Category: Literacy

#BooksForTheHoliday – It’s International Literacy Day

by J.M. Northup, posted in Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Holidays & Observances, Literacy, Series, Young Readers

LEARN MORE MORE BOOK SUGGESTIONS #DidYouKnow LITTLE GOLDEN BOOKS helped with early literacy?Click here to learn more! The United Nations Education, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) declared September 8th International Literacy Day during their 14th session in 1966. However, it wasn't until 1967 before it was first celebrated. The purpose of this observances is meant to promote literacy in order to … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – It’s International Literacy Day

#NorthupNews – Inspiring Young Readers

by J.M. Northup, posted in Children's Book, Literacy, Women Writers, Young Readers

I had a feature, called Julie’s Jewels, on Norns Triad Publications’ blog. I used it to share tidbits about my life, which I tied into book suggestions (because you know I love books). I thought it might be fun to do something similar here. Hence, the birth of this series, #NorthupNews. The cool thing is that my … Continue reading #NorthupNews – Inspiring Young Readers

#BooksForTheHoliday – Family Literacy Day is on November 1st

by J.M. Northup, posted in Holidays & Observances, Literacy

LEARN MORE November is a time for family, histories, and sharing. It is a time for family stories and for family literacy. Traditionally, it's the season when the cold moves in and winter takes hold. People snuggle up together with oral storytelling to pass the time and connect the community. What are family stories? Tales … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – Family Literacy Day is on November 1st

#NorthupNews – Teddy Loses His Ears

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Crafts, Hobbies & Home, Literacy, Middle Grade Lit, Non-Fiction & Educational, Women Writers, Young Readers

I had a feature, called Julie’s Jewels, on Norns Triad Publications’ blog. I used it to share tidbits about my life, which I tied into book suggestions (because you know I love books). I thought it might be fun to do something similar here. Hence, the birth of this series, #NorthupNews. The cool thing is that my … Continue reading #NorthupNews – Teddy Loses His Ears

#BooksForTheHoliday – Today is National Book Lovers Day

by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Holidays & Observances, Literacy

Learn more about NATIONAL BOOK LOVERS DAY from nationaldaycalendar.com READ: National Book Lovers Day – Aug 9th from 2020 to find MORE BOOK SUGGESTIONS I don't need a reason to love books nor want to read. For me, everyday is book lovers day. My mom was an avid reader. I admired her ability as mine … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – Today is National Book Lovers Day