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Anne
@anneleblanc2.bsky.social
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Retired(ish) teacher, picture book writer, reader, library lover, geologist. I also love to sing, dance, code and learn about just about anything!
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Today is Indigenous Veterans Day.

We honour the courage, sacrifice and service of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Veterans who have served Canada in times of war, conflict and peace.

Their contributions deserve recognition, remembrance and respect. Their stories are an important part of our
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November 9, 2025 at 2:52 AM
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I'm not normally a negative Nellie but I'm not a fan of early darkness! I'll be counting down til it's time to put up the Christmas tree! I would love to get rid of the time change!
November 2, 2025 at 2:16 AM
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The @picturebooksummit.bsky.social presentation by @bethanyhegedus.bsky.social was inspirational! She showed us how to change preachy pieces to amazing ones by using the question cape, the playful want, the many-paths mirror and more! I have many new tricks in my bag now! #PBSummit
October 4, 2025 at 8:32 PM
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During @authorjasonchin.bsky.social 's session we saw where the amazing illustrations for his books happen! "Hurricane" is an incredible story of the community of Hatteras as well as full of fascinating information about hurricanes and the scientists 1/2
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October 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Susan Verde's books for easy access ... and Waiting in the Wings is ... Waiting in the Wings and the other author books (in order) for the #PBSummit in order!
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October 4, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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Things are getting started at @picturebooksummit.bsky.social with the incredible Susan Verde! #PBSummit
October 4, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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Picture Book Summit starts TOMORROW!!! So EXCITING!!!! I'm fangirling about meeting these AMAZING authors. @vashtiharrison.bsky.social Susan Verde, Jason Chin @emmawaltonhamilton.bsky.social and @bethanyhegedus.bsky.social ! It's not too late to get your ticket! pbsummit.lpages.co/2025-registr...
October 4, 2025 at 12:56 AM
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What an AMAZING PJ party last night! #pbsummit I learned so much about #picturebook #writing & it was only in an hour! I can't wait for Saturday! I was wearing my Christmas PJs! It's not too late! Get your ticket to the Picture Book Summit! picturebooksummit.com @picturebooksummit.bsky.social 1/2
October 1, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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On this Truth and Reconciliation Day, I would like the Canadian government to implement ALL the 94 calls to action! As well, I would like people to give credit to the Siksika for the hierarchy of needs NOT Maslow. He stole it from the Siksika.
September 30, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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This Is How You Know: How Science Happens by @kirstenwlarson.bsky.social A fantastic book for educators & parents to explain how science investigation works. Kids will be inspired to start their own investigations! #STEM #STEAM #ScienceSky #EduSky #Elementary #Kidlit
September 19, 2025 at 2:40 AM
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The countdown is on to Season 9 #DoodleAndChat with a LIVE episode in just over half an hour! Come doodle with us! youtube.com/watch?v=oM3t... @carriebaughcum.bsky.social
September 18, 2025 at 11:27 PM
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I submitted my Kidlit Chuckle Challenge entry! Have an entry? Can u write one in 24 hours? Submit until 10 pm CST Sept. 16. Here's the link: aprilberrybooks.com/2025-kidlit-... @brilawyer.bsky.social @aprilberrybooks.bsky.social @juliehauswirth.bsky.social @musingmommumble.bsky.social
September 15, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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Angela DiTerlizzi’s The Magical Yet is an inspiring rhyming picture book about resilience. It personifies “yet” as a support to help children to persevere through failure while learning to ride a bike, dance or paint. The illustrations by Lorena Alvarez Gómez light up the book!
August 26, 2025 at 1:04 AM
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What an amazing Mini Picture Book Summit! I am so excited that I am attending the full summit on Oct. 4! One more week for the early bird price! picturebooksummit.com @picturebooksummit.bsky.social @12x12challenge.bsky.social
August 22, 2025 at 1:29 AM
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Shoutout to @ajirving.bsky.social for donating to #SunWriteFun My library has The Bi Book & The Wishing Flower! I'm excited to read them! www.karengreenwald.com/sunwritefun-25 @buchetbooks.bsky.social ky.social #kidlit
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August 19, 2025 at 1:29 AM
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Thank you donors for #SunWriteFun! @lynnstreetbooks.bsky.social @writerjolene.bsky.social @jilanne.bsky.social @12x12challenge.bsky.social @picturebooksummit.bsky.social www.karengreenwald.com/sunwritefun-25 @buchetbooks.bsky.social #kidlit
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August 19, 2025 at 1:23 AM
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Just over 5 hours left to enter:
#SunWriteFun www.karengreenwald.com/sunwritefun-25
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August 18, 2025 at 10:19 PM
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The deadline is tonight but you all are amazing! Check out #SunWriteFun: www.karengreenwald.com/sunwritefun-25
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August 18, 2025 at 10:10 PM
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The deadline is tonight but you all are amazing! Check out #SunWriteFun: www.karengreenwald.com/sunwritefun-25
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August 18, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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Nova Scotians: I love being in our forests! Staying out til Oct. 2 will ensure they & nearby homes remain intact. In 2023, 25000 hectares of land burned. 16000 people displaced. Go to one of our many beaches, museums or other walking areas. Keep everyone safe! #NovaScotiaStrong
August 9, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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i joined the kids' library summer reading club in the 70s. Now the Halifax Public Libraries has Summer Book Bingo for adults! I got my 1st sticker! All the Diana Gabaldon books on it! You can win a swag bag if you fill in 20 boxes! You can meet up with other readers 1/2
July 17, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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Teachers in the HRM, I'm going to Open Book Coffee this Thursday at 6:30 pm to meet the wonderful Briana Corr Scott for the launch of her newest book: "I Lost A Day". Briana says: "This picture book shares ways to navigate mental health with creativity and nature. 1/4
May 26, 2025 at 12:42 AM
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If you are a citizen of 🍁 and haven't voted yet, please do so. Bring the whole family, friends and neighbours. Have YOUR say!
April 28, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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So EXCITED to show off my prize from #DoodleAndChat @carriebaughcum.bsky.social A book by @sunnibrown.bsky.social that I can't wait to dive into and a beautiful goose-y pencil case Handmade by Annabeth that I will put my favourite writing implements in!
April 2, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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I am SO excited to attend my first live webinar as a 12 x 12 member! @12x12challenge.bsky.social
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#picturebooks #amwriting #amlearning
February 20, 2025 at 6:07 PM