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Tuesday, August 2, 2016 5:37:58 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled She Stood for Freedom: The Untold Story of a Civil Rights Hero:
Valarie said, "She Stood for Freedom: The Untold Story of a Civil Rights Hero by Loki Mulholland is a unique story explores the life of Joan Trumpauer Mulholland; an ordinary girl from the South who just did the right thing. The Civil Rights was an extremely..." more
Sunday, July 31, 2016 8:09:31 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Weekend Links-Olympic-themed books for Kids:
Valarie said, "With the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio just around the corner, I am seeing more and more wonderful books that help our young readers understand the importance of this athletic milestone, but also to celebrate all of the notable athletes who have left..." more
Thursday, July 28, 2016 6:50:55 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled How to Create Balanced Screen Time in your Home:
Valarie said, "Over the past few years I’ve watched the screen debate evolve as families choose between having a “screen-free” or a “screen-filled” home. In our family we’ve carefully chosen what is watched on TV, what Internet sites can be accessed,..." more
Tuesday, July 26, 2016 4:32:28 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled 14 Minecraft Books for Kids:
Valarie said, "**some of these links are affiliate links Last week we had some much fun digging into the Minecraft Lab book from John Miller and Chris Scott. So much so, I decided to roundup a Minecraft booklist just for the Minecraft fans in your life! Here..." more
Tuesday, July 26, 2016 4:32:28 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Notable Women: Author Linda Sue Park:
Valarie said, "Is summer flying by or WHAT?! Goodness, before we know it we will be reading about “first day of school” booklists! I’ve been having so much fun with my Notable Women series these last few weeks. I kicked things off American..." more
Sunday, July 24, 2016 5:48:02 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled I have proof! Dragons ARE Real!:
Valarie said, "Breaking News! Proof that Dragons are indeed REAL! Maybe this news prompted you to drop your sandwich or even roll your eyes with disbelief….but I am here to tell you; Dragons are Real! How do I know? I have proof. In fact, I have MORE than..." more
Thursday, July 21, 2016 10:02:15 PM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Weekend Links: Recaps and Round-ups of Summer Booklists:
Valarie said, "Happy Summer Solstice! Did anyone happen to see the Strawberry Moon? The “strawberry moon” is the first full moon we’ve had on Summer Solstice since 1948! It was truly spectacular. It’s hard to believe July is just around the..." more
Thursday, July 21, 2016 10:02:15 PM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled “Elementary, My Dear Watson!”:
Valarie said, "Enjoy this charming retelling of one of many Sherlock Holmes- The Hounds of Baskervilles tales, told specifically for kids! In this installment, Sherlock and his assistant, Dr. Watson, are hired to solve the curse of the The Hound of the..." more
Thursday, July 21, 2016 10:02:15 PM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Ready for Some Fiber Fun While Reading? Fiber Arts for Kids:
Valarie said, "JIAB Intern, Hannah, and I LOVE to knit. We can’t pass a yarn shop and are always looking for the next best pattern. Continuing on in our “Read to Follow Directions” series. Hannah gives us look into the new release Knit, Hook,..." more
Thursday, July 21, 2016 10:02:15 PM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Drum Dream Girl: How One Girl’s Courage Changed Music:
Valarie said, "{Guest post by Hannah Rials} Margarita Engle’s new book Drum Dream Girl: How One Girl’s Courage Changed Music is an inspiring story based on true events. And since I played drums in high school, this poem has a special place in my..." more
Thursday, July 21, 2016 10:02:15 PM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Weekend Links- Unique Ways to Keep Kids Thinking This Summer:
Valarie said, "Summer is packed with sun, fresh air and families travels, but there is also plenty of downtime as well. Here are some great activity ideas that will Keep Kids Thinking This Summer Fiber Arts for Kids: Earlier this week I did a review of an amazing..." more
Thursday, July 21, 2016 10:02:15 PM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Notable Women: Sybil Ludington Booklist (Guest Post):
Valarie said, "{guest post by Becky Flansburg} I’ll never forget when my daughter was in 3rd grade and her class was studying famous people affiliated with the American Revolutionary War. Each student was asked to pick a famous influencer from that time..." more
Thursday, July 21, 2016 10:02:15 PM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled #ReadKidsClassics: Blueberries for Sal for National Blueberry Month:
