swept up into Nancy’s world … Continue reading →

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A Look Ahead…

Posted on July 1, 2017 by Rita K.

  I’m guessing that most of you can remember at least one favorite series of books that stole your heart. The right book series can spark the most reluctant reader. Monday’s post will explore the popularity and positive impact of … Continue reading →

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