Carmela Dutra's Blog, page 17
May 11, 2014
Children's Book Givewaway Hop 2014
I’m proud to be participating in the Kidlit Giveaway Hop hosted by Mother Daughter Books and Youth Literature Reviews. I will be giving away two signed copies of my children's book The Adventures of Lorenzo the Bear Encounter at Jellyfish Cove.
Other participants will be giving away books for children and teens, gift cards, cash and more, so hop on over and you’re sure to find something interesting. Don't miss out on this special week of reading and giveaways, so hop on over and enter to win!
Have an Adventurous day
Carmela Dutra Author of The Adventures of Lorenzo the Bear.
www.lorenzothebear.com
facebook.com/lorenzothebear (Like me!)
https://twitter.com/LorenzotheBear @lorenzothebear
Other participants will be giving away books for children and teens, gift cards, cash and more, so hop on over and you’re sure to find something interesting. Don't miss out on this special week of reading and giveaways, so hop on over and enter to win!
Have an Adventurous day
Carmela Dutra Author of The Adventures of Lorenzo the Bear.
www.lorenzothebear.com
facebook.com/lorenzothebear (Like me!)
https://twitter.com/LorenzotheBear @lorenzothebear
May 7, 2014
Amazon Countdown
Good Morning everyone!
I wanted to let everyone know the exciting news, The Amazon Countdown begins now! May 16th-22nd you can down load The Adventures of Lorenzo the Bear Encounter at Jellyfish Cove starting at just $0.99! Check out the short trailer that was made.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5jpA...
Have an Adventurous day!
www.lorenzothebear.com
facebook.com/lorenzothebear (Like Me!)
https://twitter.com/lorenzothebear @lorenzothebear
http://www.amazon.com/Carmela-Dutra/e...
I wanted to let everyone know the exciting news, The Amazon Countdown begins now! May 16th-22nd you can down load The Adventures of Lorenzo the Bear Encounter at Jellyfish Cove starting at just $0.99! Check out the short trailer that was made.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5jpA...
Have an Adventurous day!
www.lorenzothebear.com
facebook.com/lorenzothebear (Like Me!)
https://twitter.com/lorenzothebear @lorenzothebear
http://www.amazon.com/Carmela-Dutra/e...
Bedtime Story
Did you have a favourite bedtime book or series that you loved when you were little?
When I was little my mother bought me the entire Looney Tunes series. Every night I would make her read me at least 2-4 books, and when the series was complete; again she would start. Those nights are some of my fondest memories growing up laying in bed as my mother read to me. When my father read to me he would do the voices for each character, and that really made bedtime stories come alive for me.
Many of us have fond memories of our parents telling bedtime stories. Children love stories and they usually look forward to bedtime stories every day. You can share quality time with your child if you make bedtime stories a part of your daily life.
Have an Adventurous day!
www.lorenzothebear.com
facebook.com/lorenzothebear (Like Me!)
https://twitter.com/lorenzothebear @lorenzothebear
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When I was little my mother bought me the entire Looney Tunes series. Every night I would make her read me at least 2-4 books, and when the series was complete; again she would start. Those nights are some of my fondest memories growing up laying in bed as my mother read to me. When my father read to me he would do the voices for each character, and that really made bedtime stories come alive for me.
Many of us have fond memories of our parents telling bedtime stories. Children love stories and they usually look forward to bedtime stories every day. You can share quality time with your child if you make bedtime stories a part of your daily life.
Have an Adventurous day!
www.lorenzothebear.com
facebook.com/lorenzothebear (Like Me!)
https://twitter.com/lorenzothebear @lorenzothebear
http://www.amazon.com/Carmela-Dutra/e...
May 6, 2014
Can you encourage reading?
Encouraging children to read for pleasure is something that is easier said than done. Living in a world where there is a plethora of other leisure activities for one to chose from, you might ask: ‘How can I really accomplish what seems to be a mammoth task?’
Don’t limit how, what (within reason of course, as a parent you have to use discernment) or where they read; all kinds of reading count! Graphic novels, magazine articles, websites, and eBooks on mobile devices, they should read what they enjoy. Explore ways to have fun with reading. For example: creating books, poems, songs, puppet shows, and computer art and stories, even acting out their favourite stories. Let your child’s interests and enthusiasm inspire and guide new activities!
