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 […]
Hello Book Bums families! Happy Mother’s Day to all our Book Bums’ families! This week in the newsletter we’re zooming in… on the books we read and the world around us. Read on for ideas on how to spell well, have fun with book characters, and notice detail and beauty in nature. You don’t want […]
Hello Book Bums families! Happy May! We hope you and your families are enjoying spring. This week in the newsletter we have ideas for making the season more colorful. We also have some inspiration for teachers in the home stretch of the school year and, as always, some nerdy word knowledge to share. You can […]
Hello Book Bums families! This week in the newsletter we are thinking about getting outside and into nature. We share books and poetry about animals and hiking tips for local trails. We also offer a simple way to encourage your child to grow their observational and storytelling skills. Read to the end for Book Bums’ […]
Hello Book Bums families! This week in the newsletter we’re thinking about the big picture of what we do, from the educational principles that guide us, to the joy of reading with a child, to preparing your students for test day. We also share a poem to inspire you this week. Read on and enjoy! […]