Ann McCallum Staats

Oooo, here's another fun activity for kids. Oct. 11 seems far away now, but mark your calendar. @fallforthebook.bsky.social has loads of excitement for everyone. I'm thrilled to be part of it! Stay tuned for more info soon.

I always, always do educator guides. As a former teacher, I know how much educators appreciate them. And, wow, teaching is an incredibly hectic job!

Thank you @deborahkalb.bsky.social for this fun chance to talk about PLANT-tastic plants! When I first started out on this topic, I had NO idea that I was going to become such a plant lover convert! Has that ever happened to anyone else?

I love this adorable shop. And, how fun is it to poke around in a plant and gift shop?

What do you really know about plants? Come to the US Botanic Garden to find out! (real samples and fun swag).

usbg.swoogo.com/Be-LEAF-It-o...

#WashingtonDCEvents #BotanicGarden #PlantLovers #PlantFacts #USBotanicGarden #FamilyFunDC #LearnWithPlants #annmcallumbooks #thingstodowithkids

Thank you for posting, Beth! My book comes out in less than two weeks. The writing and researching of it was challenging but amazing. What an honor to have a book coming out on May 20!

Thank you so much for posting this, Beth, and for all you do for kidlit!! I can't believe that this book comes out in less than TWO weeks. @candlewickpress.bsky.social #fantasticflora #annmccallumbooks #annmccallumstaats #writingcraft

Now, a place where it's all organized! Check out books, how to sign up for a program--virtual or in-person--and of course, awesome news. Here's the website address: annmccallumbooks.com See you there!

FANTASTIC FLORA | Kirkus Reviews Say hello to some peculiar plants.

Just in.. a review from Kirkus. Thank you!! Find the full review here: www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...

#Plantlovers #LearnwithPlants #FantasticFlora #Annmccallumbooks #Kidsandplants #Plantbooksforkids

I hope you'll join me at the U.S. Botanic Garden on May 30 at 3:00 p.m. I'll be sharing Be-LEAF it or Not: Unearthing Plant Truths, an on-site drop-in family program. All are welcome! Check out details at usbg.swoogo.com/Be-LEAF-It-o...
#plantbooks #plantfun #fantasticflora

Exposing the Root of Nonfiction with Ann McCallum Staats - Chalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who Teach Ann McCallum exposes the root of nonfiction in this episode. Ann has tons of tips for you including how to find a nonfiction structure that highlights your passions, how to craft enticing sidebars, an...

Thank you Katie Narita and Chalk&Ink for the fun podcast. If you have some time on a walk or in your car, here's the link to the podcast: www.buzzsprout.com/1335571/epis...

Thank you @fairfaxlibrary and the anonymous patrons who have already put a hold on this book two months ahead of its release! You made my day. :)
#nonfiction #plants #plantsforkids #kidsbooks

So thrilled to have my post included in @nerdy_bookclub 's post today. And what a joy to 'dig' into these wonderful books for spring! See the post here: tinyurl.com/eus233a8

Here's my Pi-ku, inspired by my upcoming book "Fantastic Flora: The World's Biggest, Baddest, and Smelliest Plants." Dig down deep
Roots!
Collecting, storing, holding fast.

Happy first day of spring. Time to think about plants! Fantastic Flora coming soon (preorders available). The flowers are from our yard and are here already. #plantsforkids #plantbooks #Fantasticflora #newkidsbooks

The first review has rolled in. Thank you, Booklist! @candlewickpress.bsky.social
#fantasticflora #kidsplants #stemforkids #plantsforkids

I don't know about you, but I plan to celebrate the joy of reading this week (hopefully every week!).

Thanks for the shout-out. I'm getting pretty excited. And besides, I'd rather think about spring and plants at this point versus winter!

I love this book!

It sounds like one I'm going to need to put on my to-read pile!

This is my MIT Kids Press debut. I'm feeling so honored to have a book coming out with them this spring!

What is it about those little orange banners that make me go WOW!!?

When I was given this advanced copy, I realized why I enjoy reading so much. A beautiful, lyrical book that is as fun to read as it is heartwarming. Characters find joy in the types of books they read along with where and when they decide to open a book. A celebration of the written word!

Great deal on this week! All preorders at B&N are 25% off! www.barnesandnoble.com/w/fantastic-... @candlewickpress.bsky.social

This year, World Read Aloud Day is Feb. 5. Authors donate their time to come into schools virtually to share the joy of reading. Here's the link for free downloads, info, etc. www.litworld.org/worldreadalo.... Also, a list of participating authors is at docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

Oooh, I love ginkgos! I wrote about them in my upcoming book FANTASTIC FLORA: THE WORLD'S BIGGEST, BADDEST, AND SMELLIEST PLANTS (Candlewick/ MIT Kids Press, May 2025).

@skypitch.bsky.social DOING HER PART (nf, pb) In 1905, workers finished installing the first telephone service in Killeen, Texas. Born that same year, Oveta Culp Hobby came to be nicknamed “Miss Spark-plug.” Energetic and bright, she grew up to ignite change during some of the world’s darkest days.

Ooooo, so excited to share the cover to FANTASTIC FLORA: THE WORLD'S BIGGEST, BADDEST, AND SMELLIEST PLANTS. Pre-sale on now... Releasing this spring and canNOT wait!

Fun at Reston Founders Day with @amstephens_ and @joanwaites. If I look cold it's because it WAS cold. Maybe the last of winter weather??

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