Tag Archives: Reading is important

Reading is Good for Your Brain!

Posted on May 15, 2023 by jjspina

I have written many posts about the benefits of reading daily. Here are several reasons why you should read every day, not just your children. GOOGLE FREE PHOTOS Here is a link with more info about the benefits of reading. … Continue reading →

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What inspires this author to write? A Dedication to Teachers Everywhere!

Posted on July 22, 2022 by jjspina

I have been asked on occasion what inspires me to write? Besides the fact that I love writing, it would be that I want to see not only children reading, but all ages. There are many benefits of reading as … Continue reading →

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How Important is Reading to Children’s Brain Development?

Posted on March 14, 2020 by jjspina

This is a post I wrote in 2015 that I would like to share with you again for its importance to all parents about reading and the development of your children’s brains. How important is reading to children’s brain development? … Continue reading →

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Have Your Children Read Davey & Derek Junior Detectives Series Yet?

Posted on February 10, 2020 by jjspina

If you haven’t read Davey & Derek Junior Detectives Series yet, you are in for a delightful surprise. These books have won multiple awards and 5-star reviews on Amazon, Goodreads and from Readers’ Favorite Book Awards! Maybe it’s time to … Continue reading →

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Are Books Better than Tablets for Children?

Posted on October 7, 2019 by jjspina

This is an excellent question as today’s technology is so important to all of us. I read an interesting and informative post, Study: Books May Foster Bonding Better Than Tablets by Linda Carroll that was published in New Hampshire Union … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter and Passover!

Posted on April 21, 2019 by jjspina

HAPPY EASTER AND PASSOVER! To children everywhere Easter is jelly beans, bunnies, plastic eggs filled with candy and money, baskets full of chocolate and all things that are sweet and delicious. To adults it has more meaning – Christ has … Continue reading →

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Author’s Night By the Sea at Red Hook Brewery, Portsmouth, NH USA!

Posted on April 12, 2018 by jjspina

Author’s Night By the Sea at Red Hook Brewery, Portsmouth, NH USA! My husband and I will be attending this Author’s Event on Sunday, April 15, 2018.  There will be up to 50 local and nationally known authors. I am … Continue reading →

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Spring Showcase of Books on Sally Cronin’s Cafe & Bookstore!

Posted on April 7, 2018 by jjspina

I am honored to be included in this spring installment of authors on Sally Cronin’s fabulous blog! Thank you, Sslly! Head over and spend some time perusing her list of authors and their books! You will find quite a variety … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter and Passover!

Posted on March 30, 2018 by jjspina

HAPPY EASTER AND PASSOVER!   To children everywhere Easter is jelly beans, bunnies, plastic eggs filled with candy and money, baskets full of chocolate and all things that are sweet and delicious. To adults it has more meaning – Christ … Continue reading →

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A Mighty Mouse Strikes Again!

Posted on September 16, 2017 by jjspina

I posted a short while back about some problems I was experiencing with a mouse. It was digging in my Christmas cactus and eating whatever it could find in boxes and bags in my pantry cabinet. I would find pieces … Continue reading →

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