tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-75501174262562097322024-02-20T04:57:08.379-08:00Connie Arnold , Children's AuthorConnie Arnoldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.comBlogger90125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7550117426256209732.post-68028108935667582022017-12-13T07:03:00.001-08:002017-12-13T07:04:51.676-08:00Joy, Love and Peace<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Christmas joy</div>
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A holy baby boy</div>
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Most wonderful love</div>
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Sent from heaven above</div>
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To fill our lives with light and peace</div>
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Joy, love and peace that will never cease</div>
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Christmas blessings</div>
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Connie Arnoldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7550117426256209732.post-881188505438408202017-04-29T10:58:00.002-07:002017-04-29T10:58:43.149-07:00Make a Joyful Noise<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Make a joyful noise,<br /> lift up your voice.<br /> Join the happy sounds of nature singing!<br /> </div>
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Enjoy the lovely day,<br /> have fun, laugh and play.<span class="text_exposed_show"><br /> Give thanks for each blessing the Lord is bringing.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Don’t be angry,</b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">don’t get mad</b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">because it really</b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">makes me sad.</b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">just grin and bear it.</b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">That’s much better</b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Than getting upset.</b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">and count to ten.</b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">You’re strong –</b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Don’t let anger win!</b></div>
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May your Christmas be filled with beauty and joy,</div>
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but don't forget the holy infant boy.</div>
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As you celebrate Santa's arrival</div>
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with the reindeer and sleigh,</div>
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don't forget the baby who was lying in the hay.</div>
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Wishing you peace and a season that's bright,</div>
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but don't forget the reason for the coming of the Light!</div>
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<a href="http://childrenbooks.webs.com/">http://childrenbooks.webs.com</a>Connie Arnoldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7550117426256209732.post-19381219539980044482016-02-24T08:27:00.000-08:002016-02-24T08:27:48.916-08:00Get Moving<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Connie Arnoldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7550117426256209732.post-11062522377547557642015-12-12T14:29:00.002-08:002015-12-12T14:32:20.003-08:00Mokey's New Friends<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It is my joy to announce the release of my newest children's book, <i>Mokey's New Friends</i>, from <a href="http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/mokey.htm" target="_blank">Guardian Angel Publishing</a>! This book, illustrated by <a href="http://www.twopinesstudio.com/" target="_blank">Marina Movshina</a> is intended for preschool, kindergarten and early elementary school children. It tells the story of a playful and friendly monkey named Mokey, the friends he makes and what he learns about others' different appearances and abilities not making a difference in their being friends.</div>
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Recent reviews for <i>Mokey's New Friends </i>state:<br />
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children who read it or hear it read will consider making friends with
kids who are different from themselves. I believe that will probably
happen."</span></span></span><br />
<a href="http://onwordsblog.blogspot.com/2015/12/mokeys-new-friends.html" target="_blank"> Janet Ann Collins/Onwords Opening Eyes, Opening Hearts</a><br />
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moving. It’s clear that Mokey is adventurous, fun-loving, and open to new
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<a href="http://pennyreviews-chat.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Penny's Reviews and Chat</a><br />
