Hi Ya'll, As I was thinking about summer plans, and summer newsletter ideas, I kept circling back to the same thoughts... So, this is your gentle reminder that not every moment needs to be planned, productive, or perfectly organized. Sometimes the best summer memories are made right at the table with a handful of paper, a glue stick that’s seen better days, and a child who insists their purple giraffe definitely belongs in a rocket ship. This is your Mom Break—the kind that doesn’t require...
5 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Ya'll, This summer is looming long and hot in front of us. I have an ace up my sleeve though; this blog gives me lots of reason to pull out my crafts and play like I still have a 4-year-old in the house. That benefits all of you of course as I share my projects. Don't worry you don't have to wait on me, I already have a bunch of projects laid out for you from previous summers. Check here for a great starting place: My Top 10 Summer Boredom Busters Series – Sillygeese Publishing Plus, I'm...
12 days ago • 1 min read
Hi ya'll! Happy Friday! I normally send my newsletter earlier in the week, but I wanted to wait so I could share this exciting news right as the giveaway begins. I’m thrilled to be participating in the Summer Reading Kids Fest, put together by Free Kids Book Hub — a huge ebook event featuring 130 free kindle ebooks for children, teens, and families! My middle grade fantasy novel, Escaping Gardenia, is part of the giveaway and is officially FREE starting today, Friday, May 22. On Memorial Day,...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Ya'll, Memorial Day is an important opportunity to help our children learn about remembrance, gratitude, and honoring those who gave their lives in service to our country. To help make those conversations a little easier and more meaningful, I created a free set of printable Memorial Day Gratitude Cards for kids to color and share. These respectful cards include messages like: 🇺🇸 “We Remember…” 🇺🇸 “In Honor of Their Service” 🇺🇸 “Thank You Today and Always” Coloring activities can be such a...
25 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Ya'll! Rosie McClucken is officially live on Amazon! 🐔🎉 My newest picture book, Rosie McClucken Clucks Too Much, is now available and ready to make little readers laugh. Rosie has a lot to say (all day long), and this playful story is full of personality! https://mybook.to/RosieMcClucken I also have a limited number of copies in stock here at Sillygeese Publishing, so if you’d like to order directly from my website, now is the time before they’re gone! And while you’re there, don’t forget...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Ya'll! Just a quick reminder—there are only a few hours left to download Little Bee’s Day in the Garden free. 💛 If you’ve been meaning to grab your copy, now’s the time: 📚 Download the free kindle ebook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09YM8QX86 This encouraging picture book helps children explore fear, courage, and trying new things—making it a meaningful read for families, classrooms, and little ones learning to be brave. And while the free ebook offer is ending soon, it’s not too late...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Ya'll, This book and topic are close to my heart. I remember feeling scared to try new things... Do you? Big feelings can feel overwhelming for little hearts. 💛 Until May 1, Little Bee’s Day in the Garden is free to download on Kindle. This encouraging picture book helps children explore fear, courage, and trying new things—reminding them that fear may feel big, but it doesn’t have to make their choices. 📚 Download your free ebook here: Little Bee's Day in the Garden - Kindle edition by...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Ya'll, Last week things got crazy around here and I didn't get my newsletter sent. I don't even know why it was so buys, but end of year stuff has started, so I'm hopping! This week, I intentionally slowed down long enough to make this new printable for you. It is part of a year long set to keep our kids creating and giving. Mother’s Day is a beautiful time for children to create something simple and meaningful for the women in their lives. And if you have a giving heart, to make some...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Ya'll, Big news! Let me officially introduce you to Rosie McClucken in her new book Little Rosie McClucken Clucks Too Much! Now available for preorder! Rosie McClucken is a frizzle chicken who gets overwhelmed by all the noise and lights around her. Does that sound like someone you know? Me too! If you want to know more about Rosie and her upcoming book you read about here here. (and find the link to preorder while your there!) In the mean time, to make storytime even more fun, I've...
2 months ago • 1 min read