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Send us a textIn this episode, host Dr. Almitra Berry welcomes author Tonya Duncan Ellis, the brilliant creator of the bestselling Sophie Washington book series and the picture book "They Built Me for Freedom." Tonya shares how her personal experiences and the rich history of Black culture inspired her work, which celebrates identity and engages young readers in meaningful conversations about freedom. The discussion explores the vital role of storytelling in shaping our understanding of America's Black history and the importance of representation for children of color.Tonya Duncan Ellis is author of the bestselling Sophie Washington children's chapter book series and THEY BUILT ME FOR FREEDOM (Balzer + Bray an imprint of Harper Collins, 2024) She is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), the Authors Guild, Black Creators in KidLit, and the Brown Bookshelf's Highlights Foundation-sponsored, Amplify Black Stories storyteller cohort. In 2021, she won the Austin SCBWI Cynthia Leitich Smith Writing Mentor Award. She is a 2022 winner of SCBWI's Independently Published Book Launch Marketing Grant. Represented by Sara Megibow of KT Literary, Tonya holds an MBA degree from Washington University in St. Louis and a BA degree in French from Centre College of Kentucky. She lives in Houston, Texas and is married with three children.Subscribe to our Patreon channel for exclusive content! Just go to patreon.com/3EPodcast. Thanks!Support the showJoin our community. Go to bit.ly/3EPSubs and sign up for our bi-weekly newsletter and exclusive content.

Kerry is an award-winning illustrator and art director whose work has been published in many newspapers, magazines, books and websites. He has illustrated several children's books along with a unique line of multicultural greeting cards. Kerry is a hands-on creative director with the vision to inspire, collaborate, and execute fun and illustrative solutions. He has worked as graphics director for several newspapers and organizations throughout the metropolitan Washington, DC region. Many of his clients have worked with him remotely on various visual storytelling and branding projects. Kerry also illustrates digital gift caricatures and on-site caricatures at private homes, schools, corporate conferences, churches and other community events. He's a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators (SCBWI), National Cartoonists Society (NCS), Association Media & Publishing (AM&P), and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Kerry and his wife, Tawanda, a public relations executive, live in Columbia, Md., with their two children. He may be reached via: TWITTER: http://twitter.com/caricaturekerry FACEBOOK: Kerry G. Johnson INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/caricaturekerry/ #KerryGJohnson #FlorezaDeniseLee #Florenza #FlorenzaLee #OntheAirwithFlorenza #PodcastLife #CreativeJourney #Inspiration #OnTheAirWithFlorenza #Storyteller #AuthorLife #Illustrators #GraphicArtist #Empowerment #CreativeMinds #HeartfeltConversations #InspireOthers #ChangeMakers #ListenNow #TuneIn #PodcastCommunity #CreativeInspiration #SelfDiscovery

Kerry is an award-winning illustrator and art director whose work has been published in many newspapers, magazines, books and websites. He has illustrated several children's books along with a unique line of multicultural greeting cards. Kerry is a hands-on creative director with the vision to inspire, collaborate, and execute fun and illustrative solutions. He has worked as graphics director for several newspapers and organizations throughout the metropolitan Washington, DC region. Many of his clients have worked with him remotely on various visual storytelling and branding projects. Kerry also illustrates digital gift caricatures and on-site caricatures at private homes, schools, corporate conferences, churches and other community events. He's a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators (SCBWI), National Cartoonists Society (NCS), Association Media & Publishing (AM&P), and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Kerry and his wife, Tawanda, a public relations executive, live in Columbia, Md., with their two children. He may be reached via: TWITTER: http://twitter.com/caricaturekerry FACEBOOK: Kerry G. Johnson INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/caricaturekerry/ #KerryGJohnson #FlorezaDeniseLee #Florenza #FlorenzaLee #OntheAirwithFlorenza #PodcastLife #CreativeJourney #Inspiration #OnTheAirWithFlorenza #Storyteller #AuthorLife #Illustrators #GraphicArtist #Empowerment #CreativeMinds #HeartfeltConversations #InspireOthers #ChangeMakers #ListenNow #TuneIn #PodcastCommunity #CreativeInspiration #SelfDiscovery

Today's guest is author-illustrator Jena Benton. Talking with her was so inspiring, I had to stop myself from writing down everything she said as a quote to share. Please enjoy her love of language, books, Alaska, community, and creativity. Some Highlights: The impact teachers can have early on, whether to encourage or discourage our creativity. Writing play manuscripts in high school. “Networking is about the friends you make along the way.” Soundproof kid's corners for loud reading. Book recommendation love and kidlit obsession. Alaskan road systems. The traveling bard revival and why we need more oral storytellers. Cheesecake moments. It is important to have a community to support you through obstacles and let yourself experience the obstacles–be sad–but have a deadline to get back up and keep going. Listening to the music of words.Links Mentioned

Send us a Text Message.In this Picture Book Panel discussion, we hear from five recently published authors who navigated various routes to publication including traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing to get their stories into print. They very generously share those journeys with us here—everything from the decision about which route to go, to the editing process, how they found their illustrators, what their distribution looks like, the percentage return they receive on book sales, special military/aviation-related considerations about depicting specific ‘brand' images, to book promotion and lessons learned along the way. If you're not writing with the specific niche of women in aviation in mind, the information here will still be of tremendous value as you contemplate your options.  00:00 – 02:49 Intro02:50 – 06:58 Author Intros07:00 – 15:08 Manuscript Prep/Edit15:10 – 18:22 Finding an Artist18:23 – 24:47 Why did you choose your pub route/timeline to publication24:48 – 30:33 Distribution 30:34 – 36:04 Promotion and sales36:05 – 43:05 Percent earnings on sales43:06 – 47:24 Activity books47:25 – 53:58 Book Promotion             53:59 – 58:59 Special military and branding image considerations59:00 – 1:00:05 Lessons learned/advice  If you have a great picture book idea to help inspire the next generation of women in aviation, I hope you'll pursue it, and I hope this panel discussion helps you on your journey!  A big takeaway from this panel is the importance of community. If you're writing books featuring women in aviation, I hope you'll consider the Literary Aviatrix community as yours along your journey, and if you're not, find your people! The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) is an awesome starting point.Check out my full interviews with several of these authors and many more in the Aviatrix Writers' Room: https://literaryaviatrix.com/writers-room2/ Show some love for the authors: visit their websites, follow them and share their content on social media, buy their books, and drop a review on Amazon and Goodreads. Kodey Bogart @helogirlsbook – Helo Girls series – https://www.helogirls.comDDid you know you can support your local independent bookshop and me by shopping through my Bookshop.org affiliate links on my website? If a book is available on Bookshop.org, you'll find a link to it on the book page. By shopping through the Literary Aviatrix website a small portion of the sale goes to support the content you love, at no additional cost to you. https://literaryaviatrix.com/shop-all-books/Thanks so much for listening! Stay up to date on book releases, author events, and Aviatrix Book Club discussion dates with the Literary Aviatrix Newsletter. Visit the Literary Aviatrix website to find over 600 books featuring women in aviation in all genres for all ages. Become a Literary Aviatrix Patron and help amplify the voices of women in aviation. Follow me on social media, join the book club, and find all of the things on the Literary Aviatrix linkt.ree. Blue skies, happy reading, and happy listening!-Liz Booker

Today I am so pleased to introduce you to author Steena Hernandez. Steena's debut picture book, Lupita's Brown Ballet Slippers, illustrated by Melissa Castillo is coming out with Beaming Books on October 22, 2024.  It was a joy to talk with Steena and I can't thank her enough for being on the show. Here are some highlights: The joy of being a library family and sharing that time together, picking whatever book your heart desires. The overwhelming generosity found within the kidlit world. The beauty of the two way street one can find in kidlit critique group relationships. Chalk painting and walking in nature to refill a creative well running dry. Her home that is full of chalk painted furniture. How joyful it is to go back after the chalk paint dries with a bottle cap and scrape the paint away, creating something worn and new at the same time.  How powerful it can be to step away from our writing. Taking a real break from it and coming back after a week away. Her background in professional dance and it's inspiration to create her debut picture book. Writing for the little girl who wants to see someone who looks like her on the cover. Links Mentioned: Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) 12x12 Picture Book Challenge Steena's website, Twitter, Instagram, Newsletter, and Link.tree  PbParty PBSOAR24 on Instagram and Twitter Vivian Kirkfield's 50 precious words Las Musas Books Lupita's Brown Ballet Slippers is available for preorder at Nowhere Books and the Twig in San Antonio, Target, Bookshop, Barnes and Noble, Amazon. Lupita's Brown Ballet Slippers Cover Reveal Rachael Herron, Ink in Your Veins Podcast