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<i>Mokey's New Friends</i> joins the family of my other children's books and inspirational books which can be seen on <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Connie-Arnold/e/B004TX69MM/ref=sr_tc_2_0?qid=1449957799&sr=1-2-ent" target="_blank">Amazon</a> or my websites, <a href="http://childrenbooks.webs.com/" target="_blank">Children's Books and Poems</a> and <a href="http://conniearnold.webs.com/books.htm" target="_blank">Inspirational Poetry Beautiful Moments of Joy and Peace.</a></div>
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Connie Arnoldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7550117426256209732.post-26907958590971906582015-11-07T11:14:00.000-08:002015-11-07T11:14:05.878-08:00Visiting Preschools<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Visiting schools is a wonderful way to share books with children, give them enjoyment, teach them important life lessons, interact in a positive way and have fun while doing it! They teach us things as well while we are sharing.<br />
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My husband, Tom, and I have been doing quite a few visits recently and are so blessed by the little ones, their excitement and enthusiasm.<br />
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Here is an excerpt from each book that the children really like:<br />
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From <a href="http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/olive.htm" target="_blank"><i>Olive and the Great Flood</i></a>:<i> </i>"Olive trilled soft peaceful songs to help them sleep at night. When the ark tossed back and forth, her coos relieved their fright."<br />
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From <a href="http://www.4rvpublishingcatalog.com/arnold.php" target="_blank"><i>Count 1,2,3 With Me</i></a>: "Eight legs help a spider to climb, which leaves a web behind each time. Mama Spider traps eight flies to eat. Spiders find bugs a tasty treat."<br />
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From <a href="http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/mix-up.htm" target="_blank"><i>Animal Sound Mix-up</i></a>: "What if in a pond on a log a quack was heard from a small frog? Or in a forest you could hear a honking sound come from a deer?" (Of course Tom's animal sounds make these mixed-up sounds even more delightful for the children!)<br />
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Looking at those sweet, smiling faces reminds me why I do what I do, and I am extremely thankful!<br />
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Connie Arnoldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7550117426256209732.post-88553875839972243632015-07-19T09:34:00.000-07:002015-07-19T09:34:29.166-07:00Children Enjoying Summer<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Penelope Cole's new children's book, Magical Mea Goes to School, follows her previous Magical Mea and Magical Matthew books about a sister and brother who have magical powers to fix things that are broken. Mea has learned that she has this ability which her brother Matthew had, and he is trying to help her learn to use it for good and to keep it a secret. Mea has so many other things she wants to do and doesn't want to take time for the lessons Matthew hopes to give her. She would rather play, but her brother, his friend Lily, and their grandmother all know that Mea has a tendency to want to play tricks and has gotten into trouble in the past. They want to help her learn to do the right thing.</div>
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Once again Kevin Collier has provided the vibrant and exciting illustrations which really enhance the story and characters.</div>
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Goodbye Gloomies by Heather Tietz is an adorable picture book recently released by <a href="http://guardianangelpublishing.com/gloomies.htm" target="_blank">Guardian Angel Publishing</a>. Don't you love the cover? The illustrations by Nancy Miller are like that, making you want to grin and giggle! Heather's delightful rhymes combine well with the illustrations to make a fun book for sharing with your little ones.</div>
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Everyone has times when they feel overcome by the "gloomies" and feel sad or irritated. Children certainly have those feelings, and this book explores many of the things that can bring on those "gloomies." Never fear though, there is a cure for them! Find one's "happies" by looking for thankful things. Then the frowns are turned into smiles, a much more pleasant way to feel.</div>
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Goodbye Gloomies is available from <a href="http://guardianangelpublishing.com/gloomies.htm" target="_blank">Guardian Angel Publishing</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Goodbye-Gloomies-Heather-Tietz/dp/161633617X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1427827990&sr=1-1&keywords=goodbye+gloomies" target="_blank">Amazon</a></div>
