By Sara E. Hoffmann, School & Library Series Managing Editor You know those kids who always have some kind of wild project going on? A lemonade stand. Starting a neighborhood newspaper. Building the Greatest Fort Ever. Yep, that was me. And memories of being that kid were what inspired me to write Ana and the […]Read more "5 Pet Books for Young Readers"
By Sara E. Hoffmann, School & Library Series Managing Editor What are chilly February days perfect for? Making something warm and delicious in a makerspace, that’s what! Courtesy of Lerner Publications’ Party Time series, below are instructions on how you can transform a makerspace into a hot cocoa bar for an afternoon.Read more "Warm Up Makerspaces This Winter with a Hot Cocoa Bar"
By Sara E. Hoffmann, School & Library Series Managing Editor People often ask me how they can get started as a school & library work-for-hire author—or, once they’ve gotten started, how to ensure they’ll keep on getting projects in the future. They wonder what qualities editors look for when we’re deciding whom to approach with […]Read more "How to Be a Great Work-for-Hire Author"