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
Category: Non-Fiction & Educational
The Debut From Jen Nash
The Big Power of Tiny Connections: How Small Interactions Spark Awesome Outcomes The stunning debut book from Executive Coach and Corporate Trainer, Jen Nash Published by Big Shift Press and available in hardcover, paperback and e-book format This book is a Must-Read for anyone who wants a Bigger Life. Using amazing true-life stories and scientific … Continue reading The Debut From Jen Nash
IT’S NATIONAL BLOOD DONOR MONTH, READERS!
https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-blood-donor-month-january/ We've all come to understand how important the gift of blood donation is for saving lives. I won't harp on the topic nor spew statistic. Instead, I will share some interesting history related to today's celebration as well as some great books you might enjoy reading. DID YOU KNOW – KARL LANDSTEINERThe Man Who Discovered … Continue reading IT’S NATIONAL BLOOD DONOR MONTH, READERS!
Braille Literacy – Celebrate Reading
https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-braille-literacy-month-january/ Braille... it isn't a language, but a reading system that generally involves the use of both hands. Think about that for a moment. Writing is a way of representing language while braille is tool for allow visually impaired to read the written word. Is that as profound to you as it is to me? … Continue reading Braille Literacy – Celebrate Reading
Trivia – Old or New?
https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-trivia-day-january-4/ January 4th is National Trivia Day. As a nerdy girl who loves the useless bits of facts and history that IS trivia, I really appreciate today's celebration. It is well known that the content is useless data - more culturally and emotionally significant than anything else because it is a way to bind us … Continue reading Trivia – Old or New?