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Connie Arnoldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7550117426256209732.post-83558114870983680082015-02-28T04:00:00.000-08:002015-02-28T04:20:46.607-08:00Blog Tour Conclusion and Prize Winners<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>It has been a great two weeks traveling from blog to blog and sharing about <i>Olive and the Great Flood</i>. Thank you so much to all who visited each of the blogs. If you are late coming in or missed any of the posts, you can find the schedule and links <a href="http://childrensauthorconniearnold.blogspot.com/2015/02/olive-and-great-flood-tour-and-prizes.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</b><br />
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<b>A special thank you to each of the blog hosts who shared posts during this time. You are so much appreciated!</b><br />
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<b>If anyone would like a signed copy of <i>Olive and the Great Flood,</i> personalized for your special little one, for a birthday or Easter gift, please visit my <a href="http://www.childrenbooks.webs.com/" target="_blank">website</a>. It is also available from <a href="http://guardianangelpublishing.com/olive.htm" target="_blank">Guardian Angel Publishing</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Olive-Great-Flood-Connie-Arnold/dp/1616335920/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1422665240&sr=1-1&keywords=connie+arnold+olive+and+the+great+flood" target="_blank">Amazon</a>.</b><br />
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<b>All your comments have been so welcomed and enjoyable, and I am please to announce the winner of the prize drawing for a copy of my <i>Animal Sound Mix-up</i> is Michelle W. and of the dove wind chime is Carla B. Congratulations to you both!</b>Connie Arnoldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7550117426256209732.post-34526002036968238162015-02-11T07:11:00.000-08:002015-02-27T16:43:27.110-08:00Olive and the Great Flood Tour and Prizes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>I am so pleased to let you know that my new children's book, <i>Olive and the Great Flood, </i>has<i> </i>been released by Guardian Angel Publishing. It is a rhyming picture book about the sweet dove that is sent out from Noah's ark to discover when there is dry land after the flood. She also has an important mission, to keep the animals calm during the storm and long ride. </b></div>
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<b>My Virtual Book Tour will begin on Monday, the 16th, and the tour schedule is listed below. I hope you will visit as many of the blogs as you can. Prizes will be awarded at the conclusion on February 28, randomly drawn from among those commenting. The more different blogs you comment on, the more entries to the drawings you will receive! The prizes are shown below the blog schedule. You might want to bookmark this post to return and check the schedule. Feel free to share on facebook, twitter, etc., and leave a comment here to let me know and receive extra entries for the prizes! </b></div>
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<b><i>Olive and the Great Flood </i>is available from <a href="http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/olive.htm" target="_blank">Guardian Angel Publishing</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Olive-Great-Flood-Connie-Arnold/dp/1616335920/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1423524873&sr=8-1&keywords=olive+and+the+great+flood+connie+arnold" target="_blank">Amazon</a>, or a signed copy from <a href="http://childrenbooks.webs.com/" target="_blank">my website</a>.</b><br />
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<b>Monday, 2-16 Janet Sumner Johnson, <a href="http://janetsumnerjohnson.blogspot.com/2015/02/blog-tour-kick-off-olive-and-great-flood.html" target="_blank">Musings of a Children's Writer</a> -</b><br />
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<b>Tuesday, 2-17 Cheryl Malandrinos, <a href="https://childrensandteensbookconnection.wordpress.com/2015/02/17/olive-and-the-great-flood-by-connie-arnold/" target="_blank">Children's and Teen's Book Connection</a> - <i>review</i></b><br />
<b> Julie Arduini, <a href="http://juliearduini.com/2015/02/17/book-review-olive-great-flood-connie-arnold/" target="_blank">The Surrendered Scribe</a> - </b><br />
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<b>Wednesday, 2-18 Rosemary Marotta, <a href="http://rosemarysreadingcircle.blogspot.com/2015/02/olive-and-great-flood-by-connie-arnold.html" target="_blank">Rosemary's Reading Circle</a> - </b><br />
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<b>Thursday, 2-19 </b><b>Susan Meyers, <a href="http://susanameyers.blogspot.com/2015/02/book-review-olive-and-great-flood.html" target="_blank">Susan's Thoughts and Ramblings</a> - </b><br />
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<b>Friday, 2-20 <a href="http://conniearnold.blogspot.com/2015/02/olive-and-friends.html" target="_blank">Inspirational Poetry of Joy and Peace</a> - </b><br />
