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May 16, 2025

A Year full of Seasonal and Holiday Fun Challenge

Welcome to A Year full of Seasonal and Holiday Fun Challenge. This Challenge is based on several Levels. You may choose whatever Level you want to do. There are Levels with a Combined Spell It and Scavenger Hunt.

This Challenge is for you to have some fun with the Season of the year and/or Holidays in the Year and/or the fun of Months in the Year. You can redo the Challenge once you complete it if you want.

Dates: Start When You Sign Up / Open-End Date

Rules:
-You Must Choose a Level (1)
-You need to have a partial list and the Level you choose, and copy the List in your first post or video
-You May Cross Read
-All Formats are Acceptable
-One Book Can only work for one Task if you are doing the Scavenger Hunt
-One Book Title can only work for one letter of Spell It
-Have Fun with it
- Show the date you finish your book
- If Task asks for Cover, please make sure you post the Cover and make sure that it corresponds with the Task
- You may update your original post, but please make sure you Post and update me so I can see or watch as you track your Progress

- ETA: For Hard Letters (Q, U, X, Y, Z),  you may use the first Letters of the author's First or Last Name

How it Works and How to Use:


Here is the Spreadsheet: A Year of Seasonal and Holiday Fun Challenge (Just make sure you make a Copy of the spreadsheet)

Levels Explained:
Level 1 - Spell It (Seasons)
Level 2 - Spell It (Months)
Level 3 - Spell It (Holidays)
Level 4 - Spell It (Levels 1-3)
Level 5 - Scavenger Hunt (Seasons)
Level 6 - Scavenger Hunt (Months)
Level 7 - Scavenger Hunt (Holidays)
Level 8 - Scavenger Hunt (Levels 5-7)
Level 9 - Combined Seasons (Level 1,5)
Level 10 - Combined Months (Level 2,6)
Level 11 - Combined Holidays (Level 3,7)
Level 12 - Everything, But the Combinations (Levels 1-3,5-7)
Total Levels: 12

Level 1 – Spell It (Seasons)
SPRING
SUMMER
AUTUMN (FALL)
WINTER

Level 2 – Spell it (Months)
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
MARCH
APRIL
MAY
JUNE
JULY
AUGUST
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER

Level 3 – Spell it (Holidays)
NEW YEARS DAY
VALENTINE'S DAY
ST. PATRICK'S DAY
EASTER
MOTHER'S DAY
MEMORIAL DAY
FATHER'S DAY
4TH OF JULY
LABOR DAY
HALLOWEEN
THANKSGIVING
CHRISTMAS

Level 4 – Spell it (All) – This level is for all 3 levels of Spell it. You have to spell out each Season, Month of the year, and each Holiday. Copy Words from all of the Spell It Levels.

Level 5 – Scavenger Hunt (Seasons)
A. SPRING
1. Read a book that has a spring like on the cover.
2. Read a book about a baby animal.
3. Read a book that has the word “FLOWERS” in the book Title or Read a book that has each letter of the book title found in the word “FLOWERS.”
B. SUMMER
1. Read a book that located in Florida or California.
2. Read a book that has a “SUMMER” related things on the Cover.
3. Read a Beach Read.
4. Read a book that has the word “SUMMER” in book title or Read a book that has each letter of the book title in the word “SUMMER”
C. AUTUMN (FALL)
1. Read a book that has the word “School” in the Series Title.
2. Read about book with a School or School Bus on the Cover.
3. Read a book that take place in a school.
4. Read a book that has the word “LEAVES” in book title or Read a book with Author Initials that can be found in the word “LEAVES.”
D. WINTER
1. Read a book about a Sport that in Winter.
2. Read a book with a “WINTER Theme” on the Cover.
3. Read a book that is set in Colorado or Washington or New England.

