Stories that are part of our lives
Central Park in Oxford Junction, Jones County, Iowa, is a beautiful spot with prairie, woods, a man-made lake, and lots of trails. Michele Olson is a naturalist on staff there, tasked with developing in kids an appreciation for nature. She is dedicated and effective. And, as part of her job, she has set up a story walk for Begin with a Bee.
Each page of the book is mounted on a stand specially made for story walks. (There are… [ Read More ]
Normally at this time in January I am packing my suitcase to leave home for 11 days and go to Hamline University to participate in the residency for the Masters program in Writing for Children and Young Adults. I always am energized by the preparation and the residency. Eleven days with other children’s book writers… [ Read More ]
I have always loved stories as much as some people love watching elephants, riding bicycles, or eating chocolate ice cream. As I travel and visit with students and others I am surprised and touched by … Read More about About Jacqueline
Looking forward to “bee-ing” in Central Park, Jones County, Saturday August 6, at 10:00 a.m. to talk about bumblebees, do some bee-art, and read Begin with a Bee!
If weather permits, the book reading will take place outside at the Nature Center patio area. If it is too hot or raining then the reading will move inside the Nature Center.
Perfect fun for a summer day. Hope you can “bee” with us.
