Vocab from a Foodie: Sommelier
I love food, but I don't know a lot of "foodie" vocabulary. Stop by and I'll explain what a sommelier is, thanks to Graeme Simsion and his fun book The Rosie P...
Author: Julia Tomiak
I believe in the power of words to improve our lives, and I help people find interesting words to read. Member of SCBWI.
When to Use Affect or Effect
There are word pairs in the English language that have troubled my writing for years. When should I use who or whom? What’s the difference between lay a...
The Difference Between Homograph, Homophone, and Homonym
Do you know the difference between a homograph and a homonym? Thanks to my fifth grade son and his teacher, I do! Let me share with you. There's a quiz for w...
A Book to Make Math Fun
Does math intimidate you or your children? I share a fantastic resource for promoting confidence in math.
What Is a Megabyte Anyway?
Do all of the computer data terms confuse you? Let me help you understand the difference between a gigabyte and a megabyte.
What to Read When You’re Snowed In
Are you snowed in like me? Take advantage of the inside time with some great books. I give suggestions for middle grade, young adult, and adult.