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About the Book Book: A Sprinkle in TimeAuthor: Dana MentinkGenre: Cozy mystery (general market)Release date: May 24, 2022It’s Alpenfest in Upper Sprocket! Yodelers are congregating in the square, tourists flocking to the town, and Trinidad Jones is scooping up some fall flavors at her Shimmy and Shake Shop.The cherry on the sundae is her upcoming feature in Go West magazine. She’s determined to serve up the perfect interview, but it won’t be easy, thanks in part to her meddling Cuban grandfather Papa Luis who has decided to make Sprocket his home for the foreseeable future. Papa Luis has set himself up as a taxi driver in...

Since as far back as we can remember (which is to say, since the first kid was born), we've started our days with a little bit of reading together time. Now that they're teens, I see no reason to stop this tradition. We just change the book selections!Seriously though, your teen might grumble that it's not cool to read together with his little siblings and his mom, but inside, he's truly loving

One of the most important things you can teach your kids is how to use logic and critical thinking as they evaluate and research the information they are exposed to. With the proliferation of questionable social media content, the rise of clickbait mis- and disinformation-riddled videos, and the sheer overwhelming amount and accessibility of information–true, false, and everything in between!–, it is vitally important that we learn and practice skills in analyzing and evaluating the quality of the information we absorb. Now more than ever, students should learn early how to find credible information, think critically about what they’re shown,...

In the last few years, I've noticed a trend on Instagram. My feed has been flooded with wonderfully curated pictures of poetry tea times and book adventure clubs hosted by area libraries, homeschool co-ops, or even just individual families. These posts usually start with some kind of convincing preamble like, "Do you have a child who doesn't like reading? Wanna get them hooked? All you have to do is host a monthly book experience to encourage even the most reluctant of readers to keep turning pages."I applaud those who host over-the-top book-ish gatherings complete with games, snacks, and crafts that coordinate...

If you believe your child might be dyslexic, this book is an empowering introduction to the topic. The author gently walks you through the steps required to get your child diagnosed. He helps you figure out how to get the accommodations your diagnosed child needs in the classroom. Ultimately, this book helps dyslexic people to feel proud of their diagnosis. By becoming comfortable integrating dyslexia into their sense of identity, they will be better able to take charge of their education and future. The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan Details Title: The Dyslexia Empowerment PlanAuthor: Ben FossPublication Year: 2013Website: https://benfoss.com/Amazon Product Page...