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Every school day, teachers and librarians enrich the lives of children — and help them overcome learning challenges. Educators share *4 new stories* about memorable moments in their careers, as part of Menderist's ongoing
'Teacher/Educator' series. See below: menderist.com/tag/teacher-...
Teacher/Educator Archives - Menderist
Every school day, teachers enrich the lives of children — and help them overcome learning challenges. In this ongoing series, educators and others share stories about memorable moments in their time a...
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We all need a hand up sometimes. ♡
October 18, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Horror is for everyone! That's why this book list features all kinds of stories from slightly spooky picture books to action-packed middle-grade horror-comedies to teen gothic romances.

Book list: bookcentre.ca/blogs/articles/halloween-book-list
Chills & Thrills Book List
Do you feel that chill in the air? It's time to bring out the scary stories! We believe horror is for everyone. Whatever your age and whatever your preferred level of freight—there's a book for you. That's why this book list features all kinds of stories from slightly spooky picture books to action-packed middle-grade
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October 16, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Loving the clarity of light & nature's edits at this time of year 🎃
October 17, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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Every school day, teachers and librarians enrich the lives of children — and help them overcome learning challenges. Educators share *4 new stories* about memorable moments in their careers, as part of Menderist's ongoing
'Teacher/Educator' series. See below: menderist.com/tag/teacher-...
Teacher/Educator Archives - Menderist
Every school day, teachers enrich the lives of children — and help them overcome learning challenges. In this ongoing series, educators and others share stories about memorable moments in their time a...
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October 4, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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What does an inspiring school library look like? Educator Fallon Farokhi of @thestoryspectator.bsky.social shares favorite memories of children's responses to the fun environment she and other librarians created. See below: menderist.com/creating-ent...
Creating Enthusiastic Young Readers - Menderist
A librarian shares her successful tips for setting up the library so it encourages children to become enthusiastic readers.
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September 27, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Apples taste best when they're right off the tree. (Photo taken yesterday, during family apple picking at a local orchard.) Supporting local growers. #buylocal
October 6, 2025 at 10:10 PM
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They had more pressing concerns than posing for a picture all together, but I counted seven monarchs! I've never had so many in my garden at once. Moments of hope. 💚 #nativeplants
October 3, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Every school day, teachers and librarians enrich the lives of children — and help them overcome learning challenges. Educators share *4 new stories* about memorable moments in their careers, as part of Menderist's ongoing
'Teacher/Educator' series. See below: menderist.com/tag/teacher-...
Teacher/Educator Archives - Menderist
Every school day, teachers enrich the lives of children — and help them overcome learning challenges. In this ongoing series, educators and others share stories about memorable moments in their time a...
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October 4, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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A sensitive child struggles in Spanish language class – until her teacher takes a more playful approach. Writer and educator @brintonculp.bsky.social shares how a creative idea helped a young student build confidence. See below: menderist.com/helping-a-st...
Helping a Student Build Confidence - Menderist
A middle school student, who is sensitive to noise, builds confidence thanks to a creative approach taken by her Spanish language teacher.
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September 27, 2025 at 1:29 PM
For Kids 8 to 18: 19 Books about Mental Health - Looking for mental health-themed books suitable for parents and children to read together? See list, below. @kerncarter.bsky.social | @sharigreen.bsky.social | @deborahkerbel.com | @kloshaughnessy.bsky.social menderist.com/summer-readi...
Summer Reading: 19 Children's Books with Mental Health Themes - Menderist
Parents can help their children before the teenage years by sharing books about common youth mental health challenges.
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September 27, 2025 at 2:24 PM
A sensitive child struggles in Spanish language class – until her teacher takes a more playful approach. Writer and educator @brintonculp.bsky.social shares how a creative idea helped a young student build confidence. See below: menderist.com/helping-a-st...
Helping a Student Build Confidence - Menderist
A middle school student, who is sensitive to noise, builds confidence thanks to a creative approach taken by her Spanish language teacher.
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September 27, 2025 at 1:29 PM
It can be challenging to keep children reading – and when they succeed, it’s time to celebrate! A peek into a middle school’s celebration, shared by a teacher-librarian. See below: menderist.com/celebrating-...
Celebrating Children's Reading Success - Menderist
A librarian shares how she celebrates her elementary students’ reading success with a special day in the library.
