🎉 Full Read a Black Voice Challenge Unlocked: Day 10 Prompt, Week 1 Winner, & Community Love
👀 Next Episode: The ABCs of Black History 📚💕
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Today, we’re sharing the full challenge experience with all subscribers—not just paid ones! Usually, only paid subscribers get the daily prompts, reflections, and journaling questions. If you’d like to get emails like this every day, 💡 Try it free for 7 days here!
📚 Week 1 Winner Announcement: Sherika M! 🎉
See the full announcement video in the FB group or Substack chat.
✨ Weekly Prizes: Random winners get 1 book by a Black author.
✨ Grand Prize: A book bundle for the top point-earner!
It’s never too late to join and earn points— Click here for full instructions and the point system.
Day 10 Prompt
Read a book by a Black author, and share a picture of the author’s note with us.
Earn your points by sharing your photo in the chat. Or share in the FB Group.
Today, as a special bonus and sneak peek, all subscribers will find reflection questions and a short journaling prompt below— to help you dive a little deeper. As always, it’s not about perfection—it’s about connection.
Reflection Questions & Short Journaling Prompt
Reflection Questions:
What did you or your child learn from the author’s note that added to the reading experience?
Did this note spark any curiosity about the author’s personal story or motivations for writing the book?
Journal Prompt: How did today’s author’s note help you or your child connect to the story on a deeper level? Reflect on how understanding the author’s perspective can change the way your family views books.
🌟 Community Spotlight: Leslie Catlett of The Penmanship Lab 🌟
We’re excited to highlight Leslie Catlett, founder of The Penmanship Lab—a handwriting and fine motor coaching service helping kids improve legibility, build confidence, and thrive in school and beyond.
Leslie, an experienced occupational therapist, offers personalized coaching both in-person (subject to travel) and virtually worldwide.
A huge thank you, Leslie, for helping spread the word about Reading To Connect!
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👀 Coming Next: Special Interview with Rio Cortez
Join us for a special conversation with Rio Cortez, author of The ABCs of Black History and The ABCs of Women’s History. Don’t miss it—releasing today!
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