bookworm magazine (2024)

24/05/2021

These past months have been very fun and exciting and we have enjoyed every moment! Unfortunately, bookworm magazine will be going on hiatus indefinitely as of today. But don't worry, our past issues will continue to be available for download on bookworm.blogspot.com.

We hope you will continue learning new things and enjoying books!

See you soon!

22/05/2021

The short story "The Case of the Missing Boat" featured in the second issue of bookworm is now available to read online on https://bookwormmagazine.blogspot.com/2021/05/short-story-case-of-missing-boat.html.

20/05/2021

Do you have books that you don't read anymore? Maybe it's because you've grown out of them or you simply have books you like more. Either way, you can make space in your bookshelves by bringing those books to a donation center. Not only will you have more space for new books, but you'll also be giving others, who maybe cannot usually afford books, the opportunity to give them a new and loving home.

18/05/2021

Did you know? Tennis has existed since Middle Ages, under the name "jeu de paume", which is French for "game of palm". In fact, before the 16th century, tennis was played without racquets, by striking the ball with palm of the hand. The modern name for the sport is a shortened form of "lawn tennis", which in turn came from the fact that the sport was originally played on grass. The word "tennis" derives from the French exclamation "Tenez!", which means "receive" or "take", and which would be yelled out by the player starting a point.

Source: Wikipedia

15/05/2021

The second issue of bookworm magazine is now available to read online and download! Throughout this issue, you will find many interesting articles about ciphers, English, and books, as well as a variety of book recommendations and activities! We hope you enjoy! :D

For the full PDF copy, visit: https://bookwormmagazine.blogspot.com/2021/05/second-issue-now-available-pdf.html

14/05/2021

Have you ever had a page fall out of a book or a cover rip accidentally? Fixing small damages like those is actually quite easy! Book tape is a special kind of tape that is easy to remove and is acid-free. This allows you to put your books back together and reinforce them without damaging them further.

11/05/2021

Did you know? Jeans are an American invention that dates back to the 19th century, but the word "jeans" is actually of European origin. In fact, the material that jeans were originally made out of was produced in Europe, in the cities of Genoa, in Italy, and Nîmes, in France. The word "jeans" actually comes from the French pronunciation of Genoa.

The word "denim" also has a similar origin. It comes from the French expression "de Nîmes", meaning "from Nîmes".

Source: Babbel

08/05/2021

Happy Saturday! What are you reading this weekend? :)

06/05/2021

Have you accidentally spilled water on a book or dropped it in the bathtub? While getting a book wet is never good, it can be saved if you know how to dry it properly. The first thing to do is to put it in a dry place and press paper towels against the wet pages. Do not rub the pages to avoid breaking them. Once the paper towels stop absorbing water, leave the book open to the wet pages for a few days until they're completely dry. If the book is very wet, you can also try drying the wet pages by placing a warm (not hot!) iron on the wet paper. Make sure to place a tissue between the page and the iron to avoid damaging the book. This will also help smooth out the wet pages.

04/05/2021

Did you know? Photography, the art of fixing images to paper using light and chemicals, was invented in the early 19th century. The word "photograph" was coined at the same time to describe this revolutionary new invention, although several other terms, such as "heliograph" and "photogram" were also suggested. Unfortunately, neither one turned out to be as popular as "photograph", which means "drawing of light".

Source: Online Etymology Dictionary

01/05/2021

Robert doesn't like math. Not one bit. But one night, he finds himself dreaming about a little red man that decides to teach him all there is to know about numbers. Could it be that math isn't so horrible after all? This novel by Hans Magnus Enzenberger is perfect for all those readers that aren't big fans of numbers and think math is boring. They will surely change their mind before they reach the end!

Ages 10 and up.

30/04/2021

The second issue of bookworm magazine will be available on May 15! With dozens of book recommendations, articles about a variety of topics and fun activities, it will be sure to get you excited about reading ahead of the summer months! ☀️📚

29/04/2021

Having too many books is never a problem, but having piles of disorganized books can sometimes be annoying. You can avoid this by putting all your books on a bookshelf or in a box. Make it easy to find the book you're looking for by organizing them by title, author's name, colour, size or even by topic. There is no right or wrong way, so choose whatever works best for you!

27/04/2021

Did you know? This expression, meaning "a street without exit", has existed in English for over 200 years. However, it is increasingly replaced by the terms "dead end", "no exit/outlet" and "not a through street" in many English-speaking countries.

