#174: Family Book Club
Wed Jan 28 2026
No pressure, Torn Tribe—this isn’t the kind of book club where you pretend you read the book. 😅 In this episode, Mimi and Athena share how a family “book club” can be a simple, organic way to build curiosity, connection, and conversation—without adding another assignment to your plate.
Torn Thought: What’s something your family is curious about right now—and how can you make space for it during your week?
What we cover:
Reading without the guilt: Audiobooks, Kindle, graphic novels, newspapers… it all counts.
Make it a ritual, not a chore: carving out a calm, screen-free “reading corner” moment (even if it’s just 10 minutes).
Use what you already have: lean into school reading lists and curriculum so you’re not adding extra work.
Let interests lead the way: sports stats, history, music, biographies, and “why did they say that?” pop-culture references become the doorway to learning.
Graphic novels = real literacy: visual storytelling builds detail, inference, and stronger comprehension.
Books as a parenting shortcut: use stories to open hard conversations (without the awkward lecture).
Family sharing styles: some read together, some read separately, and some read different things—then come together to talk.
Torn Takeaway:A Family Book Club doesn’t have to be formal. It’s simply creating shared space for stories—and letting those stories spark questions, values, and connection.
💌 Share your family's latest curiosity or make recommendations at tornmlb@gmail.com📲 Follow @TornMLB on Instagram, Facebook, and X💜 Choose Grace, Torn Tribe 💜
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No pressure, Torn Tribe—this isn’t the kind of book club where you pretend you read the book. 😅 In this episode, Mimi and Athena share how a family “book club” can be a simple, organic way to build curiosity, connection, and conversation—without adding another assignment to your plate. Torn Thought: What’s something your family is curious about right now—and how can you make space for it during your week? What we cover: Reading without the guilt: Audiobooks, Kindle, graphic novels, newspapers… it all counts. Make it a ritual, not a chore: carving out a calm, screen-free “reading corner” moment (even if it’s just 10 minutes). Use what you already have: lean into school reading lists and curriculum so you’re not adding extra work. Let interests lead the way: sports stats, history, music, biographies, and “why did they say that?” pop-culture references become the doorway to learning. Graphic novels = real literacy: visual storytelling builds detail, inference, and stronger comprehension. Books as a parenting shortcut: use stories to open hard conversations (without the awkward lecture). Family sharing styles: some read together, some read separately, and some read different things—then come together to talk. Torn Takeaway:A Family Book Club doesn’t have to be formal. It’s simply creating shared space for stories—and letting those stories spark questions, values, and connection. 💌 Share your family's latest curiosity or make recommendations at tornmlb@gmail.com📲 Follow @TornMLB on Instagram, Facebook, and X💜 Choose Grace, Torn Tribe 💜