5 tips for parents to encourage a lasting love of reading

(BPT) - Reading opens the door to a lifelong love of learning, imagination and adventure. When parents instill a love of reading in their children from an early age, it increases their oral language …

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How We Have Fallen Short in Teaching Literacy -- And What To Do About It

(NewsUSA) - This may be difficult to read, but did you know:In the last 15 years, 15 million students graduated from high schools testing below the basic reading level.One in five college students …

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BookTrib’s Bites: A Black History Month Hero and Other Intriguing Stories

(NewsUSA) - If Someday Comes by David Calloway: A true story of the author’s great grandfather George Calloway, a slave in … Read More

Reading scores are on the decline—here's what the Nation's Report Card says

Study.com investigated the decline of reading scores across the country using data from the Nation's Report Card. Read More

Unplug and March into Reading with Toys for Tots

(NewsUSA) - March is National Reading Month, and the Toys for Tots Literacy Program continues its commitment to helping children … Read More

Historical Novel Captures the Smoke and Grit of Pittsburgh at Its Industrial Peak

(NewsUSA) - This is not a gilded age novel. It’s a novel of the smoke and grit that were the pride of a booming city. It takes … Read More

Grab your passport and go: 5 books to help you plan your next trip

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BookTrib’s Bites: More Books to Keep You Turning the Pages

(NewsUSA) - Lobster Wars by Mark E. Greene: A tight, fast-paced social satire about what happens when reality TV comes to a small … Read More

A Perspective On Race And Religion

(NAPSI)—Do you contribute to racial unity or disunity? That’s the focus of a new book, which offers a surprising perspective on … Read More

Humorous, Poetic & Allegorical Tale Reminiscent of Dante’s Inferno

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Stories for Kids with Wholesome Fun, Culture, Imagination and Learning

(NewsUSA) - Amanda Given, an author, speech language pathologist, yogi, mother, mental health advocate and child at heart, has given us a charming story with colorful and playful illustrations …

50 classics from (almost) everyone's high school reading list

Stacker looks at 50 classics from (almost) everyone's high school's required reading list.
5 books to celebrate and learn about Black history and culture year-round

(BPT) - Feb. 1 marks the start of Black History Month, which honors the great contributions the Black …
Twin Sisters at the Core of Dark Coming-of-Age Psycho Thriller By Debut Author

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BookTrib’s Bites: Some Tasty Morsels in Assorted Genres

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BookTrib’s Bites: Diverse Titles Sure to Hold Your Interest

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The most popular book the year you were born

Stacker explores the most popular book the year you were born.
BookTrib’s Bites: True Crime Inspirations, Dystopian Gem, Making Great Factories

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