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IMWAYR: Several Ways to Read
There are several ways to read and last week I tried audiobooks. This week I’m hitting my NetGalley TBR list and revisiting a favorite character with a new story. On NetGalley (Thank you for the approval, Delacorte Press.): The Assignment by Lisa M. Wiemer… Continue Reading “IMWAYR: Several Ways to Read”
IMWAYR: It’s Break Time!
Summer is here! Warm weather, sunny days, and reading whatever I want. (I ALWAYS read whatever I want anyway, but this week I’m changing it up.) I finished Free Lunch by Rex Ogle — WOW! Another 5-star read — This is Rex’s own story… Continue Reading “IMWAYR: It’s Break Time!”
IMWAYR: Slowing Down for Summer
I’m slowing down this week to enjoy some summer weather. This week I finished… Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo Wow! This novel-in-verse is about two teenage girls from different places on the globe who share a father. A plane crash brings Camino… Continue Reading “IMWAYR: Slowing Down for Summer”
IMWAYR: PD Review – We Got This!
We Got This. I’m re-reading Cornelius Minor’s book to add to my anti-racist reading challenge. When I read this book the first time, I read through the lens of a teacher. Now I’m reading the book through the lens of learning to be anti-racist.… Continue Reading “IMWAYR: PD Review – We Got This!”
IMWAYR: My Anti-Racist Reading List
I spent the afternoon pondering where to start–choosing 50 books to share with friends and colleagues as I move towards anti-racism. Reading, speaking, writing…I must do better for my fellow humans. Check out my Bookshop. I will be reading these books as I move… Continue Reading “IMWAYR: My Anti-Racist Reading List”
IMWAYR: Happy Memorial Day!
To all those who fight and fought to keep us free, THANK YOU! Today I remember grandfathers, my father-in-law, uncles, cousins, and friends who serve and who served. Happy Memorial Day! Wrapping up the virtual school year, so I’ll be busy this week, but… Continue Reading “IMWAYR: Happy Memorial Day!”
IMWAYR: Professional Development Titles
Thanks to Heinemann Publishing’s fabulous Teacher Appreciation sale, I was able to add some professional development books to my library last week. Now I can share with my school friends AND add to my own learning. Thank you for your generosity, Heinemann! Read the… Continue Reading “IMWAYR: Professional Development Titles”
IMWAYR: Back on Track – Picture Books are Perfect!
I’m finally back on track. This week is Picture Book Week on Facebook Live, sponsored by Kwame Alexander and friends. I’m excited to hear all the read alouds from authors this week. Today was a lively reading by Sherri Duskey Rinker. Her new book,… Continue Reading “IMWAYR: Back on Track – Picture Books are Perfect!”
IMWAYR: Appreciation – National Poetry Month
I’m taking the time to appreciate things more this week, and celebrating National Poetry Month continues with odes and “fun” poems. Last week I finished a bunch of children’s poetry books. This week, I’ll continue to read poetry, especially Odes to Common Things by… Continue Reading “IMWAYR: Appreciation – National Poetry Month”
