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Friday, January 29, 2016 1:03:30 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Themes in Children’s Fiction:
Linda said, "Learn the difference between themes in children’s fiction, and thematic categories, when to decide on a theme, and what types of themes work well in children’s literature. Originally published in Kid Magazine Writers, March 2005 Portrait..." more
Tuesday, January 26, 2016 5:30:38 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Practice Writing Children’s Literature:
Linda said, "How to get better at writing children’s literature via practice writing. Practice Writing Children’s Literature If you want to write well, write often. Writers talk about writing every day. Some do and some don’t, however, the more..." more
Tuesday, January 26, 2016 5:30:38 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Book Review: I, Juan de Pareja, by Elizabeth Borton de Trevino:
Linda said, "Spanish painter, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velázquez, had a black slave, Juan de Pareja. This fictionalized account of the slave’s life follows him from birth into adulthood. I loved reading I, Juan de Pareja by Elizabeth Borton de Trevino...." more
Tuesday, January 26, 2016 5:30:38 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Scott O’Dell Tribute: For the Author of Island of the Blue Dolphins:
Linda said, "A Scott O’Dell tribute honoring the author of Island of the Blue Dolphins, Sing Down the Moon, The Black Pearl, and many other outstanding novels for children. I don’t remember how old I was when I got my first Scott O’Dell book,..." more
Friday, January 8, 2016 2:09:19 AM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Book Review: I, Juan de Pareja, by Elizabeth Borton de Trevino:
Linda said, "Spanish painter, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velázquez, had a black slave, Juan de Pareja. This fictionalized account of the slave’s life follows him from birth into adulthood. Juan de Pareja, by Velasquez I loved reading I, Juan de Pareja by..." more
Saturday, January 2, 2016 11:44:51 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Practice Writing Children’s Literature:
Linda said, "How to get better at writing children’s literature by practicing writing skills daily. Practice Writing Children’s Literature By Linda Jo Martin If you want to write well, write often. Writers talk about writing every day. Some do and..." more
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 2:02:01 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Literature For Kids :: 2012 Issues Coming Soon:
Linda said, " Literature For Kids 2012 Issues Coming Soon Meanwhile, take a look at these children's literature past issues: Winter! Picture the world on a snowy winter day. I Love You Very Much Love is what the world needs now. Let's Go Outside Why..." more
Saturday, October 15, 2011 2:39:18 AM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Literature For Kids :: October 2011:
Linda said, " Get Ready For Dress-Up Day! Stories for Children The Halloween Dilemma Two children with Halloween problems. Spider In Disguise Spider's friends make her cry. Poems for Children Costume Fun Halloween is a lot of fun! The Black Spider..." more
Friday, September 16, 2011 6:23:31 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Literature For Kids :: September 2011:
Linda said, " Dream Your Dreams Live Your Dreams Stories for Children Cara Meets the Bad Dream A girl meets Rover, the bad dream! Little Annie's Dream, The Fairy Flower Annie meets a fairy who gives her a beautiful flower and a dream. The Magician's..." more
Monday, August 1, 2011 2:48:41 AM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Literature For Kids :: August 2011:
Linda said, " Horses are Beautiful! Stories for Children The Horse That Aroused the Town Justice for horses! The Magician's Horse A black horse, a magician, and a prince. A Horse Faces His Fear A traveler's horse takes him on a frightening journey. Ivan..." more
Friday, July 1, 2011 2:59:07 AM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Literature For Kids :: July 2011:
Linda said, " Water! Stories for Children Lucy and the Crab Lucy finds a crab at the seashore! Harmony Bay A leopard shark meets a great white shark in Harmony Bay. The Crabbiest Crab A crabby crab doesn't like his job. The Mermaid of Druid Lake A young..." more
Sunday, June 12, 2011 10:22:58 AM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Literature For Kids :: June 2011:
Linda said, " Summer Fun! Stories for Children Mom Turns Ten Again Mom will be so surprised on her birthday! Birthday in Central Park New York City - a great place for some summer birthday fun! On Account of the Bunnies How rabbits bring children..." more
Thursday, May 5, 2011 5:00:59 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Literature For Kids :: May 2011:
Linda said, " Flower Power! Stories for Children The Special Sunflower Cindy's sunflower is special, but she doesn't know why. Witch Hazel's Spell Witch Hazel: NOT someone you want to accidentally squirt water on. The Angels and the Lilies: A Norweigian..." more
Friday, April 1, 2011 1:00:27 AM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Literature For Kids :: April 2011:
Linda said, " Animal Lovers, Unite! Stories for Children Rickie Raccoon Learns Some Manners Rickie Raccoon is hungry - so hungry, in fact, that he forgets his manners. Timmy and the Egg Henny has been sitting on eggs, but one begins to crack. What will..." more
Tuesday, March 1, 2011 3:42:24 AM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Literature For Kids :: March 2011:
Linda said, " Let's Go Outside! Stories for Children The Brown Bear Regatta A brown bear named Martine is afraid to sail. How will she overcome her fear? Raggedy Ann and the Kite On a sunny spring day, Raggedy Ann got to fly! Peter Rabbit A young rabbit..." more
Tuesday, February 1, 2011 1:58:04 AM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Literature For Kids :: February 2011:
Linda said, " I ♥ you very much! Happy Valentine's Day! Stories for Children The Painted Wagon It is market day in a cold, dusty town called Tampur. A child named Lea looks for a new friend. The Stone Maiden The enchanting story of a girl turned to..." more
Wednesday, January 5, 2011 5:05:08 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Feeding Birds in Winter:
Linda said, "Birds get hungry too! How will they eat during winter? read more"
Wednesday, January 5, 2011 5:05:08 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled How to Build and Use a Snow Fort:
Linda said, "Put on your gloves and snow boots! When the snow is deep, it is time to build a snow fort! read more"
Wednesday, January 5, 2011 5:05:08 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Brave Ebony:
Linda said, "This is the true story of a cat named Ebony, who did something so good on a cold, windy night in January, people remember him to this day. read more"
Wednesday, January 5, 2011 5:05:08 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Walking Through The Storm:
Linda said, "Do you love to walk outside on rainy days? This poem captures a walk through a storm and turns it into a happy adventure. read more"
Wednesday, January 5, 2011 5:05:08 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Sleighing Song:
Linda said, "A classic sleighing song: a young boy sings out his delight at taking his sister for a sleigh ride on a winter day. read more"
Wednesday, January 5, 2011 5:05:08 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled The Winter Spirit and His Visitor:
Linda said, "The winter spirit has an unexpected young visitor. A Native American legend. read more"
Wednesday, January 5, 2011 5:05:08 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled The Laughing Tree:
Linda said, "A little girl, lost in the forest, is befriended by a laughing tree. read more"
Monday, February 1, 2016 5:53:42 PM
Linda Martin wrote a blog post titled Place Children’s Story Characters in Unusual Settings and Situations:
Linda said, "Reach for the Unique! Unusual places and situations for children’s story characters. An important part of writing for children is brainstorming. This is when your writer’s notebook comes in handy. You could have one page that lists..." more