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At the 2026 Reading for the Love of It Dinner Banquet, we recognized Tamara Phillips, Wendy Burch Jones, and Oscar Lopes with the Reading Awards for their impactful contributions to literacy. Read more about it in our Speaking of reading blog post:
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RFTLOI 2026 Reading Awards
At the 2026 Reading for the Love of It Dinner Banquet, the East York Scarborough Association recognized Tamara Phillips, Wendy Burch Jones, and Oscar Lopes with the Reading Awards for their impactful ...
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May 20, 2026 at 6:22 PM
Visit us at Booth #204 to learn how JUMP Math supports numeracy skills and fluency in mathematics -- which, according to the research, also helps kids become better readers, writers, and reasoners in all subjects.

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February 20, 2026 at 3:25 PM
Looking forward to a fabulous day of speakers, books, and new friends at #rftloi! If you’re here, make sure to visit us at booth 314😊

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February 20, 2026 at 2:13 PM
Assessment can inspire learning! via Garfield Gini Newman #RFTLOI #EduSky
February 19, 2026 at 3:54 PM
Discover how to use literacy strategies & thinking routines in science class at this year's #RFTLOI with Sandra Mirabelli & Lionel Sandner! And make sure to visit Pembroke at booth 314!

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February 18, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Does reading even matter anymore? Find out at #RFTLOI with author-educator Robin Bright! And don't forget to drop by booth 314 and say hi to Pembroke!

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February 17, 2026 at 8:15 PM
Math, at #readingfortheloveofit?! You bet! Make sure to catch David Costello, talking about testing… and drop by and see us at booth 314 for all the latest in practical teaching and learning!

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February 17, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Wondering what's at #RFTLOI that's right for you? How about outstanding speaker/educators like Karen Filewych? And, of course, Pembroke will be there — visit us at booth 314 for all the latest book news!

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February 11, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Are you coming to #RFTLOI this year? Make sure & hear some words of joy & wisdom from Larry Swartz — & visit us at booth 314 for all the newest and best in practical books in teaching & learning!

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February 10, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Will you be at #ReadingForTheLoveOfIt this year? We will! Drop by booth 314 in the Exibitor's Hall and say hi — you never know who you might meet! It could be speaker Adrienne Gear…
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February 5, 2026 at 1:43 PM
Our RFTLOI 2026 Programme Book is now live! 🎉 We can't wait to see all of you at the conference ❤️ drive.google.com/drive/folder...
January 30, 2026 at 9:24 PM
Thrilled to be heading back to Reading for the Love of It in 2026. Have you registered for this fabulous conference? Hope to see you there! #RFTLOI #TorontoBound #literacymatters readingfortheloveofit.com
Reading for the Love of It
Karen Filewych has over twenty-five years of educational experience as a teacher, school administrator, and language arts consultant. She has a Master of Education degree in the area of literacy. She ...
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November 28, 2025 at 3:08 PM
We celebrated two amazing teachers, Melissa Pignataro and Andrea Smith, at the 2025 RFTLOI Dinner Banquet. You can learn more about them in our latest Speaking of Reading post: readingfortheloveofit.com/speaking-of-...
2025 Reading Award Recipients
At the 2025 RFTLOI Dinner Banquet, Elizabeth Blake honored award recipients Melissa Pignataro and Andrea Smith, recognized for their exceptional leadership and passion for fostering literacy and a lov...
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April 25, 2025 at 4:05 PM
A great first day at Reading For The Love of It! Choosing which sessions to attend was the trickiest part. Each session was a great combo of confirmations of, and challenges to, my thinking. #RFTLOI #RFTLOI2025
February 21, 2025 at 2:25 PM
My co-authors @mskred.bsky.social and Michelle McKay rocking their sessions on #walkingcurriculum for the early years Reading For The Love of it Conference 💕
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February 20, 2025 at 7:04 PM
We are having a blast at Reading for the Love of It. Come find us at booth 118. #RFTLOI
February 20, 2025 at 6:27 PM
We're at Reading for the Love of It! Drop by, say hi, browse our curated selection. #rftloi
February 20, 2025 at 3:35 PM
I’m at #RFTLOI twice this week!
Tomorrow - I’ll be talking about what makes a good school visit.

And on Friday… come doodle with me!

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Doodling the Data Way
Kevin Sylvester uses simple tricks to help unlock the creativity of visual learning. He’ll share the tips he uses to help your kids uncover their hidden artist.
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February 19, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Brian Weishar is ELAN Ontario’s Past Chair and he is once again presenting at Reading For The Love of It! You can find info for Brian’s session, “The Sense(s) of Story,” here: readingfortheloveofit.com/sessions/202... #ELANatRFTLOI #RFTLOI @brianweishar.bsky.social
February 19, 2025 at 6:58 PM
All set for Reading For The Love Of It! Sketchnoting supplies and portable knitting are packed. (Busy hands = focused mind!) Looking forward to literacy learning and networking. #ELANatRFTLOI #RFTLOI
February 19, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Looking forward to presenting at this great conference in Toronto ! drive.google.com/file/d/1k67K...
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February 9, 2025 at 1:57 AM
I’ve been largely wrapped up in my own brain processing my change of schools for the past 5 months, but I am looking forward to being a part of #RFTLOI as a speaker this year! #onted
January 25, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Canadian educators! Are you attending Reading for the Love of It? I'll be teaching a session on how to help your students make their characters come to life and a session on how I find story ideas; I hope to see you one or both sessions! #RFTLOI #RFTLOI24
February 18, 2024 at 9:41 PM