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October 17, 2025
October 17, 2025
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From One to One Million

Hey! Let me introduce myself. I’m one of Dolly Parton’s favorite books; I’ve been around for more than 90 years. My friends call me The Little Engine […]
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September 17, 2025
September 17, 2025
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Growing Up

Just those two words! Think about how much time, effort, imagination, and power comes with them. When we were growing up ourselves, we spent time thinking about all […]
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August 22, 2025
August 22, 2025
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When’s the BEST Time to Read?

With a new school year right around the corner, it’s a great time for your family to establish some new–and tried and true–reading routines! We know […]
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July 25, 2025
July 25, 2025
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Flashlights, Ladybug Picnics, and Reading Tents

Have you heard about the Summer Slide? No, it’s not the latest backyard toy or a new line dance! It’s the term used to describe the […]
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June 20, 2025
June 20, 2025
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What’s a Great Way to Make Summer Fun?

So, how many times do you think you’ll hear, “I’m bored. I want something to do!” Which as parents, we all know means “I want something […]
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April 25, 2025
April 25, 2025
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Stories Every Day!

Stories. What stories would you write for your own children? Would they be filled with love and adventures, happiness and security? Of course they would. But sometimes […]
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March 21, 2025
March 21, 2025
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What is Beautiful AND Messy?

Every year March reminds me about the beauty and messiness of growth! How the little things all come together to create what we need to grow. […]
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March 7, 2025
March 7, 2025
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Early Literacy Blog Roundup

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”-Dr. Seuss This week, we celebrated […]
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February 11, 2025
February 11, 2025
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Valentine’s Day and Books?

Valentine’s Day is here! It’s a day filled with hearts, cupids, and cards. We talk about how much we love and appreciate our family and friends. […]
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December 13, 2024
December 13, 2024
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The Gift of Reading

The air is cooling, and people are rushing! It’s a wonderful time of year for me to talk with you about the gift of reading. But […]
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November 29, 2024
November 29, 2024
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What Will Your Children Remember?

This time of year the leaves are turning colors, the air is cooling, and we all pause to think about what we are thankful for. I […]
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