Jan 10, 2026
Social media has become one of the most powerful ways of shaping how people spend their time, discover interests, and form opinions. Reading culture has become no exception. Platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube influence what books people pick up, how...
Jan 2, 2026
When people talk about students falling behind in reading, it is often framed as an individual problem. A student is labeled as “struggling,” “unmotivated,” or “behind,” but the reality is that reading gaps rarely happen because a student does not care. More often,...
Dec 12, 2025
The idea of advocacy oftentimes feels like something that is reserved only for adults with titles, experience, and years of expertise. But despite how daunting it may seem, teenagers and young adults can play a powerful role in supporting their communities. I started...
Dec 2, 2025
For years, graphic novels have carried the reputation of being “not real books.” Many adults grew up hearing that comics were a distraction rather than meaningful reading, and that mindset still shows up in classrooms today. But the truth is that graphic novels are...
Nov 23, 2025
When I was in elementary school, I remember how excited students would be for the Book Fair. Students were always excited about buying new, colorful stationery and walking away with a brand new popular book they saw online or in the movies. There would always be large...
Nov 10, 2025
In a world where nearly everything can be accessed online with just a few taps of a screen, more questions are being raised on whether or not libraries are still relevant. Many argue that students can Google answers to almost any question, download e-books instantly,...
Oct 31, 2025
I am so excited to share that Green Elephant Books was recently highlighted in local news for our “Bakesale for Books” fundraiser! The project took place during school lunch and we raised $1,712 to support local libraries facing budget cuts. Getting featured in the...
Oct 24, 2025
Green Elephant Books is proud to announce that we are hosting a Voter Education PowerPoint Night to help our community better understand Nevada’s recently failed ballot measure, WC-1. Have you ever seen a measure fail and wondered what happens next? This event is...
Oct 14, 2025
For my Northern Nevada school district, many students are preparing to go on fall break. Fall break marks the end of the first quarter of the year where students have to push to wake up early in the mornings and get back into the mindset of school after a long summer...
Oct 10, 2025
In a world where nearly everything can be accessed online with just a few taps of a screen, more questions are being raised on whether or not libraries are still relevant. Many argue that students can Google answers to almost any question, download e-books instantly,...
Sep 17, 2025
Oftentimes when we think about the skills necessary to shape a child’s future, we often imagine math, science, or even technology as being at the forefront of preparing students for success. But time and time again, research shows that one of the most important...
Sep 10, 2025
Whenever I think about reluctant readers, I always come back to a quote from my school library: “Everyone is a reader, some just haven’t found their favorite book yet.” For so many kids like that, reading feels like a chore because the books they’ve been given don’t...
Aug 31, 2025
Early reading is more than a pleasant pastime for children, it can influence academic achievement, increase creativity, open doors to possible career prospects, and even expand emotional well-being. For communities striving to close educational gaps, early literacy...
Aug 19, 2025
One of the most daunting parts of the writing experience is sharing your work. It feels exposed and like sharing a vulnerable part of yourself. I remember the first time I let someone read my work. It wasn’t even my whole book, but just the first chapter. I emailed it...
Jul 30, 2025
When I first started writing, I mostly read the kinds of books I wanted to write. It made sense at the time because I thought if I loved a genre, then reading only that genre would help me write it better. And while that did help in some ways, I quickly realized that...
Jul 19, 2025
When I was 15 years old, I self-published my first novel. I outlined everything, made countless drafts, designed my cover, and self-published it through Amazon myself. When I tell people this, one of the first reactions is often “How did you figure out how to do all...
Jun 28, 2025
Earlier this month, I sat down with a group of elementary school students to talk about something most people rarely think about: library budget cuts. I wasn’t sure what to expect, whether they’d understand what was happening to their libraries or how they’d...
Jun 2, 2025
When I think about where my love for reading started, it always leads me back to my public library. I began my interest in reading in the 3rd grade with my mom’s copy of “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” That book sparked my love for all things magical and...
May 15, 2025
Are you looking to start writing? Whether you’re drafting a novel, brainstorming ideas, or tackling an essay, one of the most important steps in the writing process happens before you even begin typing. One of the keys to the writing process starts long before...
Apr 22, 2025
On April 16th, I had the oppertunity to compete in the Area Speech Contest held by the Rotary Club of Sparks. My speech was about what kind of impact I make on my community. I spoke about the importance of education and children’s literacy across the nation. One of...
Feb 23, 2025
Hi, I’m Anna Lee, and welcome to my first blog post for Green Elephant Books where I’ll be sharing my passion for all things reading and writing. Whether you’re here to learn, get inspired, or simply explore, I am so excited to have you along on this exciting journey!...
