Note from Andrea: Like others, I’m saddened by the growing lists of banned books which attempt to silence Native and other BIPOC works. It’s challenging for librarians trying to do their jobs today. I found this article and thought it’s important to share. Banned Children’s Books by Indigenous Authors October 17, 2023 About the author: Caroline […]
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I share my journey as a speaker, and some information about Native American Code Talkers in WWII. For more information, please see my book, SIOUX CODE TALKERS OF WORLD WAR II.
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Today’s writing prompt asked for a glimpse into my life. Here is my daily routine… One Author’s Daily Schedule Between 4:30 and 6:30am – Time to get up and pray, stretch, then write. **I have a large notebook and write by hand. If I’m starting a project, I use writing prompts from a variety of
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As you know, I signed up for the Ultimate Blog Challenge (UBC) for the month of January. During this time, I’ve enjoyed reading other participants’ blogs. 5 Interesting Blog Posts (in no particular order) Yeomiji Cactus Garden from the Where do you want to go today? Blog. This post fascinates me – how can someone
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As soon as I read this Ultimate Blog Challenge prompt, I felt a poem would be a perfect response. Keep in mind – this is a draft! This Is Me by Andrea M. Page When I was younger, I abandoned any fear, running on overgrown dirt trails, (alongside my siblings) down to a waterfall, where
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Be inspired by this 2024 Native Creative list – book award winners announced this week. American Library Association Announces 2024 Winners Newbery Honor Book “Eagle Drums,” written and illustrated by Nasuġraq Rainey Hopson and published by Roaring Book Press, a division of Holtzbrinck Publishing Alex Awards for the best adult books that appeal to teen
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Children’s authors writing nonfiction or fiction will find a time when they must do some research. Here are some research challenges and links to articles that may help. How can I find the narrative thread? The nugget that entices readers? The heart of my story? Candace Fleming: Six Quick Fixes for Your Nonficition Picture Books
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