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Welcome to Shine & Shadow. We are a group focused on monthly group reads and discussions. We hav…more
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Welcome to Shine & Shadow. We are a group focused on monthly group reads and discussions. We have 3 group reads on a rotating monthly basis: 1 'Dark' read, 1 'Light' read, & 1 'World Tour' read. Choose which group read to participate in depending on your mood for the month. Join us and jump into the discussion!
Genres enjoyed: General Fiction, Fantasy, Thriller, "Slice of Life", Memoir, Sci-Fi, Dystopian, Queer, Historical Fiction, Horror
Genres (typically) not enjoyed: Romance, Young Adult, Self-help, Cookbook, How-To Guide, Ancient Untranslatable Tome Written In Dead Language
*In this group we welcome everyone and so wish to keep the group public. However, due to some adult themes discussed in our group reads, we would like to request all members are over the age of 18. If you are found to be under 18, we may remove you from the group.
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This is your space to be heard and make an impact. Join teachers, parents, and education leaders discussing "Mastering The Moment: 10 Keys to Classroom Victory." Share your experiences, ask questions, and connect with others who want to transform learning. Whether you're trying the book's strategies or just passionate about better education, your voice matters here.
Here is an overview of the group reads & activities:
Regional reads Nominations and Book discuss…more
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Here is an overview of the group reads & activities:
Regional reads Nominations and Book discussions.
Buddy Reads Find someone to read along with!.
Share/discuss your current reading
All current polls Vote for the group reads here
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