Author: Rebecca Herzog

Writer. Reader. Jokester. Pirate
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Poetry Friday – Inktober Week 1

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It’s Friday! And you know what that means: Poetry! Want to know more about Poetry Friday? Click this link right here. And be sure to visit Violet Nesdoly’s Blog to see this week’s round up of wonderful poetry related posts, blogs and goodness. ________________________________________ It’s October! Hooray! I’m traveling right now to visit family, so I am a bit strapped for time. This past week I’ve been writing poetry and drawing for my poetry Inktober. Below are the first 5 days. It has been great finding a reason to write some poetry each day and the creepy theme has been fun too. I … Continue reading Poetry Friday – Inktober Week 1

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It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? – 10/2/17

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The weekly post where I recap all the KidLit books I’ve been reading. Occasionally, I’ll also review some adult fiction books as well.   Be sure to check out Teach Mentor Texts and Unleashing Readers to see what other kidlit readers are reading. Because, you know, we can never have too many books in our TBR pile.                                          Here are my September writing goals recap + some Cybils-related exciting news! Board Books  Busy Penguins  written by John Schindel  photos by Jonathan Chester This is a cute … Continue reading It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? – 10/2/17

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Inktober with a Twist

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October is almost here! It is my most favorite time of the year. And to celebrate, I’m taking on a new crazy Frankenstein-type project. A few years ago, my husband started participating in Inktober. The challenge is to complete one ink drawing a day, every day in October and then post it online. Sounds pretty fun, right? Well, I am no artist. Below is a sample of my drawing abilities. *not drawn in ink So, you’re probably wondering why on earth would I want to take on such a project? Because I’m going to mash it up with writing! I’m … Continue reading Inktober with a Twist

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Poetry Friday – Crazy Kids

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It’s Friday! And you know what that means: Poetry! Want to know more about Poetry Friday? Click this link right here. And be sure to Laura’s page, Writing the World for Kids, to see this week’s round up of wonderful poetry related posts, blogs and goodness. ________________________________________ It is a good thing that October is in sight because I feel like a zombie. it’s 8:45pm and I’m falling asleep writing this post! So it’s going to be a short one this week. I have been prepping for my newest challenge: Inktober. I am no artist, but I like to doodle. So, I’ve decided … Continue reading Poetry Friday – Crazy Kids

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October Writing Goals + Exciting News!

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So, before I get into my goals recap, I have a bit of news. I have been selected to be a judge for the Cybils Awards! I will be helping judge in the Fiction Picture Book and Board Book category. For those who don’t know, the Cybils Awards are given each year by bloggers for the year’s best children’s and young adult titles. You can learn a bit more at http://www.cybils.com. I am so incredibly honored and excited to participate. September was a bit discombobulated with Irma passing through and all that entailed. John and Sammy both were out of … Continue reading October Writing Goals + Exciting News!

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Cinderella and the Furry Slippers – Picture Book Review

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Buy Here  Cinderella and the Furry Slippers written by Davide Cali illustrated by Raphaelle Barbanegre Tundra Books, October 10, 2017 I received a free ARC of this book to review   At a Glance Type: Fairy tale picture book Age Range: 4-7 years old Plot: Cinderella hires a Fairy Godmother from a magazine ad to help her win the heart of the prince, but neither ends up quite like those in the magazines. Pros: I love the illustrations I like the fresh take on an old story good talking points to start discussions, especially about what we see in ads … Continue reading Cinderella and the Furry Slippers – Picture Book Review

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It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? – 9/25/17

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The weekly post where I recap all the KidLit books I’ve been reading. Occasionally, I’ll also review some adult fiction books as well.   Be sure to check out Teach Mentor Texts and Unleashing Readers to see what other kidlit readers are reading. Because, you know, we can never have too many books in our TBR pile.                                          I’m participating in the R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril (RIP) challenge! Click here to see the books I’ll be reading. Board Books The Bunny Rabbit Show! by Sandra Boynton We … Continue reading It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? – 9/25/17

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Poetry Friday – Autumn

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It’s Friday! And you know what that means: Poetry! Want to know more about Poetry Friday? Click this link right here. And be sure to check out Amy’s blog, The Poem Farm, to see this week’s round up of wonderful poetry related posts, blogs and goodness. ________________________________________ It’s officially the most wonderful time of the year! Fall is hands down my favorite season. While we don’t get much of a season change here in Florida, I can still imagine the crispness of the air, the colorful leaves, and the creepiness of Halloween. I am also excited because this will be the … Continue reading Poetry Friday – Autumn

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R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril XII (RIPXII)

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Two years ago in November (2015), I discovered the R.I.P community reading challenge. Anyone who has been around me for even a little bit knows that I am head over heels in love with Autumn, Halloween and anything creepy. And I also love to read. It’s like the R.I.P. challenge was created just for me! Of course it was too late to officially participate the year I discover it, but I was so excited to give it a go the following year (2016). Fast forward 10 months, and I was 8 months pregnant and moving across country. Needless to say, … Continue reading R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril XII (RIPXII)

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It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? 9/18/17

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The weekly post where I recap all the KidLit books I’ve been reading. Occasionally, I’ll also review some adult fiction books as well. Be sure to check out Teach Mentor Texts and Unleashing Readers to see what other kidlit readers are reading. Because, you know, we can never have too many books in our TBR pile.                                          Board Books  Dinosaur Dance by Sandra Boynton I enjoy Sandra Boynton’s books. The illustrations in this one are cute and my 7yo daughter loved reading this one to … Continue reading It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? 9/18/17