Friday, April 20th, 2012
by Suzonne Stirling
I've looked at a lot of craft books over the years. Most are decent, with a smattering of projects I'd like to try. But then there are the few craft books that are so lovely to look at, so inspired, that it takes a while before I'm even willing...
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Wednesday, February 29th, 2012
by Christina Tynan-Wood
Audio Books from any Device I like to listen to audio books while I’m cleaning the house or doing mindless tasks like folding laundry or filing. I especially like to listen while walking. A good book engages my mind so that – before I know it – the laundry is folded, the house is clean, I’ve walked five...
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Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012
by familycircle
Since car rides can equal torture for tweens forced to be a captive radio audience, why not let them listen to a program that’s both educational and entertaining?
The Backseat Book Club, a new segment on NPR’s All Things Considered, is an interactive reading program geared towards kids ages 9 to 14, that celebrates...
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Thursday, December 15th, 2011
by Regina Ragone
Need Some Inspiration? As festive as this time of year is I think a lot of us feel tired and maybe even a little blue. Let's face it we are all doing too much and could use a boost! So it was a wonderful surprise when my friend Rebecca told me she was one of the women interviewed for In Conversation with Exceptional...
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Thursday, October 20th, 2011
by MomsterDarcy
What You Should Be Reading for Teen Read Week Admittedly, trying to get your kid excited about
Teen Read Week may not be at the top of your list. After all, who needs another reason to get an eye roll. But here's the deal--I spend a lot of my so-called free time reading middle grade and YA novels. And there are so many great ones out there that if you are...
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