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Have you been to your local library lately? Not only is it a great source of books, perfect for summer reading, libraries have so much more to offer these days… and they do a great job making your job easier during summer break.
You know it’s important to encourage your kids to read as much as possible during the summer. It’s one of the best ways to ensure their minds stay active and that they retain much of what they’ve learned throughout the school year. But getting the kids to actually sit down and read is another story.
Almost all libraries host summer reading challenges for kids of all (reading) ages. Head on over to yours with the kids and get them signed up.
These challenges usually involve a reading log and the kids can win some sort of prizes. Many libraries will also host kick-off parties and various events throughout the summer to get kids into reading. Continue reading
Submitted by: Karen C. Greenlee
Prep Time: approx. 10 Minutes
Cook Time: approx. 5 Minutes
” Tony is my husband. He brought home a recipe he had gotten from someone at work, and it was adapted over time to this recipe — so I named it “Tony’s Summer Pasta”. The tomatoes and cheese are marinated in oil, basil, and garlic, and then tossed with the hot linguine. The tomatoes are warmed and the cheese melts ever so slightly, creating a simple but delectable meal. “
Ingredients
1 (16 ounce) package linguini pasta
6 Roma tomatoes
1 pound shredded mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
6 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
ground black pepper to taste Continue reading