Source : Wikipedia

24/04/2021

Fourteen-year-old Miri dreams of making her father proud and is convinced that if he would just let her work at the quarry with the other villagers of Mount Eskel, she could prove to him that she is just as good as everyone else. But before she can convince him of this, a king's messenger comes with surprising news: Danland's new princess, the future wife of Prince Steffan, will come from Mount Eskel. As a result, all the teenage girls in the village must learn how to be perfect princesses at an academy located outside the village. But even though life at the academy is hard, Miri discovers a passion for learning and a secret about the village and the quarry that no one suspected...

Perfect for readers who like stories about family, friends, and learning. Ages 9 and up.

22/04/2021

Visiting new places is always fun. But sometimes travelling isn't possible. So why not travel through books? Whether they are novels set in a different country, encyclopedia articles about other cultures or even travel books with lists and photos of the best places to visit in a city, there are plenty of ways to learn more about new places, all while staying at home!

20/04/2021

Did you know? The word "clue" existed in the Middle Ages, but not only was it spelled differently, it also meant something completely different! Back then, a clue—or "clew", as it was written back then—was a ball of yarn. Its new meaning of "something that points the way" only appeared in the 17th century. Interestingly, the new meaning comes from an ancient Greek myth that was already several thousand years old!

Source: Online Etymology Dictionary

17/04/2021

In a world where all humans are accompanied by animal-shaped dæmons, Lyra Belacqua lives carefree in the Jordan College of Oxford, exploring the grounds of the College with her dæmon Pantalaimon and her friend Roger, and picking fights with the kids from the other colleges nearby. But when children start disappearing mysteriously, kidnapped by the Gobblers, and Roger finds himself among the missing children, Lyra must travel to the Artic to save him and the others.

Perfect for readers who loves tales of friendship, travel and bravery. Ages 10 and up.

10/04/2021

Using images just as much as words to tell the story, this novel transports the reader to France in the early 20th century, where 12-year-old Hugo Cabret survives by stealing and living in a train station after his father's death. But when he meets a grumpy old man working in a toy booth and a girl that loves books, he suddenly finds his way of life, and more importantly his biggest secret, in jeopardy.

A magical story in which pictures really are worth a thousand words. Ages 9 and up.

08/04/2021

Not sure what to read next? Head over to your local or school library! Not only will you be sure to find something interesting in the bookshelves, but the librarians working there will be more than happy to share their favourite books, show you the latest books they have received, and recommend new books in the genres you like best. So what are you waiting for?

06/04/2021

Did you know? The word for sandwich comes from the 4th Earl of Sandwich, who lived in the England in the 18th century. It is said that he was so busy that he would ask his valet to bring him a piece of meat between two bread slices so he wouldn't have to stop what he was doing to eat!

Source: Wikipedia

03/04/2021

Hazel Wong and Daisy Wells have started their own detective agency at school, but unfortunately, they have yet to find a mystery to solve. That is, until Hazel finds their dead teacher in the gym. The body mysteriously disappears soon after, but won't stop the two girls from trying to solve the case!

A fun book that will keep you guessing until the end! Ages 9 and up.

02/04/2021

Today we celebrate the best kind of books! 😃 Children's books are full of magic and wonder, but also of important life lessons and experiences. They offer companionship and advice when needed and create beloved memories that last a lifetime. Whether it's a picture book, a chapter book or even a comic book, everyone has a favourite book they read millions of times when they were young. What's yours?

01/04/2021

What's better than reading a really good book? Sharing it with a friend you know will love it just as much, of course! Start or join a book club with your friends so you can share your favourite books and discover new ones. That way you'll always have someone to talk to about the latest series or latest installment of that comic book you like so much!

31/03/2021

Have you missed the publication of one or several issues of bookworm magazine? Don't worry, they are available to view and download completely free of charge on bookwormmagazine.blogspot.com! :)

30/03/2021

Did you know? All around the world, the word for tea comes from the Chinese word 茶, pronounced "te" or "cha" in different dialects. Depending on the region of China they traded with, different countries adopted the different pronunciations. English, French, Hebrew and Dutch, among other use the "te" pronunciation, while other languages, such as Persian, Arabic, Russian and Portuguese use the "cha" pronunciation.

Source : Wikipedia

27/03/2021

Can a robot survive in the wilderness? Follow Roz as she washes up on an uninhabited island and learns to survive in a world without humans. Will the animals on the island ever warm up to her? The Wild Robot by Peter Brown is a heart-warming story about family, friendship, and, of course, robots.

Ages 8 and up.

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