Valarie said, "The Wanderlust side of me has always wanted to go to Maine. So for this month for my #ReadKidClassics pick, I choose a beloved classic, Blueberries for Sal. I also picked this story because I love the state of Maine! In Maine the sites and scenery..." more
Thursday, July 21, 2016 10:02:15 PM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Weekend Links: Diverse Picture Books from around the World:
Valarie said, "Welcome to Weekend Links! This is my chance to share the best-of-the-best when it comes to books and booklists for young readers that I have discovered in my weekly online travels. As usual the Internet is buzzing with great facts, books and..." more
Thursday, July 21, 2016 10:02:15 PM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Notable Women- Author Pam Muñoz Ryan:
Valarie said, "I’ve been having some summer fun shining the spotlight on “notable women.” To me, notable women are women who have made a difference in this world due to their actions or talents. Last week I had fun sharing some American History..." more
Thursday, July 21, 2016 10:02:15 PM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Minecraft Lab for Kids by John Miller and Chris Fornell Scott:
Valarie said, "{Guest post from Hannah Rials} What is going on? Now we’re writing books that are encouraging kids to play video games? I thought we were supposed to be discouraging this? I’m so confused! I’m sure a lot of you parents are..." more
Tuesday, May 24, 2016 9:04:18 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled The Breakfast Table Book Club:
Valarie said, "Today’s post is coming to you live from the breakfast table. We get many books to read and review and the really successful ones, the books that become favorites, are those that get the “The Breakfast Table Book Club”..." more
Monday, May 23, 2016 10:53:42 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Imaginarium Geographica: Here There Be Dragons #DragonsAreReal:
Valarie said, "SO…I may, or may not be ::wink::wink:: a little preoccupied with dragons these days. Scroll to the bottom of this post and you will see why I believe #DragonsAreReal! BUT FIRST, let’s explore one of my favorite dragon-ish books that..." more
Monday, May 23, 2016 10:53:42 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Weekend Links: Teacher Appreciation Week!:
Valarie said, "Teachers are real life superheroes. They educate, innovate, encourage and support. Every day they touch the lives of millions of children and their work and impact extends far beyond the boundaries of the classroom. Take the time to celebrate these..." more
Monday, May 23, 2016 10:53:42 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled A Special #DragonsAreReal Dragon Booklist for Middle Readers:
Valarie said, "Disclosure: some of these links are affiliate links I’ve been doing a lot with dragons lately and in honor of my new book Dragons are Real (see the end of this post for the scoop) so I thought I’d share a little bit of our favorite..." more
Monday, May 23, 2016 10:53:42 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Dragons Are Real Blog Tour and Giveaway!:
Valarie said, "BeachBoundBooks is pleased to be coordinating a Blog Tour for the charming children’s book written by Valarie Budayr and illustrated by Michael Welply, Dragons are Real. The tour will run from May 9 – May 30, 2016 About the..." more
Monday, May 23, 2016 10:53:42 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Weekend Links: The Mother’s Day Edition:
Valarie said, "Happy Mother’s Day! I hope this day finds you surround by love, family, and relaxation. As usual, during my weekly on-line travels, I have happened upon some great, fun, and inspiring stories from fellow bloggers. So in honor of Mother’s Day,..." more
Monday, May 23, 2016 10:53:42 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled More Dragon Fun! Kenny and the Dragon review and activities:
Valarie said, "We are huge fans of the Spiderwick Chronicles, so when Tony DiTerlizzi’s book Kenny and the Dragon hit our book basket, a great time was had by all. This charming and adorable book is about a little rabbit named Kenny who befriends a peace..." more
Monday, May 23, 2016 10:53:42 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled Weekend Links: Great Books That Guide and Grow Young Readers:
Valarie said, "Welcome to Weekend Links! This is my chance every weekend to share the best-of-the-best in the way of wonderful booklists and links that I have discovered during my Internet travels. This week I have found some amazing books that will help guide and..." more
Thursday, August 4, 2016 4:58:23 AM
Valarie Budayr wrote a blog post titled The Mountains of Tibet by Mordicai Gerstein Book Review:
Valarie said, "In the wonderful book, The Mountains of Tibet by Mordicai Gerstein, the young boy living in the mountains of Tibet lived a wonderful life of flying kites, hard work, a loving family, and peace. When he died, which is the natural progression of..." more