• Attention Audio Book Fans!

    I’m a big audio book fan. I listen on the treadmill (HELLO!! ME! Treadmill! 4 times now. It’s a start! I’m slow as molasses in the winter but I’m doin’ it!) Anyway, I listen on the treadmill, in the car, and with earphones at night to go to sleep, sitting here typing this post! I love ’em! I found Chirp. I don’t even know HOW I found Chirp. Every day they email me with a new set of deals. Some as low as .99¢ If the title or cover of the book appeals to me, I click Learn More Then I hit play sample. Now, if you are like me, you KNOW if the reader’s voice is one that will annoy the #$(*#$ out of you or not. The app is free on your phone. There are tons of books. Tons of different genres. TONS of deals and way cheaper than Audible. This isn’t a sponsored post, however, I get a coupon with every purchase, and I thought well, why not post it on here so you the Peanuts can enjoy a good book too. Then come back and tell me if you loved it or hated it?! OHMYGOSH a…

  • 6 Ways To Raise A Child Who Loves Reading

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    Raising a child who loves reading has so many benefits for our children, from purely educational benefits to mental health benefits, and gaining attributes like empathy and resilience. The characters in books can help our children to learn about differences, the world, and to inspire their imagination. If your child isn’t much of a bookworm yet, then don’t fret. These six tips will help to give them a little nudge in the right direction.  Use audiobooks Kids audiobooks are hugely versatile, whether it’s in the car, or snuggled up in your reading corner. Most popular books also come in audiobook format, including fun music, sound effects, and big picture books to reading along with. ‘The Worst Witch’ by Jill Murphy is a really great audiobook that will be sure to keep your kids good and entertained. Join Mildred Hubble on her magical adventures studying at Miss Cackle’s Academy. The stories are both magical and engaging, suitable for an age range of 7 years and up. Library trips Taking your child to the library from an early age is an amazing way to make books an essential part of their lives. Take them to activities for children in the library, help…