Monday, November 30, 2015

A Reading Drought

I'm an avid reader, the kind who had a seriously difficult time going to bed last Friday night at 1:00 due to a book I couldn't put down, but sadly this school year has taken a toll on my reading plans. I've been in a bit of a reading drought. This post is catching everyone up, at least those who care, on what I've read since August. 
August
I liked this one. Historical fiction has become an enjoyable genre for me.


 I liked this historical fiction one too.

 October
The technical jargon is way over my head, but the plot is great.


This book gave me some good ideas for how to be more open-ended with math problems.

This one gave me so much to think about. It's a must-read for elementary teachers.

 November
Elementary math teachers need to read this book. It's both wise and practical.

This book is a sequel to one of my favorites of the year (Me Before You). I liked it okay, but it was nowhere near as amazing as the first. I still adore this author.

I enjoyed this one a lot. It was an enjoyable read.

This was a touching story.

I've read every book in this series and loved them. This one was a bit slow though.

I liked this one.
You have to read this one. I couldn't put it down and read it in less than 24 hours. It was my favorite from this list.

Here's to no more droughts. I like my books too much.

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12 comments:

  1. BarbaraDecember 1, 2015 at 7:04 AM

    Ooh thanks for the recommendations. I have a great big book store gift certificate for my birthday that I still haven't spent. I'll definitely check out Mean Streak.

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    1. TammyDecember 2, 2015 at 3:53 PM

      Barb, I hope you like it. It kept me guessing until the end.

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  2. Em HutchisonDecember 1, 2015 at 6:34 PM

    Thank you for the list of books! I just finished Sister's Grimm (the first one). But I get a bit obsessive! I end up reading alllll day until the book is done.

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    1. TammyDecember 2, 2015 at 3:53 PM

      Em, I'm the same way. It's so hard to put a great book down.

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  3. Sara at schoolDecember 2, 2015 at 4:47 AM

    I finished a good book over Thanksgiving and have had trouble finding a new one -- so thanks for the recommendations! I have trouble not putting a good book down, even when it's past my bedtime! Sara

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    1. TammyDecember 2, 2015 at 3:54 PM

      Sara, I hear you. If it's not a school night, staying up with a book is so easy to do.

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  4. Miss TrayersDecember 5, 2015 at 6:09 AM

    I always love to know what you are reading! I am trying to catch up on the books I am supposed to be reading for my student book club, so I haven't been able to read anything fun for a while.

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    1. TammyDecember 5, 2015 at 6:40 AM

      Miss Trayers, that's how I felt for the longest time when I was in the midst of many professional reads. I didn't have time or energy for both, and so I sure missed my fiction.

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  5. LoriDecember 5, 2015 at 6:30 PM

    I hadn't heard of Mindset for Learning before. Sounds like you liked that one. I am hopeful for no more reading droughts for you. :)
    Lori
    Conversations in Literacy

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    1. TammyDecember 6, 2015 at 3:13 PM

      Lori, it's really really good. My mind is going a million places right now so I haven't had a chance to incorporate much of it into my practice, but I definitely plan to.

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  6. BarbaraDecember 9, 2015 at 1:17 PM

    Oh, dear friend, it's been waaaaaay too long since I've picked up a good book. I mean, really good, one that gets me hook, line and sinker. I am so SO excited by your list and adding a few of these treasures to my cart!

    Hope all's well in your corner of the country. I'm sending wishes and prayers for a blessed and meaningful holiday.

    Barbara

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    1. TammyDecember 12, 2015 at 7:49 AM

      Barbara, thank you for dropping by and blessing me. I hope you're able to find a book that you can't put down. Those are my favorite.

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