Education is a means of shaping an individual’s life, whether in the classroom or outside of it. It imparts historical, societal, and cultural knowledge, as well as critical thinking skills, and, often, an improved ability to approach unfamiliar situations and subjects rationally and with an open mind. Throughout history, scholars and philosophers have debated the … Continue reading “History of Education: The Purpose of Education (A Reflection)”
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Authors, Developing Words – Fiona Quinn, Part 1
[Editor’s note: This post is part of a continuing series on how writers craft words to express their ideas and to connect with readers. The interview with Ms. Quinn was conducted by Miriam Ruff on May 15, 2019, and is divided in two parts. It has been lightly edited for length and clarity. AceReader had … Continue reading “Authors, Developing Words – Fiona Quinn, Part 1”
Authors, Developing Words – Philippa Gregory
[Editor’s note: This post is part of a continuing series on how writers craft words to express their ideas and to connect with readers.] Born in Nairobi, Kenya in 1954, Philippa Gregory later moved to Bristol, England. She has been publishing historical fiction since 1987, most especially stories set within England’s Tudor period. Her best-known … Continue reading “Authors, Developing Words – Philippa Gregory”
Happy Independence Day
All of us at AceReader would like to wish Americans, both here and abroad, a happy 4th of July, our Independence Day. As you celebrate the holiday, you may want to learn more about this diverse country and its history. You can get a great start with the books listed on Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/list/show/290.Best_Non_fiction_American_History_Books If you’re … Continue reading “Happy Independence Day”
Interview with Fiona Quinn – Reader, Writer, and Homeschool Mom (Part 1)
[Editor’s note: This interview was conducted by Miriam Ruff to trace one person’s path as a reader; to demonstrate the relationship between writing and reading; and to convey the experiences of a homeschool mom teaching her children the love of reading. It has been edited slightly for length, fluency, and clarity.] MR: You are an … Continue reading “Interview with Fiona Quinn – Reader, Writer, and Homeschool Mom (Part 1)”