Half-Truths
Did you or your grandparents grow up in the Civil Rights era of the 1950s?
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Winter Poetry
When I taught preschool, we memorized a winter snowman poem. I made a little snowman Who had a carrot nose. Along came a bunny And what do you suppose?
Continue reading →I Love You Like A Donut
I am excited to tell you about my new favorite picture book—I Love You Like a Donut! But rather than having me explain it, I had the joy of interviewing the author—my friend, Theresa Borst.
Continue reading →Baby and Toddler Literacy
There are so many books out there for babies and toddlers! Some are just pictures, some have words, and others are interactive. So, how can we use them with our babies and toddlers?
Continue reading →Appealing Reads
Have you ever picked up a book and immediately you were drawn in but you just can’t put your finger on what makes it so appealing?
Continue reading →How to use your imagination like Harold and the Purple Crayon
Last month, I took my grandkids to the new movie about Harold and the Purple Crayon. I was excited because I loved this book as a child. Before we went, I read them the book. Surprisingly, they said they had … Continue reading →