THANK YOU, INDIANA, FOR RECOGNIZING ONE COOL SPY Jada Sly, Artist and Spy has been flying below the radar, but she is ready for her closeup. This little secret agent doesn't work for some secretive government program for kids. She's the 10-year-old daughter of an American working for the state department in France, and a … Continue reading JADA SLY, ARTIST AND SPY
THROWBACK THURSDAY
I'm working on self-portrait.. I was 6-years old. I'm missing my front tooth. I was very shy. It's a first draft, but how am I doing?
WHY SCHOOL LIBRARIES ARE GRRRRRRRRRREAT!
A 2019 trip to Auburn, Ala., introduced me to a large school system and a town library that made my book, The Sweetest Sound, feel like a celebration! A Fort Worth, Texas, school library that made me wish to be a kid again! At this school, thanks to a generous grant, the school library is … Continue reading WHY SCHOOL LIBRARIES ARE GRRRRRRRRRREAT!
GOOD TROUBLE
Celebrate the life of a man who spent his helping others. John Lewis was the legend you never knew. John Lewis (Feb. 21, 1940-July 17, 2020) was a trouble-maker. Good trouble. He’s one of the most famous, most influential people you may not know. He's the guy in the background, but always pushing forward. Over … Continue reading GOOD TROUBLE
IS YOUR CHILD READING READY?
Max the dog./S.Winston B&N Summer reading program continues. So many great books so little time! Young readers grades 1-6 can earn a free book through the Barnes & Noble Summer Reading program! Learn more: https://bit.ly/BNSummerReadingJournal #BNSummerReading While I’m proud that my book, President of the Whole Fifth Grade is on the list, I know there … Continue reading IS YOUR CHILD READING READY?