Tag Archives: Tired of Being Different

Favorite #137: North Rowan Elementary School Book Clubs

Books and Fun Book clubs are a wonderful way for children to connect not only with each other, but also through the books they are reading, possibly inspiring them to read more. This past March, I had the opportunity to … Continue reading

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Favorite #88: Communities in Schools

Meeting the Needs of Children Communities in Schools is a wonderful resource for providing opportunities and programs some children might not otherwise experience. A partnership, this far reaching program serves students throughout the nation in approximately 27 states.  Assisting students in becoming the best they can … Continue reading

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Favorite #14: Sasha Shops Salisbury

Sasha Kitty and Her Book             Sasha Kitty Coffield is one lucky kitty. Not only does she have a nice home and many friends who love her, but she also has her very own book, Sasha Shops Salisbury.  Sasha is … Continue reading

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New Stories from Old

    As I travel to different schools, I explain to children that ideas for my stories have been based on real events in my life. Being a teacher for thirty years, it wasn’t unusual for me to hear children talking about being … Continue reading

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A Fun Day at the Daniel Boone Family Festival

It was a fun day for everyone at the Daniel Boone Family Festival with vendors, music, historical tours and activities. The Daniel Boone festival is held the first Saturday in May in Mocksville, NC. Mocksville is in Davie County and home to many historical sites, such … Continue reading

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Reading at China Grove Elementary School

The media specialist at China Grove Elementary School, Ms Litke, invited me to speak to  the kindergarten through fifth grade students on April 25th for National Poetry Month. The presentations took place in the media center where I shared with the … Continue reading

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Miss Molly is a Celebrity Now

It’s amazing how just a simple visit to a friend’s house can turn into something more. I was working on a story about a friend of mine who is a music teacher and all of a sudden her dog decides … Continue reading

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