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Author: Rebecca Angel

Rebecca Angel was one of those kids that put the dragon book on top of her pile in the hopes that someone would say, "Hey, I'm into that stuff too!" Alas, she had to wait until she was an adult to find fellow geeks. Luckily, she married one and their kids are too. A music teacher by day, Rebecca is also a lover of tea, science literacy, funky tights, RPGs, anime, manga, comics, fantasy books and movies.
The Little Kitten book cover

Four Cozy Picture Books for Fall

September 25, 2020September 24, 2020Rebecca Angel

One of my favorite sweater-weather activities is cozy reading with a hot cup of tea or cocoa and a little one snuggled up. Here are four picture books for fall, perfect for reading together on a comfy couch.

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20 Years of Homeschooling Success

August 23, 2020August 22, 2020Rebecca Angel2

Rebecca attended traditional school settings, but she homeschooled her kids. Here’s how to have success in all forms of education.

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The Weirn Books 1: Be Wary of the Silent Woods

July 1, 2020June 30, 2020Rebecca Angel

The world of Nightschool by Chmakova is back in The Weirn Books: Be Wary of the Silent Woods, the first of a middle grade graphic novels set in a small town that hosts magical creatures. Two young witches must brave both middle school and a creepy mansion in the Silent Woods to save a missing little brother.

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Black authors

Black Author Reviews Worth Reading Again

June 24, 2020June 23, 2020Rebecca Angel

Just in case you missed them the first time, here are books I enjoyed that happened to be from Black authors.

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Review: Yamaha’s Newest Instrument, the Alto Venova

May 28, 2020Rebecca Angel

Light-weight and sturdy, the alto venova is perfect for those who want to learn a new reed instrument or teach their child.

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Yamaha’s Pianica is a Perfect Starter Instrument

May 21, 2020May 20, 2020Rebecca Angel3

The pianica is Yamaha’s latest addition to their music family. It is easy to use and inexpensive.

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‘The Amber Anthem’ Review from 5Worlds Adventure Series

May 7, 2020May 11, 2020Rebecca Angel

The Amber Anthem takes readers right back into the action of Oona and her friends trying to light all the planetary beacons and save the 5 Worlds!

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Social (Media) Distancing: A Stress Break

April 3, 2020April 3, 2020Rebecca Angel3

Stress can kill Rebecca Angel. But everyone is at risk of stress-induced illness. Learn how to reduce stress by tuning out.

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Help Students Online learning

Nerds to the Rescue! Help Students in Your Community During COVID-19

March 16, 2020March 16, 2020Rebecca Angel7

We as a community can help our students thrive during this challenging time by bridging the digital divide and offering tech-savviness.

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A Guide to NPC Diversity in RPGs

March 5, 2020March 4, 2020Rebecca Angel

‘Friends, Foes, and Other Fine Folks’ has 58 NPCs for your game to easily bring diversity into any setting. A variety of age, gender, orientation, disabilities, and skin color and body shapes creates a better playing experience.

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Sandhya Menon 'Of Curses and Kisses'

Sandhya Menon ‘Of Curses and Kisses’ and a Parent’s Role in Reading Diversity

February 12, 2020February 11, 2020Rebecca Angel

Author Sandhya Menon answers questions about her latest YA romance, Of Curses and Kisses’, and diversity in the genre.

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Inward Bound Mindfulness Education

February 4, 2020February 3, 2020Rebecca Angel1

iBme is an organization dedicated to bringing mindfulness to teens through retreats that foster inward growth. Here is an interview with one of the teachers at these incredible experiences.

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Stepping Back Into Cons With Arisia

January 26, 2020January 25, 2020Rebecca Angel4

It’s been a while. Rebecca Angel took time off from geeky conventions due to chronic illness. Here she shares her weekend adventures at Arisia with her son as they enjoyed gaming, art, panels, and watching ‘Firefly’ when it was time to rest.

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Top 10 Fandoms in 10 Years

December 30, 2019March 13, 2020Rebecca Angel4

For a decade, Rebecca Angel has been writing about her fandoms. She looked through the all and found her top ten, some were obvious while others surprising. Can you guess?

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The Original Pirate Carols

December 17, 2019December 16, 2019Rebecca Angel

While Rebecca Angel appreciates the pillaging, she wants some credit for all the Pirate Carols she created with friends over the years! Here’s a link to the original downloadable lyric sheet so everyone can get in the fun!

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A “Green” Christmas Tree: Real or Fake?

December 15, 2019December 16, 2019Rebecca Angel2

My family has fluctuated between real and fake trees, and I never thought too much about it until recently, as climate change risks and environmentalism have become a factor in all my purchases.

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Ryan Calejo, author of The Castle of Bones

‘Charlie Hernandez and The Castle of Bones’ Interview With Ryan Calejo

December 12, 2019December 11, 2019Rebecca Angel

Charlie Hernandez is on another adventure in the pre-teen series of Hispanic folklore in ‘The Castle of Bones’. Author Ryan Calejo answers questions about his books, characters, and keeping family stories alive.

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The Secret Social Media Experiment Part 2

December 2, 2019December 1, 2019Rebecca Angel3

A social media experiment lasting a few months showed surpring results and a discussion with Rebecca Angel’s son about healthy connections.

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The Secret Social Media Experiment Part 1

December 1, 2019November 29, 2019Rebecca Angel1

Rebecca Angel did a months-long social media experiment to see if her absence had any impact on her connections and mental health. And did anyone even notice?

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What Science Can and Can’t Tell Us About Social Media and Mental Health

November 21, 2019November 20, 2019Rebecca Angel1

Does social media negatively impact the mental health of its users? Looking at the data available, signs point to yes, but there are significant flaws in that research. What can a parent do?

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