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MIDDLE GRADE AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Reflections on Doodling in the Margins with Author Rebecca J. Gomez

Today it is my absolute pleasure to have children’s author Rebecca Gomez as my guest. Previously I have featured her work as a picture book author, but today she’s here in her debut role as middle grade author with her new release MARI IN THE MARGINS, a middle grade novel-in-verse, published by Bandersnatch Books with… Continue reading MIDDLE GRADE AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Reflections on Doodling in the Margins with Author Rebecca J. Gomez

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY (Grandmother Edition): A Tale of Two Girlies

Yesterday morning, I was filled with nostalgia as I sat in my living room sipping coffee in the teal leather chair that once belonged to my grandmother.  Maybe it’s because Saturday would have been my grandmother’s 114th birthday and today is Mother’s Day. Maybe it’s because, even after all these years I still miss her,… Continue reading HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY (Grandmother Edition):  A Tale of Two Girlies

AVAILABLE NOW! Watch LET’S PRAY TOGETHER (National Day of Prayer Event) with Laura Sassi

Yesterday morning, it was my pleasure to be part of a LIVE VIRTUAL AUTHOR EVENT hosted by Paraclete Press as we celebrated the National Day of Prayer and learned all about what prayer is. The event, geared to preschoolers through 2nd graders and their caregivers, included an introduction to National Day of Prayer, author readings… Continue reading AVAILABLE NOW! Watch LET’S PRAY TOGETHER (National Day of Prayer Event) with Laura Sassi

Let’s Pray Together! Thursday May 2nd at 10 AM ET

Passing along this lovely invitation from Paraclete Press! I hope you will join us. Laura Sassi, author of My Tender Heart Prayer Book is launching the Thirty Day Prayer Challenge with the kickoff event on the National Day of Prayer. Preschoolers through 2nd graders will get an introduction to what the National Day of Prayer is, a time… Continue reading Let’s Pray Together! Thursday May 2nd at 10 AM ET

Ten Ideas to Get the Most out of the National Day of Prayer with your Child

Did you know that the first Thursday in May is designated as the National Prayer Day? You can learn all about it here: https://www.nationaldayofprayer.org/a.... On that day, Americans from all walks of life and backgrounds will gather for observances to mark the day and pray for God’s blessing and wisdom for our nation. I know… Continue reading Ten Ideas to Get the Most out of the National Day of Prayer with your Child

TEACHERS, PARENTS, KIDMIN: Join Children’s Author Laura Sassi for a LIVE ZOOM on the 2024 National Day of Prayer

YOU’RE INVITED!  On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 10 am Eastern, join me for a LIVE VIRTUAL AUTHOR EVENT via Zoom as we celebrate the National Day of Prayer and learn all about what prayer is. Ideal for Christian schools, Catholic schools, homeschools, families, church groups and more. Hosted by Paraclete Press, this LIVE ZOOM… Continue reading TEACHERS, PARENTS, KIDMIN: Join Children’s Author Laura Sassi for a LIVE ZOOM on the 2024 National Day of Prayer

New Interview: FOUR TIPS TO TEACH BIBLICAL CONCEPTS TO YOUNG CHILDREN on the Raising Christian Kids Podcast

This week it was my pleasure to be interviewed by podcast host and Christian author Lee Ann Mancini on the Raising Christian Kids Podcast. With a new episode airing each Tuesday, the Raising Christian Kids Podcast is geared to parents, grandparents, teachers, ministry leaders, and all who are raising the next generation to have a… Continue reading New Interview: FOUR TIPS TO TEACH BIBLICAL CONCEPTS TO YOUNG CHILDREN on the Raising Christian Kids Podcast

MY TENDER HEART 30 Day PRAYER CHALLENGE: May 2024

Prayer isn’t just for grownups. And it’s never too early to plant seeds of prayer and faith in even the tiniest hearts! That’s why during the month of May I’m inviting you to join me for the My Tender Heart Prayer Challenge, a fun 30 day experience for ages 2-7 designed to make prayer a… Continue reading MY TENDER HEART 30 Day PRAYER CHALLENGE: May 2024

Five FUN Facts about SONG OF THE SEASONS with Picture Book Author Glenys Nellist

Today, I’m thrilled to be a part of the SONG OF THE SEASONS Insta Hop and Blog Tour. At this stop,  author Glenys Nellist shares five fun facts about her new book from Paraclete Press. Presented in sturdy hardcover with joyful text and colorful illustrations that capture the essence of each season, SONG OF THE SEASONS… Continue reading Five FUN Facts about SONG OF THE SEASONS with Picture Book Author Glenys Nellist

FROM MY HEART TO YOURS: NEW JERSEY EARTHQUAKE EDITION

On Friday morning in New Jersey, we had an earthquake that registered 4.8 on the Richter scale.  And Friday evening, after feeling one of several aftershocks we’d had that day, I felt prompted to write a post for my Facebook author page about all the shaking and a special memory it stirred. The words came… Continue reading FROM MY HEART TO YOURS: NEW JERSEY EARTHQUAKE EDITION