Ode to a Dog
Recently we had to say goodbye to our dear furry Anova. She was part of our family for 11 years. Anova came into our lives after my...
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abartle1
- Aug 19, 2020
- 3 min
The Felix Files: Conclusion
My daughter's drawing of Felix in both his hornworm and moth forms. **Please note this post is a little sad, which is why it took me a...
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abartle1
- Mar 3, 2020
- 2 min
The Felix Files: Part Two
I never imagined my daughter would be coming home every day and asking to play with her caterpillar, but that's exactly what happened....
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abartle1
- Feb 13, 2020
- 2 min
The Felix Files: Part One
Students may bring a pretend or a real insect to show-and-tell. A real insect for show-and-tell. As soon as I read that in the preschool...
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abartle1
- Sep 24, 2019
- 2 min
On Goals: Get the Ball!
I've been thinking a lot about goals and dreams lately. I've decided I want to approach it the way my one-year-old son does when he sees...
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abartle1
- Apr 7, 2018
- 3 min
Booklights: The Kid in the Red Jacket by Barbara Park
“We got a new kid in our room about a week ago,” Roger said. “No one can remember his name, so we just call him by the color of his...
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abartle1
- Oct 15, 2017
- 3 min
Time for Creepy Stories!
October is my favorite month. The weather in Arizona finally makes the change from sweltering to perfection. Neighbors come out of...
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abartle1
- May 19, 2017
- 2 min
Booklights: Phantom by Susan Kay
It's no secret to those who know me that I'm a huge Phantom of the Opera fan. The Andrew Lloyd Webber musical is my first love, but I...
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abartle1
- Apr 1, 2017
- 2 min
Booklights: Treadmill Console Manual by Vision Fitness
I couldn't be more excited to do today's Booklights review! Today I am reviewing a book that is a must-read for all ages, and an...
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abartle1
- Mar 23, 2017
- 2 min
Booklights: Thank you Bear by Greg Foley
One day after a particularly boring grocery run, I told my daughter, Ellie, we would get a new book for her since she was so patient (as...
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abartle1
- Mar 7, 2017
- 4 min
Some Publishing Tidbits
I frequently get asked questions about self publishing and traditional publishing. I'm by no means an expert in either; my first book...
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abartle1
- Feb 20, 2017
- 2 min
Booklights: Still Points North
I’m excited to start my new blog series, Booklights (like a spotlight, but for books!). At least once every few months, I will post...
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abartle1
- Feb 8, 2017
- 1 min
A Shiny New Blog!
From here on out, this is where I will blog. However, you can still check out my older posts here. Take a look around and enjoy! I love...
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