Value of ‘adaptive normalcy’ (Response to Emile Ennis Jr.)

A video by Emile Ennis Jr. recently came across my social media feed. I really needed to hear his message about “adaptive normalcy,” and the legitimacy of maintaining your daily routine during times of stress and uncertainty.
https://youtu.be/2MEoU04ibzg

Brochures for books in SRCSA library

Among library marketing: I used Canva to create several bifold brochures that highlight various types of books in SRCSA library. These include genres, formats, award winners, affinity groups, etc., and I periodically update the brochures to showcase fresh selections.

Read-a-Thon coming to SRCSA

An exciting development leading up to Scholastic Book Fair at Santa Rosa Charter School for the Arts: Our parent’s group, SACO, is going to host a Read-a-Thon during February 2026.
https://youtu.be/a-w5ugvM5po

‘Read Harder’ Challenge: Some books I’m reading in 2026

I’ve set a goal to read 60 books in 2026. Many of the books will be applied toward prompts for the Book Riot Read Harder Challenge.
https://youtu.be/wERb3kVZ85A

Instructions for Dancing (eBook preview)

Presenting … First-chapter Friday, the eBook edition. This month’s selection features Instructions for Dancing by Nicola Yoon.