Sara Easterly is an award-winning author and essayist. Her latest book, Adoption Unfiltered (Rowman & Littlefield, Dec 2023), is a collaboration with birth parent Kelsey Vander Vliet Ranyard and adoptive parent Lori Holden. Her spiritual memoir, Searching for Mom, won a 2020 Illumination Book Award gold medal, among many others. Sara's adoption-focused articles and essays have been published by Psychology Today, Dear Adoption, Feminine Collective, Her View from Home, Red Letter Christians, and Severance Magazine, to name a few. Sara is Founder of Adoptee Voices and previously led one of the largest chapters of the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators (SCBWI), where she was recognized as SCBWI Member of the Year. She is a trained facilitator and staff member with the Neufeld Institute.Sara resides outside of Seattle with her husband, two daughters, and a menagerie of rescued fur-babies. As an adoptee, she has a passion for helping others understand the often-misunderstood hearts of adopted children.Find her online at https://saraeasterly.com/ https://adoptee-voices.com/Adoption Unfiltered: Revelations from Adoptees, Birth parents, Adoptive Parents, and Allies available on Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/Adoption-Unfiltered-Revelations-Adoptees-Adoptive/dp/1538174693/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3CEMXIV5XIDQL&keywords=adoption+unfiltered&qid=1706624058&sprefix=%2Caps%2C105&sr=8-1Searching For Mom: A Memoir available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Searching-Mom-Memoir-Sara-Easterly/dp/0578601958/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3T8RJV7GXFQAK&keywords=searching+for+mom+sara+easterly&qid=1706624112&sprefix=sara+easter%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-1Music by Corey Quinn

This week we dived deep into the picture book publishing process. Whether you're at the beginning of your journey, stuck in the middle, or just looking for that extra nudge, we've covered everything you need to know to navigate this challenging yet rewarding path.Our Picture Book Journey: We share the latest on Cat's Rule and the unagented submission process. Despite the silence from publishers, we're just at the beginning!Dealing with Submissions: We talked about the frustration of unresponsive publishers. Yet, there's hope in platforms like Entangled Publishing's Little Lark, which allows authors to track their submission's progress. It's a game-changer in maintaining sanity during the waiting game.Joining SCBWI: If you haven't already, joining the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) is a must. It's been a beacon of support, resources, and community for both of us. From critique partners to craft agents, SCBWI offers everything you need to grow in the kid lit world.Craft Development Resources: We also highlighted invaluable resources for honing your craft, such as the Highlights Foundation, the Writing Barn, and the Children's Book Academy. These platforms offer workshops, classes, and webinars that are accessible virtually, making them perfect for any schedule and budget.Feedback is Gold: Embrace feedback on your work. It's the cornerstone of growth. Sharing your work, even when it's scary, opens the door to invaluable insights that can transform your writing.Contests and Pitch Parties: Don't overlook contests and Twitter pitch parties like #PBPitch. They're fantastic opportunities to gain visibility, feedback, and even catch the eye of agents and publishers. Plus, winning or being shortlisted in contests can be a significant boost to your author bio.Querying Resources: When you're ready to query, resources like Sylvia Liu's Advanced Tips for Querying Agents and the monster list of picture book agents by Heather Ayris Burnell are indispensable. Final Thoughts: Putting yourself out there is essential. Whether it's joining SCBWI, submitting to contests, or querying agents, each step you take brings you closer to your dream of publishing a picture book.Remember, we're in this together, cheering each other on every step of the way. So, dive into the resources we've shared, embrace the journey, and keep writing. Your story deserves to be told, and the world is waiting to hear it.Blog versionVideo summary  Support the showWebsite: https://www.writerswithwrinkles.net/Threads: @WritersWithWrinklesInsta: @WritersWithWrinklesTwitter: @BethandLisaPodSupport Writers With Wrinkles - become a subscriberEmail: Beth@BethMcMullenBooks.comWriters with Wrinkles Link Tree for more!

My special guest and I have a fun and exciting conversation about our love of writing children's books. Even though today's episode is audio only for the most part, I get so excited to show off a new toy I made, that I forget that I don't have my camera on, and turn it on for a brief second.so if you're listening on YouTube, please disregard my split second video shot. For those of you listening, I'll share the picture of the crocheted ice cream I talked about as part of the show notes blogpost on my site. TONYA DUNCAN ELLIS is author of the award-winning, 13-book, SOPHIE WASHINGTON children's chapter series and THEY BUILT ME FOR FREEDOM (HarperCollins, Balzer + Bray, 2024). She is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), the Authors Guild, and the Brown Bookshelf's Highlights Foundation-sponsored Amplify Black Stories storyteller cohort. Tonya has spoken and taught at writing conferences at the Highlights Foundation and for SCBWI in New York City and for SCBWI Houston and Austin, TX chapters. A former journalist and freelance magazine writer, she holds a BA degree in French from Centre College of Kentucky and an MBA degree from Washington University in St. Louis. Tonya is represented by Sara Megibow of kt Literary. She lives in Houston, Texas and is married with three children. There are 13 books in the SOPHIE WASHINGTON chapter series geared toward kids ages 8 to 12. African American preteen Sophie Washington and her friends deal with common tween issues like fighting off bullies, squabbling with siblings, managing social media and video games, getting schoolwork done, fitting in, and puppy love, with a Texas-twist. Sophie lives in the suburbs of Houston, Texas and sees alligators on neighborhood bike rides, goes muttin' bustin' at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, and experiences flooding and hurricanes, which makes for all kinds of exciting adventures. Books in the Sophie Washington series include Sophie Washington: Queen of the Bee, Sophie Washington: The Snitch, Sophie Washington: Things You Didn't Know About Sophie, Sophie Washington: The Gamer, Sophie Washington: Hurricane, Sophie Washington: Mission: Costa Rica, Sophie Washington: Secret Santa, Sophie Washington: Code One, Sophie Washington: Mismatch, Sophie Washington: My BFF, Sophie Washington: Class Retreat, Sophie Washington: Lemonade Day, and Sophie Washington: Treasure Beach.  Connect with Tonya at the following links: Website: www.tonyaduncanellis.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tonyaellisbooks/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonyaellisbooks/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tonyaellisbooks     Visit www.everyday-excellence.com and use promo code Inspirational Journeys to get 10% off any product on the site. Subscribe to the 540 Writers Community for free, if you need some writing accountability, and you want  to participate inwriting workshops. Visit: https://540writerscommunity.com/ to sign up for the newsletter and search for 540 writers community on Facebook. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inspirational-journeys/message

Looking for inspiration on how to encourage children to read and enjoy the process? Look no further! We had the pleasure of chatting with Tonya Duncan Ellis, the brilliant mind behind the award-winning 13-book Sophie Washington Children's Chapter series and They Built Me for Freedom. Tonya shared her journey to becoming a successful writer, the impact her books have had on kids, educators, and readers across the US, and her secrets for making reading exciting and engaging for young minds.Tonya also provided valuable insights on how to choose the right books and series that will keep kids captivated, and the benefits of introducing them to graphic novels as a stepping stone towards longer books. We even discussed fun activities like book clubs and movie nights related to their favorite stories, as well as the importance of letting children have a say in what they read. Listen in to learn how to make reading a delightful experience that opens up a world of possibilities for your child.But Tonya's wisdom doesn't end there – she also shared her daily writing routine, tips to overcome writer's block, and her approach to goal setting and intention setting to stay motivated. We explored her writing journey, the support she found within her community, and her latest novel, They Built Me for Freedom. Don't miss out on this insightful and heartwarming conversation with Tonya Duncan Ellis, and discover how the power of reading can truly transform lives.About Tonya: TONYA DUNCAN ELLIS is author of the award-winning, 13-book, SOPHIE WASHINGTON children's chapter series and THEY BUILT ME FOR FREEDOM (HarperCollins, Balzer + Bray, 2024). She is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), the Authors Guild, and the Brown Bookshelf's Highlights Foundation-sponsored Amplify Black Stories storyteller cohort. Tonya has spoken and taught at writing conferences at the Highlights Foundation and for SCBWI in New York City and for SCBWI Houston and Austin, TX chapters. A former journalist and freelance magazine writer, she holds a BA degree in French from Centre College of Kentucky and an MBA degree from Washington University in St. Louis. Tonya is represented by Sara Megibow of kt Literary. She lives in Houston, Texas and is married with three children.LINKS, RESOURCES & QUOTESTonya's Sophie Washington Series The Global Community for Children's Book Creators (SCBWI) The Creative Penn PodcastReggie and Delilah's Year of FallingSupport the showIf you feel inspired please consider sharing this episode with a friend, writing a 5⭐️ review or becoming a Raising Wild Hearts Member here!