Set aside a time for Family Reading. Turn off the TV. Have everyone in the family choose something to read (newspaper, book, magazine etc). Showing your kids that everyone reads for enjoyment is important to helping them build a love for reading.
Have an Adventurous day!
Carmela Dutra ~ Author of the Lorenzo the Bear series.
www.LorenzotheBear.com
Facebook.com/LorenzotheBear (Like us!)
https://twitter.com/LorenzotheBear @LorenzotheBear
Don’t limit how, what (within reason of course, as a parent you have to use discernment) or where they read; all kinds of reading count! Graphic novels, magazine articles, websites, and eBooks on mobile devices, they should read what they enjoy. Explore ways to have fun with reading. For example: creating books, poems, songs, puppet shows, and computer art and stories, even acting out their favourite stories. Let your child’s interests and enthusiasm inspire and guide new activities!
Set aside a time for Family Reading. Turn off the TV. Have everyone in the family choose something to read (newspaper, book, magazine etc). Showing your kids that everyone reads for enjoyment is important to helping them build a love for reading.
Have an Adventurous day!
Carmela Dutra ~ Author of the Lorenzo the Bear series.
www.LorenzotheBear.com
Facebook.com/LorenzotheBear (Like us!)
https://twitter.com/LorenzotheBear @LorenzotheBear
April 28, 2014
Great Poetry Reading Day
April 28th is Great Poetry Reading Day! There's lots of poetry out there. Today is intended to read the world's greatest poetry. Only you can decided for yourself what you consider to be great poetry or not. What if you have never read poetry? Why not give it a try today, who knows you may find a new love in reading!
Celebrate today in any or all of the following ways:
• Read poetry
• Hold a poetry reading hour or party
• Listen to poetry
• Write your own poetry....someday it may be looked upon as great!
Some of my favorite poets are:
Dr. Seuss, Jane Baskwill and of course Edgar Allan Poe
Have an adventurous day!
Carmela Dutra
http://www.lorenzothebear.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lorenz...
https://twitter.com/LorenzotheBear
Celebrate today in any or all of the following ways:
• Read poetry
• Hold a poetry reading hour or party
• Listen to poetry
• Write your own poetry....someday it may be looked upon as great!
Some of my favorite poets are:
Dr. Seuss, Jane Baskwill and of course Edgar Allan Poe
Have an adventurous day!
Carmela Dutra
http://www.lorenzothebear.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lorenz...
https://twitter.com/LorenzotheBear
April 20, 2014
Importance of Reading
It may seem surprising but true; in today's technology-dependent world, little focus is being placed on the importance of reading to kids. When in reality it should be the exact opposite! Getting children book selections and reading to kids is important now if the children are to develop a desire for reading in the future or for the long term. Reading teaches children how to do new things, how to handle life situations, keeps their curiosity alive, the list can go on forever.
While it is true that the Internet is becoming a learning resource for children, it is equally true that a good reading ability is needed to actually harness the educational offerings on the Internet. Thus, book reading should come first, and an appreciation of the Internet and technology should come second.
If we want our little ones to have this love of reading, and a desire to read then we need to take that first step by showing them how to do so. Unplug from the world and curl up with a good book, cup of cocoa (or favorite beverage) and your little one to not develop a love of reading, but to make lasting memories.
I know for myself those are some of the fondest memories I have is when my father would read to me my Looney Tunes books before bed. Something that was so simple and easy to do really made a lasting impression on me. An impression that I know will also make a long lasting one on your children too.
Have an adventurous day!
Carmela Dutra author of
The Adventures of Lorenzo the Bear
http://www.lorenzothebear.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lorenz...
https://twitter.com/LorenzotheBear
While it is true that the Internet is becoming a learning resource for children, it is equally true that a good reading ability is needed to actually harness the educational offerings on the Internet. Thus, book reading should come first, and an appreciation of the Internet and technology should come second.
If we want our little ones to have this love of reading, and a desire to read then we need to take that first step by showing them how to do so. Unplug from the world and curl up with a good book, cup of cocoa (or favorite beverage) and your little one to not develop a love of reading, but to make lasting memories.
