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Why are authors so MEAN to their characters?
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Old books=modern time travel!
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A lot of kids say they “don’t like” old books—otherwise … Read the rest!
What is a gifted learner?
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If you think it’s confusing that some kids you know have been called … Read the rest!
There are no spoilers
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You’ve probably heard people say it: “Don’t tell me what … Read the rest!
What do stories mean to YOU?
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When you study literature in a traditional class, … Read the rest!
What does “3 stars” mean?
These days every time you look at information about a film or book, you’ll be faced with the ubiquitous star rating system. And you will probably notice that most films and books don’t achieve 5 stars—even the books and films that you love.
What’s up with this?
Remember that rating systems are aggregations of user reviews and professional reviews. In other words, ratings are averages. And as we all know, averages … Read the rest!
Why you should always read the book before watching the movie
You’ve probably heard this advice before. But do you understand it? As a teacher of literature, I find this a very important subject!
What happens when you read
When you read text on a page or on a screen, your brain translates the marks into words. If you’re reading English, your brain translates familiar words directly into their meaning in your head. If it’s an unfamiliar word, or if you’re a slower … Read the rest!