Summer Reading List

“Between the pages of a book is a lovely place to be.” ~ anonymous Summers are made for reading! Unlock worlds unknown, escape to magical far away lands, or travel in time — books have a way of creating adventure without ever having to leave where we are. With longer…

Tips for design students to stay mentally engaged, active, and creative during summer vacation — [Note: This is an essay I wrote and have been sending to my students every year. Obviously this year, things are a bit different. The pandemic and subsequent lockdowns are going to limit some of the activities I’ve listed here. But on the other hand, they will give you ample…

When I was at the library the other day I saw parents and children hunting down books assigned for the summer reading break. Depending on how much time your child has to complete the book, this can be a hassle, especially if they procrastinate. The book may not be in…

A GUIDE TO SUMMER READING “I just can’t get Samarth to sit down and read,” Sheila groaned to me the other day. “I’ve tried so many different ways to motivate him. You only tell me what to do, na!” A common complaint of parents these days. With so many different shows on TV, video games…

The following is a guest post by Marina Kendrick What’s the most essential item to pack in your beach bag? A good book, of course! We’ve made finding your next beach read easy with these top book picks. With themes that include, finding yourself in your mid-twenties, sacrificing everything for…