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Katey Howes

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Celebrating the legacy of Katey Howes, beloved kidlit author: WHERE THE DEER SLIP THROUGH - OUT NOW! Coming soon: TAKE IT APART 2026 Website: https://www.kateyhowes.com Repped by Essie White: https://www.stormliteraryagency.com/katey-howes

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 23h

Did you know? Division isn’t just about numbers—it’s about sharing! In The Reindeer Remainders, the reindeer learn that nobody should be left out when we split into groups.

#TheReindeerRemainders #InclusiveClassroom #KateyHowesBooks #ClassroomCommunity #WorkingTogether

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 1d

Every thread tells a story. In Woven of the World by Katey Howes, weaving connects us to ancestors, traditions, and one another.
What crafts, recipes, or rituals have been “woven” through YOUR family’s generations?

#WovenOfTheWorld #KateyHowes

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 2d

Leave your own review on Goodreads or share your favorite line!

#KateyHowes #PictureBookReview #Goodreads #WhereTheDeerSlipThrough

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 2d

“A lovely picture book with lyrical lullaby rhythm.”
— Author Audrey Sauble on Goodreads.

We couldn’t have said it better! Where the Deer Ship Through is a gentle, rhythmic read that invites children to dream big and wander through nature’s wonders.
Have you read it yet?

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 4d

Change groups often so everyone gets a chance to work with new friends. Fresh ideas = fresh fun!

#TeamworkTip #TheReindeerRemainders #BackToSchoolIdeas #InclusionMatters #ClassroomCommunity #KindnessInClass #InclusiveClassroom #KateyHowesBooks #BackToSchoolTips

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 8d

Which animal holds a special place in your heart? Share below! #WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #ChildrensBooks #KateyHowes #WorldAnimalDay #PictureBookLove

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 8d

Today is #WorldAnimalDay! A celebration of the creatures that inspire wonder, kindness, and connection. In Where the Deer Ship Through, animals aren’t just part of the scenery, they’re central to a child’s journey through imagination.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 19d

#WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #KateyHowes #Bedtimerituals #PictureBookMagic #ChildrensBooks

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 19d

Reading Where the Deer Slip Through is the perfect way to wind down the day.

What are your family's favorite bedtime rituals? Do you have a special story, a song, or a quiet moment?

Share your bedtime traditions in the comments!

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 21d

#TheReindeerRemainders #BackToSchool #TeamworkInAction #InclusiveClassroom #KateyHowesBooks #ClassroomCommunity #WorkingTogether

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 21d

The reindeer know that every group is stronger when everyone belongs.

Today’s challenge: Give a shoutout to someone on your team (school, work, or family) who makes things better just by being themselves!

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 22d

Books give us ideas.

Ideas spark action.

Actions change the world.

That’s the power of literacy and the heart of being a maker.

#BeAMaker #KateyHowes

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 25d

Draw a picture inspired by the themes of nature and magic in Where the Deer Slip Through. Use the hashtag #InspiredByKateyHowes so we can see all of your wonderful creations.

#WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #InspiredbyKateyHowes #PictureBookFun #KidsBooks #NatureLovers #bookchallenge

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 27d

Books are blueprints for the imagination.

Remember: every time we read with a child, we hand them the tools to build their future.

What are YOU building with your words today?

#BeAMaker #KateyHowes

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 28d

Rissy No Kissies is also available on Kindle! A heartwarming story about body autonomy, consent & love in many forms.

Grab your digital copy today!

#RissyNoKissies #ChildrensBooks #KindleReads #BodyAutonomy #ConsentForKids

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 29d

Make it a rule that each group cheers for the others. Celebrating others’ success builds a winning team spirit.

#TeamworkTip #TheReindeerRemainders #BackToSchoolIdeas #InclusionMatters #ClassroomCommunity #KindnessInClass #InclusiveClassroom #KateyHowesBooks #BackToSchoolTips

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Sep 11

#WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #KateyHowesBooks #BookRecommendations #ChildrensBooks

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Sep 11

If you loved the gentle magic and connection to nature in Where the Deer Slip Through, what other books would you recommend to a fellow reader? Share your top nature-themed or whimsical book recommendations in the comments below! Let's build a bookshelf of magic together.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Sep 9

Celebrate the power of words + stories! Be a Maker inspires kids to imagine, create & dream big - because reading sparks making.

#NationalLiteracyDay #BeAMaker #ChildrensBooks #ReadTogether #LiteracyMatters #MakersMindset

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Sep 7

Did you know a deer’s favorite hiding spots in the forest are dense thickets?

Follow the woodland animals’ journey and see if you can spot their favorite hiding places in the pages!

#WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #KateyHowes #WoodlandTrivia #NatureFacts #ChildrensBooks

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Sep 4

When we all link together, our class is stronger!

#TheReindeerRemainders #BackToSchool #TeamworkInAction #InclusiveClassroom #KateyHowesBooks #ClassroomCommunity #WorkingTogether

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Aug 30

Hidden among the trees, grasses, and shadows are woodland creatures waiting to be found.

Your challenge:
Count how many animals you see and comment your guess below!

Let’s see who can spot them all… 🔎

#WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #SeekAndFind #PictureBookFun #KidsBooks

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Aug 29

#WovenOfTheWorld #AudiobookLove #KateyHowes #StorytimeAnywhere #ReadListenRepeat

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Aug 29

Did you know? Woven of the World by Katey Howes isn’t just available in print, it’s also an audiobook!🎧

Let the lyrical storytelling and rich weaving traditions come alive in your ears as you journey through history, culture and connection.

Listen now and be part of the weave!

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Aug 27

#BackToSchoolReads #WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #KateyHowes #PictureBooks