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Sunday, August 29, 2010 3:52:53 PM
Alyson Beecher wrote a blog post titled Upcoming Author Event – You’re Invited:
Alyson said, " On Sunday, August 1, 2010, at 2 p.m., Borders/Glendale will be hosting three amazing 2010 debut authors for a book signing. You did read that right – three authors. Jennifer Cervantes (Tortilla Sun), Christina Diaz Gonzalez (The Red..." more
Sunday, August 29, 2010 3:52:53 PM
Alyson Beecher wrote a blog post titled Debut Author Signing:
Alyson said, "Way back in December, I signed up for the Story Siren’s 2010 Debut Author Challenge. As I was searching for books to read for the challenge, I discovered Sea by Heidi R. Kling, The Red Umbrella by Christina Diaz Gonzalez, and eventually..." more
Sunday, August 29, 2010 3:52:52 PM
Alyson Beecher wrote a blog post titled Book Review – Tortilla Sun:
Alyson said, "Author: Jennifer Cervantes Publisher: Chronicle Books (May 5, 2010) Reading Level: Grades 4th to 8th Source: Personal Copy Rating: 5 Stars Description from GoodReads: A tender, magical story about 12 year old Izzy Roybal who is sent to spend the..." more
Sunday, August 29, 2010 3:52:52 PM
Alyson Beecher wrote a blog post titled Book-A-Day Challenge Weeks 6 & 7 Update:
Alyson said, "It is already August and I know in some places people will be returning to school soon. My school; however, did not get out until June 23rd so I still have about another month to reach my Book-A-Day goal of 80 books. if you don’t know..." more
Sunday, August 29, 2010 3:52:52 PM
Alyson Beecher wrote a blog post titled Win an ARC of Crescendo & Support Literacy:
Alyson said, "Author: Becca Fitzpatrick Publisher: Simon & Schuster (October 2010) Reading Level: YA Description from GoodReads: Nora should have know her life was far from perfect. Despite starting a relationship with her guardian angel, Patch (who, title..." more
Sunday, August 29, 2010 3:52:52 PM
Alyson Beecher wrote a blog post titled Book Review – The Red Umbrella:
Alyson said, "Author: Christina Diaz Gonzalez Publisher: Knopf Book for Young Readers (May 11, 2010) Reading Level: Upper Middle Grade/YA Source: Personal Copy Rating: 5 Star (A definite must read) Description from GoodReads: The Red Umbrella is the moving tale..." more
Sunday, August 29, 2010 3:52:52 PM
Alyson Beecher wrote a blog post titled Book-A-Day Challenge Week 7:
Alyson said, "The Book-A-Day Challenge hosted by Donalyn Miller (The Book Whisper) has been one of my favorite challenges. Not only did it really help me focus on my reading goal for this summer, but using the #bookaday hashtag on twitter introduced me to some..." more
Sunday, August 29, 2010 3:52:52 PM
Alyson Beecher wrote a blog post titled Book Review – The Kneebone Boy:
Alyson said, "Author: Ellen Potter Publisher: Feiwel & Friends (September 14, 2010) Reading Level: Grades 4th to 8th Source: ARC for review Rating: 5 Stars – Highly recommend Description from GoodReads: The book’s set in a small English town..." more
Sunday, August 29, 2010 3:52:52 PM
Alyson Beecher wrote a blog post titled Announcing the Winners of the Crescendo ARC Contest:
Alyson said, "After reading through some wonderful stories about who inspired you to read, or where you enjoy reading or who you love to read to, and then spending what felt like forever tallying up points, there is finally a winner – well sort of two..." more
Sunday, August 29, 2010 3:52:52 PM
Alyson Beecher wrote a blog post titled My blog is moving….Yes, it is true.:
Alyson said, "Though I am not a stick in the mud, never make changes kind of a person, I do like a fair amount of stability. I anticipated when I started my blog on WordPress that I would be keeping it here for…well…at least a year, hopefully..." more
Sunday, June 27, 2010 6:22:31 PM
Alyson Beecher wrote a blog post titled Summer Goals:
Alyson said, "School just wrapped up a couple of days ago and I am beginning to transition to my summer schedule. Since my work schedule is lighter, I try to attempt some things that are difficult to do from September to June. I won’t bore you with my..." more
Tuesday, June 1, 2010 8:35:10 AM
Alyson Beecher wrote a blog post titled Help Name This Blog Contest:
Alyson said, "A few months ago, I decided to venture out and start my own blog. I have been happy guest blogging but wanted someplace that I can combine some of my interests as an educator with my interest in books and writing. Part of starting a blog means..." more
Saturday, May 1, 2010 9:59:41 PM
Alyson Beecher wrote a blog post titled Read Aloud – May 2010:
Alyson said, "In March 2010, I read AL CAPONE DOES MY SHIRTS by Gennifer Choldenko to my fourth graders. The students were fascinated by the book. Most of them had little knowledge of the 1930′s. By reading the story, we had an opportunity to discuss the..." more
Saturday, May 1, 2010 7:31:38 PM
Alyson Beecher wrote a blog post titled Hello world!:
Alyson said, "Hi Everyone! I am working on developing a blog and resource for teachers, authors, school librarians centered around books for children and teens. If you have suggestions, please place something in the comments section. Thanks, -alybee "
Saturday, May 1, 2010 7:22:53 PM
Alyson Beecher added a picture to her Profile Gallery
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Title: LA Times Festival of Books
Description: Aly, Khy's Mom, Kami, Margie
Saturday, May 1, 2010 7:21:38 PM
Alyson Beecher added a picture to her Profile Gallery
Title: Becca Fitzpatrick
Description: author event - Mrs. Nelson's
Friday, April 25, 2014 11:43:20 AM
Alyson Beecher made friends with Shannon Delany