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If you’re visiting the National Writing for Children Center for the first time, be sure to read the information about this week’s Book Giveaway. It’s in the right sidebar of the homepage. The book we’re giving away to one lucky winner this week is Madame Poulet and Monsieur Roach by Dianne de Las Casas. This book comes with a poster, bookmark, and postcard. This cute book is bound to be treasured by any child who is lucky enough to receive it.
We also have a new Book Bundle Giveaway for educators only. Find out more about this great Giveaway in the right sidebar of the homepage, too.
Later this week, we’ll also be giving the details for our new NWFCC Adopt-a-School Program.
Be sure to read the new article from Simon Rose today in the “Simon Says” column. And there is another great new teaching tips article from contributing editor Amy O”Quinn in the “Tips for Teachers and Parents” section.
Be sure the watch the fun and interesting book trailers in the right sidebar of the homepage, too, to get a better feel for some of the many wonderful books showcased here this month.
And, if you’ve read Good Night, Little Sea Otter by Janet Halfmann, please leave a comment at the “Let’s Talk about the Book” page. Then, listen to Book Bites for Kids, tomorrow (Thursday) afternoon at 2:00 Central time, when Janet will talk about this book and her other new picture book, Fur and Feathers.
Oh, and if you’re a children’s book author yourself, listen to the replay of the Book Bites for Kids episode hosted by Donna McDine to find out about all the great promotional activities offered to each of the authors showcased here each month. The player for this chat is right here:
Have a super day reading, writing, and talking about what you read!
Suzanne Lieurance
Founder, Director
The National Writing for Children Center
How wonderful! I’ve never read a Louisiana folk story before! I’ll be hoping to win this book. I’m intrigued by the obvious French heritage in the story, given its title!
A cute story set in the background of Louisiana. A place we have visited and have family there. Would love to read it!