Next week many families and friends will gather around the table to enjoy a hearty meal. Turkey, potatoes, cranberry relish, and pumpkin pie will be popular items on the menu. It’s a time to pause and give thanks not only … Continue reading →
On January 20, I posted a review of The Amazing Incredible Shrinking Violin by Thornton Cline, a gifted and talented musician, educator, and song writer who loves music and understands kids. His second book recently hit the market and is another … Continue reading →
My daughter, Teri McKinley, and I have been co-authoring books for the past few years. Her husband encouraged us to write a Christmas picture book so we started brainstorming. The Christmas story (of course) is original to the Bible. It … Continue reading →
You’ve probably heard about the latest craze for adults. It’s coloring books! Publishers have been thrilled with the overwhelming response to coloring books for adults—and many adults are enjoying them. Some say it helps them calm down and de-stress. One … Continue reading →
September 11, 2001, was a strikingly shocking, scary day for Americans. But the world—and America—are even more dangerous and frightening places now. There’s no need for me to list the reasons why—you hear about them every day. Our children are … Continue reading →
When should I teach my child to read? It’s a good question, and one that I was often asked during my years as a preschool teacher. Now that I am a children’s author, I am still asked that question. So … Continue reading →