How to Build a Fire: And Other Handy Things Your Grandfather Knew
This book contains over 100 how-tos from the practical to the personal that will save you money, grow your confidence, make your life easier and help you have fun.
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Selecting Books For Reluctant Readers
Some children take to reading easily. If you have a reluctant reader in the family, selecting books that fit can be extra challenging. Here are some tips that have worked.
Read More »How to Raise a Child Who Loves to Read
Reading Together gives a wealth of strategies, book titles, and conversation topics to help children find what to read, and then how to find meaning and pleasure in their reading.
Read More »Online Storytelling Resources
When I was growing up, I loved listening to my grandmother’s stories. Now I’m carrying on this tradition with the benefit of modern technology.
Read More »Help Your Child Become a Lifelong Reader
Reading to different-aged children at the same time can be challenging and chaotic. Author Pam Allyn says that’s all part of the process of helping your family become closer.
Read More »The Value of a Picture Book: 3 Life-Lessons Your Child Gets From Stories
Reading picture books to children helps cultivate their empathy, teaches them a sense of community, and allows them to flex their imaginative muscles.
Read More »Reporting for Doodie: A Grandma’s Tour of Duty
J.L. (Judy) Smith became the sole caregiver for her three-year old grandson, Marcus, when his mom and dad were both deployed in the U.S. Military. Smith’s tour of “doodie” was six months, one week, three days, and seven hours long. Reporting for Doodie is her humorous, honest, poignant, and irreverent account of that period.
Read More »Reading Aloud to Your Child
Reading aloud regularly to a child from infancy is the most important factor in building a foundation for enjoyment and success in reading.
Read More »The Art of Grandparenting is Available Now
The Art of Grandparenting, a new anthology written by 20 professional authors who are also grandparents, offers tips and advice to new grandparents.
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