Book Fairies’ Post

Did you read on myON today? Select on myON to have the book read aloud. You can listen to your favorite book and then record yourself reading 😲 select from over 8,000 digital books! #readaloud

Did you know Banned Books week is coming up? This event happens annually and this year it is from September 22-28! Banned Book week takes place during the last week of September to celebrate the freedom to read and highlight the harms of censorship. Books that become “banned” or unable to be taught nationally, have been rated unacceptable based on the criteria’s such as censorship of content, context, age groups, topics, religious viewpoints, political viewpoints, use of illegal substances, or anti-family content. Some examples of banned books include the Bluest Eye, of Mice of Men, To Kill A Mockingbird, The Catcher in the Rye, 1984, and so forth. However, these books are allowed based on the state’s recommendations and in this case, as a former Rahway Public Schools student, I’ve read more than 80% of the books placed on the banned list. 🤓 Next Friday, September 28th from 1pm-4pm, catch me at the Coffee Box in the City of Rahway with the ILOVE2READ organization where I will be reading Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird. This book not only has in itricate story, but highlights the difficult conversations that happen in today’s life. I can’t wait to see you there! 📚 #Reworld #ReworldWaste #ReworldCares #BannedBooks #BannedBooksWeek2024

📚 Picture books have a beautiful way of leading us toward liberation - encouraging us to recognize another perspective, advocate for a worthy cause, or even affirm our own identity. ✏️ In this blog post, Aundrea Tabbs-Smith, a literacy advocate and educator, shares some of the guiding principles of building a liberated library. 👉 Take a peek at this beautiful blog at https://lnkd.in/grzEddth! #LiberatedLibrary #LittleFreeLibrary #MadisonWI #LiteracyMatters #NewBookFeeling

Have you visited a Little Free(dom) Library yet? Everyone has the right to read — and there’s never been a better time to support books that may be banned or challenged unfairly. Little Free(dom) Library locations all over Philadelphia help put these books in the hands that need them, with a special spotlight on banned books by Black authors and other minority voices. Even if you’re not able to make a visit, consider seeking out books like these and supporting library efforts to keep them accessible. Expanding your worldview and engaging with someone else’s story can be as simple as picking up a book (and spreading the word about the ones you love). #VisitPhiladelphia #PhiladelphiaReads #LittleFreedomLibrary #Libraries #BooksAndReading #BannedBooks 

For those of us who have been involved in independent bookselling, we *know* what an outsized impact indies have on their communities in terms of a thriving local culture of reading and creativity. So I can't tell you how truly *wonderful* it is to see this report from The Booksellers Association and Arts Council England which spells out the specific reasons why: from access to authors and school fairs, to widening inclusion and providing opportunities for people to take part. If you work in the book trade - if you are a publisher, author or anyone who cares about the impact of independent bookshops at the grass roots - I really encourage you to read the report: https://lnkd.in/gj_TjUQg

📚 Picture books have a beautiful way of leading us toward liberation - encouraging us to recognize another perspective, advocate for a worthy cause, or even affirm our own identity. ✏️ In this blog post, Aundrea Tabbs Smith, a literacy advocate and educator, shares some of the guiding principles of building a liberated library. 👉 Take a peek at this beautiful blog at https://lnkd.in/grzEddth! #LiberatedLibrary #LittleFreeLibrary #MadisonWI #LiteracyMatters #NewBookFeeling 

