Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Now Is the Perfect Time to Get Started on Your Child’s Summer Reading List




As you get ready to take those last minute vacations or trips before the school season starts back up, don’t forget to check and see what’s on your child’s back to school and late summer reading list. Although your child may not be initially very eager to start reading, once you find the right books to spark their interests, you’ll have no trouble getting them to participate.

As you glance over the list, you may notice that some of those titles seem a little dry or boring. But that’s nothing to worry about. You see, one of the best things about books is that their titles can be misleading and in many cases don’t do the contents inside much justice. That’s why it is said to never judge a book by its cover. Book covers primarily serve to protect the pages of books from damage. Until you and your child actually open up those pages to read what’s inside, you’ll never know what you are missing.

Here are some ways you can encourage your child to happily devour the books on their reading list:


  • Don’t expect your child to grab every book they see on that reading list. Spend some time with them to discuss the titles that you may be familiar with and to look for the ones you aren’t too familiar with.
  • Set small goals. Your child has probably spent the majority of the summer relaxing. Don’t overwhelm them with the expectation of reading entire books. Have them read a few chapters and provide you with summaries about them so you know of they are understanding and or enjoying the material they have read.
  • Talk with them. Don’t just leave your child hanging in the wind after they have read their books. Actively engage them into a conversation that shows your interest and love for books. This will help to foster their love for reading and give you both a reason to spend more quality time together at your local bookstore in Tennessee.

Come on down to the Book Attic. We are a premier retailer of used books. We buy, sell and trade used paperbacks in all popular nonfiction and fiction genres. We are open seven days a week and are located at 2209 Gallatin Pike North Madison, TN 37115.

Monday, July 13, 2015

Feeling Bored? Pick Up a Book




Do you ever feel bored and no matter what channel you turn to on the television, it just isn’t enough to pique your interest? Or you may simply be in search of something to do after a long day that doesn’t require much physical activity? Instead of jumping on your computer or tablet to stress and strain your eyes, consider reading a chapter or two in a book.

Books have been around for a long time and are a great leisure activity. They are cheap, easy to take with you and fun to read. You don’t need to always resort to using an electronic means of entertainment to overstimulate your senses. Sometimes it’s best to resort to engaging in an activity that is low stress and impact for your mind and body.

Paperback hardback books are making a comeback. This is largely due to their affordability (they can be purchased for far less money than many e-books) and there’s nothing quite like being able to physically curl up into your favorite spot with a physical book. Reading is so much more than an enjoyable habit to many, it is a way of life.

Sometimes, it’s easy to lose sight of how valuable books are when it’s been awhile since you’ve had the opportunity to indulge in one. Every now and then you need to remind yourself that books are one of life’s most enjoyable guilty pleasures that poses no harm to your health whatsoever. Even if you haven’t done so before, now is the perfect time for you to make plans to stop by your favorite local Tennessee bookstore. Take a trip down memory lane and look for some of your favorite childhood classics, visit the reference or education section to learn something new or try something new to reignite your passion for reading.


Visit the Book Attic today to find reacquaint yourself with the wonderful world of books.