This question is the inspiration for my latest story. However, I have put a little spin on it. There are many reasons why they cross the road. The real question is how! Check out my sample...
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Recently I have been checking out books that I enjoyed in my youth. I have a nine year old daughter that I have been sharing them with. The most recent is The Mouse and the Motorcycle, by Beverly Cleary. I remember reading this book when I was in second grade. I enjoyed it so much that I talked my parents into buying the series. So, our nightly routine consists of us reading it together. When it's time to go to bed she begs to keep reading! It brings great joy!
It's great to go back and enjoy stories that I grew up with. But we have also been checking out the more recent series. Junie B. Jones has been one that Rachel enjoys a lot. Another favorite is the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series!
Reading is very important to us! It's awesome to be able to spend that quality time together to end the day. So, I am including a short story that I have recently written. I am putting this up a little early, which means that there hasn't been much editing, but I'm doing it anyway. I hope you enjoy the silliness of it and maybe read it to a little one you know. Spend that quality time together! There's nothing better!
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Since I have "completed" my first two stories, I have been looking for inspiration for new stories. I recently read on a website about writing for magazines. So, I looked up several magazines. I came across Highlights, which we are a subscriber to. They discussed a need for several genres. One of them that I came across was animals and their habitats. Since I am a science teacher this immediately caught my attention. I thought about what I already knew and what would be a little out of the ordinary but interesting. Rotting logs! I love ecology and little "critters." I haven't researched what type of books/stories are out there at this moment on this topic. It can be a non-fiction sort of story or fiction with real and relevant information. I have some ideas but not sure yet. I think I may pursue this one. I also came across a blog "The Nature of Robertson" which shared some information about rotting logs and the creatures inhabiting it. Thanks!
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I've been trying to connect and network with other authors, aspiring authors, publishers, etc. and came across Jacketflap a couple of years ago. I haven't really taken the time to do so but I'm slowly getting back into it. Know of any good sites for children's writing? Let me know!
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Sid noticed the mailman when he gotoff the bus. “Pleasetell me you have something for me, Mr. Stanley?”
“What?” Mr.Stanley asked, confused.
“Ms.Feathers wants us to use our imaginations to describe ourselves, but I can’tfind mine. Did she mail it?”
Mr.Stanley smiled. “I don’t think so. We’ll check tomorrow, Sid.” Sid took the mail.
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I just finished up my second story. I previously showed a sample of it. Several things have been changed and I feel that I have added more feeling and excitement to it. Now I have some free time on my hands, several story ideas, but don't seem to be moving forward. I have a lot of ideas that seemed to have potential but I am struggling. Suggestions on the Internet are that I observe children in their natural settings, read lots of picture books, and use experiences. Yeah...not helping at this moment. Any ideas, feel free to give me a shout!
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We have finally made it! Christmas break! No more school, no more lesson plans, no more d-hall's! Now it's time to enjoy family and friends and enjoy the holidays! This is our first Christmas at home together. We usually are traveling around visiting family and friends! This year we are going to take it easy! I'm excited to see the girl's expressions this year!
Hey! I'm Matt and this is my adventure! I am currently an 8th grade Science teacher, father of two girls, and a husband...to my wife! I'm working really hard toward becoming a published children's author. Sid's Imaginary Adventure, is the title of my first completed book and inspiration for my blog title! I have sent it off to Boyd's Mill publishing and currently awaiting a response.
This blog is going to be focused on my writings, ideas, thoughts, and interaction with you. I will be sharing some writings, asking for opinions, and occassionally asking for ideas on new topics that you would like to see in a picture book. I would also like some experiences that are humorous...after all, most stories come from life's adventures! Please leave comments and enjoy!