The Particular Challenge of Writing Children’s Books: Reflections on Under My Pillow Three Years Later
“Writing a children’s book, I think, is probably harder than just writing a narrative book,” KOOP radio host…
“But That’s Not Fair!” Redirecting Jealousy When a Sibling or Friend Loses a Tooth First
It happened when my girls were younger, and it’s still happening now that they’re older. One twin achieves…
When Your Child Can’t Put Their Tooth Under a Pillow: Crafty, Resourceful, and Glam Alternatives!
Some kids are just super light sleepers. Other kids toss and turn so much that the tooth is likely…
Ouch! Five Totally Mean Ways People Used To Pull Loose Teeth!
Do you remember hearing about the totally crazy way to pull teeth by tying a string around a…
What To Do If the Tooth Fairy Doesn’t Show
There may come a time when the tooth fairy “forgets” to visit your newly gap-toothed child, which could…
How Much Money Should the Tooth Fairy Pay?
When I was writing my tooth-fairy-themed children’s book UNDER MY PILLOW, I made a conscious decision not to…
Magical Adventures: Three Fantasy Crafts for Kids from UNDER MY PILLOW
UNDER MY PILLOW is my tooth-fairy-themed children’s book, written for kids aged 4-8. After you and your child…
Storytime and Beyond: More UNDER MY PILLOW Themed Crafts
My tooth-fairy-centric children’s book UNDER MY PILLOW explores the themes of problem-solving, trust, and forgiveness. First, main character…
UNDER MY PILLOW in Alderbrook Park!
In April 2023, I was looking for ways to get the word out about my new tooth-fairy-themed children’s…
The Origin of The Tooth fairy: Who She is, where she came from, and why she’s still so popular
Did you know? In Argentina, children place their lost teeth in a glass of water. In Greece and India, they…