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<b>Saturday, 2-21 Janet Ann Collins, <a href="http://onwordsblog.blogspot.com/2015/02/olive-and-great-flood.html" target="_blank">Onwords</a> - </b><br />
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<b>Sunday, 2-22 Kimberly Standard, <a href="http://stuffcouldalwaysbeworse.blogspot.com/2015/02/olive-and-great-flood-blog-tour.html" target="_blank">Stuff Could Always Be Worse</a> - </b><br />
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<b>Monday, 2-23 Mayra Calvani, <a href="http://mayrassecretbookcase.blogspot.com/2015/02/book-review-olive-and-great-flood-by.html" target="_blank">Mayra's Secret Bookcase</a> - </b><br />
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<b>Tuesday, 2-24 Robyn Campbell,</b><b><a href="http://robyn-campbell.blogspot.com/2015/02/olive-and-great-flood.html" target="_blank"> Poet, Picture Book and Middle Grade </a></b><b><a href="http://robyn-campbell.blogspot.com/2015/02/olive-and-great-flood.html" target="_blank">Author</a> -</b><i><b> </b><b>i</b><b>nterview</b></i></div>
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<b>Wednesday, 2-25 Lynn Mosher, </b><b><a href="http://lynnmosher.com/saved-from-the-storm-guest-post/#comment-28911" target="_blank">Encouraging the Heart~Uplifting the Soul </a></b><br />
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<b>Thursday, 2-26 Donna McDine, <a href="http://donna-mcdine.blogspot.com/2015/02/childrens-picture-book-review-olive-and.html" target="_blank">Write What Inspires You</a> - </b><br />
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<b>Friday, 2-27 Penelope Anne Cole, <a href="http://pennyreviews-chat.blogspot.com/2015/02/today-im-happy-to-review-connie-arnolds.html#comment-form" target="_blank">Penny's Reviews and Chat</a> - </b><br />
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<b> </b><b>Donna McDine, <a href="http://donna-mcdine.blogspot.com/2015/02/guest-author-and-illustrator-kathleen.html" target="_blank">Write What Inspires You</a> - </b></div>
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<span id="goog_562203133">It is my pleasure to share with you that my new children's picture book, <a href="http://guardianangelpublishing.com/authors&books.htm" target="_blank"><i>Olive and the Great Flood</i></a>, will soon be released by <a href="http://guardianangelpublishing.com/catalog.htm" target="_blank">Guardian Angel Publishing</a>, who also published my <a href="http://guardianangelpublishing.com/mix-up.htm" target="_blank"><i>Animal Sound Mix-up</i></a>. This is a story about the dove who flew out from Noah's Ark and the important job she had to do. Did you know that not only did she discover when the flood had gone down and it was safe for everyone to leave the ark, but she is also the one who helped the animals stay calm during that long ride? She also learned an important lesson about God's love and promise.</span></div>
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<span id="goog_562203133">The book is beautifully illustrated by <a href="http://kathleenbullock.carbonmade.com/" target="_blank">Kathleen Bullock</a>. You can see more books she has illustrated for <a href="http://guardianangelpublishing.com/artists&books.htm" target="_blank">Guardian Angel Publishing</a>. Watch for upcoming news about the release of </span><span id="goog_562203133"><span id="goog_562203133"><i>Olive and the Great Flood</i></span>! </span></div>
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Connie Arnoldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7550117426256209732.post-67142866223328629112014-11-01T12:08:00.002-07:002014-11-01T12:17:35.699-07:00Picture Book Month<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In honor of November being Picture Book Month, I thought I would post a selection from each of my picture books. As a grandmother, I have the great pleasure of sharing books with my grandchildren, and encourage all who have young ones to help develop the love of reading early. Enjoy!</div>
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<strong>What if a lion said meow . . .</strong></div>
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<strong>or if a donkey said bow-wow?</strong></div>
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<strong>Wouldn't it seem quite funny now</strong></div>
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<em>from Animal Sound Mix-up by <a href="http://www.conniearnold.webs.com/" target="_blank">Connie Arnold</a></em></div>
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<em>published by <a href="http://guardianangelpublishing.com/mix-up.htm" target="_blank">Guardian Angel Publishing</a></em></div>
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<em>illustrated by <a href="http://www.kitgrady.com/" target="_blank">Kit Grady</a></em></div>
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<strong>Eight legs help a spider to climb,</strong></div>
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<strong>Mama Spider traps eight flies to eat.</strong></div>
