Deborah J Reis

Biography

Deborah J Reis is the mother of four excellent readers and seven grandchildren who also grew to become wonderful readers. While this is important, Deborah also spent her teaching career as a reading specialist in elementary schools, high schools, community colleges and at Northeastern Illinois University, as well as a reading and writing consultant to home-school parents and students. Most notably she has worked as a reading consultant to the Chicago Public Schools and as Reading Coordinator/Consultant to the Partners In Education tutoring program at Chicago’s Fourth Presbyterian Church. Deborah J Reis earned her Master’s Degree in Education, Reading Specialist, from Eastern Washington University. Her blog, http://raisingareadernaturally.blogspot.com welcomes your questions, comments and suggestions. Deborah is now retired and lives and writes on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State.

Smashwords Interview

What are your five favorite books, and why?
I love the classics, from Jane Austen to Hemmingway to Eudora Welty (my very favorite). Each these authors brings their characters and eras to life, helping me to gain greater insight into life and as well as a deeper understanding and respect for others.
What is your e-reading device of choice?
I use a Nook (I'm on my second one. I already wore the first one out)
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Books

Raising a Reader, Naturally
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 33,240. Language: English. Published: May 28, 2015 . Categories: Nonfiction » Parenting » Childhood development, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Teaching methods & materials / reading & phonics
Now that you are faced with raising your own reader, where do you begin? This book guides you through the process, right from birth, in a natural, pleasant and reassuring way. It guides you through the "how" and "why." It also explains how a child or, anyone, else mentally processes information as they learn to read. A must for parents, caregivers, teachers and tutors wondering "where to begin?
How Santa Lost His Jollies
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 9,490. Language: English. Published: August 21, 2011 . Categories: Nonfiction » Entertainment » Humor & satire
Brimming with laugh-out-loud Santa stories, How Santa Lost His Jollies is a humorous take on Santa “events” from around the globe, from Santa gropers, to flying Santas (Elvis impersonators), and the usual kids (naughty) with their Santa-defying tricks. Fully illustrated and drawn from genuine news stories, this book reveals the trial and tribulations of today's Santa -- or his underpaid elves.