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Take Beginning Readers on a Tour of America
Beginning readers can travel from sea to shining sea with the Wonders of America series

An Incredible Classroom Addition
Novels in verse can be a fantastic choice for reluctant readers

Check Out These Teaching Resources!
Take a look at this wide range of resources to support the coming school year

Ideas for Educational Outings
Are you looking for some ways to inspire curiosity in the young people in your life?

International Wolf Day Isn’t Far Away
Introduce middle grade readers to the fascinating world of wolves in the wild

My Newest Title Comes Out Soon!
Beginning readers can blast off with the September release of my newest Our Universe title

Set Aside Some Toddler Time with These Great Activities
Take a look at these terrific activities for the toddlers in your life

Make Sure Young Readers Are Weather Ready
Beginning readers can learn all about the wonders of weather with these easy-to-read titles

Family Fun Is No Further Away than Your Own Backyard!
Bring just the right amount of “fright” to your family’s summer camping night

Summer Scavenging Fun!
Scavenger hunts are a great way to combine outdoor adventures with building photography skills

A June Story
We’ve hit the heart of June—always a reminder for me of the setting for my very first published book!

Celebrate Dad All Through the Year
Take a look at these fun and easy toddler crafts and a great read that celebrates Dad!

Great Resources for Pride Month
Parents, educators, and other adults will find these resources helpful in supporting LGBTQ+ teens

Is Your Family Road-Trip Ready?
New readers can learn key facts about the 50 states as they travel through the pages of this beginning reader series

And Now, Some Words from a Young Reader
The Mission Viejo Library Teen Voice blog recently featured this beautifully written review for my title On My Honor

A Car Ride Captivator!
Be sure to pack this title along when you’re hitting the road with the littlest book lovers

Keep Young Readers on the Edge of Their Seats
My book Sunshine is a summer adventure that’s perfect for middle grade readers looking to sink deep into a gripping read

Mother’s Day Isn’t Far Away!
Check out these activities and book suggestions for celebrating Mother’s Day in your preschool classroom

Combine Resources for an Out-of-this-World Astronomy Unit
Take beginning readers on a trip through the galaxy with this great combination of resources

Tips and Tricks for Young Writers
Take some time to pass along these helpful tips to the young writers in your life