Over 150 years ago, John Muir trekked through the Sierra Nevada Mountains as part of a sheep herding adventure. While not his first trek or his first journal, My First Summer in the Sierra was a groundbreaking account that brought the beauty of the western forests to readers nationwide. Published in 1911, this, and other … Continue reading My First Summer in the Sierra
The weather is warming up, the sun is out, and tomorrow is Earth Day, so it's a perfect time to talk about books about nature, which is our theme this week for the reading challenge! Books about animals, landmarks, plants, migration patterns, the ocean - they are all great for this theme! Here's the books … Continue reading This Week: April 21st
Just as Thomas Jefferson was taking office as third president of the United States of America, a battle was raging across the Atlantic Ocean that would test the young country. Government-backed pirates were patrolling the waters off the Barbary Coast, attacking merchant ships from the US, Britain, and other European countries. Not only were they … Continue reading Thomas Jefferson and the Tripoli Pirates
Trix is in trouble. She’s been alone for the past few months since her mother disappeared, but she’s always been able to keep her head above the water. But now? Now she’s sitting in a small-town diner talking to a family of women she’s never met, let alone heard of, and trying to figure out … Continue reading A Constellation of Roses
The first Earth Day was held in 1970 and was inspired by the protests from the previous decade. Gaylord Nelson wanted to educate people on the damage mankind does through careless actions. For the past 34 years, Earth Day has been a global affair with countries worldwide participating in activities. We will be celebrating Earth … Continue reading Earth Day Reads
Zara’s standing on a balcony, headphones on, trying to block out the chaos going on around her. She’s not completely sure how she ended up here in this apartment with these people. They aren’t her friends, she doesn’t know them from work, no one knows the anxiety she’s carried for years. They can’t leave, they … Continue reading Anxious People
Last week, I traveled for work and didn't get as much time to read as I normal. Do you like to take books with you while you travel? I have always avoided taking my Kindle with me because I'm afraid I'll lose it, but after this trip, I'm taking it every time going forward! It … Continue reading This Week: April 14th
Katie Ryan is a hotshot analyst, just like her dad. Where her siblings spend time out in the field, her job keeps her behind a screen in an office. Katie reviews data and build reports for her upline, but that’s taking a turn with this project - she just briefed the president and his staff … Continue reading Tom Clancy Act of Defiance
Madison County, Iowa, is known for its historic covered bridges and idyllic farmland, which is why National Geographic has sent Robert Kincaid to photograph the bridges for an upcoming article. He knows his way around angles and lighting, but can’t seem to find the last bridge he’s looking for today, so he pulls over at … Continue reading The Bridges of Madison County
How's your car looking? A little yellow from all the pollen? That's the case at our house! All that pollen means lots of beautiful flowers and the arrival of the Spring season! Our theme last week was flowers and I listed some great flower-themed books in the Sunday weekly agenda post, but let's look at … Continue reading April Theme: Flowers/Spring