Join me for a conversation with  Anna Orenstein-Cardona, a certified financial educator, author, and Puerto Rico native.  We discuss how her personal experience with Hurricane Maria inspired her heartwarming children's book, The Tree of Hope. Anna shares her emotional journey of witnessing the hurricane's destruction from afar and its impact on her family back on the island.Discover the powerful intersection of Puerto Rico's culture, history, and U.S. citizenship as Anna opens up about her unique path from grief and loss to writing a children's book that celebrates hope and the human spirit. Hear how her hard work and determination secured her a job on Wall Street and how it fueled her passion to help others learn about finance. We also dive into Anna's creative process, her experience with Faber Academy, and valuable insights into the world of children's book writing and publishing.Finally, we discuss the ongoing impact of The Tree of Hope and the joy it brings to children and readers alike. Anna reflects on the supportive community that came together to rescue the famous Banyan tree in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, and the powerful message of hope it represents. BIO:Anna Orenstein-Cardona was born and raised in Puerto Rico. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and is an alum of Faber Academy (Writing a Novel and Writing for Children). She is active in the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI).Anna is an NFEC-certified Financial Educator (CFEI) and Wealth Coach with over 22 years of experience working in global financial markets. In 2020, she founded Wear Your Money Crown® - an empowering, woman-owned financial education and coaching firm that is passionately dedicated to bridging the financial inequality gap.Her debut picture book, The Tree Of Hope, was published by Beaming Books in 2022.Currently, Anna is working on developing various projects, including more children books. She lives in London with her two very special furbabies and her Southern Gentleman husband, although spends as much time as she can in Puerto Rico. Where she regularly gets involved in rescuing abandoned animals and supporting local charities.Learn More About Anna's Author Journey and The Tree Of Hope: http://www.annaorensteincardona.com/Purchase the Book: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Target, Indiebound, and/or your local bookstore!Follow Anna:Twitter: https://twitter.com/BoricuaAnnaIG: https://www.instagram.com/wearyourmoneycrown/

Tonya Duncan Ellis is the author of the bestselling SOPHIE WASHINGTON children's chapter book series and THEY BUILT ME FOR FREEDOM. She enjoys inspiring other authors with mindset tips for author success. Tonya has spoken and taught at writing conferences at the Highlights Foundation and for SCBWI in New York City, Houston, and Austin, TX chapters. A former journalist and freelance magazine writer, she is a graduate of Centre College of Kentucky and holds an MBA degree from Washington University in St. Louis. Tonya loves to travel and has visited 49 American states, 20 countries, and three continents, but some of her best journeys have been between the pages of a novel. She could always be found with a book in her hand, and reading is still one of her favorite hobbies. When she's not reading or writing, Tonya likes to ride her bike, swim, and spend time with her husband and three children. She lives in Houston, TX. She is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), the Authors Guild, Black Creators in KidLit, and the Brown Bookshelf's Highlights Foundation-sponsored, Amplify Black Stories storyteller cohort. Married with three children, Tonya lives in Houston, Texas. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.tonyaduncanellis.com Book: Sophie Washington: Treasure Beach By Tonya Duncan Ellis Most Influential Person Her Mom Effect on Emotions It's been very beneficial to me, I do journaling every day. Being mindful and intentional in what I'm doing helps me stay focused because there's a lot of rejection in my business. So it just keeps me focused on my goals and moving in a positive direction. Thoughts on Breathing I don't do a lot of it. But I have taken Pilates and some yoga classes at times. And I find that they do a lot of breathing in the exercise. And it's like a release and helps relieve a lot of your stress and anxiety. And even when I do walking and movement I think it helps me overcome anxious feelings and be more positive. Suggested Resources Book: The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom (A Toltec Wisdom Book) Book: Sophie Washington: Treasure Beach By Tonya Duncan Ellis Bullying Story The second book in my series, is Sophie Washington, the Snitch. It's about children being bullied by a new girl at school who's taking their lunch money and shoving them around. And I think mindfulness may have been helpful for the bully herself. She recognized her history, it comes out later in the book that her parents have abandoned her and had some other personal issues. If she had been able to do some mindfulness work, that would help with her anger and bad feelings that led her to be unkind to the other kids. So Related Episodes Breath and Fire; Michelle Hillier Breathwork To Upscale Your Life; Samantha Skelly 2000 Books To Improve Your Life by Mani Vaya Special Offer Are you experiencing anxiety & stress? Peace is within your grasp. I'm Bruce Langford, a practicing coach, and hypnotist helping fast-track people just like you to shed their inner bully and move forward with confidence. Book a Free Coaching Session to get you on the road to a more satisfying life, feeling grounded and focused. Send me an email at bruce@mindfulnessmode.com with ‘Coaching Session' in the subject line. We'll set up a zoom call and talk about how you can move forward to a better life.

In this podcast, Tonya discusses the critical role that reading plays in a child's development. She explains the various benefits of reading to your child, including language, cognitive, and emotional development, as well as the opportunity for bonding. Tonya emphasizes that reading can be an easy and enjoyable activity to incorporate into your daily routine, regardless of your child's age. She also shares some tips for selecting books that your child will enjoy and engage with. If you're a parent or caregiver looking to support your child's growth and development, this podcast is for you. Biography Tonya Duncan Ellis is author of the bestselling Sophie Washington children's chapter book series and THEY BUILT ME FOR FREEDOM (Balzer + Bray an imprint of Harper Collins, 2024) She is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), the Authors Guild, Black Creators in KidLit, and the Brown Bookshelf's Highlights Foundation-sponsored, Amplify Black Stories storyteller cohort. In 2021, she won the Austin SCBWI Cynthia Leitich Smith Writing Mentor Award. She is a 2022 winner of SCBWI's Independently Published Book Launch Marketing Grant. Represented by Sara Megibow of KT Literary, Tonya holds an MBA degree from Washington University in St. Louis and a BA degree in French from Centre College of Kentucky. She lives in Houston, Texas and is married with three children. About Theresa Inman A wife and a mother to two children, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Infant Toddler Development Specialist. She was introduced to the field of behavior analysis in 2007 after working in many capacities in the juvenile justice system. Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child develop skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠“How Can I Help My Child Communicate?”⁠⁠ in 2022. Connect with Theresa today! Instagram | ⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠ LinkedIn | ⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠ BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠ YouTube | ⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠ Tiktok | ⁠⁠Parenting Bytes⁠⁠ Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠ About Parenting with Confidence Parenting with Confidence with Theresa Alexander Inman presents you with answers if you are a tired and frustrated parent with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. We aim to lift you up from the pressure of doing it right and provide you with the resources to set you and your child up for success! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theresa-alexander-inman/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theresa-alexander-inman/support

