Author Archives: hendersonintraining

Exclusive Kidsbook Friends Author Interview: Elisa Kleven

Posted on April 30, 2015 by hendersonintraining

  “Read and write and draw and practice. Create a space of your own where you feel safe enough to create, and try to visit that place each day.” I’m sharing Elisa Kleven’s wise words with my kids and all my … Continue reading →

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The Apple Doll, “Oh, Sweet Susanna”

Posted on April 28, 2015 by hendersonintraining

Recently my daughter started climbing trees and even naming them. I can’t imagine childhood without a tree to climb. We love this book because the main character captures something special from her tree to keep forever. . . something YOU … Continue reading →

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Exclusive Kidsbook Friends Illustrator Interview: Leslie Stall Widener

Posted on April 24, 2015 by hendersonintraining

  While attending a SCBWI Illustrators show in Dallas, I had the opportunity to meet Leslie and her husband Terry. Their artwork drew me to them. I have such a respect for the authors and illustrators I meet and their work. … Continue reading →

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Chukfi Rabbit’s Big, Bad Bellyache, “What’s Better Than Butter?”

Posted on April 21, 2015 by hendersonintraining

Many of the Choctaw Indians live in Oklahoma and Mississippi, their original homeland. Author, Greg Rodgers, discovered this tale while looking for his own ancestral information in the Oral History Archives in Oklahoma and revived the story for all to enjoy today. … Continue reading →

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Tribute to Parents, 6 Books for Mother’s & Father’s Day

Posted on April 9, 2015 by hendersonintraining

  As Mother’s Day is only one month away with Father’s Day quickly following, now is a good time to purchase some special books to celebrate! Quarterly I have the opportunity to write for The Senior Voice in the section: “Grand Times, Reading with … Continue reading →

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