Hello Book Bums families! This week in the newsletter Dr. Christy shares a report from the Book Bums Summer Fun program as well as spelling tips and a great book recommendation as you start to think about back to school season. We love our Book Bums community. Thanks for all you do to raise great […]
Hello Book Bums families! We hope this finds you soaking up summer. This week in the newsletter we share a book about the Super Soaker as well as a recipe, a summer poem, and more of Dr. Christy’s picks from her bookstore shopping. What are you up to this summer? Respond to this email to […]
Hello Book Bums families! Happy Independence Day! Whether you are heading out into nature or staying cool inside with a book, we have you covered in this week’s newsletter. We hope you enjoy your holiday weekend! Bookbums.com is an Amazon Associate; We earn from qualifying purchases. This means that if you click on a link […]
Hello Book Bums families! This week in the newsletter we’re thinking about book worms. We have recommendations for a summer reading series and award-winning titles as well as a rock painting challenge. Dr. Christy also shares plans and resources to host your own hands-on, literary, nature workshop at home – all about worms! Read on […]
Hello Book Bums families! ‘This week in the newsletter we’re exploring America. From historical fiction set in 19th century Maryland to a literary article from the Smithsonian to a spelling lesson in a National Park – there’s something for everyone. Dr. Christy also shares some simple questions you can use to check your child’s reading […]
Hello Book Bums families! We hope you have been enjoying your summer so far! This week in the newsletter we get excited about that summer friend, the firefly. We’re sharing books, crafts, and poetry about this luminous insect. Of course, you’ll also find your favorite regular features. Read on and enjoy! Bookbums.com is an Amazon […]
Hello Book Bums families! ‘Tis the season for summer reading guides full of literary possibilities to carry with you to the beach, park, or porch swing. This one from Goodreads is unusual for organizing its recommendations by destination. Find books set on boats or trains, in the mountains or by a lake. What are you […]
Hello Book Bums families! Happy Summer! If you are looking for fun and enrichment for your kids this summer, look no further. This week in the newsletter we have suggestions from incorporating math into snack time to family letter writing. We share poems about baseball, nostalgic music, and your chance to help us build a […]
Hello Book Bums families! Did you ever notice how many expressions use the word hand? You can lend a hand to a neighbor. Money might change hands in a store. A situation can get out of hand. You might have popsicles on hand or feel that your hands are tied in a difficult decision. This […]
Hello Book Bums families! Summer break is almost here! We hope you’re cruising through these final days of the school year. This week in the newsletter we’ve got our mind on summer. Dr. Christy shares how one of the best ways to grow your young reader is to get out in the world and have […]