While I was at the bookstore (a common occurrence), I picked up a book from the young adult section that I thought my mom might enjoy. You should know that I owe the majority of my love of reading and writing to my mother. Some of my best childhood memories revolve around her reading to…
Tag: Read the World
The Tyger
I’ve recently started reading poetry again. Sometimes I forget or overlook the simple beauty and inspiration found within its phrases. Once in a while you stumble across a poem that smacks you across the face, so to speak. And then you (or rather me) wonder how you ever did without it. It gives you a…
Reading Goals
sI’m taking a page out of my friend’s book—thanks Amy! Have you noticed how I steal ideas from your family members?—and make some reading goals. As I write this I’m not really sure where to start, so I guess I’ll begin with those things I didn’t accomplish last year (guilty face). Read Les Miserables – Yes,…
Thesis: Child Literacy: Literature Review: Part I
Here I am, ready to post the second part of my thesis to my blog. I know this is extremely thrilling for you, because nothing is quite so riveting as a dry thesis. And I understand. Let’s face it, the academic world expects a certain passive quality from professional papers. It’s stupid. So let me…
Thesis: Child Literacy: Introduction
Just a couple of weeks ago I successfully defended my thesis. After a lot of thought, I decided to explore child literacy. I’ve always had a soft spot for kids and reading. I’m that aunt who always gives books as presents. However, my graduate work is in technical communication, and I can practically hear you…
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