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Perfectionism, Nature Journaling, and Aphantasia
The thing is, there's no "right" way to nature journal, but the wrong way is to not do it at all if it's something you enjoy.


Words + More Words = Stories and Books
In a recent newsletter post by Austin Kleon, he wrote about how it's hard to recommend just one book because a cluster of books come...


Winter Books Cure Winter Blues
It has been ages since I wrote a blog post. I love sharing information about books that I enjoy, but I don't love writing posts. But, I...


Beautiful Oops -- Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Beautiful Oops! (As I typed the book title I actually typed Opps.) Oops! Author/Illustrator: Barney Saltzberg Publisher: Workman...


Indigenous People's Day
When I was 7 years old, my family bought a summer home in Door County, Wisconsin. I spent my summers playing outside, swimming in the...


The Great Pet Escape -- A Graphic Novel and Spring Break Fun
Title: The Great Pet Escape Author: Victoria Jamison Publisher: Henry Holt and Company, 2016 Age Range: 5 - 9 Themes: School Pets,...


Squirrel Appreciation Day: A Comic, a Graphic Novel, and Some Fun
Happy Squirrel Appreciation Day! We have several feeders in our yard. They attract many squirrels. I often see at least eleven squirrels...


When I Draw a Panda -- Perfect Picture Book Friday
I love Amy's art. I have looked at the images so many times. Her ability to create simplicity, detail, and emotions is wonderful.


Just Like Me — Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Just Like Me Author/Illustrator: Vanessa Brantley-Newton Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf, 2020 Themes: Poetry, Girl-power Ages 4 and up...


Rot The Bravest in the World -- PPBF
Title: Rot The Bravest in the World! Author/Illustrator: Ben Clanton Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2020 Ages 4 - 8 Themes:...


Giving Thanks: Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Giving Thanks: A Native American Good Morning Message Author: Chief Jake Swamp Illustrator: Erwin Printup, Jr. Publisher: Lee and...


Indigenous People's Day -- Perfect Picture Book Friday
Monday is Indigenous People's Day. I wanted to re-share a couple posts as well a a new one. Something I have learned over the years is...
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