Hello Book Bums families! Happy summertime! This week in the newsletter we offer lots of ideas to get you and your kiddos outside for some summer fun. From engineering projects to a creeking scavenger hunt to city trucks, there’s something for everyone. We also share lots of titles to keep your kids reading as they […]
Hello Book Bums families! Happy June! Whether you are hitting the road for a summer adventure, enjoying your own backyard with your favorite kiddos, or relaxing by the pool with a book, we hope your summer is off to a great start! Enjoy this week’s newsletter. Bookbums.com is an Amazon Associate; We earn from qualifying […]
Hello Book Bums families! Summer is almost here, and we are turning our attention to some wonderful ways to spend the summer days. Of course that includes reading, so we’re recommending some compelling historical fiction to add to your family’s reading pile. We also share the scoop on Book Bums’ summer workshops and some volunteer […]
Hello Book Bums families! March certainly seems to be coming in like a lamb rather than a lion, and we hope you are enjoying the springy weather. This week in the newsletter Dr. Christy shares a fabulous, recent, audio book experience as well as some recipes. We’re also digging into laughter and grammar that makes […]
Hello Book Bums families! Do you have a great storyteller in your family? Is there someone who always has a tale of family history to share at holiday gatherings? Today we are thinking about those storytellers and the tales that are passed down in families and cultures. From “Once upon a time” to “happily ever […]
Hello Book Bums families! The new year is almost upon us. Here at Book Bums we are excited to be with you for another year exploring language and books and doing all we can to help you raise great readers and writers! This week in the newsletter we share some inspiration – books, resolutions, quotes, […]
Hello Book Bums families! Our Christmas wish for you and yours . . . Bookbums.com is an Amazon Associate; We earn from qualifying purchases. This means that if you click on a link to Amazon.com and make a purchase, We may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We do recommend the […]
Hello Book Bums families! Can you believe it’s the middle of December? In the midst of busy holiday preparations, we are slowing down this week to focus on the joy of sharing a story with a child, beautiful language and music, and the wonder of the stars. This edition of the newsletter offers several links […]
Hello Book Bums families! Have you ever had the experience of reading a book that makes you curious about something, so you look it up and get curious about something else? That’s sort of what happened with us this week. We started out exploring the Christmas tradition of poinsettias and ended up learning about Saint […]
Hello Book Bums families! As the brisk wind blows away the remaining leaves and snow shows up in the forecast, you may take extra joy in spotting a red cardinal this winter. Some people believe cardinals are a sign of hope; some just enjoy their burst of color on a gray day. Dr. Christy shares […]