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Committed to improving the quality of literacy instruction and encouraging the development of a lifelong love of reading.

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Visit us at Booth #204 to learn how JUMP Math supports numeracy skills and fluency in mathematics -- which, according to the research, also helps kids become better readers, writers, and reasoners in all subjects.

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20.02.2026 15:25 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The East York-Scarborough Reading Association, in partnership with CDW and Apple, looks forward to welcoming all participants to meet informally the evening prior to the conference.

Delicious hors d'oeuvres will be served with a cash bar. We will be joined by singer/songwriter Barry Canning.

18.02.2026 21:14 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We are so close to the start of Reading for the Love of It 2026! If you want to plan what sessions that you would like to attend, you can use our Programme Book, website, or app to do so. Event code: RFTLOI2026. www.eventmobi.com/app/

All sessions are first-come, first-seated.

18.02.2026 19:06 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Let Them Read! Reading as autonomous learning We often encourage students to take ownership over their choices, always reminding them that they are responsible for their own actions. We go so far as to deliver consequences for those actions, posi...

Check out our latest Speaking of Reading blog post: β€œLet Them Read! Reading as autonomous learning” written by Jennifer Cicero.

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Jennifer Cicero is one of our #RFTLOI2026 speakers. She will be presenting alongside Kathleen Steele on Thursday and Friday.

06.02.2026 22:11 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Our RFTLOI 2026 Programme Book is now live! πŸŽ‰ We can't wait to see all of you at the conference ❀️ drive.google.com/drive/folder...

30.01.2026 21:24 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Great Reads for December 2025 Looking for your next read this holiday? Check out our December 2025 book list!

Looking for your next read this holiday? Check out our December 2025 book list on our blog Speaking of Reading! readingfortheloveofit.com/speaking-of-...

22.12.2025 17:36 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Our Index of Speakers and at a Glance pages from our programme book are live! View the full documents: drive.google.com/drive/folder...

19.12.2025 21:29 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Power of Reading from Birth Did you know that reading consistently to children β€” even just 20 minutes a day β€” from birth, has been proven to benefit babies in multiple areas of development?

Did you know that reading consistently to children β€” even just 20 minutes a day β€” from birth, has been proven to benefit babies in multiple areas of development?

Learn more in our latest Speaking of Reading blog post, The Power of Reading from Birth: readingfortheloveofit.com/speaking-of-...

13.11.2025 22:23 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Awards The Reading Awards The Reading Awards is an annual awards ceremony celebrating excellence in literacy instruction. Each year, the East York-Scarborough Reading Association accepts nominations of On…

We are now accepting nominations for the 2026 Reading Awards! Visit the awards section of our website to submit a nomination.

This is an annual awards ceremony to celebrate excellence in literacy instruction. Winners are selected from nominations made here: readingfortheloveofit.com/awards/

10.11.2025 22:39 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Our Early Bird Registration Rate ends in 1 week! Register before August 31st at 11:59 PM to take advantage of this discounted rate. readingfortheloveofit.com/register/

25.08.2025 19:06 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Reading for the Love of It 2026 conference registration is open! Register before September 1st to receive our early bird registration rate.

readingfortheloveofit.com/register/

11.08.2025 19:41 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Great Reads for Summer 2025 Whether you're looking to reconnect with your love of reading, or gather fresh ideas for your classroom, this summer reading list has something for everyone!

Check out our summer reading list in our most recent Speaking of Reading blog post!
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30.07.2025 22:52 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Book Review: The Probability of Everything by Sarah Everett The Probability of Everything by Sarah Everett follows eleven-year-old Kemi Carter as she navigates family, identity, and racism amid impending disaster, delivering an emotional and powerful narrative...

Check out our latest Speaking of Reading post! It's a book review of The Probability of Everything by Sarah Everett. The review is written by Prithiga Ravichandran.

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30.04.2025 20:48 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The feedback we have received from the 2025 conference and session surveys has proven incredibly useful as we move forward with planning Reading for the Love of It 2026. Thank you so much to everyone who took the time to fill the surveys out! The 2026 ticket winner has been privately contacted.

28.04.2025 23:04 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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2025 Reading Award Recipients At the 2025 RFTLOI Dinner Banquet, Elizabeth Blake honored award recipients Melissa Pignataro and Andrea Smith, recognized for their exceptional leadership and passion for fostering literacy and a lov...

We celebrated two amazing teachers, Melissa Pignataro and Andrea Smith, at the 2025 RFTLOI Dinner Banquet. You can learn more about them in our latest Speaking of Reading post: readingfortheloveofit.com/speaking-of-...

25.04.2025 16:05 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Get Involved Get Involved There are many ways to get involved with the Reading for the Love of It conference: Become a speaker and share your knowledge of literacy instruction, and teaching strategies Become an…

Interested in presenting at Reading for the Love of It? Our Speaker Proposal Form is now live on our website’s Get Involved page!

readingfortheloveofit.com/get-involved/

11.04.2025 22:33 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Myth of Normal and the Need for a Trauma-Informed Education System The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified existing youth mental health issues, revealing the necessity for trauma-informed education that prioritizes emotional intelligence and well-being alongside tradit...

β€œIn fact, right now we are being presented with a unique opportunity for society to build back better and stronger while promoting healthy conditions for all.” – Natasha Serba

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09.04.2025 22:21 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0