This week, I finished a new picture book–as well as an old sketchbook.
World Space Week: Make A Solar System Model
NOTE: You can find an updated version of this post here. The solar system is huge. So, how can you build a solar system small enough to fit on your table? Apparently, October 4-10th is World Space Week. I’d never heard…
How to look for nature everywhere (even in a city)
These days, I live in a fairly large city. Our neighborhood is in a busy urban/metro area, so I didn’t expect to see wildlife here.
Writing pictures books while raising preschoolers
In the last couple of months, we’ve flown once. We’ve seen lots of people, and we’ve made a few dozen library trips. I’ve also started working on a new book project!
Coming Soon: The Rocket that Flew to Mars
What would it take to travel to Mars? Find out in this space-age nursery rhyme for aspiring astronauts.
Who Laid the Egg – My First Picture Book
I’ve struggled to finish projects over the years. This time, though, I decided that making a picture book would be short, easy, and (relatively) manageable.
Welcome! Want to explore nature with me?
Hello! I’m a children’s author, a science illustrator, and an aspiring naturalist. I’m obsessed with bees, trees, and squirrels (among other things). And, I write books to inspire children to learn more about nature.