Lindsay Bonilla is the author of Polar Bear Island (Union Square, 2018) and I Love You With All of My Hearts (Creative Editions, 2021). In our lively and candid interview, we celebrate the launch of Lindsay's new book, The Note Who Faced the Music (Page Street Kids, 2023). Lindsay talks about her childhood challenges and her penchant for storytelling which turned into a passion for writing picture books. She recounts the path from hybrid to traditional publishing, lessons learned along the way, and gives sage advice for aspiring authors. Lindsay is a member of the National Storytelling Network (NSN) and the Society for Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). Learn more at lindsaybonilla.com. Mel Rosenberg is a professor emeritus of microbiology (Tel Aviv University, emeritus) who fell in love with children's books as a small child and now writes his own. He is co-founder of Ourboox, a web platform with some 240,000 ebooks that allows anyone to create and share flipbooks comprising text, pictures and videos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Lindsay Bonilla is the author of Polar Bear Island (Union Square, 2018) and I Love You With All of My Hearts (Creative Editions, 2021). In our lively and candid interview, we celebrate the launch of Lindsay's new book, The Note Who Faced the Music (Page Street Kids, 2023). Lindsay talks about her childhood challenges and her penchant for storytelling which turned into a passion for writing picture books. She recounts the path from hybrid to traditional publishing, lessons learned along the way, and gives sage advice for aspiring authors. Lindsay is a member of the National Storytelling Network (NSN) and the Society for Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). Learn more at lindsaybonilla.com. Mel Rosenberg is a professor emeritus of microbiology (Tel Aviv University, emeritus) who fell in love with children's books as a small child and now writes his own. He is co-founder of Ourboox, a web platform with some 240,000 ebooks that allows anyone to create and share flipbooks comprising text, pictures and videos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you a new parent? Or know someone with a baby? If so, you need to check out this episode with Dr. Nnamani. We will talk all about the importance of breastfeeding a child. Dr. Amaka Nnamani is a general pediatrician residing in Hershey, PA. She is also a wife and mom of three children ages 10, 8 and 2. She trained in pediatrics at Albert Einstein Healthcare Network in Philadelphia and had her first two daughters while in training. Dr. Nnamani is the chapter Breastfeeding Coordinator for the PA American Academy of Pediatrics, two-time grant recipient from the Pennsylvania Department of Health (to improve the breastfeeding rates in moms) and member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). She has written a children's picture book on breastfeeding. It is written from the point of view of a 6 year old child. In her spare time, she loves to read autobiographies/biographies, travel, dance, watch comedies and shop. The beach and the spa are her happy places. Contact Dr. Nnamani Website: Www.DrAmakaNnamani.com. Instagram: ziorasquest --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/urcaringdocs/message

Today's guest on the Writer's Parachute, Guiding Author and Writer dreams to a perfect landing®...is:  Author, Writer, Special Education Teacher, Paula M. KarrllBe sure to follow the Writer's Parachute on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WriterParachutehttps://www.facebook.com/writerparachute/https://www.instagram.com/writerparachute/https://www.twitter.com/writerparachute/https://www.tiktok.com/@writerparachutePaula's Bio:Paula M. Karll is an award-winning children's author, an avid educator with over 10 years of experience working with grades K through12. As a wife and mother, Paula has direct experience navigating challenges families face every day. Paula uses the art of storytelling and her love of literacy to offer actionable tools and practical solutions to parents & teachers. Paula is a mentor, motivational speaker, children's literacy advocate, diverse-learner educator & strategist, a member of the Council for Exceptional Children, a member of the Black Caucus of the American Library Association, and a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). As a graduate with a master's degree in Special Education, Paula has extensive experience working with parents, educators, and schools to help provide supportive services for diverse learners.The Adventures of Ellie and Eve: Ellie Meets the New Babyhttps://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Ellie-Eve-Meets-Baby-ebook/dp/B09C1441HT/*Mom's Choice Award WinnerIt is important for parents to communicate with their older children to help them adapt and adjust to a new sibling. Caring for and nurturing the older sibling is just as important as caring for the new baby. In Ellie Meets the New Baby, Ellie struggles with embracing her new sister. As Mom and Dad encourage Ellie and communicate the baby's needs to her, she starts to learn and enjoy being a big sister. The author incorporates an inclusive depiction of a multi-cultural family, which allows readers to identify with characters who may seem a little different-- or who simply have a different kind of family-- but are basically the same. This book also incorporates discussion questions and learning activities to support parents in communicating with their siblings.Connect with Paula M. Karll here:Website: https://www.paulamkarll.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/theadventuresofellieandeve/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/paulamkarll/Twitter:https://twitter.com/paulamkarll/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@paulamkarll/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/paula-m-karll-0987b3157/Be sure to sign up for her email list to get up-to-date notifications of Paula's books, Donate Knowledge projects, and events.https://www.paulamkarll.comFounder of “Donate Knowledge,” a new not for profit (NFP) 501 (c)(3) organization created to donate books to those less fortunate communities, to promote foster literacy and inclusion awareness.Upcoming Events:Pre-K-K Book Bag drawing 7/29-8/30 through Donate KnowledgeDonate cash, book bags, or booksBarnes & Noble StoryTime & Book Signing 8/27/2022Algonquin Commons, 1802 S. Randall Rd.Algonquin, IL 60102

"There's so much interesting space to talk about who can tell a story, and who has the right to tell a story, and how we tell stories about ourselves and each other. I think that it's something to be handled with such intentionality and sensitivity." - Julie Knutson Welcome back to another episode of Discover More. This week, we have a special episode to celebrate Women's History Month. This week's guest is Julie Knutson. (KIN-UT-SEN) Julie is an author and educator with a wide-ranging background in history, humanities, and the social sciences. She also serves as editorial director at ThinkCERCA. A true multipotentialite, Julie holds an undergraduate degree in cultural studies from NYU, a master's degree in Political Sociology from The London School of Economics, and additional post-grad degrees in education and art history from Rice University. One of her recent books, “Global Citizenship: Engage in the Politics of a Changing World,” was awarded a Skipping Stones Honor for Multicultural books, and helps young readers examine what it means to be a global citizen. Julie is an active member of the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS), having served as the Chair of its Middle School Teacher of the Year Award in 2018. She also maintains membership in the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). Show Notes: Julie Knutson Website: http://www.julieknutsonauthor.com/ Julie's Twitter: https://twitter.com/JulieKnutson2 Books Referenced The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron Teaching to Transgress and Teaching Community: A Pedagogy of Hope by Bell Hooks We Want to Do More than Survive by Bettina Love Improv for Writers by Jorjeana Marie Improvisation and the Theater by Viola Spolin Videos and Documentaries Inventing Improv (PBS) Rick Lowe of Project Row Houses on Social Sculpture Web Resources on the SDGs The 17 Goals World's Largest Lesson Benefits of Improv & Expressive Arts Therapy https://www.artrelief.info/improvlab-action-theatre-tm * Connect with Us: Follow Us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discovermorepodcast/ Follow Benoit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benoitkim/ Follow Aidan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aidanjames24/ Subscribe to Our Newsletter: https://tinyletter.com/discovermorepodcast * Thank you for Discovering More with us!

Telling the truth or covering up. That is what the turtle in this story is mulling over in his little mind. Author: Amy Upshaw and Salem de Benezac. Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational,
Your child will enjoy and learn from our online
 Video Picture Books™ It's Storytime, Anytime℠ - 
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Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ 

StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today's digital world. A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


 Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! Watch the best-recommended kids video storybooks.

 It's Always Storytime Here.℠
 Parents, Read With Your Kids! © MMXIII - MMXIXXII  StoryCub, Inc. All Rights Reserved. StoryCub, Video Picture Books, It's Storytime, Anytime, and the StoryCub logo are trademarks of StoryCub, Inc. FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to, public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved.

To obtain a Public Performance License, please contact: StoryCub, Inc. StoryCub.com/contact StoryCub is an Early Childhood Education project.

