Laura Sassi's Blog, page 57
September 8, 2019
LOVE IS KIND: Book Review & Baking Activity
Did you know that LOVE IS KIND celebrates the precious the bond between little ones and their grandparents? Indeed, it’s Little Owl’s love for his grammy that sets the story in motion… and it’s Grammy’s love for him that brings … Continue reading →
September 2, 2019
THE WONDER THAT IS YOU: An Interview with Best-Selling Author Glenys Nellist PLUS a GIVEAWAY!
Today I’m delighted to have best-selling picture book author Glenys Nellist as my guest to chat about her new release THE WONDER THAT IS YOU, illustrated by Aurelie Blanz and published by Zonderkidz. Here’s the captivating flap copy: “Every parent dreams … Continue reading →
August 28, 2019
Back to Bedtime Routine… with GOODNIGHT, ARK and others!
Summer is a magical time. The days are long and filled with adventure. Everything is less structured. Even bedtime routines become more relaxed. For our family that means lots of after dinner swims and strolls downtown for ice cream. And … Continue reading →
August 26, 2019
WEEDING BAREHANDED: Thoughts on Tending our Stories
My husband likes weeding with gloves on which definitely has its advantages. It keeps dirt from getting stuck under his fingernails and protects his skin against nettles, thorns, and other prickly bits of nature. It’s also an effective safeguard against the wayward … Continue reading →
August 19, 2019
BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL: Free Virtual Author Visit with Laura Sassi!
Back-to-School Time! In celebration of reading and writing and BOOKS, I’m offering TEN free 20-minute Skype visits to classrooms, libraries, or homeschool co-ops! For each 20 minute FREE Skype visit I will: Briefly introduce myself and describe what it means to … Continue reading →
August 12, 2019
PORCH WRITING: My Little Antique Iron
Are you ready to IRON your story? Join me on the porch today as I share some writerly thoughts inspired by the little antique iron that was handed down to me by my grandmother. Check out the original post that … Continue reading →
August 6, 2019
Happy Book Birthday! LOVE IS KIND (board book edition)
Hoot, Hoot, hooray! It’s on its way! LOVE IS KIND, the board book, releases today! With sturdy pages and a padded cover, the board book version of LOVE IS KIND is terrific for littlest readers who want to turn the pages themselves. … Continue reading →
August 5, 2019
VACUUM BAGS: Thoughts on Beating the Inner Editor
Vroom! Pt! Ptta! Clack! No, my vacuum cleaner’s not broken. It’s just that when my kids clean up their toys, they inevitably miss a few little pieces, camouflaged in the dense pattern of the oriental carpet. They hate losing pieces, so … Continue reading →
August 3, 2019
SPECIAL VISIT: Little Owl Travels to Lakeside, Ohio!
This week Miss A and I (and Little Owl) made a special trip to Lakeside Chautauqua, an historic Ohio community nestled along scenic Lake Erie which is dedicated to nurturing the mind, body, and spirit. The week was refreshing and … Continue reading →
July 25, 2019
PORCH PONDERINGS: What’s YOUR Beeswax?
I’m trying something new on Facebook today. What do you think? (And what’s YOUR beeswax?) Check out the original post that inspired the video here. Happy Writing!
