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My Adventure Begins – My Loon Watch
My story begins back in May. School was in session, the campground had opened and I was struggling to find time to write. But still, I managed to sneak out in the kayak a couple times to check on our … Continue reading
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Meeting Readers
One of the best things about being an author, with a campground, who writes about kids who live and work in a campground . . . is that I get to meet my readers right in the midst of my … Continue reading
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Letters From Ms. Conley’s Class – Poland
A couple weeks back, I visited Poland Community School to talk to students in K-6. This school holds a special place in my heart, because my two children attended school there. Many of the students had fabulous questions and connections, … Continue reading
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Eaglet Twins 2016
Every Spring the campers and I stand lakeside with our binoculars and cameras pointed at the eagle nest. The big question is . . . Is there one eaglet in there? Or two? I’ve been taking pictures for a little … Continue reading
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If She Hollers, He Will Come
Just a couple days ago, I was lakeside, when suddenly, the female eagle cried out several times. I looked up, down, and all around, but I couldn’t see anything more than a lone goose, swimming along in front of their … Continue reading
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And The Winner Is . . .
Today was the day Mrs. Shanning and I had set aside for our students to vote. Not for their favorite ice cream. Not even for Class President! But for something waaaaay more important . . . to choose the winners … Continue reading
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Cooper and Packrat’s Book Trailer Contest
From the time I was a student myself, and through the twenty five years my children have attended school, I’ve always admired teachers and librarians. Working as an Ed Tech these last five years has only made me love them … Continue reading
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Buxton Elementary School Visit
I had such an amazing time with Buxton Elementary’s 3rd grade classes last Friday! I was going to Skype with them for Read Aloud Week, but instead surprised them with an in-person visit. Hearing their gasp of surprise . … Continue reading
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Dr. Seuss Breakfast and Children’s Book Fair
I bought this super, cool Seuss t-shirt for two of the three events I have next week. One is on Saturday March 5th ~ a DR. SEUSS BREAKFAST & CHILDREN’S BOOK FAIR in Oxford, Maine, which is being held in … Continue reading
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Snowman and Friends Bloopers
I had a chuckle today, when this nuthatch showed up at the Snowman’s photo shoot. I thought he’d be great addition to the Snowman’s friends. But, alas, he pecked on the poor guy’s head. He stomped his feet, kinda like, … Continue reading