Posted on June 16, 2020 by Jean Matthew Hall
Children love both rhythm and rhyme. Toddlers and preschoolers can’t help but groove to music that has both elements. Even we adults find ourselves tapping our toes and bouncing to the beat of whatever is coming from our car radios. Rhythm is part of… Continue Reading “Writing in rhyme”
Posted on May 5, 2020 by Jean Matthew Hall
Where to Start? A month ago I was challenged to tackle writing a nonfiction picture book. A biography, specifically. My friend told me to brainstorm topics that interest me and start my research there. But I quickly became stuck! I am passionate about Christ,… Continue Reading “Tales of my NF PB Biography”
Posted on April 28, 2020 by Jean Matthew Hall
Online Educational Sites for Writers (as of April, 2020) Agent Query https://www.agentquery.com/default.aspx American Library Association http://www.ala.org/alsc/ Build Book Buzz-terms https://buildbookbuzz.com/book-publishing-terms/ Writer’s Digest University https://www.writersonlineworkshops.com/ Writer’s Digest https://www.writersdigest.com/ KidLit-voice Reading Your Way to Great Writing Voice S.T.E.M. https://whatis.techtarget.com/definition/STEM-science-technology-engineering-and-mathematics ThoughtCo. https://www.thoughtco.com/ Mentors for Rent … Continue Reading “online sites for writers”
Posted on April 14, 2020 by Jean Matthew Hall
Read, Dream, and Share With These New Coloring Pages from the Children’s Book Council and Every Child A Reader. Inspired by this year’s Children’s Book Week theme Read. Dream. Share., these coloring pages can be enjoyed by kids and adults of all ages. Feel… Continue Reading “Coloring Pages”
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Posted on March 24, 2020 by Jean Matthew Hall
The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators has created SCBWI CONNECTS for kids, parents, teachers, and caregivers. E-books, games, activities, coloring pages, puzzles, audiobooks, art lessons, and more. All FREE for you! Enjoy. Over 300 remote learning resources for students, parents and educatorsby… Continue Reading “Kid’s activities”
Category: Activities, Activities for kids, Books, chapter books, Children, children's authors, children's books, children's picture books, Fun, Fun Activities for Kids, ideas, Kids, Kindergarten, Middle Grade, Online Resources for Parents, Online Resources for readers, Parents of Young Children, Poetry, SCBWI, teachers, Uncategorized, Young Children
Posted on February 12, 2020 by Jean Matthew Hall
In 2020 I’ve read a few dozen “lists” of the best picture books of 2019. Instead of making my own list I decided to give you a peek into some of these 2019 picture books so you can decide for yourself. Whether you are… Continue Reading “NF 2019 Picture Books”
Posted on November 13, 2019 by Jean Matthew Hall
What a joy to spend time with old friends — especially old writing friends! And this year I had the fun of bringing my grandson, Mikey, along for the Teen Track. The Write2Ignite Conference for Christian Writers of Literature for Children and Young Adults… Continue Reading “Write2Ignite Conference Recap”
Posted on October 9, 2019 by Jean Matthew Hall
A week ago I attended the SCBWI-Carolinas Writers Conference in Charlotte, NC. I learned a few key things that I believe will improve my writing. That makes the conference a success for me–well worth the investment of time and money. My daughter lives nearby,… Continue Reading “SCBWI-Carolinas Conference Recap”