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Buzz-Worthy News

Posted on July 29, 2020 by nancyviau

I am thrilled to learn that Something Is Bugging Samantha Hansen received the 2020 Skipping Stones Honor Award for Nature and Ecology! Here is their buzz-worthy review inits entirety: “Much like her 4th grade classmates, Samantha Hansen is spunky, independent, … Continue reading →

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Go Outside!

Posted on April 29, 2019 by nancyviau

The weather here on the East Coast is turning warmer and inviting, so GO OUTSIDE! (Fun fact: ALL of my books, picture books and middle-grade books, take place mostly outside.) Here’s an interesting article on how to get kids to … Continue reading →

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Rocks and Bees–Sure to Please!

Posted on January 20, 2019 by nancyviau

As you know, the updated edition of Samantha Hansen Has Rocks in Her Head will be available in May of this year. The cover for this book is on my banner, and here’s a sneak peek at one of the … Continue reading →

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