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<strong>Spiders find bugs a tasty treat.</strong></div>
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<em>from Count 1,2,3 With Me by <a href="http://www.conniearnold.webs.com/" target="_blank">Connie Arnold</a></em></div>
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<em>illustrated by <a href="http://gingernielson.com/" target="_blank">Ginger Nielson</a></em></div>
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It is my pleasure to let you know that my next picture book, <em>Olive and the Great Flood</em>, will be released by Guardian Angel Publishing. I will let you know when I find out the date!</div>
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Some friends are looking for <b><span style="color: red;">Lenny Lee</span></b> to wish him a very special and<span style="color: #38761d;"> <b>happy</b> <b>15th birthday</b></span>. You have been missed recently in the bloggy world, Lenny, and lots of <span style="color: #674ea7;">(((hugs)))</span> and good wishes are being sent to you!<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">where can he be?</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">a big hug from me,</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">to wish him a birthday</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">that's really sweet</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">and a wonderful year</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">that can't be beat!</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: red;">HAPPY BIRTHDAY, LENNY!</span></b></span></div>
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<i>If you'd like to see who else is wishing Lenny a happy birthday, you can go <a href="http://skmayhew.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">here</a>.</i></div>
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<b>Singing in the shower,
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<b>Shouting, running,
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Animal Sound Mix-up children's book was appropriate for this poem. It
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Connie Arnoldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7550117426256209732.post-1018650256276951762014-02-09T11:29:00.000-08:002014-02-09T11:29:59.785-08:00Beautiful Birds<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Do you remember seeing these birds on a post I did in October with my poem, Ten Singing Birds? You can see the post <a href="http://childrensauthorconniearnold.blogspot.com/2013/10/ten-singing-birds.html" target="_blank">here</a>. I am very pleased to let you know that I have learned of the artist who did this beautiful bird collection.</b></div>
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<b>Tracy Lizotte designs and sells watercolors of children, birds, animals and nature. It is delightful to discover her beautiful work, and I'd like to invite you to visit and enjoy also at <a href="http://tracylizottestudios.com/" target="_blank">Tracy Lizotte Studios</a> and perhaps you might enjoy one of her lovely prints for yourself or a gift.</b> <b>Hope you enjoy her work as much as I do!</b></div>
Connie Arnoldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7550117426256209732.post-9041497341566880332014-01-17T09:54:00.000-08:002014-01-17T09:54:32.671-08:00Manny the TV Watching Dog<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>The title alone catches my attention, doesn't it do that for you? Sounds like a dog that many people would feel right at home with! Children enjoy animals, especially pets, and watching TV, so the combination in this new book, by Linda Derkez and her husband Mike, is sure to delight kids and their parents.</b></div>
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<b>There are three chapters in Manny the TV Watching Dog, and in each of them Manny's master is looking for someone to do specific tasks, and Manny is quick to say, "I can do that." Unfortunately, the TV turns out to be too big of a temptation to Manny, who is constantly distracted from the job at hand for some fine TV watching.</b></div>
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<b>Many of us can certainly relate to this happening, to ourselves and our children. Linda has creatively written this story with a dog who acts quite human in many ways. The adorable illustrations add to the fun as children follow Manny's positive well-meaning offers and what happens each time.</b></div>
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<b>Click on the book image to go to Amazon and take a look inside the book and order. Linda is the author of several other children's books, including <i>Chip's Sharing Day </i>and <i>Cody Knows.</i></b></div>
