For the Love of Literacy

WHY READ? WHY WRITE?
Everything literary is welcome here! I love reading to myself & listening to audiobooks & podcasts as well as reading with my kids (physical text and digital media), & writing children's books as well as self-help books for adults.

When it comes to writing I believe that "writers end up writing about their obsessions. Things they can't forget; stories they carry in their bodies waiting to be released." -Natalie Goldberg

I have a passion & obsession for writing, but especially CHILDREN'S LIT with a little self-help for adults mixed in. Very different categories, but that's just the way I tick! I welcome anyone & any product that supports reading (to self, kids, etc.) & writing/creativity development.



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​I will be hosting an adult monthly book club virtually! Feel free to read with us & then join in a live video chat or view the corresponding bubbles on my Instagram profile twice each month.
​I have a book forum where we can discuss our thoughts, questions & favorite passages regarding the books under the “Book Club” tab.

February Book: 
Dear Mr. Knightley, by: Katherine Reay 
www.amazon.com/Dear-Mr-Knightley-Katherine-Reay/dp/140168968X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2KNPBSXGG2KT&dchild=1&keywords=dear+mr.+knightley&qid=1610923588&sprefix=dear+mr.+knigh%2Caps%2C329&sr=8-1
March Book:
Heartless, by: Marissa Meyer

I have  a collage of this year's reads up on Instagram under the Book Club bubble.
**DM on Instagram or email me your email if you'd like to join the Love of Lit. Book Club, 2021!!** 
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Monthly & Weekly Things:
My podcast, For the Love of Literacy, will be airing every other Tuesday. You can find it here or on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Deezer, or Radio Public.
I just created a website exclusively for my podcast. It is:
for-the-love-of-literacy.mailchimpsites.com

I will be releasing a list of top kids' books based around themes to correspond with each podcast episode.
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**Follow along for frequent updates on reading with kids & my writing projects/books on my literary Instagram; my handle is @katie.l.s.reads ?**
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**If you are a teacher of kids who already know how to read & want me to do a specific book/novel reading guide outlining vocabulary activities, comprehension questions, and character analyses, I have an entire store on TPT & would be happy to customize or tailor my basic packet outline for your needs. Just contact me! **
WEBSITE:
​ www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Storeys-Learning-Center
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Subscribe to my blog & podcast, For the Love of Literacy and you will receive a free copy of my eBook, How to Read to Your Kids: A Manual for Parents Reading with Littles.