@edusky.bsky.social This new episode of #PBJamz is perfect for the #EduSky community. Chock full of teachable content AND Philip Hoelzel is giving away a FREE virtual classroom visit! To be eligible, go to the blog and leave a comment: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/samba...

Excited to offer up a brand new #PBJamz episode w/one of my faves about two of my faves! Curious to know who? And who else? Check it out here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/that-... #Giveaway alert (Pssst -- Winner's Choice!!)

One day left. Visit #PBJamz blog by 11:59 PM EST Wednesday, Sept. 3 and leave a comment on the episode to be entered to win a picture book critique by @sabrinashahauthor.bsky.social www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/music...

The latest #PBJamz is posted with a #giveaway of a #PBcritique. Simply enjoy the episode here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/music... and leave a comment on the blog to be entered in the giveaway.

#Edusky #BacktoSchool Teachers, take note! There's a new, fully developed episode of #PBJamz! Muddy Puddles is a super-fun sing-along book perfect for young kids! Interviews, music, teaching activities, & more! Link in comments; leave a comment on the blog for a chance to win a double-signed copy!

So fantastic chatting with Nancy!

After a hiatus for the summer, #PBJamz is back! Check out the newest episode w/@superjane.bsky.social & Laura Doherty & their book MUDDY PUDDLES! Super fun for the littles in your life -- & they're offering a #giveaway of a double-signed copy! Leave a comment ON THE BLOG to be eligible to win.

From bubble wands for pinsans to tea for her Tita, Bea's Balikbayan Box of Treasures celebrates meaningful family traditions, the joy of giving, and imaginative play. #picturebook #filipinotraditions #balikbayanbox #imaginativeplay @christinealemshah.bsky.social

I'm excited to be presenting at the NCDPI Comprehensive Arts Education Conference in September! My topic? Jammin' with Picture Books Across the Curriculum! So much to share!

My next newsletter goes out via email tomorrow morning! If you haven't signed up yet and you're interested in monthly updates with great recommendations, & quick reminders for new PBJamz content, you can sign up here: www.tonnyefletcher.com

Music, laughter, tears, smiles and hugs are all part of a universal language. No matter where I am or how they speak, these things I always understand.—Tonnye Fletcher 😊

4 days in Madrid have come to an end—moving on to Barcelona tomorrow…it’s been great!! I hope we can return someday…

2 full days in Madrid! We’ve explored, tackled the metro, eaten amazing food, and met some lovely people! #SummerInEurope2025

Today's been a domestic day, & I've really enjoyed the slow pace. Picked blueberries, gathered mint, pulled weeds in my little garden, picked a zucchini, fertilized my jalapeno plants, gathered some thyme & made corn/potato chowder, (delish!) Citrus mint green tea and honeysuckle cream's steeping...

#EDUSKY Hey teachers, I know for many of us, school is out for the summer, BUT. . . I have a new episode of #PBJamz that is a perfect bridge from #BlackHistory month to March and #Irish Heritage for St. Patrick's Day! And there's a giveaway for a free book . www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/tappi...

Lovely Picture Book Summit podcast with Nikki Grimes! Perfectly in agreement with #PBJamz! open.spotify.com/episode/4elN...

Check out this great Picture Book Summit podcast with Nikki Grimes! It supports exactly what #PBJamz is all about! open.spotify.com/episode/4elN...

Do you know the history of American tap dance? You can learn more about that and much more by checking out the latest #PBJamz episode! Great interview, great resources, and more! Check it out here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/tappi...

Under the bridge Lives a troll With music in his heart And a bass guitar in his hands. The goats crossing his bridge Form a famous rock group. They need a bass. Troll needs a band. Troll must believe in himself and The music to claim his spot. #JoyPit #PB

#JoyPit #PB #SEL An old yellow house… 1 dog, 2 floors, 3 cats, And 4 Helens ?!? Great Granny Helen loves well, Grandma Helen gardens well, Mama Helen cooks well. The Littlest Helen must find her gift or risk not living up to her name.

#JoyPit #PB When a young girl observes her dad singing his way through the good-bad, happy-sad of everyday life, she takes a page from his songbook, and experiments with singing through all the emotions & situations she encounters

My latest newsletter is winging its way out tomorrow morning! If you're not subscribed, & you'd like to be, check out my earlier update & subscribe. You'll get quick notifications for new #PBJamz episodes & once-a-month we'll catch up on #TheWritingPorch tonnyefletcher.substack.com/p/may-on-the...

This #giveaway is open through Wednesday, June 4! And, I've added a ton of great teaching tips #EduSky and music teacher tips, writing prompts and more! Check it out!

#Giveaway #edusky Spotlighting Puerto Rico and its rich musical heritage with the latest #PBJamz! Check it out here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/roqui... The full episode is complete with teaching tips and resources! Leave a comment on the BLOG to be entered to win a signed copy!

#Giveaway #edusky Spotlighting Puerto Rico and its rich musical heritage with the latest #PBJamz! Check it out here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/roqui... The full episode is complete with teaching tips and resources! Leave a comment on the BLOG to be entered to win a signed copy!

#EduSky Last night for Gloria's #giveaway. Check out the latest #PBJamz episode with all the teaching tips and resources and writing prompts! www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/abuel... Leave a comment on the blog by 11:59 PM EDT tonight to be eligible for the drawing for a copy of her book!

