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Timely Tips to Make Your Students Better Writers
Be sure to check out the series of brief articles on my website that provide young writers with some helpful tricks and tips
Living in Someone Else’s Skin
I’m appreciative that readers continue to let me know how my books make a difference
Why Is Curiosity So Key?
Take a deeper look at why curiosity is such a critical factor in expanding the lives of both children and adults
“A Beloved Classic in Preschool Classrooms”
Are you looking for some fun ways to refresh your preschool’s “All About Me” unit?
The Family that Reads Together …
Set some time aside this summer to read together as a family!
Celebrate America!
The Wonders of America series is perfect for new readers who want to read their way across the USA
Counting Down to Blast Off
Young scientists can travel through space with my Ready-to-Read Our Universe books
Chapter Book Chills and Thrills
Get your students reading—and writing—by using spooky stories!
Take Time This Summer for Social-Emotional Learning
Spend some time on social-emotional learning during the out-of-school months
Father’s Day Fun!
Father’s Day is on its way, and you can find lots of fun options for your preschool classroom here
A Battle of Brain Power
It’s wonderful to find one of my titles featured in a contest celebrating reading skills!
Seeing the World in New Ways
I’m thrilled to find one of my picture books singled out by the Miami-Dade Public Library System
Mother’s Day Is on the Way!
There are a myriad of ways that young readers can plan ahead for a festive Mother’s Day!
Reading Their Way Across the USA
Beginning readers can take a fact-filled journey across the US with the 50 States to Celebrate books
Tips and Techniques for Student Writers
These writing resources will help your students write more powerfully
Our Long and Ever-Changing Journey
My picture book We, the Curious Ones continues to inspire just the kind of reactions I hoped for
Try Some Reader’s Theater for National Poetry Month!
Celebrate National Poetry Month in your classroom by staging a reader’s theater performance!