To paraphrase Nora Bateson, building community requires communing. Obvious, right? These days, it’s not. Remote/hybrid working means that we spend most of our time with the people who are *immediately* relevant to our projects. Everybody else is pretty much out of frame. To “commune” with them, we first need to schedule a call — something we didn’t have to do when we walked the common ground of our office buildings and ran into each other in the elevators, corridors, bathrooms, or break rooms. Isolation, my friends, is real. That’s why summer book clubs can be such a balm. Even if they happen via video conference, you’ve got three essential ingredients of community: * shared purpose; * a sincere invitation to engage; and * freedom to interpret what the book says so that your individuality (i.e. your particular interpretation) lives alongside community. Now, let’s up the ante in this, ahem, noisy political year. Say your club chooses a book about how to navigate our differences — be they ideological, religious, cultural, whatever. In that case, your experience of communing can have a meta-magic to it. The video below reveals what I mean.👇🏽 Book-clubbing is about so much more than reading. It’s about being in relationship with an environment that values curiosity: yours and everybody else’s. It's what democracy can be again. Allison Gerrard Raymond Pun George Witte Byron Echeverria Macmillan Page Two Jesse Finkelstein Muhammad Naeem (Nomi) Annabelle Mortensen Richard Kong Alison Lucio Pilar Martinez, ICD.D Roshanne Sarty Corrina Chetley-Irwin Roz Topolski Francisco SantosSilva, M.A. Karen Danylak #summer #bookclub #curiosity #communicationskills #freespeech #courageousconversations #MoralCourage

This month, let’s come together as families to explore the joy and impact of reading. 📖 At Family ACCESS, we know that reading together at home can create wonderful connections and lasting memories. Here’s how you can celebrate National Family Literacy Month this November and make reading extra special: 📖 Set aside time for reading each day: Make it a ritual to gather with a favorite book. Let each family member choose a story to share, adding a touch of everyone’s personality to the mix. 📚 Visit your local library: Make a trip to the library an outing of discovery! Enjoy finding new books, exploring different genres, and reading a few pages right there. 🎨 Bring stories to life with crafts: Add a creative spin by making simple crafts inspired by characters in your child’s favorite books. 🎬 Enjoy a movie book night: Pick a book that’s about family members' favorite movies, and read it together. You can discuss the differences between the movie and the book. Let’s use this month to encourage a love of stories and make reading a family tradition that stays with you all year long. 💙 #earlyliteracy #reading #parenting #parentingtips #literacy

As librarians one of our biggest challenges is to engage reluctant readers. From experience these readers are those who have limited exposure to reading in the early year and from modelling by adults as they grow. Libraries and parents especially have a massive role to play in this. The First 5 Forever program delivered for free in local libraries is a great way to connect with families and build that foundation. However, it is parents reading at home on a regular basis that is really important. Reading that much love story multiple time builds reading skills. #firstfiveforever #earlyliteracy #reading #libraries #librarians #growingup This is Alice age 2&1/2 reading Room on a broom to her bunnies.

📚 Celebrating World Book Day: “The Mixed-up Chameleon” by Eric Carle 📚 As we celebrate World Book Day this first Thursday of March, I’m thrilled to share a glimpse into the imaginative world of one of my twins’ favourite books: “The Mixed-up Chameleon” by Eric Carle. This beautifully illustrated story has not only captured the hearts of my children but has also imparted timeless lessons that resonate with me as an adult. At its core, “The Mixed-up Chameleon” is a vivid journey of self-discovery and acceptance. Through the adventures of a whimsical chameleon who dreams of having other animals’ qualities after visiting the zoo, we are reminded of the importance of being true to ourselves. This narrative has opened a window to numerous ideas about individuality, self-acceptance, and the beauty of our unique qualities. The chameleon’s experience has shown that it’s natural to have self-doubts and to be curious about the world beyond our own skin. It encourages us to explore and to learn—not only about ourselves but also about the rich tapestry of life that surrounds us. Yet, the most profound lesson it offers is the realisation that our true strength lies in embracing who we are and appreciating what we have. On this World Book Day, let’s celebrate the stories that have shaped our lives, taught us valuable lessons, and brought us joy. “The Mixed-up Chameleon” is a testament to the power of children’s literature to inspire and educate at any age. Here’s to the stories that remind us of the beauty of being ourselves, the courage in facing our doubts, and the joy in discovering our place in the world. Happy World Book Day! 📖💕 #WorldBookDay #EricCarle #TheMixedUpChameleon #Reading #ChildrensBooks #LifeLessons #SelfAcceptance