Connie Arnoldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7550117426256209732.post-15314255889128164882014-01-08T14:01:00.000-08:002014-01-08T14:01:48.664-08:00Down Under Calling<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>I just finished a book by my friend, Margot Finke, that was quite delightful! It is the story of a 12-year-old boy named Andy who lives in Oregon, and his grandmother, Rose, in Australia. They become pen pals, and Andy learns that he has a very cool grandmother! Rose tells exciting stories about her life growing up and the many animals around where she lives and adventures with them, including caring for a baby kangaroo. They soon feel like they know each other even though they live so far apart, and the love grows as Rose shares her stories and memories and Andy tells about his life, problems, and special friend, Kelly. Andy and Kelly start spending time on the internet learning more about where his grandmother lives and the animals there. The summer boredom that had started to creep into his days is banished as Andy anticipates the arrival of the next letter from Rose filled with more amusing and exciting tales.</b></div>
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<b>This is a great book for middle grade children that will hold their attention while helping them learn some interesting facts about the land "Down Under".</b></div>
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<b id="yui_3_13_0_ym1_1_1389217664860_2521"><span id="yui_3_13_0_ym1_1_1389217664860_2520" style="color: black;">Margot
Finke is an Aussie transplant who writes midgrade adventure fiction and
rhyming picture books. For many years she has lived in Oregon with her
husband, children, and grandchildren. Gardening, travel, and reading
fill in the cracks between her writing. Her husband is retired, and very
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<b id="yui_3_13_0_ym1_1_1389217664860_2010"><span id="yui_3_13_0_ym1_1_1389217664860_2009" style="color: black;">Margot
didn't begin serious writing until the day their youngest left for
college. This late start drives her writing, and pushes her to work at
it every day. Margot said, <i id="yui_3_13_0_ym1_1_1389217664860_2008">"I
really envy those who began young, and managed to slip into writing
mode between kid fights, diaper changes, household disasters, and
outside jobs. You are my heroes! "</i></span></b></div>
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<b id="yui_3_13_0_ym1_1_1389217664860_1737"><span id="yui_3_13_0_ym1_1_1389217664860_1736" style="color: black;">She has 13 published books + <i id="yui_3_13_0_ym1_1_1389217664860_1888">Survival by Walkabout,</i> the follow-up to <i>Taconi and Claude,</i>
is due out soon. All her books, + Video readings, trailers, reviews
and sample pages can be seen on her </span></b><b id="yui_3_13_0_ym1_1_1389217664860_1737"><span id="yui_3_13_0_ym1_1_1389217664860_1736" style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.margotfinke.com/" target="_blank">website</a>. Margot also does Skype
Author Visits to many schools in the US, and she runs a Manuscript
Critique Service.</span></b><span id="yui_3_13_0_ym1_1_1389217664860_2251" style="color: black;"> <b id="yui_3_13_0_ym1_1_1389217664860_2250">Nothing gives Margot a bigger thrill than to hear that a book she helped polish has been published. <i>“This is always a huge YEA moment.”</i> </b></span></div>
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Connie Arnoldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7550117426256209732.post-52554696804222387112013-11-23T08:33:00.002-08:002013-11-23T08:33:36.599-08:00Beautiful "Silence"<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Don't you think Silence is a perfect name for a book without words? This delightful book is filled with illustrations by award winning
artist, K.C. Snider. She has illustrated dozens of books for <a href="http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/silence.htm" target="_blank">Guardian Angel Publishing</a>. This is her first book on her own. Her remarkable, vibrant art is beautifully displayed
on each page as an adorable mantled ground squirrel quietly visits
scenic areas in Crater Lake National Park. <br />
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Containing no words, the
pictures tell the story as this small creature makes its way around
the lake, rides two boats, interacts with children, adults and other
creatures, tastes, samples and explores the many things the park has to
offer. Each illustration is a detailed and precious work of art set in
spectacular surroundings. Children and adults of any age can enjoy this
art filled book while using their own imaginations to discover the
story. KC has again shown her tremendous artistic ability in
this new release from <a href="http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/catalog.htm" target="_blank">Guardian Angel Publishing</a>.<br />
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You can visit KC at her <a href="http://blog.kcsniderart.com/" target="_blank">blog</a> and feel free to leave any comments or questions you might have for her. Silence is also available from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=Silence%20by%20kc%20snider" target="_blank">Amazon</a> in paperback or hardcover.Connie Arnoldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.com10