I had never realized just how dangerous the transition from watching magic to performing magic can be. What do you think? Is magic real?
Read MoreGoodnight Moon is one of the all-time classic picture books, one my kids have heard countless time. This particular reading, however, is one that I don’t think they’ll ever forget. I won’t either, primarily because I don’t think they’ll let me.
Read MoreWarning: today’s tale may make you angry. In fact, I hope it does. It sure got my blood pumping pretty hot. I just wish there was something more I could do about it.
Read MoreThere’s nothing like a careful weighing of the options when making a lifetime decision. And this, as the joke goes, is nothing like a careful weighing of the options.
Read MoreToday’s tale dives into some deep and dangerous waters, but hey, when a kid asks you a question, you have to answer. Right? Enjoy!
Read MoreIn which my children get a faint glimpse into just how easy modern life is. Next month, I’m making them walk up hill to school in a blinding blizzard. I just have to find a blizzard first. And then a hill.
Read MoreThis is for everyone out there wondering why their neighbor’s lawn looks so bad. It’s not our fault. Really. It’s not.
Read MoreThis one is for all my writer-friends out there, particularly those of you working on picture books. Enjoy!
Read MoreMonster Island can be a pretty scary place, especially when you’re only six years old. Once you realize the true beauty of it, though, you’ll never want to look away. Enjoy!
Read MoreI’m okay with my six-year old beating me in games occasionally, but this? He’s been winning over and over again without me even realizing it. I’d be demoralized if it wasn’t so exciting.
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