by LearnAsYouGrow on January 24, 2012
As some of you may have noticed, the store at shop.learnasyougrow.com has been closed. Due to declining activity levels, it no longer made sense to maintain the store. We have also removed the store page from our site and corresponding links.
We will continue to promote and sell God Loves You So Much…. through other channels. In addition, the store may be reopened as we release additional books and/or if activity levels increase.
In the meantime, if you would like to order a copy through the site, please send a request through the “Contact Us” page and we will make the necessary arrangements.
Thank you for your continued support of Learn As You Grow.
by LearnAsYouGrow on January 24, 2012
I had the pleasure of attending a powerful retreat last weekend called One Year to Live.
One Year to Live was developed by Lutheran Men in Mission in partnership with Lyman Coleman, CEO and founder of Serendipity Publishing House. It is a lay led event that is designed to be “life changing”. Based on the impact I saw in those attending, it definitely lives up to that claim.
I was able to attend with my dad and brothers, which made the event even better. However, I recommend the retreat for any men reading this post or the men in your life. The retreat is expanding across the country, so there will be more opportunities to attend in the future.
Check it out!
by LearnAsYouGrow on August 16, 2011
I knew my posts were becoming more sporadic, but just realized it has been several weeks since my last post.
I could write down several excuses, but sometimes pictures just say more.
Until this mess is straight, my posts will likely be less consistent. However, I wanted you to know Learn As You Grow is still here and should have some interesting developments in the coming months.
by LearnAsYouGrow on July 27, 2011
I read this week on Publishers Weekly that Brown Street Books in Rhinelander, WI was closing its doors.
Joan Belongia, the owner of Brown Street Books, stated that several factors contributed to her decision. “Kindle, Nook, paperback discounts at Barnes and Noble, Amazon…I just can’t compete,” she explained. Sales at Brown Street Books have dropped 5% each year for the past two years. Christmas sales were lackluster this year, and a huge snowstorm in January halved sales to teachers and librarians at an annual event held offsite that was sponsored by the regional reading council.
The article also quotes her as saying, “I think with Borders closing, publishers will raise prices. What else can they do? Borders is gone, and booksellers will bear the brunt of it.”
As we accept and adapt to new technology, I hope there is still room for independent book stores. They are really something to treasure, not cast aside.
by LearnAsYouGrow on July 19, 2011
I have been reviewing some old posts and came across one from Literacy News listing 3 ways parents can help a struggling reader. The article suggests:
1. Parental Involvement
2. Get Expert Advice
3. Encourage Reading at Home
The article seems to indicate they are listed in priority or sequential order, but it seems that focusing on 1 & 3 early should reduce the need for the second.
I understand the need for professional assistance in some cases, but also believe parents have a tremendous amount of control (and responsibility) over the literacy of their children.
Read early and often!
