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Moxie
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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An unlikely teenager starts a feminist revolution at a small-town Texan high school in the new novel from Jennifer Mathieu, author of The Truth About Alice.MOXIE GIRLS FIGHT BACK! Vivan Carter is fed up. Fed up with a school administration at her high school that thinks the football team can do no wrong. Fed up with sexist dress codes, hallway harassment, and gross comments from guys during class. But most of all, Viv Carter is fed up with always following the rules.Viv's mom was a tough-as-nails, punk rock Riot Grrrl in the '90s, and now Viv takes a page from her mother's past and creates a feminist zine that she distributes anonymously to her classmates. She's just blowing off steam, but other girls respond. As Viv forges friendships with other young women across the divides of cliques and popularity rankings, she realizes that what she has started is nothing short of a girl revolution. Moxie is a book about high school life that will make you wanna riot!
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ElizaMarie
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This was a great listen. I really enjoyed the Netflix of it too. ( #BookToScreen) It did make me feel very sad though that this might be something (even if it is a bit exaggerated) that girls may go through similar experiences.

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ElizaMarie
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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Doing some #AudioCrocher while listening to this one. As a non-mom and very far removed from high school… I hope if‘s super exaggerating the “bump n grind” thing… But… I do remember in college football players would drop things and myself and the other cheerleaders might not have realized what they where doing😡

dabbe Love the color! 🩷🩷🩷 9mo
Crazeedi You're on to another project! Wow! 9mo
ElizaMarie @Crazeedi I am not great at it, but I really love doing it (so thats really all that matters) also, it feels good keeping my hands busy! 9mo
ElizaMarie @dabbe thanks! Pink is my favorite color. I am going to try to make some sort of sweater with blocked coloring. Fingers crossed I can pull it off! 9mo
dabbe @ElizaMarie #youcandoit 🤩🩷🤩 9mo
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ElizaMarie
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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@Chrissyreadit poated the quiz and I knew I had to take it.

https://www.idrlabs.com/feminist-perspectives/test.php

I never really considered myself a feminist. Although I have very strong opinions about women's rights, I was not sure of the label. However, reading the descriptions of the different types of feminists was helpful in identifying which group I belong to.

Cuilin I just did this too. So interesting. Sending it to my daughters. 9mo
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ElizaMarie
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Sharpeipup Be sure to watch the Netflix movie when you‘re done. 9mo
ElizaMarie @Sharpeipup Actually I saw the Netflix movie first (I don't normally watch the movie first). But I really enjoyed the movie, that I figured I would love to visit the source material (I am already loving it!) Also, I am enjoying how its got enough differences (so far) to make it a little fresh. 9mo
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ElizaMarie
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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Just started watching this show on Netflix and I'm already hooked! I've even put a hold on the book it's based on. #BookToScreen #Stacked

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kyraleseberg
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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My local indie, The Book Tavern, had an art show titled Book on a Box in September. Artists could create any type of art as long as it fit on a 12x12 box about the book of their choice!
My daughter and I created a '90s zine piece inspired by the tagged book. We were honored to have ours hanging with so many wonderful works. I brought it home last week along with some new books, of course 😉

TheKidUpstairs What a great event idea! Love it 13mo
kyraleseberg @TheKidUpstairs We look forward to it every year and honored we could participate this year! (edited) 13mo
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Super_Jane
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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4.5/5 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗 #youngadult #moxie #netflix

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AkashaVampie
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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My current read!!! #BookSpin

I've been out of H.S. for almost 20 yrs (WOW, im so damn old). I forgot how shitty school can be. #MoxiePower Really loving the book. Already have seen the movie.

@TheAromaofBooks @ElizaMarie @AsYouWish @jb72

TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!!! 2y
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AshRaye
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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I really liked the whole Moxie group, that part of the story was great. The romance took away from that at times, but how it worked out in the end was okay. It also seemed like some parts of it didn't flow as smoothly as I would have liked. Other than that, it was really good. Now I'm going to have to watch the movie.