Tiffani Teachey is a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Advocate who strives to educate young children and parents about the importance of STEM Careers and representation in those industries.She is the award-winning author of the children's book, What Can I Be? STEM Careers from A to Z, available in Spanish, French, and Swahili, coloring and activity book, teacher's guide. She also wrote two women empowerment books.Tiffani has a passion for inspiring the next generation to engage in STEM careers, she is also a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) and enjoys traveling and being a youth mentor.TiffaniTeachey.comIG/FB/Twitter/Pinterest: @tiffaniteacheyYour Resource for Success Podcast @ 7 pm EST with your favorite Host Kimberly McLemore and her Special Guest!

https://www.erindealey.com/@erindealey on Twitter and Instagramhttps://www.facebook.com/erin.dealey Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/erindealey/_saved/ Peter Easter FrogDear Earth…from Your Friends in Room 5K is for Kindergarten Snow Globe WishesSociety of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI): https://www.scbwi.org/Caitlyn DlouhyInterrupting Chicken by David Ezra Stein: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8036440-interrupting-chickenTamar MaysMelissa Stewart: https://www.melissa-stewart.com/Sarah Scheerger, Operation Frog Effect, Mitzvah Pizza: https://www.sarahlynnbooks.com/Ernesto Cisneros, Efran Divided, Falling Short: https://www.ernestocisneros.com/Patricia Newman, Planet Ocean: https://www.patriciamnewman.com/Lori Mortensen, Arlo Draws an Octopus: https://www.lorimortensen.com/Bitsy Kemper: https://bitsykemper.wordpress.com/2021derfuls: https://twitter.com/2021derfuls

Hi Everyone! Today I have a cohost Robin Mallory who I interviewed from season 6, and we interview Professor Brian Bowes from our Book Illustration class. Here is more about Professor Bowes: Living in Savannah, Georgia, Brian Bowes' illustrations shine with story-telling, draftsmanship, and creativity. His work has been included in numerous children's books, notably in The Story of the Fisherman published by Foolscap Press. The Story of The Fisherman has been collected by university libraries from around the world, and a copy can be found in the Rare Book and Special Collections Division at the United States Library of Congress. A former Illustrator Coordinator for the San Francisco North & East Bay region of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), Bowes appreciates this community of like-minded creators and enjoys actively participating and helping others. He currently teaches at the Savannah College of Art and Design and works on various book projects in his spare time. To see his work visit: http://brianbowesillustration.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studiobowesart/ Robin Mallory Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rgmallo/ Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: http://www.nmillerillustration.com/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hmfmhL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmillerillustration/ Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/nmillerillustration Blog: https://nmillerillustration.art.blog/

A unique ABC picture book to teach children how to read by familiarizing them with the letters of the alphabet. Each letter corresponds with names of favorite children's books. Author: Mrs. Cheryl E. Hill. Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational,
Your child will enjoy and learn from our online
 Video Picture Books™ It's Storytime, Anytime℠ - 
Viewed in more than 150 countries! 

Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ 

StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today's digital world. A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


 Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! Watch the best-recommended kids video storybooks.

 It's Always Storytime Here.℠
 Parents, Read With Your Kids! © MMXIII - MMXXI StoryCub, Inc. All Rights Reserved. StoryCub, Video Picture Books, It's Storytime, Anytime, and the StoryCub logo are trademarks of StoryCub, Inc. FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to, public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved.

To obtain a Public Performance License, please contact: StoryCub, Inc. StoryCub.com/contact StoryCub is an Early Childhood Education project.

It's ALPHABET WEEK! LET'S GET GOING! Scottish author MaSSiMo delivers cute animals rhymes to aid retention and help you learn the alphabet. Author: MaSSiMo  Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational,
 your child will enjoy and learn from our online 
Video Picture Books™ It's Storytime, Anytime℠ - 
Viewed in more than 150 countries! 

Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ 

StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today's digital world. A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


 Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! Watch the best-recommended kids video storybooks.

 It's Always Storytime Here.℠
 Parents, Read With Your Kids! © MMXXI StoryCub, Inc. All Rights Reserved. StoryCub, Video Picture Books, It's Storytime, Anytime, and the StoryCub logo are trademarks of StoryCub, Inc. FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to, public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved.

To obtain a Public Performance License, please contact: StoryCub, Inc. StoryCub.com/contact StoryCub is an Early Childhood Education project.

Episode Summary1) Tiffani Teachy is the truth. She is true to her mission and making sure that girls and underrepresented groups get access to and are exposed to STEM. She means it!!2) She is an author twice over. You can learn about both her books from her website.3) Parents do the work to find opportunities to expose kids to STEM.4) If you have an idea for a book. Write it. Look for help from free-lancers but write it and get it out there. 5) In her second book,  she talks about how she made her way through imposter syndrome and you can also/Tiffani Teachy BioTiffani Teachey is a Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) advocate, professional speaker, and international bestselling author of the children's book What Can I Be? STEM Careers from A to Z, available in Spanish, French, and Swahili, coloring & activity book, teacher's guide, and women's empowerment books Saving Lives While Fighting for Mine: Stories Empowering Women to Win and Pretty, Paid, and Powerful: 40 Days to Empowering the Woman Within. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, as well as a Masters of Science degree in Engineering Management, both from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte.​As an engineer with more than sixteen years of experience, Tiffani has a passion for inspiring the next generation to engage in STEM careers. She is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). Tiffani was born and raised in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, enjoys traveling and being a youth mentor.website: https://tiffaniteachey.com/ Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/stemminginstilettos)

Susanne Gervay is kid literature author known all over the world. She was awarded the Order of Australia for her books that tackle tough issues like bullying, disability, cancer and more. She is a 3 time breast cancer survivor herself and her parents were Holocaust survivors who fled Hungary as refugees to make a home in Australia. She is a Regional Advisor for Society of Childrens' Books Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) - largest children's writers and illustrators organization in the world and she is also a committee member for Books in Homes which has distributed more than 2 mill books to indigenous and disadvantaged Australian Children. You will laugh a lot in this episode, you will come close to tears, and you will be left with the beautiful resilience of the human spirit to seek the light even when everything looks dark...Website: https://sgervay.comFacebook - sgervayTwitter-   https://twitter.com/sgervayInstagram - https://instagram.com/susanne_gervay/Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/sgervayLinkedin -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanne-gervayIf you enjoyed this episode it would be amazing if you could write a review and share it with your friends! Thanks!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-engineering/Review Outro

HaPpY EaStEr FrOm StoryCub!! Easter is on its way and the Easter bunny cannot find his eggs. Janie and the Easter Bunny go on a wild, hilarious egg hunt, searching in all kinds of unusual places. Can a very curious freckled-box help the Easter Bunny save his big day? You'll enjoy this humorous rhyming tale, which has become a holiday favorite. Author: Julia Dweck. REAL PRESCHOOL STORYTELLERS = REAL STORYTIME Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books™ It’s Storytime, Anytime℠ - Viewed in more than 150 countries! Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before nap-time, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through “wherever you are” and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world. Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! Watch the best-recommended Kids Video Storybooks. It's Always Storytime Here.℠ Parents, Read With Your Kids! © MMXIII - MMXXI StoryCub, Inc. All Rights Reserved. StoryCub, Video Picture Books, It’s Storytime, Anytime, Real Storytellers = Real Storytime and the StoryCub logo are trademarks of StoryCub, Inc. FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to; public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved. To obtain a Public Performance License, please contact: StoryCub, Inc. StoryCub.com/contact StoryCub is an Early Childhood Education project.

Show your support and WRITE A REVIEW. It’s really important and will help spread the StoryCub love. Thank You. Dina the dinosaur waits for her guests to arrive for one huge dino-tea. There's just one problem. There is no tea. What will Dina do? The clock is ticking and the tea is about to begin. Take your place at the head of the table for this fast-paced dinosaur rhyming adventure. Author: Julia Dweck.  REAL PRESCHOOL STORYTELLERS = REAL STORYTIME Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books™ It’s Storytime, Anytime℠ - Viewed in more than 150 countries! Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before nap-time, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through “wherever you are” and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world. Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! Watch the best-recommended Kids Video Storybooks. It's Always Storytime Here.℠ Parents, Read With Your Kids! © MMXIII - MMXXI StoryCub, Inc. All Rights Reserved. StoryCub, Video Picture Books, It’s Storytime, Anytime, Real Storytellers = Real Storytime and the StoryCub logo are trademarks of StoryCub, Inc. FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to; public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved. To obtain a Public Performance License, please contact: StoryCub, Inc. StoryCub.com/contact StoryCub is an Early Childhood Education project.