Level 6 – Scavenger Hunt (Months)
A. JANURAY
1. Martin Luther King Day – Read a book about Martin Luther King
2. National Soup Month – Read a book about Soup or Read a book with the word “Soup” in the book title
3. Chinese New Year – Read a book about Dragons
B. FEBRUARY
1. Read a book that has a Red or Pink Cover.
2. Creative Romance Month – Read a Romance book.
3. Groundhog Day – Read a book about Groundhogs or Read a book with the word “Groundhog” in the book title or Read a book that relates to Groundhog Day.
4. National Bird Feeding Month – Read a book with a Bird on the Cover or Read a book about birds.
5. Mardi Gras – Read a book about Mardi Gras or Read a book that is set in New Orleans.
6. Black History Month - Read a book about an African American.
C. MARCH
1. Women's History Month – Read a book about Woman's Rights or Read about a woman that changed History.
2. National Nutrition Month – Read a book about fitness or Read a book with Food on the Cover.
D. APRIL
1. National Garden Month – Read a book about a Gardens or Read about Gardening or Read a book with a Garden on the Cover or Read a book about a Gardener.
2. Pets Are Wonderful Month – Read a book about Pets or Read book with Pet on the Cover
3. Arbor Day – Read a book about Arbor Day or Read a book with the word “Arbor” in book title or read a book with a Tree on the Cover
E. MAY
1. National Nurse Day – Read a book about a Nurse or Read a Book with a Character works in that position or Read a book with a Nurse on the Cover
2. National Strawberry Month – Read a book with a Strawberry on the Cover or Read a book that has a “Red” cover
3. National Share a Story Month – Read a Children book
F. JUNE
1. National Flag Month – Read a book with a Flag on the Cover
2. First Day of Summer – Read a book about Vacation
G. JULY
1. Fireworks Safety Month – Read a book that has a Fireworks on the Cover
2. National Blueberry Month – Read a book about Blueberries or Read a book with blueberries on the cover
3. Parents Day – Read a book about Parents or Read a book about Family or Read a book with Parents on the Cover
H. AUGUST
1. Friendship Day – Read a book about Friendship
2. Sisters' Day – Read a book about Sisters or Read a book about Siblings
3. National Aviation Day – Read a book about Flying or Read a book with an Airplane on the Cover
I. SEPTEMBER
1. Grandparents Day – Read a book about Grandparents or Read a book with Grandparents on the Cover
2. First Day of Fall – Read a book about Autumn or Read a book about School
3. Football Season – Read a book about Football
J. OCTOBER
1. Gourmet Adventures Month – Read an “ADVENTURE” book
2. Family History Month – Read a book about Family or Read a book with a Family on the Cover
3. National Children's Day – Read any children's book
K. NOVEMBER
1. Latin American Month – Read a book that is set in Mexico
2. Georgia Pecan Month – Read a book that takes place in Georgia or Read about about Pecans or Read a book that is about Georgia
3. Thanksgiving – Read a book about Thanksgiving or Read a book about giving Thanks, Read a book with the word “Thanksgiving”in the book title or Read a book that has a “Thanksgiving Theme” on the Cover
L. DECEMBER
1. First Day of Winter – Read a book that is set in a Winter Climate or Read a book about Winter or Read a book with “Winter Theme” on the Cover
2. Read a New Book Month – Read a New Book
3. Happy Holidays – Read a book that is about Kwanzaa, Christmas, Hanukkah
4. Kwanzaa – Read a book with the word “Kwanzaa” in the book Title

Level 7 – Scavenger Hunt (Holidays)
A. NEW YEARS DAY
1. Read a book about New Year's Day.
2. Read a book Author Initials can be found in the word “RESOLUTIONS”
3. Read a book with the Authors first name or Last Name can be found in the word “NEW YEARS DAY”
B. VALENTINE'S DAY
1. Read a Romance book.
2. Read a book with a Heart on the cover.
3. Read a book about Love.
4. Read a book with Chocolate on the cover or Read a book about Chocolate.
5. Read a book with a Pink or Red cover.
C. ST. PATRICK'S DAY
1. Read a book with a Leprechaun(s) on the cover or Read about a Leprechaun(s)
2. Read a book with a Shamrock(s) on the cover or Read a book about Shamrocks
3. Read a book about someone having Good Luck.
D. EASTER
1. Read a book about Bunnies or Read a book with a Bunny on the Cover.
2. Read a book with the word “Easter” in book Title.
3. Read a book about Easter Eggs.
4. Read a book with Chicks on the Cover or Read about a book about Chicks.
E. MOTHER'S DAY
1. Read a book about a Mother and Son relationship
2. Read a book about a Mother and Daughter relationship
3. Read a Book with the word “Mother” in the book Title
F. MEMORIAL DAY
1. Read a book about Memorial Day.
2. Read a book with the colors “Red”, “White” and “Blue” on Book Cover
3. Read a book that has an American Flag on the Cover
4. Read a book about the Civil War
G. FATHER'S DAY
1. Read a book with a Father and Son Relationship
2. Read a book with a Father and Daughter Relationship
H. 4TH OF JULY
1. Read a book with the words “Stars”, “Stripes”, “Forever” in the Book Title
2. Read a book about the 4th of July
3. Read a book with the colors “Red”, “White” and “Blue” on the Cover
I. LABOR DAY
1. Read a book about a Carnival
2. Read a book about Family Picnic
3. Read a Nature Book
J. HALLOWEEN
1. Read a book that is about Ghost(s) or Read a book with a Ghost or Ghosts on the Cover
2. Read a book that is about Witch(s) or Read a book with a Witch(s) on the Cover.
3. Read a book with a Raven or Crow on the Cover.
4. Read a book with Vampires or Bats on the Cover or Read a book about Vampires or Bats
5. Read a book about Pumpkins or Read a book about Jack O'Lanterns
K. THANKSGIVING
1. Read a book on Turkeys or Read a book with a Turkey on the Cover
2. Read a book about Thanksgiving
3. Read a book Native Americans or Read a book with an Native American on the cover
4. Read a book on Indians or Read a book with Indian(s) on the Cover
5. Read a book about the Mayflower or Read a book with the word “Mayflower” in the book title.
L. CHRISTMAS
1. Read a book about Christmas
2. Read a book about Santa Claus or Read a book with Santa on the Cover
3. Read a book about Family or Read a book with a Family on the Cover

