National Houseplant Day today! Play some music for your houseplants, and pre-order #musicplantshope from your favorite online retailer. More info at www.tonnyefletcher.com/music-plants-hope

#sweeneysuperstars rock! Check out these beautiful books! I am honored to be included!!! 2026= The Year of the Book! 🤗

Today is LITTLE BUNNY’s TO-DO LIST book birthday!!! Check out this precious book and get it before it hops away! It’s the perfect Easter gift or basket filler for Littles this year! So cute! www.abramsbooks.com/product/litt...

Come hang out on the writing porch and let's chat! open.substack.com/pub/tonnyefl...

#Edusky Check out the latest episode of #PBJamz! The #giveaway prize is a free virtual school visit with the author! Best for littles (toddler - Kinder), but you can give it to a teacher or homeschool family if you're not teaching littles! www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/baby-...

If you’re not a fan of Christmas music, maybe you simply need a bit more variety than we get on streaming services and radio that caters to specific styles. This is my last year’s Christmas playlist. Feel free to celebrate the season with me. open.spotify.com/playlist/3x7...

Yes, I have a million things to do, but it’s been a delightful evening of quietude (hubs is out of town). A glass of wine, cheese and crackers, I made pumpkin chicken curry over rice (delicious!!) with some gingerbread chai. Watched a cute Christmas movie. Now, onto the million things…

For anyone who loves Christmas as much as I do, you might enjoy this Christmas-themed podcast. 2 best friends count down, share music battles, tell jokes and more. It’s a little silly and a whole lot of fun… open.spotify.com/show/0hk5Znn...

Christmas episode w/amazing giveaways! Go check it out & leave a comment on the blog to be entered to win! I've also added tons of teaching tips & activities for home & school, and Brandon shared some great writing tips! Santa's on his way! Don't miss out www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/santa...

What a rockin' fun Christmas episode of #PBJamz! And we're choosing 7 winners for a Christmas extravaganza #Giveaway! Check it all out right here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/santa... Santa's thinking "outside the sleigh" this year and he's headed right for PBJamz! Don't miss him!

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Check it out on Goodreads (www.goodreads.com/book/show/24...) for all the links and while you're there, I'd be "much obliged" if you'd mark it "want to read" Thanks for helping a girl out! I can't wait for May!

The nice thing about having a day off for a doctor appt, is getting to sleep in, having a lovely breakfast served on pretty dishes and having time to do some writerly things when you would normally be at work… 💜 #writerlythings

A beautiful new episode! Perfect for families, preschools, daycares . . .and -- there's a book #giveaway! www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/i-got...

One more day -- Enter by leaving a comment ON MY #PBJamz blog by 11:59 PM tomorrow evening! Which would you choose? a) book b) school visit c) PB critique Go to the blog and get your name in! www.tonnyefletcher.com/PBJamz

I’m thrilled to share the cover reveal of my debut picture book #MusicPlantsHope by my sweet friend @viviakirkfield.bsky.social ! You can find out more and see the cover here: viviankirkfield.com/2025/10/06/c...

New #PBJamz episode New #Giveaway SHOWDOWN SYMPHONY by Kevin Klein www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/showd...

@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!