Hello Book Bums families! It’s still hot outside, but at Book Bums we are starting to think back-to-school thoughts. This week in the newsletter Dr. Christy reflects on running and perseverance. We also share several new book recommendations and our poem of the month. Bookbums.com is an Amazon Associate; We earn from qualifying purchases. This […]
Hello Book Bums families! Have you ever used a song to help you study or remember something? From the alphabet song to Schoolhouse Rock, educators have long known that songs can help students learn and remember in a special way. This week in the newsletter we are thinking about the power of music to create […]
Hello Book Bums families! We hope you are enjoying your summer so far and finding time for many enriching experiences. This week in the newsletter we’re sharing book club ideas and writing activities to keep your kids enjoying books all summer long. We’re also feeling inspired by E.B. White; read on for three quotes from […]
Hello Book Bums families! This week in the newsletter Dr. Christy breaks down the Science of Reading. We share a patriotic book recommendation and wonder about number words. We wish you a safe and festive Fourth of July Weekend! Fun facts about July: 1. Many countries celebrate their independence during July including Canada, Belgium, France, […]
Hello Book Bums families! This week in the newsletter we are thinking about light. Enjoy ideas for reading, crafting, and enjoying the lights in your life. Simplify, slow down, be kind. And don’t forget to have art in your life – music, paintings, theater, dance, and sunsets. -Eric Carle Bookbums.com is an Amazon Associate; We […]
Hello Book Bums families! The hot weather this week is the perfect excuse to stay inside with a good book. We hope your family has been enjoying some reading time together. This week in the newsletter we have book recommendations, cool facts about words, and some ideas for making summertime easier. We love to hear […]
Hello Book Bums families! Is your family traveling this summer? Airports, road signs, and rest stops are great places to look for words. Younger kids can take the alphabet challenge, looking for letters until they find them all from A to Z. Staying local? Challenge your kids to find new words at the zoo, the […]
Hello Book Bums families! This week we’re thinking about young entrepreneurs. Whether you have a budding businessperson in your household or you just want to read about one, we have ideas. We’re also wondering about words and food. From doughnuts to melons, we’ve got snack time covered. Enjoy! “Let the wild rumpus start!” – Maurice […]
Hello Book Bums families! Happy Summer! We wish you a season of rest, fun, and new experiences! This week in the newsletter we’re thinking about enriching experiences, growing skills, and of course – books. Read on for lots of summer ideas. And remember, you can always get in touch by responding to this email. We […]
Hello Book Bums families! We’re sharing even more book recommendations this week, along with tips from Dr. Christy for reading and writing through the summer. Don’t miss a great opportunity for the Book Bums community to participate and serve our local community in the Faith Alliance Summer Literacy Program. Keep reading for all the details! […]