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A Family Favorite with Robert Wilder

| April 15, 2013 | 0 Comments
A Family Favorite with Robert Wilder

Robert Wilder has published essays in Newsweek, Details, Salon, Parenting, Creative Nonfiction, Working Mother and elsewhere. Rob has been a commentator for NPR’s Morning Edition, The Madeleine Brand show, and On Point. He lives in Santa Fe with his cool family. We’re very grateful to him for sharing his all-time favorite family pick with us.

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“Who Farted?” Actor Neil Crone Ventures into the World of Children’s Books

| March 17, 2013 | 0 Comments
“Who Farted?” Actor Neil Crone Ventures into the World of Children’s Books

Aimed at an audience of 6 – 12 year olds, Who Farted? Stories in verse for big & little kids is a great addition to any children’s book collection.

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Neil Crone on His New Book & … Farting

| March 17, 2013 | 0 Comments
Neil Crone on His New Book & … Farting

Actor Neil Crone, best known for his roles in Disney’s Really Me, the Goosebumps television series and the voice for Diesel 10, Splatter and Gordon the Big Blue Engine in Thomas and the Magic Railroad has ventured into the world of children’s books with Who Farted? Stories in verse for big & little kids, published by Wintertickle Press.

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The Chicken Problem by Jennifer Oxley – Book Trailer

| December 2, 2012 | 0 Comments
The Chicken Problem by Jennifer Oxley – Book Trailer

Full of humor, refreshingly original characters, and math problems that young readers will be clamoring to help solve, The Chicken Problem is an ideal addition to the home or classroom.

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Unusual Creatures by Michael Hearst — Book Trailer

| November 30, 2012 | 0 Comments
Unusual Creatures by Michael Hearst — Book Trailer

With humor and flair, Michael Hearst introduces the reader to a wealth of extraordinary life-forms.

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Creative Writing with Kids – Daisy and Ralph in “Ralph Tells A Story”

| October 10, 2012 | 2 Comments
Creative Writing with Kids – Daisy and Ralph in “Ralph Tells A Story”

Ralph Tells A Story is about a little boy who feels pressure in the classroom. Ralph notices that everyone around him is busy writing, and he feels incapable. But ultimately, his desire to communicate overpowers his fears. Learning to write is empowering.

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Blog Tour: The Templeton Twins Have an Idea

| September 11, 2012 | 0 Comments
Blog Tour: The Templeton Twins Have an Idea

Solving the problem of problem-solving with the narrator of “The Templeton Twins Have a Nice Day.”

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Books for Mikey: Go Ahead, Laugh!

| August 20, 2012 | 1 Comment
Books for Mikey:  Go Ahead, Laugh!

Of course, every boy isn’t a reluctant reader. A lot of boys love books. All we’re trying to do is get as many as possible to strike their pup-tents in camp #1 and pitch them in Camp #2.

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Reluctant Readers Road to Recovery Guide

| August 6, 2012 | 0 Comments
Reluctant Readers Road to Recovery Guide

Identified by their atypical behaviors, the Reluctant Readers Road to Recovery Guide is here to help you create successful encounters with hesitant young readers everywhere.

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Chloe and the Lion by Mac Barnett and Adam Rex

| June 10, 2012 | 0 Comments
Chloe and the Lion by Mac Barnett and Adam Rex

A hilarious and whip-smart take on fractured fairy tales, from rising stars Mac Barnett and Adam Rex.

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