I wrote 2 of the 5 books for Capstone’s Decoding the Mind series. School Library Journal called the series "well-written, fact-filled, eye-catching, and conversation-provoking." These books promote emotional literacy by exploring the science behind why we experience different emotions.
Official blurb: Is there someone you can't stop thinking about? Just a friend or is it a crush? Could all those heart-pounding feelings even be love? Where do these emotions come from? The answer is in the science of affection! From enjoying the bond of family and friends or the smallest flutters in your stomach to the gooiest, mushiest of loves, middle school is a time when you get ALL. THE. FEELS. But next time you or your friends feel all warm and fuzzy, you'll understand what's really going on in your brains. Plus, you'll learn tips to decode what's happening in your body and find out how to strengthen your self-love. Mental health is as important as your heart, so when affectionate behaviors and feelings have crossed the line, you'll also learn when it's time to reach out for help. For ages 10 - 14.
“We all have deep values, things that guide us. Reflecting on those values puts you in touch with your best self. It reminds you of who you are. If self-love is a foundation, then your values are the cornerstones—the pieces everything else is built upon.”
Official Blurb: Do you tear up watching a sappy commercial? Or hold back sniffles when your best friend suddenly ignores you? Maybe you sometimes just get a case of the blues you can't seem to shake. Have you wondered why? The answer is in the science behind unhappiness! Whether you keep your tears bottled up or sometimes let it all out, middle school is a time when you get ALL. THE. FEELS. But next time you or your friends have a good cry, you'll understand what's really going on in your brains. Plus, you'll learn tips to decode what's happening in your body and find out how tears can sometimes be helpful. But mental health is still important, so when tearfulness or sad feelings have crossed the line, you'll also learn when it's time to reach out for help.
For ages 10 - 14.
“Crying is one of the few distinctively human traits (like blushing). That’s a clue that crying, on a very basic level, has something to do with being human. By learning about crying we can learn more about what it means to be human.”
Are mules headstrong? This title dives into mules' unique traits, behaviors, and characteristics and examines the truth behind the idiom stubborn as a mule. Easy-to-read text, vivid and colorful images and graphics, and helpful text features gives readers a clear look into this subject.
Are oxen powerful? This title dives into oxen's unique traits, behaviors, and characteristics and examines the truth behind the idiom strong as an ox. Easy-to-read text, vivid and colorful images and graphics, and helpful text features gives readers a clear look into this subject.
This book introduces readers to the physical characteristics, behaviors, habitat, and life cycle of rattlesnakes. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, a labeled diagram, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
For ages 6 - 8.
Part of ABDO’s Pop! Series, these books are paired with online, printable Activity Sheets and Teacher Lesson Plans.
This book introduces readers to the physical characteristics, behaviors, habitat, and life cycle of scorpions. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, a labeled diagram, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
For ages 6 - 8.
Part of ABDO’s Pop! Series, these books are paired with online, printable Activity Sheets and Teacher Lesson Plans.
This book introduces readers to the life cycle, behavior, physical characteristics, and habitat of beavers. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.
For ages 6 - 7.
Part of ABDO’s Pop! Series, these books are paired with online, printable Activity Sheets and Teacher Lesson Plans.
This book introduces readers to the life cycle, behavior, physical characteristics, and habitat of Canada geese. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.
For ages 6 - 7.
Part of ABDO’s Pop! Series, these books are paired with online, printable Activity Sheets and Teacher Lesson Plans.
Stephen Curry is one of the top players in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Now he uses his fame to give back to others. Learn more about how Curry became an NBA star!
For ages 10 - 12.