Sensational Saturday - it is sensational to read a book that is good for you and your kids.

Over the course of the last few weeks, the Sensational Saturday articles have focused on older books that are good for you. We have looked at the non-religious inspirational aspects of the Bible,   Malcolm Gladwell's Outliers for its…

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Celebrity Gossip – WONDERWALL – Mindless Entertainment Consumption In 5 Minutes Or Less

Did I really just spend 5 minutes going through a Q&A about celebrities regarding whether each couple would last or not? YES. Am I embarrassed to admit it? YES. Why am I writing about it? I DON’T KNOW!…

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Are you looking for a great read before summer comes to a screeching halt?  If you are like me and you like reading great fiction based on true events, I suggest you read Sunstruck by  award winning author, Mayra Calvani.    I read and reviewed Sunstruck .  You can read my review…

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     I have always been a reader.  I can not remember a time that I didn't love books and magazines.  When I was little, my grandmother always subscribed to magazines like Vogue, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, Ebony and Jet.  I spent countless hours flipping through those magazines as a child.  My grandmother got a kick out of me sitting in her living room reading the Los Angeles Times newspaper when I was about 9 years old.  When I was totally engrossed in a book and it was time for bed, I…

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As you know, I've taken on reading as a part-time job.  My consumption of night time television comedies is at dangerously low levels because of this.  I actually missed "The Big Bang Theory" last week because of my reading! The humanity!

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Move your kids into the digital age. Win a new Bob Books App! http://dld.bz/akQAW #kids #parents #homeschool…

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Questions to Help a Beginning Reader Fix Mistakes While Reading

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As a mom and Preschool teacher, I really wanted to teach my children to read at a young age so they would have a head start in school.



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I'm a first time mom. I had Addison on March 17, 2009, and as the 1 year mark approaches there is only one question I have for myself: "Where did the year go?" I've learned so many things about myself and my husband. Every day brought something new and exciting along with stress and worries. So here are 12 things I’ve learned in the first 12 months as a new mom.…

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I've created a blog with teaching tips and many free resources to help you teach your child to read and learn letters. Check out my blog or my google group . Click on the words to visit.

Happy 2010 everyone!!! Boy did 2009 pass quickly??? It sure did. I miss blogging on all my ning networks. It sure is a great way to network. I hope you all had a great Christmas and New Years. We sure did. Most of my immediate family was sick, but that didn't stop us from celebrating.



I'm also investing time with my new business barefoot books. I have 2 girls in elementary school, and they love to read. They also love to be read to. So I bought these beautiful books. They are simple… Continue

I have a dream.



That kids all over the world, with wondering eyes and eager grins, will listen to stories being read aloud. Some will have Dad to read them a bedtime story. Some will be at Momma's knee, listening while she tries to read and sew by candlelight. Others will be grouped around their teacher, gazing at a picture book while they imagine themselves flying with dragons, and standing up to bullies.



Because these kids are read to, they will have better language… Continue