The Ultimate Teen Guide to Starting a Book Club with Your Squad!
Hey, fellow book lovers! If you’re like me, then you probably love reading and talking about books. So why not start a book club with your friends this summer?
The Benefits of Journaling for Kids – How to Get Started
As a teacher of English, I have seen firsthand the power of journaling for kids.
Home Library on a Budget: Book Recommendations under INR 300 for 9- Year Olds
Building a library for your child is one of the best gifts you can give them. Not only does it promote a love of reading, but it also provides a great opportunity for parent-child bonding. However, building a library can be expensive, especially if you’re looking for high-quality books. In this post, I’m sharing a …
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Raising Readers: Tips to Get Your 5-Year-Old to Start Reading
Whether you’re a bookworm yourself or you’re just starting to explore the wonderful world of children’s literature, read on to discover how you can inspire your child to become a lifelong reader.
Valentine’s Day Themed Reading List for 5-7 Year Olds
“Anjaly ma’am, what is Valemtine’s Day?”, asked my student Zain* who is just turning 7, with the most innocent expression on her face.
Netflix’s Wednesday Inspired Reading List for Teens and Tweens
Ever since Netflix’s Wednesday released in November 2022, my students have been talking non- stop about how much they love the series. This wasn’t much of a surprise for me because I grew up watching The Addam’s Family and Addam’s Family Values, and even as a child, the dark humour always used to send my friends and I into peals of laughter.
Holiday Book Gift Ideas for 5-6 Year Olds
Christmas is around the corner! Have you been on the hunt for the perfect Christmas gift for your little one? We’ve got you covered.
The Mystery of the Graveyard Gold by Vidya V.; an Honest Review
In this series, I post honest reviews of recently published children’s books and young adult books by contemporary Indian authors.
Yo Ho Ho! 🏴☠️ 5 Exciting Picture Books for Your Little Pirate
Here’s a list of five Common Room- approved picture books that will have your little scallywag talk like a pirate in no time!
The Five Finger Rule for Reading
I always get requests from parents for age and level appropriate book recommendations for young readers. I frequently post thematic reading lists and book reviews on Instagram and on the blog, but there is also a simple hack that many parents swear by, called The Five Finger Rule. You may use this hack to let …
