Quitting Monster Illustration Color Test
The color tests for the protagonists and antagonists are one of my favorite parts of illustrating. Here are my Quitting monster illustration color tests.
Karate with Dogs, Fun Photos!
My second children’s karate picture book, “The Two True Karate Kids,” has the adoption of a dog as an important part of the story line. So for the book launch party, we held a special outdoor celebration that included a karate with dogs.
Love this Inspirational Quote
I found this inspirational quote online. I could not find who to give credit to for saying or writing this. But I love it.
Making a Book with a Quitting Monster
The quitting monster says it would be so easy. Just stop, just for now, it’s so nice and dark and safe and comfortable to hide in a little pill bug ball. Isn’t it easier to do that any time life throws obstacles in our way?
Haiku & Poetry for Appreciating the Moment
Poems are great for capturing emotions and inspiration. Haiku especially is designed to capture a single moment and the beauty in it. This short form of poetry can be powerful and traditionally focuses on the beauty of nature in a fleeting moment.
People Procrastination Likes and Dislikes
My kids’ karate picture book helps children learn about Procrastination, but here, we learn a bit more about who Procrastination likes and doesn’t like.
Planning and Telling Time Lesson and Worksheet
Here's a free Telling Time Worksheet based on my first children's picture book. This lesson is especially for first and second graders. But it can be used by anyone who wants to brush up on their planning and use of clocks.
Open Letter to Nursing Homes during COVID-19
Maybe there are some people who are finding they have extra time to spare and share because of the season of this new virus. I do hope they are sending tangible symbols of our love and respect to all of the nursing homes during COVID-19.
Healthy Habits Worksheet and Teachers’ Lesson Plan
In this free healthy habits worksheet based on my first children's picture book, we can use the powerful force of habit to improve our lives. A teachers' lesson plan is included.
Book Adventure: Writing Fun and Difficulty
Read the answers to these interview questions: What was the most difficult part of writing your book? What is the most fun part of writing your book?