Shary Williamson Author of The Woodland Elves Series www.TheWoodlandElves.com Email: Shary@roadrunner.com Facebook: The Woodland Elves Phone: 740-225-8391 Join Tracy Blom as she interviews children's author Shary Williamson, creator of the Woodland Elves Series which has been sold 92 countries and inspired countless magical experiences. Each book promotes important lessons of unity, creativity, and finding a sincere connection to nature. Behind her books is a team of wonderful creators including illustrator Jay Johnston, and creative coordinator and musician Russ Kendall. Shary Williamson’s career as an educator spanned four decades in Florida, Virginia and Ohio. She graduated from Miami University in 1967 and later received a master’s degree in early childhood education. Though she taught children from pre-school through high school, her first love and focus for 25 years has been in early childhood education. Shary has often been recognized for her exemplary work, most notably as District Educator of the Year, Ohio PTA Outstanding Educator of the Year, American Red Cross Clara Barton Award for Education and The Ohio Department of Education Leadership Award. On two separate occasions, she was named one of Marion, Ohio’s Outstanding Citizens in recognition of her broad community involvement and volunteer work. She served on The Ohio State Board of Directors for The American Diabetes Association and was named its Ohio Volunteer of the Year. For over ten years, she directed the children’s choir at local churches and volunteered over 1,000 hours in the children’s wing of the local hospital. Her humorous articles were published in The Marion Star between 2006 – 2010. She is currently an active member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators (SCBWI), one of Marion, Ohio’s parks commissioners, and remains very involved in community service. Her contagious enthusiasm and positive energy follow her wherever she goes. Her well-known “mission statement hung in her classroom for 40 years, and it still hangs in her home today. It is the motivation for the creation of The Woodland Elves. Simply put, her mission statement is to “Pass the Joy of Life Around!” "Music: www.bensound.com" @copyright by Authors On the Air

Shary Williamson Author of The Woodland Elves Series www.TheWoodlandElves.com Email: Shary@roadrunner.com Facebook: The Woodland Elves Phone: 740-225-8391 Join Tracy Blom as she interviews children's author Shary Williamson, creator of the Woodland Elves Series which has been sold 92 countries and inspired countless magical experiences. Each book promotes important lessons of unity, creativity, and finding a sincere connection to nature. Behind her books is a team of wonderful creators including illustrator Jay Johnston, and creative coordinator and musician Russ Kendall. Shary Williamson's career as an educator spanned four decades in Florida, Virginia and Ohio. She graduated from Miami University in 1967 and later received a master's degree in early childhood education. Though she taught children from pre-school through high school, her first love and focus for 25 years has been in early childhood education. Shary has often been recognized for her exemplary work, most notably as District Educator of the Year, Ohio PTA Outstanding Educator of the Year, American Red Cross Clara Barton Award for Education and The Ohio Department of Education Leadership Award. On two separate occasions, she was named one of Marion, Ohio's Outstanding Citizens in recognition of her broad community involvement and volunteer work. She served on The Ohio State Board of Directors for The American Diabetes Association and was named its Ohio Volunteer of the Year. For over ten years, she directed the children's choir at local churches and volunteered over 1,000 hours in the children's wing of the local hospital. Her humorous articles were published in The Marion Star between 2006 – 2010. She is currently an active member of the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators (SCBWI), one of Marion, Ohio's parks commissioners, and remains very involved in community service. Her contagious enthusiasm and positive energy follow her wherever she goes. Her well-known “mission statement hung in her classroom for 40 years, and it still hangs in her home today. It is the motivation for the creation of The Woodland Elves. Simply put, her mission statement is to “Pass the Joy of Life Around!” "Music: www.bensound.com" @copyright by Authors On the Air

On episode 65 of the podcast, I’m joined by children’s book author, educator, and activist Joanna Ho. Joanna is the New York Times bestselling author of Eyes that Kiss in the Corners, a beautiful picture book that tells the story of a little Asian girl who learns to love and appreciate the shape of her eyes.    Joanna holds a BA in psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, and a master’s from the Principal Leadership Institute at Berkeley. She has been an English teacher, a dean, the designer of an alternative-to-prison program, and a professional development mastermind. She is currently the vice principal of a high school in the Bay Area. Joanna Ho Wants to Change the World with her Writing During our conversation, which felt like a chat with an old friend, Joanna shares how writing for young people is part of her anti-racism activism; why it makes her sad that so many Asian women love her book; how she reacted when her first attempts at writing picture books were rejected; and why she’s not interested in leaving her day job to pursue writing full time, despite the fact that she has three other books already in the works! Joanna Ho is an absolute delight and I hope you enjoy the show! A Meltingpot Minute About Multicultural Witches During the Meltingpot Minute, I take a moment to preview next week's episode and to share my review for the amazing new novel, The Once and Future Witches by Alix E. Harrow.  Literary Links from the Show Grab your copy of Eyes that Kiss in the Corners To keep up with all of the amazing content Joanna puts out in the world, visit her website at JoannaHowrites.com. While you wait for Joanna's book about YoYo Ma at the border, check out this article from Time magazine about some of his humanitarian work. Joanna just finished reading Punching the Air by Yusef Salem and Ibi Zoboi. You might want to read it too. You might also like American Street by Ibi Zoboi. I reviewed it a few years ago on the blog.  If you'd like to take some classes or learn more about writing for children, do what Joanna did and check out the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). Buy yourself some beautiful pajamas or a lovely nightgown, so you can read in bed in style...like me. Visit the Printfresh online store and use the promocode LORILTHARPS for 15% off your order. By the way, they also have beautiful writing journals as well.   ********************************* How to Support the Show 1. Subscribe or Follow the show on your favorite podcast platform. 2. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts 3. Do your online book shopping on the My American Meltingpot Bookstore 4. Make a donation via paypal on the My American Meltingpot Website. Thank you!      

The Pancake Princess has an odd eating habit. Obsessed with pancakes, she commands the entire kingdom to eat nothing but! 

 Eventually, her parents, the King and Queen, tire of the gooey mess order the Royal Cook to make new foods. Author: Tiziana Ciccone and Franca Linardi. REAL PRESCHOOL STORYTELLERS = REAL STORYTIME Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books™ It’s Storytime, Anytime℠ - Viewed in more than 150 countries! Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before nap-time, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through “wherever you are” and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world. Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! Watch the best-recommended Kids Video Storybooks. It's Always Storytime Here.℠ Parents, Read With Your Kids! © MMXIII - MMXXI StoryCub, Inc. All Rights Reserved. StoryCub, Video Picture Books, It’s Storytime, Anytime, Real Storytellers = Real Storytime and the StoryCub logo are trademarks of StoryCub, Inc. FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to; public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved. To obtain a Public Performance License, please contact: StoryCub, Inc. StoryCub.com/contact StoryCub is an Early Childhood Education project.

Hey y'all! Thank you so much for listening this month. This episode I wanted to highlight self-published author Kim C. Lee! We talk about the process of self-publishing a book, discovering new technologies and our favorite reads of 2020 AND of all time. Kim C. Lee - a lover of stories that tickle the heart - is a children's book author and literacy advocate. As a mother, she can attest to the importance of diverse representation in literature and the impacts that its absence and presence can have on children. Inspired by her son, she writes to illuminate the perspectives and experiences of African American children. Kim released her first book, The Night Owl, in July 2020 and then followed it up with second book, Meet Frankie Jordan, in January 2021. At home in Maryland, Kim enjoys spending time with family and tinkering with gadgets of all sorts. Kim is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). Website: kimcleewrites.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimcleewrites Email: info@kimcleewrites.com Books can be found: kimcleewrites.com, Bookshop, Amazon, B&N, Books-A-Million, and other book retailers!

Your last story of the day may be the best. Author: Diane Baumann. STORYCUB - VIDEO PICTURE BOOKS™ Story + Cub = Learning and Fun - Bedtime or Anytime™ - Children’s Video Stories. Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational,
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Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ 

StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


 Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! Watch the best-recommended kids video storybooks.

 It's Always Storytime Here.℠
 Parents, Read With Your Kids! © MMXIII - MMXXI StoryCub, Inc. All Rights Reserved. StoryCub, Video Picture Books, It’s Storytime, Anytime, and the StoryCub logo are trademarks of StoryCub, Inc. FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to, public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved.

