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2016 Category Archives: Uncategorized
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2016 What I’ve Been Reading (September 2016)
September came and went and the calm, but productive days of summer are gone. School is in full-swing and as a teacher, that means very little time for my “side gig” as a writer. I managed to get through a couple children’s books that I’d recommend, but that makes my list super short this month. […]
Sep
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2016 What I’ve Been Reading (August 2016)
In March of this year, I attended the SBCWI MD/DE/WV conference with my good friend and critique group buddy, Nicole Groeneweg. After listening to Traci Todd, the Executive Editor or Abrams Appleseed, Nicole and I were inspired. We decided to collaborate on a board book series to submit to her. Abrams Appleseed specializes in books […]
Aug
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2016 What I’ve Been Reading (July 2016)
Ahhh! Summertime! Lazy days and more trips to the public library. I attended a Children’s Literature Conference at Shenandoah University in June, so many of the books on this list are by the fantastic authors and illustrators I met there. Preschool (3-5 years): Preschool (3-5 years) & Early Elementary (5-8 years): Early Elementary (5-8 years): Middle Grades (8-12 […]
Jul
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2016 What I’ve Been Reading (June 2016) Alphabet Books!
As research for an ABC story I’m working on, I read stacks and stacks of alphabet books. Gosh, there are a lot! Here are my favorites. Preschool (3-5 years) & Early Elementary (5-8 years): Early Elementary (5-8 years):
Jun
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2016 What I’ve Been Reading (May 2016)
I’ve been reading up on books written my mentor, Ellen Jackson. You will see a few gems of hers on this month’s list! Preschool (3-5 years) & Early Elementary (5-8 years): Early Elementary (5-8 years):
Apr
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2016 What I’ve Been Reading (March 2016) – BIOGRAPHIES!
I’ve been researching picture book biographies for two new stories I’m working on. I find it such an exciting format for kids to learn about important people in our world. The shorter word count of a picture book can draw in reluctant readers and the illustrations add another layer of interest and understanding. A blurb […]
Mar
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2016 What I’ve Been Reading (Feb 2016)
Here are some of the wonderful books I read in February that you should check-out. I just finished reading Newbery winner Sarah, Plain and Tall with some my students. Aren’t I lucky that I get to read children’s books as part of my job? Happy reading, everyone! Babies and Toddlers (0-2 years) & Preschool (3-5 years): Preschool […]
Feb
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2016 What I’ve Been Reading (January 2016)
We got a TON of snow this month and I was able to read a TON of books. Here are a few that I’d recommend. Preschool (3-5 years) and up: Preschool (3-5 years) & Early Elementary (5-8 years): Middle Grade (8-12 years): Young Adult+ (14+ years):
Jan
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2016 What I’ve Been Reading (December 2015)
Here are some of the fabulous books I read in December. Preschool (3-5 years): Preschool (3-5 years) & Early Elementary (5-8 years): Early Elementary (5-8 years): Early Elementary (5-8 years) & Middle Grades (8-12 years): Middle Grades (8-12 years) & Young Adult (12+ years):
