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?
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Writing Books that Matter
I was in the window seat, thumbing through my recent issue of “Writer’s Digest,” just waiting for the plane to take off when a mother and her young daughter sat down next to me. “Don’t worry, babe,” the mom … Continue reading →
Maisie Discovers Her Fingerprint
Sandra Kay Chambers is a delightful children’s author and one of our blog followers. Just two weeks ago, another one of her fun books hit the shelves, and kids are going to love it! I caught up with Sandra recently … 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 →
Snail Mail
When we encourage our children to write cards are we encouraging budding authors? Our yards, parks, and trails are filled with flowers and insects. As I went through my emails today, I saw a homeschool site encouraging children to learn … Continue reading →