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Let the Learning Begin… Non-Fiction Picture Books for Young Children

Posted on March 28, 2026 by Rita K.

The Children’s section of the library is rich in non-fiction books for youngsters of all ages. In my many years as a mother, grandmother and teacher, I’ve often searched the stacks for quality non-fiction with the goal of introducing or … Continue reading →

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Check Out These Awesome Picture Books

Posted on March 20, 2026 by Rita K.

In the previous post, I shared a smattering of the perks of reading picture books to your child. Truth be told, the appeal of picture books is not limited to young children. That’s part of their value. Often, picture books … Continue reading →

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Positive Impact of Rhyming Picture Books

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Rita K.

My great, great niece, Nora, turned one on March 7th. Like many young couples, her parents, Emma and Joe, prepared to be the best parents ever. That included a commitment to read to Nora every day and when we were … Continue reading →

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Hello, Again

Posted on March 14, 2026 by Rita K.

Hello, Friends! I’m excited to return to blogging and hope my posts support you as you share the beauty and benefits of reading with children. As a friend of mine likes to say, “Life’s been Lifey,” over the past few … Continue reading →

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Audible Books for Summer Travel

Posted on July 4, 2025 by Rita K.

As the biggest holiday of the summer arrives, I’m sure many of you are traveling with the kids in tow. That’s great, but we all know that multiple children packed into the family car is not always the fun we … Continue reading →

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Summer Reading Strategies: Part 5 – Fluency Fun for More Than One

Posted on June 30, 2025 by Rita K.

How well I remember searching for ways to keep the kids entertained and happy during those long summer days. No parent wants to see their child lounging around watching TV or playing video games for long periods of time. On … Continue reading →

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Summer Reading Strategies Series: Part 3 Fun Ways to Boost Fluency

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Rita K.

Simply because a child can read the words accurately, does not mean they are a fluent reader. Ever try to pour cottage cheese into a cup? It moves slowly, it sticks, it requires you to push it along. Conversely, pouring … Continue reading →

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Summer Reading Strategies: Part 2 Embrace the Power of Picture Books

Posted on June 8, 2025 by Rita K.

Summertime and the reading is easy” or can be if you establish a read-aloud routine. A vacation from after-school activities and homework offers the gift of time. Lazy days on the beach, family evenings in the backyard, later bedtimes and … Continue reading →

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Summer Reading Strategies Series #1: Independent Reading Plan

Posted on June 4, 2025 by Rita K.

Well, it finally feels like summer. Of course it the helps that as I write, I’m sitting by the bay enjoying a lovely respite from the cold, damp month of May we experienced. Many children have ended the school year, … Continue reading →

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Knowledge is Power

Posted on May 24, 2025 by Rita K.

Sorry for the gap in blog posts, but Spring literally blew in and with it a flurry of activities and commitments that left little time in my schedule. As baseball games, recitals, honor awards and graduations for our grandkids subside … Continue reading →

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