Level 8 – Scavenger Hunt (All) – This level is for all 3 levels of Scavenger Hunt. You have to do all tasks for each Season, Month of the year, and each of the Holidays. Copy Tasks from all of the Scavenger Hunt Levels.

Level 9 - Spell It, Scavenger Hunt, (Seasons) – This is level is the Combination of both Seasons. You would have to Spell It and do the Scavenger Hunt. Copy words from Level 1 and Tasks from Level 5.

Level 10 - Spell It, Scavenger Hunt, (Months) – This is level is the Combination of both Months. You would have to Spell It and do the Scavenger Hunt.Copy Words from Level 2 and Tasks from Level 6.

Level 11 - Spell It, Scavenger Hunt, (Holidays) – This is level is the Combination of both Holidays. You would have to Spell It and do the Scavenger Hunt. Copy Words from Level 3 and Tasks from Level 7.


Level 12 - Everything but the Combinations Levels – You do all the Spell it (3) and Scavenger Hunts (3) you would just skip the Combinations Levels. You are doing Level 1-3 and Levels 5-7. Copy Words from Level 1-3 and Tasks from Level 5-7.

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December 24, 2021

Book Review: Ava and Aaron's Christmas Story in Rhyme

Book Title:
Ava and Aaron's Christmas Story in Rhyme
Author: Roger Carlson
Genres: Children, Christmas, Holiday, Rhyming, Reading, Family
Series: Mariana Books Rhyming #5
Publisher: Mariana Publishing
Publisher Date: December 6, 2020 (33 Pages, Paperback)
ISBN: 9781645100478
Ava and Aaron are back in this charming story about Christmas. In this story Ava and Aaron have an unexpected reuniting with someone very special in their lives. As a result, their Christmas is made perfect. We hope this book provides an evening of enjoyable reading for you and your little ones around the Christmas holidays each year.
Discliamer: I received a free copy of this book though the author for an honest review. My thoughts and opinions are my own.
Want To Buy: Amazon
Add To: Goodreads
Ava and Aaron's Christmas Story is beautiful. It is about them and getting a special gift for Christmas. Will they get that special gift? Will they get to spend time with their family? There is rhyming, and children will also learn to read and rhyme.

Children will learn that love and family are more important than presents. I enjoyed the meaning and the fun things they do together. It is all shown throughout the pictures. What fun it is to do something with your mom and dad.

The pictures are down well—the words blended into the images in some cases. I enjoyed the story and was reading the book in one sitting. It tells the story of Christmas and all its meaning. Family and some winter fun that comes along with the holiday season.

Are your children or child waiting for it to snow? Do they enjoy playing in the snow? This story is no different for these two lovely children in the story. Will Ava get her to wish of snow or will not? What are some of your family's Christmas traditions? What surprises are your child or children waiting for to get the shock of someone special or a loved one? Sometimes the wonder is lovely and enjoyable, and seeing someone after it has been a while. Bringing the family together is what it is all about. Is it not for Christmas?
 
 
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October 13, 2021

Book Review: The Costume Contest

Book Title:
The Costume Contest
Author: Roger Carlson
Genres: Children, Halloween, Holiday, Rhyming, Reading, Friendship, Cooperation
Series: Mariana Books Rhyming #2
Publisher: Mariana Publishing
Publisher Date: November 20, 2020 (36 Pages, Paperback)
ISBN:9781645100409
This book is a fun Halloween adventure about kids participating in a neighborhood costume contest. Halloween is a favorite day for kids around the world. This is an adorable story with colorful illustrations about a family, friendship and cooperation. We hope this book provides an evening of enjoyable reading for you and your little ones.
Discliamer: I received a free copy of this book though the author for an honest review. My thoughts and opinions are my own.
Want To Buy: Amazon
Add To: Goodreads
Are you shopping for Halloween theme books for your child or children? Well. “The Costume Contest” by Roger Carlson is a good one to have on your child’s bookshelves. It deals with Halloween, and it also helps with cooperation and conflict solution.

We meet Aaron and Ava for this story. The story behind this is sweet. Will Aaron help his little sister out with her costume and the contest? You will see that Aaron wants to be something different for Halloween? But did Aaron promise to be a cat with Ava or not?

