Hello Book Bums families! This week Dr. Christy shares the story of a thank you she received from a student. We want to say thank you to all teachers who are working so diligently each day to help students build new skills and gain knowledge and experiences. We see you working hard and we appreciate […]
Hello Book Bums families! This week in the newsletter we are sharing behind-the-scenes information from what makes Book Bums’ literacy lessons so successful, to why paragraphs are indented, to why teachers should wear comfortable shoes. You’ll also find your favorite features including book recommendations, a simple grammar tip, and fun etymology. Read on and enjoy! […]
Hello Book Bums families! October is here which means baseball playoffs and spooky season have arrived. We have book suggestions for both this week. And if you’re already wishing for Christmas, Dr. Christy has ideas for you too. Enjoy this week’s newsletter! Bookbums.com is an Amazon Associate; We earn from qualifying purchases. This means that […]
Hello Book Bums families! As we get into fall here are a few jokes and riddles you can share in your family during a car ride or around the dinner table. If money really did grow on trees, what would be everyone’s favorite season? Fall What asks but never answers? An owl Who helps the […]
Hello Book Bums families! This week in the newsletter we enjoy some word nerdiness, share great books, and learn fun facts about history and Dolly Parton! There’s truly something for everyone. Read on and enjoy. “Books are a uniquely portable magic.” -Stephen King Bookbums.com is an Amazon Associate; We earn from qualifying purchases. This means […]
Hello Book Bums families! Did you know that generally only Americans call this season fall? The word came into fashion when English poets wrote about falling leaves. Colonists brought the idea of fall with them and the change stuck in this country, while in England they still call it autumn. Whatever you call it, we […]
Hello Book Bums families! This week in the newsletter we are focused on school skills. Dr. Christy shares the dos and don’ts of parent/teacher conferences, tips for spelling tests, grammar for grown-ups, and a trio of books on building good habits. If there’s something you’d like to see in an upcoming newsletter, let us know […]
Hello Book Bums families! Welcome September! Here in Cincinnati we’ve been enjoying some cooler weather that has us thinking about fall. This week in the newsletter we share autumnal events celebrating apples, pumpkins, and literacy too. Read all the way to the end for a great handwriting workshop offer from Book Bums. Bookbums.com is an […]
Hello Book Bums families! Language is all around us, on advertisements, street signs, and restaurant menus. We love to pay attention to the words and turns of phrase we encounter out in the world to enrich our reading and writing. If you’re a sports fan, try noticing the verbs and metaphors that announcers and sports […]
Hello Book Bums families! As the school year begins, we hope our newsletter continues to be a companion and resource for you in raising great readers and writers. This week Dr. Christy shares an encouraging message for parents as well as more ideas for bringing language learning to the classroom and out in the world. […]