Category Archives: American Sign Language

Featured Programs for Summer Reading 2020

Posted on November 12, 2019 by

The Collaborative Summer Reading Theme for 2020 is: Imagine Your Story, featuring fairy tales, mythology, and fantasy I’ve got you covered with programs for all ages that fit the theme! For all ages: Once Upon a Sign Come away to … Continue reading →

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Coming Up in November: The Great American Sign Language Mystery

Posted on November 6, 2019 by

     

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Comings and Goings

Posted on October 10, 2019 by

What a wild October it’s been so far! My house has been on the market for nearly a year, and it finally sold – with less than 2 weeks to pack everything up and move out! I am so grateful … Continue reading →

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See you this Sunday at the MD Renaissance Festival!

Posted on September 30, 2019 by

I’ll be signing at the Maryland Renaissance Festival in Crownsville, MD this Sunday!  Hope to see you there! Sunday, October 6,  11 AM-5 PM: Maryland Renaissance Festival: Visiting Author at Page After Page Bookstore Come learn to write your name … Continue reading →

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Terrific Teacher Resources

Posted on August 16, 2019 by

It’s back to school time, and I’ve got some great resources related to my books for teachers! She Spoke: 14 Women Who Raised Their Voices and Changed the World This unique nonfiction picture book highlights 14 women who raised their … Continue reading →

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July and August Appearances and Events

Posted on June 28, 2019 by

Once Upon a Sign at Fairfax County Public Libraries Come away to a land of kings and dragons, queens and castles, and learn signs through stories and songs of magic. Bring the whole family (and your fairy godmother too) for … Continue reading →

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NITA’S FIRST SIGNS is a 2018 Foreword INDIES Silver Winner!

Posted on June 26, 2019 by

Nita’s First Signs has been named a winner in the 21st annual Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards. Foreword Reviews, a book review journal focusing on independently published books, announced the winners of its INDIES Book of the Year … Continue reading →

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June Appearances and Events

Posted on May 31, 2019 by

Sunday, June 2, 2019 from 11 AM-4 PM: Books in Bloom Festival, Merriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia, MD The festival features readings, panel discussions, children’s activities, live music, curated culinary offerings, rosé and beer garden, and a pop-up bookstore by Busboys … Continue reading →

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Register now for Basic ASL for Library Staff eCourse – Begins May 20!

Posted on May 6, 2019 by

Asynchronous eCourse beginning Monday, May 20, 2019 (6 weeks of lessons; Participants will have a total of 12 weeks to complete course materials) Instructor: Kathy MacMillan, NIC, M.L.S. Cost: $195.00 (discounts available for American Library Association members and bulk registrations) … Continue reading →

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May Appearances and Events

Posted on April 30, 2019 by

Saturday, May 4, 2019 from 10 AM-2 PM: Sussex County Children’s Book Festival in Milton, DE Location: Milton Public Library, 121 Union St, Milton, DE 19968, USA Meet regional children’s book authors ~ Craft with your favorite Children’s Librarian ~ … Continue reading →

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