#kidlit

5 days ago3 min

Creepy Pumpkin Art and Literature

I was reminded about a fun art lesson I did a few years back when I recently read, CREEPY CARROTS by Aaron Reynolds and illustrated by...

Apr 123 min

2024 Kid's Writing & Coloring Contests

Kid's Writing Contest : K-12 Opens on Beverly Cleary's Birthday! Submission May 6th-12

Apr 22 min

Spring Into Writing

Sometimes it is a long wait being a writer, kinda like a long winter. Good thing there is tea in the meantime! And when a fun story...

May 9, 20232 min

Teaching Kids to Write a Story

Tools for teaching kids to write a story. Writing stories can be hard, especially when it is an assignment and nothing comes. Students...

Jul 5, 20212 min

Savor the Summer Reading

What to eat or read on a hot summer's day? One of my favorite food memories was actually hearing Julia Child audio tapes while in the...

Jun 12, 20213 min

Summer Literary Field Trip!

Looking for something to do this summer that is fun, local, educational? You are invited by the Yamhill Downtown Association to take a...

May 18, 20212 min

A Walk With Beverly: Opening Day!

The day is done! The Yamhill Downtown Association is excited to share this great opportunity with everyone this spring and summer....

Apr 6, 20212 min

Inspire Hope Through Literacy and Community

The news of Beverly Cleary’s passing deeply saddens all who loved her books, but Yamhill continues to promote her legacy and contribution...