So cool to see kids that were terrified to read aloud when Writers Club started that today were excited to read aloud to a group of 30 (mixed adults and children). Sometimes I question whether I’m a good teacher, but today wasn’t one of them. #goodday #butimstilltired

Do you have a favorite lullaby? Do you remember a loved one singing to you as a child? Do you sing to your children? If yes, I have a lovely #PBJamz episode for you! Check it out here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/abuel... #Giveaway if you visit the blog & leave a comment by 11:59 PM EST 5.14.25

BEYOND thrilled! Kirkus has given @kenardpak.bsky.social's and my book, FORTS, a starred review! shorturl.at/eujzR Coming out with Viking Children's in July. 😁😁 #picturebooks #kidlit

We have a winner for OVER IN THE GARDEN by Janna Matthies! (Nikki, a teacher!!) Thanks to everyone who tuned in and commented! There's a new #Giveaway available on #PBJamz Check it out at www.tonnyefletcher.com/PBJamz! Great book for farm families, homesteaders, and daycare/preschool settings!

#edusky, TRACTOR DANCE episode w/ @mattforrestvw.bsky.social is up on the #PBJamz blog with lots of teaching tips, music tips and tons of fun resources for both! This one is especially appropriate for your youngest learners! www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/tract...

Did you know that tractor square dancing is a thing? Did you know that @MattForrestVW wrote a board book called TRACTOR DANCE? Did you know it's the most recent #PBJamz episode? tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/tract... Check it out & leave a comment on the blog to be entered in the #Giveaway!

Had a great story time today at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences at Whiteville learning about dandelions and reading DANDELION MAGIC by Darren Farrell. We played with homemade dandelion play dough and had a blast!

Tis the season to garden! If you enjoy gardening w/ your kids, your students or your community check out this episode of #PBJamz! www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/over-...

I really enjoyed listening to #verseshow with @joshmonkwords.bsky.social & @brennajeanneret.bsky.social with guest Bitsy Kemper. Great encouragement to believe in yourself and take every opportunity!

#EduSky Teachers, Check out the giveaway drawing on the #PBJamz blog for a free zoom visit w/author Shannon Hitchcock. I've featured her beautiful book SHE SANG FOR THE MOUNTAINS. Leave a comment on the episode by next Wednesday, April 2: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/she-s...

Great weekend+ at #NCRAcon2025: moderated a panel w/ @lesterlaminack.bsky.social, Shannon Hitchcock, & @carolynbfraiser.bsky.social, worked registration, enjoyed an author panel luncheon, presented about musicality w/@carolynbfraiser.bsky.social & connected w/ @allanwolf100.bsky.social Awesome conf!

Do you know what a mountain dulcimer is? Ever been to Kentucky? Enjoy folk music? Then this episode of #PBJamz with Shannon Hitchcock is definitely for you! Check it out here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/she-s...

I love it when I get to write alongside my second graders in Writers Club. Today’s task was concrete/shape poems. Here’s my offering:

Last 2025 program is tomorrow & I'm thrilled to be sharing some #music & books from #Kidlit faves: Jessica Kulekjan, @taratrudel.bsky.social, Laura Sperry Gardner, Nikki Talley, @annielynn215.bsky.social, & @buffysilverman.bsky.social. 2nd graders & I are excited! Jammin' into Spring w/Picture Books

What was the significance of the BATTLE OF THE BANDS at the Savoy Ballroom to a drummer/band leader like Chick Webb? Come check out the latest #PBJamz & find that out and more! #Edusky, I've linked up loads of resources, writing prompts and tips for teaching! www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/stomp...

Last day to be eligible for the #Giveaway at #PBJamz. 2 prizes up for grabs: a copy of the book BECAUSE by Mo Willems OR a school visit by Grace Ludtke, harpist. All you have to do is leave a comment ON THE BLOG. www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/pbjam...

Let's catch up! open.substack.com/pub/tonnyefl...

Enjoying Swan Lake at our local university and thinking of LUPITAS BROWN BALLET SLIPPERS by @steenahernandez.bsky.social Tears and awe at the absolute athleticism of these young ladies and men and the artistry…so lovely!

#PBJamz is turning 3! We celebrated BIG with a UNIQUE episode BECAUSE it's a milestone! And there's a DOUBLE #giveaway Check it out here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/pbjam...

I'm home for a weather day today, working on the NEXT #PBJamz episode, but I thought I'd extend @juliaphammond #giveaway through today while I'm working to give you one more chance to get in on this -- available until 11:59 PM EST TONIGHT! www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/soulf...

Hey #kidlit I'm looking to join a marketing group for 2026 releases. Anybody got one starting up that needs more authors? My debut is due out in Spring '26 -- a lyrical NF PB from Reycraft.

What do brass, gumbo, and cleaning have in common? Find out on the latest episode of #PBJamz. The interview with Julia is awesome -- she is a delight! This book has more layers than a good gumbo! Check it out: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/soulf... Leave a comment ON THE BLOG for the #Giveaway!

Last day to enter (#giveaway) to win a copy of THE SNOWMAN WALTZ by Karen Konnerth! Head over to the blog and leave a comment to enter: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/the-s... Great interview! Writing prompts! Teacher tips and resources! #edusky

Just realized that I never shared about my new 2025 picture book release here on BlueSky! Receiving so much love and excitement from teachers and librarians for this one. I've seen glimpses of the artwork and it is AMAZING! Can't wait to share more. #KidLit #2025Release #PictureBook #Homesteading