Category: Young Readers

Literacy Through Music & Poetry

by J.M. Northup, posted in FEATURE, Literacy, Music-related Writing, Non-Fiction & Educational, Poetry, Young Readers

You can find the #DidYouKnow blog series here: www.nornstriad.com and www.jmnorthup.com Did you know that music and poetry have walked hand-in-hand throughout time? Perhaps if you consider the minstrel it will be more evident. Did you know that rhythm in language helps develop readers? That's right - it is an important part of literacy. In antiquity, poetry (which was the popular … Continue reading Literacy Through Music & Poetry

My Review of A Dazzling Birthday! (Butterbean’s Cafe)

by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Collection, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, FEATURE, Middle Grade Lit, Young Readers

A Dazzling Birthday! by Courtney Carbone My rating: 5 of 5 stars * Cute Gift For A Young Reader's Birthday *This show is entertaining for all ages. It has great lessons and good morals, which appeal to my husband & me, our grandkids, and their parents. That is three generations of people who can all … Continue reading My Review of A Dazzling Birthday! (Butterbean’s Cafe)

Happy Hanukkah / Festival of Lights

by J.M. Northup, posted in Children's Book, FEATURE, Holidays & Observances, Middle Grade Lit, Young Readers

Peace & Blessings to all! LEARN MORE Hanukkah Books For Kids The holiday season is at hand and cheer is in the air! One family event being celebrated is Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, Chanukah, or Chanuka. This is a wonderful Jewish religious holiday that lasts for eight days. Learn more here: … Continue reading Happy Hanukkah / Festival of Lights