Hello Book Bums families! We hope you’ll bear with us as we get excited about bears this week. Dr. Christy shares all her bear-related plans and activities for her family’s Gatlinburg trip; and, of course, we share what you need to know about those confusing bear homophones. Read on and enjoy! Bookbums.com is an Amazon […]
Hello Book Bums families! Happy Independence Day! We hope you are staying cool and safe in the heat and are enjoying the holiday. This week in the newsletter we offer some grammar tips for the Fourth, share an idea for family fun, and ask for your help with a new Book Bums sign. Read on […]
Hello Book Bums families! This week in the newsletter we’re thinking about change. Dr. Christy shares some throwback photos and reflects on what has changed and what hasn’t. We also wonder about how modern life is changing our attention spans. You’ll also find the book recommendations, word nerdiness, and literacy ideas you love. Read on […]
Hello Book Bums families! This week in the newsletter we share a book we love and one we really don’t, but we keep thinking about both of them. We also have a video of Dr. Christy herself coaching a student through a lesson as well as advice for inspiring your young learner. We hope you […]
Hello Book Bums families! We hope your summer is off to a good start. This week in the newsletter we have some literary and practical tips for dealing with that summer pest, poison ivy. We also share a simple idea for noticing simple pleasures of the season. You’ll also find all of our regular features. […]
Hello Book Bums families! Did you see the recent stories about the Scripps Spelling Bee champion? You can read about the spell-off here. This week in the newsletter, Dr. Christy shares her tips for spelling well. We also have 88 book recommendations to see you through summer. Do you have a favorite that’s not on our list? […]
Hello Book Bums families! This week in the newsletter we are lifting up libraries. Our local libraries have more to offer than you may imagine, and we are sharing it with you. It’s also fun to read books set in or about libraries. The New York Public Library shared these two lists of picture books […]
Hello Book Bums families! Do you tend to read more fiction or nonfiction? This week in the newsletter we think about the benefits and challenges of both for students. We also consider the meaning of Memorial Day, and Dr. Christy issues a shopping challenge! Read on and enjoy. Bookbums.com is an Amazon Associate; We earn […]
Hello Book Bums families! Have you ever searched for just the right word to express what you mean? This week’s newsletter aims to refresh your vocabulary with some specialized words to help you describe and communicate precisely. We also share a fun, summer book recommendation and ideas for treasuring the little things this summer. Read […]
Hello Book Bums families! Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms and people who love like moms in our community. This week in the newsletter we’re sharing ideas moms will enjoy. We have celebration ideas that are more than brunch; Dr. Christy’s tips for decorating in the Book Bums style; and a reminder that reading […]