This year the first day of autumn will be September 23, 2015. That means we still have two months of summer left! Below is a late-summer reading list plucked from the minds and shelves of Fairmount Ventures staff. All are good choices for the beach, the pool or the porch. Enjoy! Continue reading
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Community Reading for Philadelphians
“Summertime slide” is the term that describes what occurs when young students don’t read during the summer months while they’re not in school. These kids lose up to three months of reading achievement and begin to fall behind their peers. Lest you fall into your own summertime slide as you enjoy Philadelphia’s rich cultural scene, pop-up gardens, and attractions, Fairmount has curated a list of reading resources that can help keep you engaged and up-to-date: Continue reading