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October 28, 2005

Reading Lists from the Seattle Public Library

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As autumn grows cooler, I find myself looking to curl up with a cup of green tea and a good story.

The Seattle Public Library has several reading lists for children, teens and adults that have helped me choose in the past.

Children
Books for Pre-School Age Children

  • Books to Build On: Preschool & Kindergarten
  • Books to Build On: Toddlers

Books for Elementary School Age Children

  • Books to Build On: Grades 1 & 2
  • Books to Build On: Grades 3 & 4
  • Books to Build On: Grades 5 & 6
  • Doorways to African American Culture & Tradition
  • Doorways to Arab American Culture & Tradition
  • Doorways to Chinese American Culture and Tradition
  • Doorways to Japanese American Culture & Tradition
  • Doorways to Jewish American Culture & Tradition
  • Doorways to Latino Culture & Tradition
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October 19, 2005

"Real" Shakespeare Claim

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Cross-posted excerpt:

“Real” Shakespeare claim whips up tempest anew

By Mike Collett-White Fri Oct 7,11:11 AM ET

LONDON (Reuters) - Something is rotten in the state of Shakespeare scholarship.

Two academics say they have discovered the “real” William Shakespeare, the never-before-identified Henry Neville, whipping up a tempest of debate among the Bard’s followers who have had to defend him against a host of pretenders. [...read more...]

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October 14, 2005

Five In A Row arranged chronologically

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Five in A Row is intended to help you teach your grammar aged student (ages 4-8). It is a complete program of literature to be read aloud, discussed, and explored through lessons and activities. [...read more...]
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October 14, 2005

Mini Shakespeare

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If you're studying the bard, you'll want to check out these quizzes based on his works.
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October 13, 2005

Shakespeare Quotes

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Just a quickie today - a list of Bard-isms.
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