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Beakley, the bird, and his best friend Weber decide to go to the beach. Beakley is afraid to get in the water. After many attempts, Weber discovers a way to help teach Beakley to swim. Author: Sarah Pierce McCullough. Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational,
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Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ 

StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


 Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! Watch the best-recommended kids video storybooks.

 It's Always Storytime Here.℠
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Follow Gary on his first day in Santa's workshop. He tries extremely hard to accomplish every task thrown at him, but most end in disaster.  Fun for anytime of the year. Author: John Ottinger. Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational,
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StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


 Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! Watch the best-recommended kids video storybooks.

 It's Always Storytime Here.℠
 Parents, Read With Your Kids! © MMXIII - MMXX StoryCub, Inc. All Rights Reserved. StoryCub, Video Picture Books, It’s Storytime, Anytime, and the StoryCub logo are trademarks of StoryCub, Inc. FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to, public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved.

To obtain a Public Performance License, please contact: StoryCub, Inc. StoryCub.com/contact StoryCub is an Early Childhood Education project.

A little girl who is worried that Santa won't make it to her house, not only because of a terrible snowstorm, but because her Daddy is still awake and shoveling.   Find out what happens in this story that is great to watch anytime of the year.   Author: Deirdre Tolhurst.   Visit Us at https://www.storycub.com/ Storytime that is both fun and educational,
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Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. 

StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. 

Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ 

StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. 

A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


 Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs and more. 

Watch the best-recommended kids video storybooks.

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 Parents, Read With Your Kids! 
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In a small, peaceful neighborhood, a wonderfully curious and clever girl is about to get herself into a bit of mischief. Her name is Violet and she has a secret.   When Violet ties on her black satin mask she becomes Phantom Girl, the world's most daring experimenter. Author: Allison Keeme. Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational,
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Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ 

StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


 Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! Watch the best-recommended kids video storybooks.

 It's Always Storytime Here.℠
 Parents, Read With Your Kids! © MMXIII - MMXX StoryCub, Inc. All Rights Reserved. StoryCub, Video Picture Books, It’s Storytime, Anytime, and the StoryCub logo are trademarks of StoryCub, Inc. FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to, public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved.

To obtain a Public Performance License, please contact: StoryCub, Inc. StoryCub.com/contact StoryCub is an Early Childhood Education project.

Learn language in a fun and creative way. You'll explore vibrant and whimsical illustrations while discovering new and interesting words from an Australian author. Author: Margie Tweedie. Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational,
 your child will enjoy and learn from our online 
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StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


 Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! Watch the best-recommended kids video storybooks.

 It's Always Storytime Here.℠
 Parents, Read With Your Kids! © MMXIII - MMXVIII StoryCub, Inc. All Rights Reserved. StoryCub, Video Picture Books, It’s Storytime, Anytime, and the StoryCub logo are trademarks of StoryCub, Inc. FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to, public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved.

To obtain a Public Performance License, please contact: StoryCub, Inc. StoryCub.com/contact StoryCub is an Early Childhood Education project.

See what goes on behind the scenes after an order is placed at a restaurant. Where the food comes from and how it all works. This is your guide to learning everything that goes on in a restaurant.from the time it opens and gets ready to serve its customers, to taking a person's order and preparing it, to when the food arrives. From the time the restaurant opens and gets ready to serve its customers, to taking a person's order and preparing it, to when the food arrives. Author: Ryan Afromsky. Illustrator: Ron Noble. Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational,
your child will enjoy and learn from our online 
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Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. 

StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. 

Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ 

StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. 

A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


 Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! 

Watch the best-recommended kids video storybooks.

 It's Always Storytime Here.℠
 Parents, Read With Your Kids! © MMXIII - MMXX StoryCub, Inc. All Rights Reserved. StoryCub, Video Picture Books, It’s Storytime, Anytime, and the StoryCub logo are trademarks of StoryCub, Inc. FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to, public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved.

To obtain a Public Performance License, please contact: StoryCub, Inc. StoryCub.com/contact StoryCub is an Early Childhood Education project.

Dina the dinosaur waits for her guests to arrive for one huge dino-tea. You'll delight at the many interesting dinosaur friends who arrive. There's just one problem: There is no tea! What will Dina do? Author: Julia Dweck Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online
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Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. 

StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. 

Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ 

StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. 

A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


 Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! 

Watch the best-recommended kids video storybooks.

 It's Always Storytime Here.℠
 Parents, Read With Your Kids! © MMXIII - MMXX StoryCub, Inc. All Rights Reserved. StoryCub, Video Picture Books, It’s Storytime, Anytime, and the StoryCub logo are trademarks of StoryCub, Inc. FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to, public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved.

To obtain a Public Performance License, please contact: StoryCub, Inc. StoryCub.com/contact StoryCub is an Early Childhood Education project.

Amy has bedtime prayers. You too create your own, personal, and intimate relationship that can last a lifetime. The story"Amy's Best Friend, Prayers Of A Child" models this relationship, combined with a few surprises. Amy’s Best Friend is both fun and inspiring. It allows parents to play in their child's relationships. Author: Ernie Rosenberg. Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational,
 your child will enjoy and learn from our online 
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Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ 

StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


 Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! Watch the best-recommended kids video storybooks.

 It's Always Storytime Here.℠
 Parents, Read With Your Kids! © MMXIII - MMXX StoryCub, Inc. All Rights Reserved. StoryCub, Video Picture Books, It’s Storytime, Anytime, and the StoryCub logo are trademarks of StoryCub, Inc. FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to, public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved.

To obtain a Public Performance License, please contact: StoryCub, Inc. StoryCub.com/contact StoryCub is an Early Childhood Education project.

Sadie, the family's black Labrador retriever, spends most of the day in the kitchen and soon becomes extremely overweight. The family steps in to change Sadie's bad behaviors and help her return to an active, healthy lifestyle. Author: Chuck Engel.  Illustrator: Murray Robertson.  Visit Us at https://www.storycub.com/ Storytime that is both fun and educational,
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It’s Storytime, Anytime℠ - 
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Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. 

StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. 

Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ 

StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. 

A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


 Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs and more. 

Watch the best-recommended kids video storybooks.

 It's Always Storytime Here.
 Parents, Read With Your Kids! 
FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to, public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved. 

To obtain a Public Performance License, please contact:
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Waffles and Pancakes are two hamsters, but their owners, Danny and Griffin, don't treat them the same way. Pancakes has a lovely new home to play around in with wheels and tunnels. Waffles only has a small box. When Waffles and Pancakes meet up again, they realize that there are more important things than material possessions. Author: Cindy Springsteen. Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational,
Your child will enjoy and learn from our online
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Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ 

StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


 Free online children books read aloud, perfect for children in kindergarten, preschool, as well as toddlers, early-learners, special needs...KIDS OF ALL AGES! Watch the best-recommended kids video storybooks.

 It's Always Storytime Here.℠
 Parents, Read With Your Kids! © MMXIII - MMXX StoryCub, Inc. All Rights Reserved. StoryCub, Video Picture Books, It’s Storytime, Anytime, and the StoryCub logo are trademarks of StoryCub, Inc. FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. A public performance license must be obtained before viewing this and any content from StoryCub, Inc. in venues including, but not limited to, public libraries, private clubs, and religious and/or educational institutions. This legal requirement applies regardless of whether an admission fee is charged, whether the institution or organization is commercial or non-profit, or whether a federal or state agency is involved.

To obtain a Public Performance License, please contact: StoryCub, Inc. StoryCub.com/contact StoryCub is an Early Childhood Education project.

Finding a buddy to play with can sometimes be an adventure in itself. Discover who Sniffles meets along the way.   Author: Dr. Debi Toporoff.   STORYCUB - VIDEO PICTURE BOOKS™ Story + Cub = Learning and Fun - Bedtime or Anytime™ - Children’s Video Stories. Visit Us at: StoryCub.com Storytime that is both fun and educational,
 your child will enjoy and learn from our online
 Video Picture Books™ It’s Storytime, Anytime℠ - 
Viewed in more than 200 countries! 