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Sharpeipup
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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I‘ve seen the Netflix movie so now it‘s time for the book.
#page2screen

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WriterAtHeart
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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What a great book about a coming of age feminist. Loved it! 😍

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ncsufoxes
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Vivian is who I wanted to be in high school. I was quiet, like her, but not brave enough to speak out against unjust treatment of others or athletes that ruled the school. She started Moxie after finding her mom‘s Riot Grrls stuff… my favorite girl band(s) when I was a teen were 7 Year B!tch & Liz Phair. I related to this story, my misspent youth is many years past but now have found my voice. It‘s a bit different from the movie. #bookspin

TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!!! 2y
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Zoe-h
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After nearly six months of searching, I have finally found a copy of Moxie that is not the movie cover. Plus, it‘s brand new and hardcover! I got so lucky!

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AnnaSummer7
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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I finished this book a last week and read this book of school. The book has a very strong message of equality and I liked it. ⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Lovelylottereader
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I read this book for school and overall really enjoyed it, I liked the feminism and the ‘fighting against injustice‘ aspect of the book a lot. I think that it raises awareness about sexism and I recommend it. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Andrea313
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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Eggs So pretty💖 3y
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rockpools
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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I finished this earlier in the week. It‘s a good read, a story of ‘normal‘ (stay-out-of-trouble, not politically active) girls empowering each other to stand up to the toxic, misogynistic culture of their school.

My one criticism, I suppose (as a non-parent, not involved in the school system) was that the culture described seemed a little over the top, almost unrealistic.

Then yesterday OFSTED (UKs inspectorate of schools) released a report into

rockpools sexual harassment in UK schools, which basically says ‘it‘s way worse than we/you think‘, harassment is normalised, girls feel there‘s no point reporting it...

I feel suitably chastised and educated, and incredibly sad.

This was my #artsyfartsy book for #BBRC @LibrarianRyan @Sarahreadstoomuch
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LibrarianRyan Watch the movie on Netflix if you can. It is so cute. 3y
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mhillis I‘m glad to hear you read it!! 3y
batsy I saw that report. It's so very depressing. 3y
rockpools @mhillis Thank you for suggesting it - I‘m really glad I read it too! 3y
rockpools @batsy It really really is. And at the same time I guess it‘s good it has actually been recognised at that level. Possibly. 3y
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Allthebookclubs
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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What a super cute, coming of age novel. I‘ll be watching the movie this weekend, although that makes men‘s totes because I liked this book. Book #20 in 2021

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Zoe-h
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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I just finished the movie, and even though some major things were different, I still really liked it. I did think it was weird that it was set it liberal Oregon instead of conservative Texas, it still was good.

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Zoe-h
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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Soooo good!!! This book was a real page turner. Vivian lives in a small town in Texas, population 6,000, and she is fed up with football team getting special treatment. She‘s fed up with the principal‘s son wearing gross T-shirts and having no consequences. She‘s sick of the bump ‘n‘ grab game the boys play. And she‘s sick of the random dress code checks. I loved every second of this book. Cant wait to watch the movie now! 5⭐️

MySharonaK I‘m really looking forward to hearing your opinion of the film ! 4y
AkashaVampie Haven't read the book, but loved the movie. 4y
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Zoe-h
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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I opened Moxie and was pleasantly surprised.

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BookNightOwl
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This audio book was fantastic! I love reading a book about girl power and the characters being really sure of themselves. I enjoyed the main protagonist and the agenda she had set out to change the school setting and what females have to deal with due to the football team being all mighty and powerful. I love the message this book sent and females sticking together. Oh and excited to watch the Netflix show now!!!

TrishB The film is as good! 4y
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Brooke_H
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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I wasn't prepared for how much I really enjoyed this empowering page-turner. I'm always on board for a smart, well written YA novel about budding feminists fighting back against toxic rape culture. Gimme. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because I thought it would have been more realistic if there had been some parental involvement in that high school horror show. (Also, some law enforcement would have been nice.)

