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Debra Kempf Shumaker

@debrakshumaker.bsky.social

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Children's Writer. Avid Reader. Repped by James McGowan & Sophie Sheumaker, BookEnds Literary. Member of @steamteambooks.bsky.social & @kl4gm.bsky.social.

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · May 1

#teachers #librarians: I am booking #authorvisits for 2025/2026 school year! I love exciting kids about #science, #reading, and #writing!

Check out my website for details and a downloadable brochure: debrashumaker.com/author_visits/

Photo of me in front of an assembly of kids and a powerpoint slide talking about the scientific process.

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · 7d

Don't miss this latest newsletter by @kl4gm.bsky.social. The opening article by @zeenamar.bsky.social is absolutely fascinating! And the "There's a Book For That" section lists some great reads to celebrate important/fun dates in November!

Kidlit For Growing Minds @kl4gm.bsky.social · 7d

The Oct. newsletter, article by educator & activist @zeenamar.bsky.social is ready to read! Find a booklist of STEM/STEAM titles by members to celebrate science, math and more. Find book news, teaching tips, inspiration, oh my! 📚 tinyurl.com/t4dwhca7
#edusky #booksky #schoollibrarians #skybrarian

Place-based Learning/Place-based Writing

By Zeena M. Pliska

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · 7d

Another post reminded me of a gem of a #PB —ME. . . JANE by Patrick McDonnell. It came out just as I started writing picture books. An absolute must read today as we hear of Jane Goodall's passing.

But if I may also suggest PECULIAR PRIMATES be me, ill. by Claire Powell. Jane's work inspired me.

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · 7d

One of my favorite picture books ever! RIP Jane.

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 15d

Shining a spotlight on a Children’s Book Resource Hub entry: @bandersonwriter.bsky.social “Especially for Educators” blog—packed with lessons, activities, & insights to make nonfiction shine in classrooms.

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#kidlit #edusky #kidlitgrove #nonfiction #teachersky

Especially for Educators – Beth Anderson, Children's Writer

blog posts directly related to teachers and classrooms

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Sep 5

Woo hoo!!!!!!

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Sep 3

Excited to partner with @annmsbooks.bsky.social at @scrawlbooks.bsky.social this Saturday, Sept 6 at 11 am!

Join us as we celebrate nature with our books WIND IS A DANCE and FANTASTIC FLORA and an activity!

#kidlit #nature

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Kidlit For Growing Minds @kl4gm.bsky.social · Sep 1

Our Sept. newsletter, article by @lisaljrogers.bsky.social, and #giveaway is ready to read! Find book news, teaching tips, inspiration, & more. Subscribe to receive a special download and bio book list by our KL4GM creatives! 💕📚💕

#edusky #booksky #schoollibrarians #skybrarian tinyurl.com/2yzd9orb

Picture Book Biographies: Teaching Tools Full of Possibility

By Lisa Rogers

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Sep 1

Another great newsletter from KidLit for Growing Minds is up! #teachers #librarians check out how to use picture book biographies in your classrooms. Don't miss
"There's a Book for That" for October or the book bundle giveaway!
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Picture Book Biographies: Teaching Tools Full of Possibility

By Lisa Rogers

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Aug 20

Thanks for sharing!

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · Aug 19

Each week, I’m highlighting a resource you can find in the Children’s Book Resource Hub. This week, I’d like to showcase the treasure trove of educational content created by Kidlit for Growing Minds.

Go give them a look!
#kidlit #edusky #booksky #teachers

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Kidlit for Growing Minds | Substack

Supporting teachers and librarians, and inspiring curious kids with the power of story for real world learning. Click to read Kidlit for Growing Minds, a Substack publication with hundreds of subscrib...

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Rhyme Doctors @rhymedoctors.bsky.social · Aug 11

Readers love rhyming picture books! But the pieces need to add up -- stellar story, marvelous meter, and really good rhymes.
If you write in rhyme, we can help you make your manuscript shine! www.rhymedoctors.com
@schaubwrites.bsky.social @eileenmeyerbooks.bsky.social @patriciatoht.bsky.social

The New York Times best selling picture books list for the week of Aug 10, 2025, with a link the the Rhyme Doctors, who help authors polish rhyming picture book manuscripts.

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Aug 6

Thank you!

Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Aug 4

Congrats!

Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Aug 1

Love being part of this group. #teachers #librarians Check out KidLit For Growing Minds!

Keila V. Dawson @keilavdawson.bsky.social · Aug 1

Our KidLit For Growing Minds back-to-school newsletter written by moi is ready to read! Find book news, teaching tips, inspiration, and more. Subscribe to receive an INDEX TO BACK MATTER CONTENT for books by our members!

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#edusky #freebie #schoollibrarians #skybrarian #nonfiction

A New School Year to Grow and Learn, Together

by Keila V. Dawson

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Aug 1

Amazing! Congrats!!!!!!

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Jul 30

Just sent out my latest Author Newsletter. Interested in hearing news about my books, recent picture books I love, and have a chance to win a picture book?

I send it out 6 times/year and you can unsubscribe at any time. Read my latest (and subscribe) here:
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Dog Days of Summer + Picture Book Giveaway!

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Jul 29

My son just graduated with a degree in meteorology and this article is spot on. These scientists want desperately to save lives, they've been making progress, and the research funds on the chopping block will negatively impact so much. It is so shortsighted.

Matt Lanza @mattlanza.bsky.social · Jul 28

I cannot recommend this @rollingstone.com piece by @colleenhagerty.com enough. Captures our current situation and the rigors of research in our field so well. www.rollingstone.com/culture/cult...

On the Road with NOAA As They Face Uncertainty in Their Agency and the Weather

We still don't know why tornados happen, but we're getting closer to finding answers — just as the Trump administration threatens to cut $1 billion

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Jul 28

Congrats!

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Jul 28

Congratulations!

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Jul 28

Thank you!!!!

Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Jul 28

Thank you so much!

Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Jul 28

Thank you!

Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Jul 28

Thank you!

Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Jul 28

Congrats!

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Debra Kempf Shumaker @debrakshumaker.bsky.social · Jul 28

Thrilled to share WIND IS A DANCE is a 2025 Crystal Kite Honor Book for the SCBWI Atlantic Region! Humbled to be selected from so many amazing books. Grateful to @joseebisaillon.bsky.social's art, @kidscanpress.bsky.social and @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social!

#scbwi #scbwi25ck #CrystalKiteAward

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