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Help Kids Learn an Attitude of Gratitude
Here are some simple suggestions for helping young readers focus on gratitude and thankfulness
Take Beginning Readers on a “Wonder”ful Tour
Beginning readers can travel from one corner of the US to another with my Wonders of America Ready-to-Read titles
It’s a Book Birthday Week!
The publication of a new book is always a big thrill for me, and I invite you to share in my celebration of the release of We, the Curious Ones
Combining Fact and Fiction Is Powerful
My novel Runt provides great opportunities for students to combine fact and fiction
Caturday at the Library
Some “purrfect” titles for National Cat Day or for any given “Caturday.”
Spook-tacular Reading Choices
Plan ahead for a different kind of Halloween treat by stocking up on some frightfully fun reading options!
Autumn Makes for an Ideal Weather Classroom
These beginning reader titles are perfect for students who are wondering about fall’s changeable weather!
The Countdown Has Begun!
My new picture book—featuring glorious illustrations by the team Hari & Deepti—publishes in just over a month!
Beginning Readers Are Seeing Stars
The Ready-to-Read “Our Universe” series is stuffed full of STEM topics for beginning readers
“Dog-Eared” Books Are Getting Results!
Combining canines, kids, and books is a doggone good idea!
Adoption Stories to Share
For families or classrooms who are talking about adoption, here’s a great list of suggested titles:
Back-to-School Resources for Young Readers and Writers
My website has a wide range of free resources for educators, including Teacher’s Guides, STEM resources, and writing tips
Studying the States
Beginning readers can learn about the fifty states by playing games and gathering fun facts
Photography as a Learning Tool
Lessons about photography can come in handy across the curriculum
A Multitude of Handy Tips for Student Writers
Helpful tips and tactics to bolster student writing skills
Board Books Can Cultivate a Lifelong Love of Learning
Board books have big benefits for the youngest readers/listeners!
It’s Raining, It’s Pouring
These books teach beginning readers about watery weather events
Plan Ahead for Some Stargazing Sensations
The coming weeks are the perfect time to plan some nighttime sightseeing!
Leave STEM Students Trembling with Excitement
STEM options that “unearth” the mysteries of some of nature’s biggest phenomena
Give Students a Lesson in Book-Cover Design
Teach young artists how to design their own book covers!