Tag: reading
5 Ways to Read Across America
It's the beginning of March, and you know what that means! Read Across America Day/Week/Month! In the past few years, schools have dedicated a week-long...
Top 5 Reads for MLK Day
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is a social and political icon whose life and principles have affected everyone in this country. His words led...
Summer Self-Care {June Team Corner}
Summer is here, and the fun is just beginning! Is it just us, or is the crazy a little more crazy in the summer?...
Summer 2018 RGV Library Guide
Summer 2018 is heating up, and so are the events at your local library! Rio Grande Valley Moms Blog has compiled a round-up of...
For the Love of Books
“I’m not buying you the books! The school has a library!” These words echoed from four aisles down from where I was standing...
South Texas Literacy Coalition {Non-Profit Spotlight}
The South Texas Literacy Coalition was formed nearly 10 years ago during a convening of community leaders at HESTEC that was spearheaded by Congressman...
National Library Week: 8 Ways to Help Libraries Lead
It's National Library Week! I'm so excited! First things first, National Library week is April 8th- 14th, with the theme: Libraries Lead. If you...
Dr. Seuss: Using Rhythm and Rhyme to Make Reading Fun
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! I mean, for reals, where did he come up with this stuff? His characters are crazy and the stories are...
A Non-Traditional Children’s Book List for Black History Month
February is Black History Month, and if you're like me, you automatically think of Martin Luther King Jr, Malcolm X, Civil Rights Movements and...
To the Moon and Back
To the moon and back: it's a good way to communicate the indescribable love of a parent for her child. Even if it doesn't always look that way.