❄️ Winter Words, Cozy Reads & Community Connections
Winter is the perfect season to slow down, gather close, and share stories that warm both hearts and imaginations. Short and sweet, a few winter reads for little hands, a thank you to Little Lambs Prescehool, plus an invitation to submit questions for an upcoming interview with the authors of Do Not Disturb: How to Say No to Your Phone.
Watching children light up through story and shared joy is always a reminder of why we do this work. Books paired with music create a powerful, memorable experience, especially for young listeners just beginning their reading journey.
- Kim Childress
📚 New Releases ~ Cozy Reads for Little Readers
Snow Kid, by Jessie Sima
Winter Wonder Mini Coloring Book, from the Cute 'n' Cozy series by Gaynor Carradice
Bea’s Balikbayan Box of Treasures, by Christine Alemshah, Illustrated by Dream Chen
Spotlight Review, by Kim Childress
Free Spirit Publishing, 9798885546416
🐑 Author Visit: Kim Childress Sharing Stories & Songs
I am excited and honored to share that I’ll be visiting Little Lambs Preschool, where I will share with very young readers how books are made, and reading aloud The Gift of Words and dancing along to the Barefoot Books Sing-Along series. Watching children light up through story and shared joy is always a reminder of why we do this work. Books paired with music create a powerful, memorable experience, especially for young listeners just beginning their reading journey.
I love talking books with students of all ages. Please reach out if interested in scheduling an author visit or bookstore popup event.
Do Not Disturb: How to Say No to Your Phone, by Brad Marshall & Lindsay Hassock
Abrams, 9781419776984
💬 Help Shape an Upcoming Author Interview
Coming soon: an interview with the authors of Do Not Disturb: How to Say No to Your Phone, our November featured giveaway.
✨ As a mom of four, I would love to hear from other parents, teachers, anyone who has wondered about phone use. I know what I want to ask, but I would love know, What questions would you ask?
- Parenting in a phone-filled world?
- Helping kids build healthy screen habits?
- Digital balance, anxiety, and attention?
- Or something else entirely?
Drop your questions in the comments. Do Not Disturb Spotlight Review, by Kim Childress
🛍️ More Winter Fun at Ink-a-Dink Bookshop
Looking for more ways to make winter cozy and creative? Visit Ink-a-Dink Bookshop for:
Plus craft kits, activities and new books to keep little hands busy and imaginations thriving.
👉 Explore the Ink-a-Dink Bookshop Storefront and discover something new to love this winter.
Stay warm this wintery season, and as always, happy reading!
~ Kim Childress
With over thirty years of experience in publishing, Kim Childress is an award-winning editor, author, speaker, and reviewer. She has built a distinguished career while also raising a personal focus group—her four children—whose experiences have enriched her insights into children's and young adult literature. More.
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