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September 27, 2025 at 1:27 PM
What does an inspiring school library look like? Educator Fallon Farokhi of @thestoryspectator.bsky.social shares favorite memories of children's responses to the fun environment she and other librarians created. See below: menderist.com/creating-ent...
Creating Enthusiastic Young Readers - Menderist
A librarian shares her successful tips for setting up the library so it encourages children to become enthusiastic readers.
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September 27, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Many people credit a special teacher for helping them through a
challenging time as a child or youth. As the new school year's about to begin, we revisit 9 memorable stories from teachers, sharing the 'why' behind their work. menderist.com/tag/teacher-...
Teacher/Educator Archives - Menderist
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August 8, 2025 at 7:42 PM
"She needs you," the principal said about the student others wanted moved from my class. Years later, chance
encounters in town proved some connections are meant to last. A heartfelt story from an educator about teaching beyond the classroom. menderist.com/paths-meant-to-cross/
Paths Meant to Cross - Menderist
A teacher’s story about helping a struggling student, and how doing so made a positive impact on her own life.
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August 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Summer Reads for Kids 8 to 18: looking for mental health-themed books for your children to read? See our list of 19 titles, including books by ‪@kerncarter.bsky.social | @sharigreen.bsky.social | @deborahkerbel.com | @kloshaughnessy.bsky.socialmenderist.com/summer-readi...
Summer Reading: 19 Children's Books with Mental Health Themes - Menderist
Parents can help their children before the teenage years by sharing books about common youth mental health challenges.
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July 18, 2025 at 4:11 PM
For Canadians - Trying to help a youth navigate mental health Issues? See Menderist's *Updated Summer 2025* list of Canadian resources available from leading mental health organizations. See below: menderist.com/mental-healt...
Mental Health Support for Families, Caregivers in Canada - Menderist
An introduction to where a family can find mental health support in Canada, including psychologists, psychiatrists, addiction therapists.
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July 18, 2025 at 3:42 PM
For Americans - trying to help a youth navigate mental health issues? See Menderist's *Updated Summer 2025* list of American resources available from leading mental health organizations. See below: menderist.com/mental-healt...
Mental Health Support for Families, Caregivers in the United States - Menderist
An introduction to where a family can find mental health support in the U.S., including psychologists, psychiatrists, addiction therapists.
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July 18, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Navigating Our Son’s Severe Anxiety – a family shares how they helped their child work through mental health challenges menderist.com/how-we-helpe...
How We Helped Our Son Navigate Severe Anxiety - Menderist
A family shares its journey to help support, and find resources for, their child dealing with anxiety and the effects on mental health.
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July 11, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Summer Reads for Kids 8 to 18: looking for mental health-themed books for your children to read? See our list of 19 titles, including books by authorlisafipps.bsky.social | deborahkerbel.bsky.social | chadgalucas.bsky.social | mrschureads.bsky.social
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Summer Reading: 19 Children's Books with Mental Health Themes - Menderist
Parents can help their children before the teenage years by sharing books about common youth mental health challenges.
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July 11, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Trying to catch the blossoms before they’re gone ….
May 18, 2025 at 10:15 PM
A Mother’s Day story – Author Cheryl Oreglia describes how her mother’s encouragement of creative play, kindness and family rituals led to an unusual decision years ago. menderist.com/mermaids-and-the-warrior-memories-of-my-mother/
Mermaids and the Warrior: Memories of My Mother - Menderist
In a Mother’s Day tribute, an author shares how her mother’s encouragement of creative play and family rituals left a lifelong impact.
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May 12, 2025 at 12:51 AM
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A couple of mini-memoir pieces by moi in the current edition of the Menderist magazine. if you send me a direct message, telling me the place where my mum used to hide the newspapers, and let me know your favorite charity, I'll make a small donation, until the piggy bank goes dry. menderist.com
Stories About Turning the Day Around - Menderist
Menderist is a place where people share short essays, anecdotes, & stories about moments when a difficult situation begins turning around
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May 11, 2025 at 7:50 PM
A Mother’s Day story – a writer describes the inspiration he received from his mother’s love of travel, art, reading, and conversation. He also remembers his mom’s communication skills and an amusing conversation long ago. #MothersDay menderist.com/my-mothers-practical-help-and-inspiration/
My Mother's Practical Help and Inspiration - Menderist
In a Mother’s Day tribute, a broadcaster explains the lifelong impact of his mother’s practical help and many interests.
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May 12, 2025 at 12:49 AM