TrishB Just watched the film with my daughter last night (we‘ve both read the book!) it was a good adaptation, we really enjoyed it 👍🏻 4y
Brooke_H @TrishB I‘m looking forward to watching it! 4y
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Emily92Bibliophile
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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Being a young adult librarian aide, I can‘t stress enough in how much we need these types of books, especially in the YA genre. Books that encourage girls/ women to find their voice, and take a stand against sexism and rape culture. Reminders that women CAN take up space, and your voice matters- It is powerful, and has the ability to make changes. This book is a CRUCIAL read that needs to be discussed in academia. 📚⬇️

Emily92Bibliophile One of the things I loved about this book was Seth and Viv‘s relationship. This is one of THE healthiest Teen relationships I‘ve seen in YA and I am HERE for it. Even if they argue and unintentionally hurt they other, they are willing to talk it out, and strive to do better in the future. (edited) 4y
Emily92Bibliophile I also love how Seth is a very understanding person, and while he doesn‘t at first understand the reality of the sexism within their school due to never experiencing it , * he listens and learns*. Yes, he makes mistakes, and slips up when negating the sexual assault experiences , but * he listens and learns*. He seems to be a very good guy who is intent on learning more about other people‘s experiences.
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mhillis
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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Another audiobook—I think I‘m finally getting into listening to them! Book 3 finished for #MarvellousMarch 🎧 🌼

Cinfhen Yay for discovering the JOYS of audiobooks ❤️😁🎧 4y
mhillis @Cinfhen It‘s a good thing because I‘m going to have to commute to university by bus starting next month! Lots of listening time! 4y
Cinfhen Woohoo 🙌🏻 perfect 👌🏽 4y
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BookishRedhead
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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Power to the girls!
I loved this, I loved the movie and of course I got the book.
I need more books like this.
Joan Jett the kitty and I wish the bands are real

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MaggieCarr
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Reread Moxie in preparation of Book Club movie night.
⭐❤️⭐❤️⭐❤️⭐❤️⭐❤️⭐❤️⭐❤️⭐❤️⭐❤️⭐

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BookishGirl06
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It was pretty good. I like the message of it and it was so easy to read this in 2 sittings.

AkashaVampie I think i saw that this is on Netflix or Hulu. Have u seen it hun? I believe I added it to my list to watch. 4y
JamieArc I watched it tonight and loved it! 4y
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JamieArc
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Has anyone watched the Netflix film Moxie? I really loved it, and my inner teenage girl has a big crush on Seth. It gave me laughs and happy tears. Immediately moving the book up on my TBR.

Annie1215 Yes! I loved it. The punk rock teen feminist in me loved it. I thought the entire time, 16 year old me would have drooled over Seth. 4y
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BookishGirl06
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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Just started this today and I am already half way done. So far this has been very easy to fly through.

MallenNC I just started listening to this yesterday. I like it so far. 4y
Shamzi I saw the Netflix movie just yesterday, didn't realise it was based on a book. The movie is quite good though!!! 4y
Prairiegirl_reading I read this a couple years ago and just today saw there is a Netflix movie! Lol! @Shamzi 4y
rubyslippersreads I watched the movie today and would like to read the book. 4y
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BookishGirl06
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Girls sometimes have to deal with ridiculous dress code rules but boys can wear shirts that say that at a pep rally in front the pep rally?

katy4peas 😯 4y
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SoManyBooksNotEnoughTime
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Netflix March 3rd

OriginalCyn620 What?! I did not know this! I so loved the book...definitely good news! 4y
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totefairie
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Tonight's read 👓📖
Movie will be released March 3rd on Netflix🍿
#bookstoscreen 🔖📺

TheKidUpstairs I'm so excited for this adaptation! 4y
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swishandflick
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Anybody else had a rough week? Moxie and I are realllyyy looking forward to a long weekend full of snuggles and good books 🐾

Rachbb3 So cute! 4y
kspenmoll Sweetheart! Enjoy your snuggles. This was a tough week!!‘ 4y
JenReadsAlot So adorable! Enjoy! 4y
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MallenNC Such a cute picture. I need a weekend of books too. 4y
squirrelbrain Please can I borrow Moxie for a while?! Such a cutie! 4y
rabbitprincess 😻😻😻 awwww so precious! 4y
HOTPock3tt Moxie is just so adorable!! 😻 I want to borrow her too!! @swishandflick 4y
Leftcoastzen Awwww!😻 4y
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StillLookingForCarmenSanDiego
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♀️✊🏼 I wish I had books like this to read when I was younger! Loved it.

LaraS Love the cover 🖤💖🖤 5y
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TheKidUpstairs
Moxie | Jennifer Mathieu
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This was just what I needed! A fun, quick read about a young girl finding her voice and girls coming together to support and encourage each other, all inspired by the 90s Riotgrrrrls.

