Tag Archives: Elisa Kleven

New Friend for the New Year . . . Introducing Isaac!

Happy New Year “Kidsbook Friends” Friends, We hope that you’ve made many new friends this year in the stories that have bedazzled you, made you laugh, and beckoned you to read them again and again. I’ve found many “kindred spirits” … Continue reading

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Exclusive Kidsbook Friends Author Interview: Elisa Kleven

  “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”

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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