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Reading in the Middle: Books Written by Women

Posted about 3 weeks ago by Adriane Marshall
March is Women’s History Month. The entire month is dedicated to celebrating the role of women in American history. Women’s History Month began as a local celebration in Santa Rosa, […]
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Reading in the Middle: Fairy Tale Retellings

Posted about 1 month ago by Adriane Marshall
We have know the fairy tale stories, they involve glass slippers, poisoned apples, and a giant bean stalk. But what happens when those stories are fractured, when they are modernized? […]
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Reading in the Middle: Graphic Novels

Posted about 3 months ago by Adriane Marshall
Graphic novels are extremly popular with all age groups of readers. Middle grade readers especially seem to enjoy reading them, and they serve as a valuable tool for building essential […]
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Reading in the Middle: Celebrating the Season

Posted about 4 months ago by Adriane Marshall
This December we have had a lot of snow and we get ready for the holiday and celebration season! This month we have prepared a variety of books for the […]
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Reading in the Middle: Native American Stories

Posted about 5 months ago by Adriane Marshall
During November we celebrate the diverse cultures, history, and stories of the Native Americans. The month is dedicated to honoring their heritage, raising awareness of tribal nations, and acknowledging the […]
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Reading in the Middle: Scary Stories

Posted about 5 months ago by Adriane Marshall
Novels that are classified as middle grade or juvenile fiction are geared for ages 8-12. They are for readers that have moved beyond simple chapter books, but are not quite […]
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