Ralph Fletcher, who is a beloved trade and professional book author, steps into our Author Spotlight.
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Being an Illustrator on Both Sides of the Fence
Mike Curato, author and illustrator of the Little Elliot books, steps into TWT's Author Spotlight today.
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Crafting Nonfiction: Conducting Research and Organizing Information
Melissa Stewart, award-winning author of more than 150 nonfiction books for children, steps into our Author's Spotlight today. In her post, she shares about the chunk and check process, which will help your students conduct research.
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From Library Desk to Library Shelf: My 10-Year Path to Publication
We're delighted to have Augusta Scattergood kicking-off our new Author Spotlight Blog Series.
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Writing Day and Night!
Check out Michigan author, Ruth McNally Barshaw and a peek at our family literacy night!
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Wild Things! Review and a Giveaway
I enjoyed this book as a fan of children's literature, but it is also a valuable resource to teachers of literacy.
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Five on Friday + Book Giveaways
Want to obtain some high quality professional development at no cost to you? Need some books to sink your teeth into this summer? Feel like kicking back and just enjoying some time off? If you answered "yes," to one of these questions, then read on!
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Writing Fiction? Author Megan Jean Sovern Provides a Host of Inspiration
Today's interview holds a host of insights into the way in which Megan Jean Sovern, author of The Meaning of Maggie, develops characters, brings themes to the fore, and plans plot trajectory. Suffice it to say, I came away more than a little inspired.
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Happy Charting: ‘Smarter Charts’ Authors Marjorie Martinelli and Kristi Mraz Share Some Tips for Your Classroom
It's always a joy to learn with Majorie Martinelli and Kristi Mraz. In this interview, they share some excellent advice on using charts to support independence in the classroom.
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Kate Messner’s Latest Picture Book
I love this new title from Kate Messner and Andy Rash. As I read it, I was intrigued by the speech bubbles, and I wondered how they influenced Kate's writing process. Lucky for me, she was willing to write a few thoughts about Dialogue, Speech Bubbles and Picture Book Revision as part of the MAKING… Continue reading Kate Messner’s Latest Picture Book
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Author & Illustrators as Mentors
It is important to say the name of the author and the illustrator when you read a picture book.
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Thoughts on Writing from the Author of The Mighty Lalouche
NOTE FROM STACEY: Matthew Olshan wrote The Mighty Lalouche specifically for illustrator Sophie Blackall to illustrate since he was familiar with her fascination of turn-of-the-century boxers. My interest was piqued by this author-illustrator collaborations, so I eagerly anticipated the review copy. Once I received the The Mighty Lalouche I was captivated by Olshan's impeccable word… Continue reading Thoughts on Writing from the Author of The Mighty Lalouche
