I love talking about books, writing, education, and libraries. Besides running a K-5 library media center an
d writing for kids, I also write for educators and other librarians. I’ve reviewed children’s books for School Library Journal, VOYA , and the Children’s Literature Network. Some of my most recent publications and presentations are:
“Nonfiction Book Blast: Booktalks for Reluctant Readers,” American Library Association conference. Chicago, IL. July 2009.
“Real Stories from Wisconsin: Teaching with Biographies,” Wisconsin State Reading Association conference. Milwaukee, WI. February 2009.
“Talking with Carolyn Marsden,” Book Links, January 2009.
Contributed to Ensuring Intellectual Freedom and Access to Information in the School Library Media Program by Helen Adams. Libraries Unlimited, 2008.
“Talking with Lois Ehlert,” Book Links, September 2008.
“Talking with Cynthia Lord,” Book Links, November 2007.
“The Schneider Family Book Award,” Book Links, November 2007.
“Exploring Family Heritage through the Books of Linda Sue Park,” Library Sparks, November 2007.
“Snipping and Snapping with Lauren Child,” Library Sparks, March 2007.
“Two Heads are Better Than One: Leo and Diane Dillon Author Extensions,” Library Sparks, December 2006.
Contributed articles to The Oxford Encyclopedia of Children’s Literature. Jack Zipes, editor. New York: Oxford University Press, 2006.
“Shooting, Scoring, Sparring, and More: Recommended Sports Novels,” Book Links, May 2006.
“Robie Harris Author Extensions: Keeping Kids Healthy and Safe,” Library Sparks, May/June 2006. p. 32-4.
“National Bike Month,” Library Sparks, May/June 2006.
“Beyond the ADA: Welcoming Students with Disabilities in Your Library,” American Association of School Librarians conference. Pittsburgh, PA. October 2005. Also at Wisconsin Educational Media Association conference. March 2006.
Everyone’s Invited,” School Library Journal, February 2006. 
“Keep ‘em Reading: XX Winter Olympics,” Library Sparks, February 2006.
“Researching Your Way to Success in the Magazine Market,” MN SCBWI conference. May 2005.
“Finding Books for 6-12 Readers,” Cooperative Education Service Agency 10. February 2005.