Writing Sprints by Pam Halter
On Your Mark, Get Set, GO! Writing sprints. Ever take part in them? There are some different ways to do them. They can be fun AND productive! I’ve broken them down into three types: Active Sprints, Inactive Sprints, and Marathon Sprints. Active Sprints Active Sprints are when you’re with a group, either in person or […]
Red, White, & Blue: 5 Picture Books for Summer Reading
Looking for books to enjoy during summer reading? Check out these five picture books (themed with red, white, and blue covers).
Chutzpah Heroes by Bill Edgar: A Book Review from Several POVs and a Giveaway
Introduction Since this book is written for adults to read to children, or for children to read themselves, I thought it would be fun to have an adult’s POV on the book as well as two children’s opinions. The author of the book, Bill Edgar, is my oldest daughter’s father-in-law. Believe me when I tell […]
Sharpen Your Swords! by Pam Halter
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” Proverbs 27:17 NIV “… and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” Ephesians 6:17 NIV Conferences Matter A favorite saying of my husband’s uncle was, “Consider the day wasted if you haven’t caught flack or learned something.” No matter what happens, you learn either way. […]
BUTTERFLY INK- A YA Romance reviewed by Guest Blogger, Kate Lundeen
REVIEW Butterfly Ink is the newest young adult romance from Monarch Educational Services by Lori Keating and it’s perfect for a summer vacation read. Meet Calista: a teen about to have all her wishes come true through a magical tattoo made of butterfly ink as the title suggests. Calista travels to Florida to spend her summer working at […]
I Dream a Dream for You Book Review
I Dream a Dream for You by Bob Hostetler is a sweet board book of bedtime rhymes to read to little ones. This love-filled picture book of dreams and hopes can be shared with the toddlers and young children in your life. REVIEW Full of bold illustrations, I Dream a Dream for You is a […]
Author Interview with Kate Rietema by Sue Irwin
I’m excited to introduce you to Kate Rietema today. Kate is a busy mom, registered nurse, community educator, amateur potter, speaker, and author of over 50 articles and poems for various magazines. Welcome, Kate, and thank you for taking the time out of your packed schedule to discuss your newly-launched debut picture book, When God […]
A Fresh Beginning by Pam Halter
As I mentioned last week, we have recently added three new bloggers to our team. Today, Pam Halter provides insight on how to maintain healthy writing habits. Take it away, Pam! — Carol Baldwin A Reminder from Scripture Then he (Elijah) lay down under the tree and fell asleep. All at once, an angel touched […]
Creating a Storybook Garden that Changes Your World
Remember five-year-old Mills’ words about The Hello Goodbye Window? “That book. It just changed me.” My last post featured books that impacted my kindergartners and prompted insightful experiences. Books also changed our world outside the classroom. The fenced area beyond our back door was originally designated a playground. Thankfully, children, parents, and school personnel advocated […]
Book Review: “Daddy, Tell Me A Story” by Kathleen Long Bostrom
Join us for a review of Kathleen Long Bostrom’s newest picture book, “Daddy, Tell Me a Story”, a perfect bedtime read.