Children will learn about conflict solutions and solving problems through cooperation. I like how the two kids figure out their trick-or-treating costumes between themselves, though with parents’ support. What does Aaron decide to do?

The author put this story on Halloween, focused on friendship, and saw what happens when they trick-treating. Who ends up willing to participate in the costume contest? The pictures are so colorful. Are the different costumes you see while Aaron and Ava are trick or treating? This book is a sweet story and has a few teaching lessons through the book.

Parents will enjoy having this book on their shelves. Children will want to read this book again and again. It is suitable for the Halloween season, along with some teachable lessons for children.
 
 
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September 14, 2021

Book Review: The World Famous ABC Book of Rhymes

Book Title:
The World Famous ABC Book of Rhymes
Author: Roger Carlson
Genres: Children, ABC's, Learning, Rhyming, Reading, School
Series: Mariana Books Rhyming #1
Publisher: Mariana Publishing
Publisher Date: October 3, 2020 (34 Pages, Paperback)
ISBN:9781645100355
Rhymes have always been a fun way for children to learn and discover. The rhymes you find in this ABC rhyming book and the illustrations are sure to put a smile on your child's face. We purposefully made the illustrations multi cultural and we think it will benefit all our kids to see and respect other cultures. We are certain you will go back and read it time and again. As a bonus, each page contains several objects that will help your child practice their words and pronunciation as well. This is the first book in our rhyming series and we hope you enjoy it.
Discliamer: I received a free copy of this book though the author for an honest review. My thoughts and opinions are my own.
Want To Buy: Amazon
Add To: Goodreads

I know many have learned their ABCs in different ways. Children learn in different ways. Children need to understand the ABCs at some point. A book I came about is "The World Famous ABC Book of Rhyme" by Roger Carlson; this book will help children of different ages learn their ABCs in a fun and enjoyable way.

I happen to be told by my mom; she used to teach me to use animals to learn my ABCs growing up. This book can help children learn to say their words with pictures. They also will learn their ABCs. This book is suitable for toddlers and young readers. Children that are in preschool through grade five. Will I learn something from ABCs or some basic reading skills or words?

The way this book transpires is charming. The pictures are bright and colorful. Parents will enjoy this book as it is excellent for any one child to learn. The rhyming helps to make it fun and different. I do not know if parents or children or even teachers have thought that ABCs could be a poem to teach them.

Can your children find other words to practice while reading this book? They can learn and practice some new words or old ones. Parents will want this book on their child or children's bookshelves or in their homes. The teacher may wish to do it for their classrooms as well. It is a great resource.

 
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October 25, 2014

Reading for Autism

Would any of you enter a book Challenge to help a cause? I am think of starting Challenge for the month that is for Autism. I would be glad to know if you would enter. Would help donate for cause and read at the same time or would you do it in a way to show awareness for the Cause? I would make different levels for you to choose from and that could be amount you donate to cause.

This is only to see if you my Readers would be interested in doing something like this. Then I would go with that.

Please vote in the poll and let me know how you would feel about it. I would be happy to talk to people and see if any would be willing team up with me and help out.

September 17, 2014

What Reading Apps do you use?

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Welcome to my first ever mini series called Reading Apps. This is the first installment. What Reading apps do you use. I was just wondering about something. What book related apps have you used to read books, reviews and other things? I have use several different ways to read my books. One of the ways is by using apps that are available out there to read them. I read by using an e-reader, Physical bocks.  Soon to be added would be audiobooks. Did you ever use an app for your computer or table or phone to read books or review books? Lots of them are out there. Tell me what ways do you use them or any of them? Did you know you can read anywhere and even check out Reviews just about anywhere.
Products I use to read books. I will list them for you and see how I read and where I use them.
  1. E-Readers: I use this almost regularly. I even use them when I am on vacation and trips.
  2. Computers /Laptops : I really do not use this for reading books. I only used this away twice.
  3. Tablets: You can read your books and e-books on here and so much more.
  4. Mobile Phones: I barely use this option to read.
I would suggest that you my like reading a book with out having to carry a lot of books. Well this may be your answer to think about getting a e-reader product. This may also be the best way if you are thinking about being on a trip or going on vacation. I would recommend that you may want to pick up a e-reader or at least searching for one. Check out here
You like reading about books on computer. Well now you can. You can know read books on your computer. All you need to do is download the app for you to read your e-book or book that you want to read. These apps are free of charge to download. Click to download
Tablets are simple to e-readers and Computers. These are great for reading books and also be able to use for work if you needs to be. It also good for children to learn on as well with it allows apps to be downloaded. It may also be a good idea for readers as well.  When to take a look or search for one. Check out it here
There will be another installment next week sometime Saturday or Sunday. There will be in parts.
What Type of Reading App do you Use?
What Reading Apps do you use?
Thanks you all

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