Tag Archives: good books for kids

Animals as teachers

Posted on April 18, 2011 by alayos

Other than my sister, most of my companions when growing up were animals. They were my friends and my teachers, and really, still are. Through my years I’ve learned a lot from them, and I believe that’s one of the … Continue reading →

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I bought a Nook

Posted on April 17, 2011 by alayos

Despite my love of printed media, I recently caved and bought a Nook. A friend and I entered Barnes & Noble to kill some time, not intending on buying anything, and the display at the front of the store caught … Continue reading →

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Handwriting versus typing

Posted on April 16, 2011 by alayos

photo © 2006 Hey Paul | more info (via: Wylio) When I first started writing, I wrote everything by hand. My first book, The Missing Link, was, in fact, written in an old hardcover notebook, the kind you probably used … Continue reading →

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Preparing for the move

Posted on April 11, 2011 by alayos

photo © 2010 Jo Anna Barber | more info (via: Wylio)Preparing for my big move isn’t easy, especially while trying to finish these last few weeks of school. With how often I’ve moved around, I should be an expert house-finder. … Continue reading →

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It’s all in the telling: The seven plots of fiction

Posted on April 7, 2011 by alayos

photo © 2010 Emily Carlin | more info (via: Wylio) When I first pick up a book, I read the first sentence and then flip to the last page and read the very last sentence. I’ve always figured that if … Continue reading →

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