Books are my favorite escape, but they have to be really, really good or I don't bother to finish them. Over the years, I've read many books and participated in several book clubs. Most of the books aren't memorable, but some of them are absolute standouts in that they teach something valuable, provide a needed laugh, or are just written so well I couldn't put them down. These 12 books are ... Read More about 12 Book Club Books for a Great Discussion in 2021
Affect vs Effect: How to Tell the Difference
You're writing an important document for work. Or maybe you're a parent writing a note to a teacher. You want to say something to the "effect of." But is it affect? Your school-age grammar lessons in the back of your mind are telling you there's a difference --affect vs. effect. But what is it? How Do You Remember Affect and Effect? Both are tricky words which take just a little bit of ... Read More about Affect vs Effect: How to Tell the Difference
Educating, A New Memoir by the Mother of Tara Westover
There are two sides to every story, and yet there can still be few answers to discern the truth. Many of us have read Educated, a memoir by Tara Westover, published by Random House. As of February 2020, it's been on the New York Times best-seller list for two years and has been translated into 45 languages. It's labeled as a memoir, a story of childhood abuse and the author's remarkable rise in ... Read More about Educating, A New Memoir by the Mother of Tara Westover
Spelling Bee Award Certificate
I love helping with our school's annual spelling bee. I think it's such an important way for kids with academic skills to be recognized. We often recognize those who play sports or artistic in some way, but the really good readers and spellers often go without recognition for their specialized skill. One way to recognize all participants or the top winners is with this free printable Spelling Bee ... Read More about Spelling Bee Award Certificate
What to Do if You’re Stuck on a Word
Many of us are homeschooling our kids part time or full time, and it's becoming more apparent when they struggle to read. So we have a great opportunity to help them when they get stuck on a word and become frustrated with reading. I've tutored children for several years, and there are several prompts you can offer to help a child figure out a word. Let's discuss them, so you can learn how to ... Read More about What to Do if You’re Stuck on a Word
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