Our early childhood mission is to promote reading while enhancing skills needed to be successful in life. StoryCub™ - Video Picture Books™ take on issues such as problem-solving, decision-making, responsibility, and getting along with others. Storytime that is both fun and educational, your child will enjoy and learn from our online Video Picture Books.™ 

StoryCub™ is bridging the gap between the traditional and digital storytime experience. Recognized by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for the way it connects parents and educators with authors and publishers of children's picture books in today’s digital world. A bedtime favorite, parent reviews include viewing StoryCub™ at restaurants, before naptime, at breakfast, in the car, cruising through the mall, and of course at bedtime. Our video bedtime stories have become a nightly ritual for families around the world.


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The Frankfurt Book Fair was a completely virtual event this year. Licensing and permissions expert MaryJo ("MJ") Courchesne of Gryphon Publishing Consulting reports on her experience, and also discusses the CASE Act, fair use, and piracy.Topics CoveredFrankfurt Book Fair roundup, physical vs. virtualWhen to start prepping for next year's FrankfurtDo you need a rights and permissions manager?How is the rights business these days?Update on the CASE Act, a small-claims court for settle rights-infringement disputesThe scourge of book piracyThe IBPA Advocacy CommitteeSome thoughts on fair use and permissions, and why you need to make informed decisionsLinksCASE Act (summary with IBPA links)https://www.ibpa-online.org/news/518209/A-CASE-Act-Call-to-Action-for-IBPA-Members.htmFair Usehttps://www.copyright.gov/fair-use/more-info.htmlDMCA notice and takedownhttps://www.uspto.gov/sites/default/files/documents/DMCA_Good_Bad_and_Situational_Practices_Document-FINAL.pdfFree 30 min consultation for IBPA members: https://calendly.com/gryphonpubcons/ibpa-30-minute-consultParticipantsMary Jo (“MJ”) Courchesne is the owner and principal rights consultant of Gryphon Publishing Consulting, LLC (www.gryphonpublishingconsulting.net). A publishing veteran with experience in trade, academic and direct-response publishing, she has spent nearly 2 decades specializing in licensing, subsidiary rights, and permissions.She is a frequent and polished presenter on licensing and copyright. She firmly believes that everyone from authors to publishers to corporations should “know their rights” when it comes to intellectual property. To that end, she instructed in The George Washington University’s Masters in Publishing program for 13 years, first for 11 years as Adjunct Professor for a course entitled Editorial Content, Rights and Permissions, and subsequently as Lecturer in a course on copyright.She is a member of the Copyright Alliance, the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA), and the Society of Children’s Books Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). She has also held memberships with other organizations such as the American Society of Picture Professionals and Washington Publishers.She currently serves on the Advocacy Committee for IBPA, as the copyright expert within the board of experts of the National Association of Independent Writers and Editors (NAIWE), and is Secretary and board member for The Big Easy in Buffalo.Twitter: @GryphPubFacebook: www.facebook.com/gryphonpublishingconsultingPeter Goodman (host) is publisher of Stone Bridge Press (www.stonebridge.com) in Berkeley, California. He began his publishing career in Tokyo, Japan, in 1976. A longtime member of IBPA, he has served on the IBPA board and as IBPA board chair.For more information, go to IBPA at https://www.ibpa-online.org/.

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Susan is a versatile writer, creating both fiction and non-fiction for adults and children. Her debut novel, The Fabric of Hope: An Irish Family Legacy, released on March 17th, St. Patrick's Day! Before Susan jumped into the fiction world, her first two books were nonfiction, co-authored with her husband, Dale. Countdown for Couples: Preparing for the Adventure of Marriage made the Tyndale best-seller list for several weeks, went international with an Indonesian version and a Spanish version, and has helped thousands of couples. Their second book, The ReMarriage Adventure: Preparing for a Life of Love and Happiness, has helped thousands of couples getting ready to blend their families. Susan is the Founding Editor of Thriving Family magazine and the former Editor/Editorial Director of 12 Focus on the Family publications including the Focus on the Family magazine and the Focus on Your Child newsletters. Susan is also the author of her first two indie-published picture books, Lexie's Adventure in Kenya: Love is Patient and Princess Madison's Rainbow Adventure. After many years writing non-fiction, Susan's writing has taken a fresh new turn, impassioned by extensive research into her own family's history. She is thoroughly enjoying her second life as a novelist. She loves the world of fiction and letting her imagination run wild to create inspiring stories. Susan is vice president of Christian Authors Network (CAN) and a member of American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW), the Association of Women Speakers & Authors (AWSA), the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), and Evangelical Press Association (EPA). Discover more about Susan and her books at www.susangmathis.com.

How can children grow to realize their inherent rights and respect the rights of others? In Human Rights in Children's Literature: Imagination and the Narrative of Law (Oxford University Press, 2016), authors Jonathan Todres and Sarah Higinbotham explore this question through both human rights law and children's literature. Both international and domestic law affirm that children have rights, but how are these norms disseminated so that they make a difference in children's lives? Human rights education research demonstrates that when children learn about human rights, they exhibit greater self-esteem and respect the rights of others. The Convention on the Rights of the Child — the most widely-ratified human rights treaty — not only ensures that children have rights, it also requires that states make those rights “widely known, by appropriate and active means, to adults and children alike.” This first-of-its-kind requirement for a human rights treaty indicates that if rights are to be meaningful to the lives of children, then government and civil society must engage with those rights in ways that are relevant to children. Human Rights in Children's Literature investigates children's rights under international law — identity and family rights, the right to be heard, the right to be free from discrimination, and other civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights — and considers the way in which those rights are embedded in children's literature from Peter Rabbit to Horton Hears a Who! to Harry Potter. This book traverses children's rights law, literary theory, and human rights education to argue that in order for children to fully realize their human rights, they first have to imagine and understand them. Learn more at: www.jonathantodres.com Susan Raab is president of Raab Associates, an internationally recognized agency that specializes in marketing literature, products and initiatives that help improve the lives of young people. Clients have included National Geographic, Scholastic, the International Board on Books for Young People, and bestselling authors and illustrators. Susan is marketing advisor for the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). She's also a journalist reporting on publishing, education and human rights. Her work as a broadcast correspondent has been hosted by the University of Connecticut, and by the University of Florida's Recess Radio, a program syndicated to 500 public radio stations. Her many interviews, including with Art Spiegelman, Jon Scieszka, Norton Juster, Laurie Halse Anderson and many others talking about art and literature can be heard here. Follow Susan at: https://twitter.com/sraab18 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Anyone can make a difference. Find a problem, get some friends together, and go fix it. Remember you don't have to change the world, just change your world.” –Joan Trumpauer Mulholland In the early 1960s, in the segregated South, a white teenager, Joan Trumpauer Mulholland, made a conscientious decision to join the Civil Rights struggle. In doing so she put her life at risk, but given her family history (the first relative to come to America did so as an indentured servant in the 1600s; her grandmother was a suffragette) she could not sit idly by as blacks were treated like second-class citizens. She organized non-violent sit-ins, attended a predominately black college, and participated in protests including the March on Washington and the Selma to Montgomery March. She was arrested and held on death row; she was spit on, dragged off her stool and threatened with violence at a Woolworths lunch counter sit-in, yet she never relented. Now readers of all ages can learn more about this extraordinary woman in She Stood for Freedom: The Untold Story of a Civil Rights Hero, Joan Trumpauer Mulholland (Shadow Mountain, 2016). The picture book is for ages 4 to 8; the illustrated biography is for ages 8 and older and includes primary source photographs and documents from the period. She Stood for Freedom has been nominated for the 2017 Amelia Bloomer Award, part of the American Library Association's Task Force on Social Responsibility recognizing the best feminist books for young readers that “affirm positive roles for girls and women.” Susan Raab is president of Raab Associates, an internationally recognized agency that specializes in marketing literature, products and initiatives that help improve the lives of young people. Clients have included National Geographic, Scholastic, the International Board on Books for Young People, and bestselling authors and illustrators. Susan is marketing advisor for the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). She's also a journalist reporting on publishing, education and human rights. Her work as a broadcast correspondent has been hosted by the University of Connecticut, and by the University of Florida's Recess Radio, a program syndicated to 500 public radio stations. Her many interviews, including with Art Spiegelman, Jon Scieszka, Norton Juster, Laurie Halse Anderson and many others talking about art and literature can be heard here. Follow Susan at: https://twitter.com/sraab18 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices