Resources
Welcome to my learning resource page. I am a certified teacher, licensed to teach in both elementary and high school, and I have taught every grade from kindergarten through 12th. I write with the hope that readers will find my books interesting and entertaining. A secondary goal is that my books will educate children about the world in which they live. To that end, I have created learning resource materials for each of my books. These materials are free for your use. Parents, classroom teachers, and librarians can all find helpful ideas for extending the learning. Happy reading!
Classroom Visits
As a classroom teacher for over 30 years, my favorite place to be is with a group of kids where I can share my enthusiasm for literature and writing. I would be happy to schedule a visit to your school for an “Author Talk.” Several presentation options are listed below, but I am also flexible enough to welcome your suggestions. If this interests you, please reach out to me via email with a phone contact number and preferred call times. I will get back to you as soon as possible.
“Are You a Poet and You Don’t Even Know It?”
K-2nd Rhyming words and descriptive words
“Tell Your Story”
2nd-8th Writing a memoir or vignette of your life
“Where Does an Author Get Ideas?”
2nd-8th Gathering ideas from your own experience to make a good story
“The Writing Process - How to Approach a Writing Project”
1st-8th Covers the major elements of writing: brainstorm, outline, draft, revise, edit
In conjunction with my illustrator, Kelsy Decker:
“How Does a Book Get Born?”
K-8th Tells how the writing process and the art process link together to create a book
30-40 minute presentations. Active student participation.
“No App Can Replace Your Lap”
For parents with children ages birth-10; explains the social, emotional, physical, and educational benefits of reading with your child based on current research in the field of education.