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How can we stand up for our beliefs even when it's challenging?
'Hear Ye Mortals' is a powerful tale of two brothers fighting for their beliefs even while being silenced. This historical YA story inspires lasting courage and resilience. πͺ
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Happy Give Like Dolly Day. π Today, weβre celebrating Dolly Partonβs legacy of giving the gift of books, and our team decided to dress up and have a read-in, just like we did in Elementary school! β¨ #GiveLikeDolly
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Tomorrow, we celebrate the people who #GiveLikeDolly, and thereβs more than one way to celebrate Dollyβs legacy of book giving. Celebrate Give Like Dolly Day by putting a little more reading into the world. #NewBookFeeling
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The Big Red Reading Bus made a stop at Wauktoberfest! ππ We had such a fun time bringing the bus, books, and a little reading magic along for the celebration (scroll to photo 4 for some proof π). Thanks to everyone who stopped by to pick up some books! #NewBookFeeling
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Every year, we celebrate Hispanic/Latine Heritage Month in September and October. π Celebrating culture through storytelling is the best way to help our children feel seen and open their hearts and minds.
π Check out the blog at madisonreadingproject.com/blβ¦ #MadisonWI
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This incredible team of volunteers from John Deere Financial helped us pack "Create a Monster" craft kits that will be given out with our spooky season books! π» Thank you so much for the helping hands!
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π€© Books We Love: Hear Ye Mortals by YamileSMendez
π Published by @LevineQuerido
Two brothers struggle against a totalitarian regime in this historical YA about fighting for what you believe in. Donate this title on Bookshop at bookshop.org/lists/books-we-β¦. #NewBookFeeling
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β¨ Striking out standard meetings for a little team bonding! π³ The Madison Reading Project crew swapped books for bowling balls last month. So lucky to roll with the best team! π
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We had the most wonderful morning at our annual open house, Breakfast with the Bus, this week! π Thank you to everyone who came out to learn more about our programs, connect with our team, and celebrate the joy of reading with us. π
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βBecause itβs pretty.β π
For Teo, his tutu is more than an outfit; it also makes him feel joyful and connected to himself.
'Teo's Tutu' is a great reminder for kids to embrace their interests and true selves.
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Two crickets, two successful rescues! π¦ We safely released two tiny cricket friends back outside at the Book Center last month. Even the local bugs are curious about the benefits of reading! π€©
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π€© Books We Love: TΓ©o's Tutu
ποΈ Written by Maryann Jacob Macias
βοΈ Illustrated by Alea Marley
π Published by Dial Books
πβ¨ Purchase or donate this book on Bookshop at bookshop.org/wishlists/3f839β¦.
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Sometimes, home is a place we carry with us, even when weβve never been there. π
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π We had a great time at the @100BMMadison Backpack Giveaway! Natalie was there, helping celebrate the start of a new school year and connecting families with books and resources. Thank you to 100 Black Men of Madison for bringing the community together! π #LiteracyMatters
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π€© Books We Love: My Father Dreams of Palestine by Hannah Moushabeck
π¨ Illustrated by Reem Madooh
π Published by Chronicle Books
Purchase or donate these titles on our Books We Love Bookshop list at bookshop.org/lists/books-we-β¦.
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This was such a sweet moment from the MSCR camp celebration! π Three kiddos picked out matching books and found a shady spot under the table to read together. We love seeing books bring kids together - wherever they find a little space to settle in and read. π #LiteracyMatters
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We loved visiting the Lighthouse Christian School Back-to-School Fair! β¨ A few Big Red Reading Bus highlights π ?
π A head-to-toe Bluey fan finding TWO Bluey books!
π A Dad "just holding" Rhinocorn for his daughter, but secretly loving the sequin cover.
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π Take a peek behind the scenes. π Weβve been busy packing 50 book bags for NICU families, filled with high-contrast, silly, and sweet books for tiny readers. π Huge thanks to RSVP for sewing and donating these beautiful custom bags! 𧡠#EarlyLiteracy #LiteracyMatters
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β¨ Note to self: Keep delivering books and keep slaying! π
Penny received her brand-new books from MRP and sent us the sweetest thank you card. Moments like this are only possible because of our amazing community. ππ
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