Cathy Stefanec Ogren
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Cathy Stefanec Ogren
@cathyso.bsky.social
Children's author of PEW! The Stinky and Legen-Dairy Gift from Colonel Thomas S. Meacham and THE LITTLE RED CHAIR. Coming in fall 2026, WINTER SOLSTICE HILL. https://cathystefanecogren.com/
Did you know that in 1836, a 1,400-pound cheese sat in the entrance hall of the White House during Andrew Jackson's presidency? PEW! Talk about moldy cheese!! Learn more about this cheese at your favorite indie book store, Bookshop.org, or Barnes & Noble.
October 9, 2025 at 3:20 PM
16 new picture books to check out!
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September 22, 2025 at 8:35 PM
8 Picture Books about the Supreme Court & Pair of Signed Books GIVEAWAY! - Pragmatic Mom url:https://www.pragmaticmom.com/2025/09/8-picture-books-about-the-supreme-court-pair-of-signed-books-giveaway/
September 9, 2025 at 5:23 PM
A great writing tip from someone who knew how to capture one's attention.
August 17, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Happy National Best Friend Day!
June 8, 2025 at 6:03 PM
THE LITTLE RED CHAIR is nominated for the SCBWI Crystal Kite Award in the New England Division. So many good books! Members, don't forget to vote for your favorites!
June 7, 2025 at 5:24 PM
An interview with Joann Howeth, author of the biographical PB, THE MOLLYS B. Click on the link below!
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April 9, 2025 at 3:44 PM
To see my review of this book, click on the link.
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April 8, 2025 at 3:05 PM
This picture book makes a great gift for soon-to-be parents, elementary teachers, homeschoolers, librarians, or anyone who loves picture books!
Teaching Activities can be found here: cathyso3.wordpress.com/2025/03/06/t...
March 23, 2025 at 6:16 PM
March 21, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
March 17, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Take a bite out of American history with this narrative nonfiction picture book! On sale now at
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Bookshop: tinyurl.com/36d7sxzx
March 15, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Nonfiction writing tips with Vivian Kirkfield!
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March 6, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Read to someone special today!
February 5, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Children's books rock! Read! Read! Read!
February 1, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Cozy up with some cheese and crackers and read about a 1,400-pound cheese given to the president of the United States in 1836.
January 20, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Don't miss this fascinating book by Beth Anderson!

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January 16, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Don't miss this amazing book about the history of Black music in America written by the ultra-talented Kwame Alexander and illustrator Charly Palmer, which comes out tomorrow, January 14.
January 13, 2025 at 7:48 PM
An inspiring book written by @amandagorman.bsky.social and illustrated by @loveiswise.bsky.social Don't miss this one!
January 10, 2025 at 7:42 PM
"Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow." ~Albert Einstein
January 1, 2025 at 7:05 PM
I'm in!
December 27, 2024 at 7:49 PM
December 19, 2024 at 5:42 PM
You'll be delighted with this picture book and its lyrical text and informational sidebars. @debrakshumaker.bsky.social
November 22, 2024 at 4:40 PM
Picture books are filled with adventure, emotions, humor, information, and so much more! Read them and enjoy!
November 4, 2024 at 5:09 PM
September 23, 2024 at 7:22 PM