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Popular Series and Posts
Things Good Readers Do Series
Whether you’re a parent, an educator, or a reader yourself, find guidance on how to improve your reading life and that of the littles around you.
7 Inspiring Missionary Stories
One of my more popular posts, I offer seven of my favorite and most meaningful real life stories of those who have braved all kinds of situations for the sake of others.
Wholesome Books for Preteens
This series is my newest, and is still in progress. In this series, I offer plenty of ideas across genres for books that will be wholesome and enjoyable for preteens – especially those who aren’t quite ready for “young adult” books with all of their romance and teenage angst.
Bookish Things
This blog mainly focuses on books, cultivating a reading life, and teaching. I’m an avid reader, and I have been teaching in elementary schools for over eight years now. I combine those loves here on my blog!
Teaching Reading
Reading is a challenging skill to learn!
You’ll find tips and suggestions for both parents and educators here.
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Latest posts
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Books for Preteens in Tough Circumstances
My fellow readers, you probably know how incredibly meaningful it can be to read a book at just the right time in your life. For me, that has happened multiple times, especially when I have… Read more
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How to Preview Books for Your Kids to Read
…when you don’t have time to read every single book that they want to read. This post is for: I’ll be talking from my perspective as a Christian, though I recognize not everyone reading this… Read more
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Reading Challenge Roundup 2026: For Kids, Teens, and Adults
For the last few years, I have posted a roundup of a few reading challenges that I can heartily recommend for the coming year, and I’ve encouraged my readers to choose some goals for their… Read more
a Look at a Book 