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Win a Copy of Passionate Readers in Honor of My Birthday

Pernille Ripp

Thank you so much to all who entered, through a random number generator the winner was selected and notified yesterday!

I woke up a year older this morning.  Amazing how that happens just like that.  Like a year is no big deal.  Like a year passing is just something to get used to.

In all honesty, it hasn’t hit me yet.  38.  What an age.  I remember my mother being 38 and thinking how young she still was yet knowing that being in your 30’s somehow meant you were very much an adult.  I feel very much like an adult at times, other times not so much.

Every year, I write a letter to myself to be delivered on my birthday through FutureMe, it never ceases to amaze me what I was thinking at the time I wrote the letter.  The questions I have for myself.  Last year’s letter asked me how Passionate Readers turned out, whether it was useful, whether people found inspiration within its pages.  I think it has been, I am not sure, it is hard to judge one’s own work.  And yet, it is being read and shared, and I am just a little bit amazed.

So in honor of my birthday and in honor of my student’s who have had the most significant impact on me as a teacher, I am giving away a copy of Passionate Readers today.  The giveaway will end at midnight tonight.  All you have to do is leave a comment and I will select a winner randomly.  Bonus; if you have read the book and leave a review, I will enter you into the drawing twice as a thank you and then you can give a copy of the book away.

I am not sure what this upcoming year will hold.  More travels for sure, more laughs I hope, more time becoming better, becoming more than what I was.  But I do know that I am planning on making this year count.  The quiet moments and the loud.  On growing deliberately.  On slowing down deliberately.  On being grateful.  So thank you for the love and support you have given me this past year.  Thank you for being on this journey with me.

If you like what you read here, consider reading my newest book, Passionate Readers – The Art of Reaching and Engaging Every Child, out August 2017.  This book focuses on the five keys we can implement into any reading community to strengthen student reading experiences, even within the 45 minute English block.  If you are looking for solutions and ideas for how to re-engage all of your students consider reading my very first book  Passionate Learners – How to Engage and Empower Your Students.      Also, if you are wondering where I will be in the coming year or would like to have me speak, please see this page.

234 thoughts on “Win a Copy of Passionate Readers in Honor of My Birthday”

  2. Happy Birthday! The title of this book encompases my goal as an ELA teacher. This would be a great addition to my PD library.

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  4. Happy Bithday! I have been waiting patiently for a copy of your book to become available through ILL. I hope to win and then share my copy with my fellow teachers.

    Thank you for all you do to promote a healthy school reading environment!

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  5. Happy birthday, Pernille! Both “Passionate Readers” and “Passionate Learners” changed how I teach. You have deeply impacted me to reflect on my practice, be my true self in the classroom, and focus on my kids in this moment. Thank you for being a voice in education that we need.

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  6. Happy Birthday, Pernille! I was fortunate enough to hear you speak in Canada last year, and I loved listening to your passion and knowledge of what education needs to be for our children. I would love to read this book to hear more of your innovative and forthcoming ideas in reading!

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  11. Have a wonderful birthday! I look forward to your blog updates in my email! Thank you for all you do!

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  14. I loved this book so much that I bought extra copies to share with teachers I coach. The information is easily accessible to all teachers – not just those that are literacy specialists! We’ve pulled out chapters, paragraphs, and even just a few sentences to delve into during our Professional Learning time!

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  15. Happy birthday, What a way to celebrate ..Give rather then recieve.. as we all should model after!!! I enjoy your blog and used many suggestions provided! You are always giving!! Hope it is a Great Birthday!

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  16. Happy birthday! I love that you write yourself a letter! I am a new follower of your blog but am loving every read. Thanks for all of your inspiration!

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  17. What a sweet gesture. Thank you and most of all, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! Hope it’s filled with laughter.

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  21. Kiaora, all the way from New Zealand. I am a literacy facilitator and spend alot of time looking at blogs and worldwide literacy comment. Your blog is one of my favourites as your messages are filled with good sense and align with my beliefs. Thank you for your thoughtful and considered comments. Happy birthday from Aotearoa ” the land of the long white cloud.

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  23. Happy Birthday! What I most enjoy about your writing, books & bog, is how reflective you are, and how reflective a teacher must be – starting with the student & thinking about the relationship before the work. Hope your day was wonderful.

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  25. Happy Birthday! I turn 38 in September, and the father of two boys. I have been struggling to find ways to get my 5th graders excited about reading. I’d love to have a copy of your book! Enjoy your day!

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  26. Happy birthday! 7th grade ELA is my thing and your book speaks to me about engaging students with text and helping them proudly identify themselves as a READER!

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  27. Happy Birthday!! I work with Reading Specialists in Title I and whenever we can find something that helps motivate our students we are thrilled. Thank you for your passion.

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  29. Happy Birthday! As an educator who recently turned 48, I am always learning and growing in my teaching. Looking forward to reading this title and sharing it with the rest of my ELA department.

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  30. Passionate Readers has a spot high on my ”to read” list. I love your blog posts and in catching up on podcasts, just yesterday listened to you speak on Cult of Pedagogy. Thank you for your passion and for sharing it with your readers as well as your students. Happy birthday!

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  38. Happy Birthday! I once made cheesecake(s) for my coworkers for my birthday, so I love that you are giving away your book for your birthday! Reading your blog has been a bright spot in my school year. Thank you for all that you do for education!

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  40. Happy birthday! I am grateful for your posts and the ways you challenge me to be a better teacher to my students. I’m looking forward to more learning from you in the next year, but also hope that this next year brings you lots of opportunities for restful fun with family and friends nearby.

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  42. Here’s to a Happy Birthday and joyful birthday year ahead. The title of your book says it all! Thanks for the passionate ways you invest in your students, colleagues and readers of your blog and books. Cheers!

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  45. Happy Birthday! I just have to comment because the buzz on your book is rising. I want a copy of my own. And, BTW, 38 is soooo young! But that’s good because you have a lot more to say!

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  46. Happy Birthday Pernille! I can’t believe I have not read your book yet! I read the first one last year and loved it!

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  49. Pernille,
    Happy Birthday. Thank you for helping me grow as a teacher. I’ve already read your book, but would love another copy for my colleague.

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