The one thing that I wanted to do most while on vacation in Maui in January was to see the whales. My husband would point out the whales while we drove around, but all I could see, even with my glasses on, was a tiny splash, or maybe a little spew of water. That was…
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WE SING FROM THE HEART in CityBeat
While the book was written for children, this project is far more than just a simple story; at its core, this book is about the power of embracing your identity and what can transpire from speaking up about what you believe in. Thank you to CityBeat for featuring We Sing From The Heart: How…
Resources for Black History Month
My round-up of resources for Black History Month includes: African American children’s book lists Multicultural Children’s Book Club videos Read Your World Ig Live interviews with Black KidLit Creators African American Books for Kids 30 Black Joy Picture Books and Chapter Books Walden Pond and Black History Month Black Heritage Trail in Boston Children’s…
We Took a Perfume Making Class in Paris!
Our perfume-making class at Molinard turned out to be the most popular activity of our trip! Not only did we learn how to make perfume, but we made our own bespoke fragrance which we were able to bring home. The bottle of perfume was also only 3 ounces so it made it through airport security…
Dorktales Podcast: Simon Tam, Hidden Hero of History
I’m thrilled that Dorktales Podcast created a podcast featuring Simon Tam based on my latest picture book, WE SING FROM THE HEART. You can listen to it wherever you find podcasts or you can watch it: There is also a FREE activity guide that goes along with the podcast. According to Dorktales…
Advancing Careers in Health Science: Education, Skills, and Opportunities
Introduction to Health Science Careers The vast health science field offers an impressive array of career paths, each playing a vital role in improving health outcomes on both individual and community levels. Health science professionals are essential in various settings, from hospitals and clinics to research laboratories and public health organizations. With the increasing complexity…
Visting the Dior Museum in Paris!
My friend from Aquent who grew up in Paris but now lives in London told me to buy tickets to the Dior Museum. She said that everyone would like it, not just fashionistas. It is a spectacularly laid-out museum, with displays of not just haute couture but history! I wish we had time to eat…







