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Teacher Talk: 7 Ways to Build a Library with Free or Cheap Books

September 12, 2018 by Penny 10 Comments
7 Ways to Find Free Books Cheap Books for Your Library

The research is undeniable. Reading is hugely beneficial for kids and teens. What’s more is the numerous benefits reading provides just about anyone. Additionally, if you ask most writers what makes them great at their craft, you’re likely to hear one thing over and over again: great writers are great readers. But there’s a problem. … [Read more…]

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Posted in: Teach Tagged: cheap books, classroom, classroom libraries, free books, Freecycle, libraries, secondhand, teach, teacher talk, teachers, teaching, thrifting

My Favorite Free or Frugal Summer Activities

August 6, 2018 by Penny 16 Comments

“What did you do this summer?” It’s hard to not look at that like a loaded question. And I’m not talking about all the people who seem to want me to prove that I wasn’t just lounging around eating bonbons with my fellow teachers. The truth is that I’ve always struggled with answering this question. … [Read more…]

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Posted in: Explore Tagged: forest preserves, free, free kids activities, frugal, hikes, libraries, parks, summer, summer activities, toddler

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