I know for myself those are some of the fondest memories I have is when my father would read to me my Looney Tunes books before bed. Something that was so simple and easy to do really made a lasting impression on me. An impression that I know will also make a long lasting one on your children too.
Have an adventurous day!
Carmela Dutra author of
The Adventures of Lorenzo the Bear
http://www.lorenzothebear.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lorenz...
https://twitter.com/LorenzotheBear
April 16, 2014
What makes a good book?
What is a good book? A book doesn’t have to win an award to be considered “good.” It doesn’t have to be a best seller or on a recommended booklist, either.
A good book is simply one a child enjoys reading. Sometimes the best books are hidden gems that you didn't even know were out there. Take a look and pick up a book, you never know what you might just find.
Sail away in an adventure today
Carmela Dutra author of
The Adventures of Lorenzo the Bear
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lorenz...
https://twitter.com/lorenzothebear
https://twitter.com/carmy4077
A good book is simply one a child enjoys reading. Sometimes the best books are hidden gems that you didn't even know were out there. Take a look and pick up a book, you never know what you might just find.
Sail away in an adventure today
Carmela Dutra author of
The Adventures of Lorenzo the Bear
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lorenz...
https://twitter.com/lorenzothebear
https://twitter.com/carmy4077
April 14, 2014
Kid Lit.
Today I was invited to become an Admin for a new up and coming Facebook Page called, Kid Literature Authors. This Admin group is comprised of fellow children's authors who will be posting their bios so you this way everyone will have the opportunity to become acquainted with us. I want to personally invite everyone to go and check out the newest community to Facebook; if you "like" it that would be very much appreciated!
This new community is an amazing way to learn about newly available children's books. There will be topics of discussion, where you can find upcoming events but the most important thing that will be promoted on this page is that of Children's Literacy.
Check it out you just might find something new and exciting that you can share with your little ones. Instilling the love of reading in children is a team effort, let us all work together to foster this love in our little ones.
This new community is an amazing way to learn about newly available children's books. There will be topics of discussion, where you can find upcoming events but the most important thing that will be promoted on this page is that of Children's Literacy.
Check it out you just might find something new and exciting that you can share with your little ones. Instilling the love of reading in children is a team effort, let us all work together to foster this love in our little ones.
April 13, 2014
Creative Process
I was recently asked what my creative process is when it comes to writing. I laughed at first because when I thought about the answer it seemed a little silly to me, the answer is I watch the episode of Everybody Loves Raymond where Deborah writes a children's book. I don't know what it is about that episode but when I watch it even if I'm not in the mood to write; it triggers something and I just have to write.
Watching that episode definitely inspires me I can't explain why, but I cannot credit everything to that episode. I remember reading a number of children's books, especially ones that were my favorite growing up. In the end I couldn't force it. If it wasn't there, it wasn't there. I'm ok with that I would rather wait until I am content and happy with my work then to rush or force something that I feel I'm settling for.
Once getting into that moment where everything is flowing I can't stop until I hit a block or I finish. Then let it sit, come back to it in a few days with fresh eyes and see how I feel about everything. This is something that I appreciate now more than I did before, something I wish I could go back and do over on some stuff but it's like they say sometimes "That's the way the cookie crumbles."
Sail away in an adventure today!
Carmela Dutra author of
The Adventures of Lorenzo the Bear
facebook.com/lorenzothebear (like me!)
twitter.com/lorenzothebear @lorenzothebear
www.lorenzothebear.com
Watching that episode definitely inspires me I can't explain why, but I cannot credit everything to that episode. I remember reading a number of children's books, especially ones that were my favorite growing up. In the end I couldn't force it. If it wasn't there, it wasn't there. I'm ok with that I would rather wait until I am content and happy with my work then to rush or force something that I feel I'm settling for.
Once getting into that moment where everything is flowing I can't stop until I hit a block or I finish. Then let it sit, come back to it in a few days with fresh eyes and see how I feel about everything. This is something that I appreciate now more than I did before, something I wish I could go back and do over on some stuff but it's like they say sometimes "That's the way the cookie crumbles."
Sail away in an adventure today!
Carmela Dutra author of
The Adventures of Lorenzo the Bear
facebook.com/lorenzothebear (like me!)
twitter.com/lorenzothebear @lorenzothebear
www.lorenzothebear.com
