I always say my best ideas for stories come when I’m driving, trying to fall asleep and in the shower. Now I don’t have to write with my finger on the shower walls when an idea hits (yes, I’ve really done that!). Isn’t this cool? Putting it on my amazon wish list. Here is […]
Here are the children’s books that have been in my library bag and on my nightstand in December (well, at least the ones I’d recommend). Go check them out! Preschool (ages 3-5 years): Preschool (ages 3-5 years) and Early Elementary (ages 5-8 years): Middle Grades (ages 8-12 years):
I love the way this finished lamp looks! However, I have to admit I cringe at the pictures of books being drilled into! Ah, the horror! 🙂 See the tutorial from HGTV here.Â
The weather forecast was frightful, so school was cancelled. Since I’m a teacher, that means I’m home today with the kiddos. They’ve played in the snow for hours and watched two Christmas movies. I’ve been able to work on revising one of my picture book stories that was feeling neglected. It can be difficult to […]
Here are the children’s books that have been in my library bag and on my nightstand in November (well, at least the ones I’d recommend). Go check them out! Preschool (ages 2-5 years) and Early Elementary (ages 5-8 years): Middle Grades (ages 8-12 years)
Um…yes, please! I’m loving these custom-built attic bookshelves.
 (And other important questions to ask when writing a children’s book) This sign hangs on the wall by my desk. When I’m writing, it encourages me to stretch my imagination to try to turn an ordinary character or story into something special. Ask the questions that haven’t been asked, even if they sound incredibly […]
Organic, non GMO’s, free range, antibiotic free, natural, etc. You’ve heard the buzz words.  And if you’re a parent, you’ve probably wrestled with what to feed your children on a daily basis and may feel a guilty pang every time you succumb to the fast food drive thru. Well, when it comes to serving up […]
Here are the children’s books that have been in my library bag and on my nightstand in October (well, at least the ones I’d recommend). Go check them out! Babies and Toddlers (ages 0-2 years) and Preschool (ages 3-5 years): Preschool (ages 3-5 years): Preschool (ages 3-5 years) and Early Elementary (ages 5-8 years): Early […]
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