Simple Literacy Tips for Busy Parents
Welcome to the Book Burrow!
I’m glad you’re here. I adore books and believe every parent can help their child become a life-long reader. You don't need to do a million things right. What if you incorporate some of the best practices that work for your family instead?
You can expect…
Simple tips on everything literacy — routines, foundational skills, enrichment, and art projects.
Mindsets that help students AND parents thrive.
Book recommendations, author spotlights, and giveaways!
Original short stories
P.S. If you’re a kid-lit lover, writer, or member of the Global Comix community, I’m equally happy you’re here!
Fall Writing Frenzy 2024!
Meet baby Oliver & read my scary short story, When Mason Disappeared
16 ways to get your kids reading this summer
Reading over summer break is critical to keeping your child's literacy skills on track for the fall. Keep it fun and simple by choosing ideas from this list!
Let me love this world into being…
Musings from Michaelangelo’s unfinished works and my journey in writing children’s fiction
E-books & Audiobooks for Kids
Looking for some fun and educational digital reading resources? Get ready!
I-Do, We-Do, You-Do
One of the simplest & best ways to think about teaching reading (and teaching in general)!
Reignite Your Reading Routines
Dust off some old literacy routines and make reading fresh at home again!
Researching Public Schools
Are you considering sending your child to public school? How do you know if your local school is the right fit?
Author Spotlight: The Wonderfuls
My latest short story, published in Ember: You know it’s a weird afternoon when you have to lower your sister down a laundry chute…
It’s 2024! Snowy Days & Glowing Lanterns
How one special book got our family through the flu & our special visit to the local Chinese Lantern Festival.
Books for BIG Feelings
Picture books for feelings bigger than words — for small and big problems, heartaches, and needs.
And the winner is…
The Giveaway winner has been chosen! Also, peek inside for some dinosaur tales.
When Homeschooling is Hard…
Strategies to bring calm and order into your homeschool routine.
Author Spotlight & GIVEAWAY — Lorraine Hawley
Enter for a chance to give your kids a great book & take a break from cooking!
Buddy Reading
Do you have two or more children who read? Have you encouraged them to read together?