#YearofReadingLitsy - thank you to @monalyisha for this gem!
#ReadwithMrBook - one word title @MrBook

MrBook Coool! I‘ll keep it in mind to recommend to patrons 😁! 👍🏻👍🏻 5y
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TheKidUpstairs
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After the emotional rawness of On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous, I needed something fun and uplifting. So I'm starting on this one for my #YearofReadingLitsy. This was a gift from the one and only @monalyisha (and her Moxie) and I'm excited for some fierce riotgrrrl reading!

Bonus: it's also a #OneWordTitle for #ReadwithMrBook @MrBook

kyraleseberg Ahhhh Ioved this one soooo much!! 5y
monalyisha Awww! 5y
MrBook Niiice! 😁👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Looking forward to Vuong. 5y
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TheKidUpstairs
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Littens are, by and large, a generous bunch! Over my years on Litsy, I've received quite a number of excellent reads thanks to this generosity. I've read many, but have equally as many that I haven't gotten to yet. So, as part two of my #YearofReadingLitsy challenge I resolve to read at least one book each month that I've received from an awesome Litten 👊

Johanna414 I have been trying to do this too! So many great books from swaps that I feel guilty for not having read yet! 5y
TheKidUpstairs @Johanna414 I figured I wouldn't be the only Litten in this situation! 5y
MeganAnn What a great idea! I have so many great books from swaps I haven‘t gotten to yet I think I need to make this one of my challenges this year as well 👏🏻📚 ❤️ 5y
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Bknrdadventures
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“Moxie” analyzes how adolescents create their voice and identities when small minds have power. The main character Vivian‘s voice—at first quietly, but louder as she evolves—emerges through her desire to confront the sexism at her school. Mathieu recognizes that change for individuals and a community is not always easy, but the first small steps are important. Read it for the female empowerment and the references to the 90s‘ Riot Grrrls!

kelseynicburke Love the cover 5y
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LoverofLit
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Yes please!

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abookdragonsretreat
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Mini book haul! Love the cover of Moxie.
#Books #YA #New #ToRead #TBR

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RebL
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Aspirational. One hopes for these outcomes. Although I‘ve asked all the teen women I know to read this, I only just finished. Get to work, Amy Poehler & Netflix! #24in48 9:13:16

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DebbieGrillo
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1. No teenagers left in my house. This handsome guy's 20th birthday.
2. I've really been enjoying the tagged YA novel.
3. Some reading, lesson planning and a long walk on the trail, or two.
4. 15°C/60°F was the high today, sun and clouds.
5. We had tacos, birthday boy's choice.

#friYAYintro @howjessreads

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DebbieGrillo
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Definitely possible!

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DebbieGrillo
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Possibly one of the best parts of my job is Silent Reading. 15-20 minutes at the start of nearly every English class to read independently chosen books. I often get to read along with my students. Today I'm reading this. #teachersoflitsy

LittlePixels Oh my gosh, I used to love that when I was in school! It felt like cheating, since it's what I would be doing at home anyway. 😉 6y
BiblioLitten I used to love doing that too! 😃 6y
CuriousG I didn't particularly like teaching English when I had to do it, but I *did* love the 20 of silent reading we did every day. It was heaven in the middle of a work day! 6y
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DebbieGrillo
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1. Moxie by Jennifer Mathieu
2. Rest, relax, and read!
3. Yes. I like eggs cooked any way, as long as the white is fully cooked.
4. Kate, Jen or Anne... a one syllable name for certain.
5. ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

#friYAYintro on Saturday morning @howjessreads

ChasingOm I really enjoyed Moxie! 6y
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DebbieGrillo
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1. To Know and Nurture a Reader
V for Vendetta
Moxie

2. 😊

3. 😊 💗 🌮

#weekendreads @rachelsbrittain

suzisteffen Oooh yes I liked 6y
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Eva_B
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I flew through this one! Overall, a really good book that teenagers will love. A nice intro to feminism for teens. It was, however, a bit cliched. I found the depiction of the teachers a bit annoying and unrealistic. I don‘t think anyone who works in education can really be that clueless. Well, not all of them at least!