Hello Book Bums families! Did you know? November’s flower is the chrysanthemum. November 19 is Play Monopoly Day. November is the final month of the year with thirty days. The month of November is never mentioned in the work of Shakespeare, one of only three months the Bard never mentions. Bookbums.com is an Amazon Associate; […]
Hello Book Bums families! Though we are all for staying in your lane, we simply must be practical, here. If you’re reading this newsletter on Friday, November 8, you should know that we have twenty days until Thanksgiving and forty-six days until Christmas Eve. Holy smokes! If you’re doing any hosting for either of these events—or […]
Hello Book Bums families! November has arrived, and this week in the newsletter we have several book recommendations for the month. Dr. Christy also shares lessons on the letter e and the growth of a writer. As this month of gratitude begins, we are grateful for all of you who are part of the Book […]
Hello Book Bums families! Happy October! All this month in the newsletter we’ll be sharing ideas related to tricks and treats. This week we have a treat idea along with a book recommendation, family-friendly riddles, and the insights and tips about language and reading you count on Book Bums to provide. Happy reading! Bookbums.com is […]
Hello Book Bums families! We always say that at Book Bums we make learning to read fun, but remember there is real research and science behind what we do. This week in the newsletter, Dr. Christy shares her teacher notes about a great family read-aloud book to help you make the most of your reading […]
Hello Book Bums families! This week in the newsletter we’re leaning into all the things we love best: family read alouds, novels with great word play, and building vocabulary. We also have some fun, spooky Book Bums news to share. So get reading! Bookbums.com is an Amazon Associate; We earn from qualifying purchases. This means […]
Hello Book Bums families! Has your family tried any of last week’s games to help build executive function skills? This week in the newsletter we share some more games to help your kiddos build reading skills while you’re in the car. You’ll also find a great book series recommendation, some Civics challenges, and of course, […]
Hello Book Bums families! We hope you’re getting in the swing of the new school year. Our newsletter this week is full of family activities from growing executive function skills through games to starting a family newspaper to getting outside with some poetry. As always, we aim to give you the tools to support your […]
Hello Book Bums families! Did you ever notice that the sept root in September means seven even though September is our ninth month? In the Ancient Roman calendar there were only ten months, and September was seventh as its name indicates. When new calendars came into use they added January and February, so September got […]
Hello Book Bums families! This week in the newsletter we’re making connections. Read on for an author connected to Cincinnati, connected book recs, book to movie adaptations, and most importantly, ways to connect with Book Bums to make learning meaningful and fun. Bookbums.com is an Amazon Associate; We earn from qualifying purchases. This means that […]