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Thrilled to announce a 5 star award for new book

Published on November 25, 2019 by Jean M. Cogdell4 Comments

Available for purchase soon!

Watch for my announcement!

Read this glowing review from Readers Favorite about my new children’s picture book.

Reviewed By Jack Magnus for Readers’ Favorite

I Want to be a Firefighter is a children’s picture book written by Jean M. Cogdell. What would it be like to be a firefighter when you’re all grown up? You’d get to wear big black boots, a yellow safety jacket, and a bright red firefighter’s helmet. There’d be fires to fight, sometimes requiring climbing high up on ladders to reach the blaze and put it out with your hose. Sometimes, your job would be to help find lost dogs and rescue cats who’ve gotten themselves stuck far up in trees. Firefighters usually have best friends who are dogs. They’re spotted and black and white and are on call for emergencies just like the firefighters themselves. It’s such a busy occupation that, by the time night comes, a firefighter wants nothing more than the comfort of his bed and his firefighting-companion puppy.

Jean M. Cogdell’s I Want to be a Firefighter will thrill any kid who gets excited when they pass a firehouse or see a fire engine rushing off towards an emergency. What do firemen do? This book helps kids visualize exactly what being a firefighter entails — from a kid’s perspective. It’s also a great way to introduce that endlessly fascinating subject: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” And yes, kids do have simplified views of what those grown-up careers or jobs maybe, but it’s powerful to get them visualizing themselves in the future. The illustrations work perfectly with the story and do a good job of conveying the busy day that the young firefighter and his puppy have. I Want to be a Firefighter is highly recommended.

PS:

Don’t forget the princess in your family.

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Books give all year long, add one under your Christmas tree.

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Do you struggle with a little reader?

Published on July 22, 2019 by Jean M. Cogdell5 Comments

Want to turn your little one into a book lover?

Everyone struggles with getting a kid to read. But once you get them hooked, they are hooked for life.

My daughter is a third-grade teacher and she says the students who struggle the most, in all subjects, are the ones who struggle with reading.

Everyone agrees how important it is to get a kid to not only read, but enjoy what they are reading.

Reading is the gateway to success.

Although summer is almost over, it’s not too late to inspire your kiddo.

Dr. Seuss quote, The more that you read... — Dr. Seuss

Here are a few tips to help turn your kid into an avid reader:

Kids love to imitate, so let them witness you reading.
Find out what type of books their classmates or playmates enjoy.
Gear the books you choose with your kid’s interest.
Read to them every night.
Introduce early reader chapter books around age 6. Reading a few pages a night will add anticipation for the next night.
Let your kid know reading is not an option. Do whatever necessary to get your kid to read just 15 minutes a day. (I’m not above a bribe.)
Get your kid their own library card. (Makes them feel important.) And yes even toddlers.
Search Amazon for books on things they like to play with or ask your local librarian for suggestions.
Let them pick out a book, even if it’s not your cup of tea. What they read is not as important as getting them to read. One may prefer funny books such as Diary of a Whimpy Kid, your other kid might prefer mysteries, letting them explore the library or local bookstore empowers them.
If your kid picks a book you think is too hard for them to read, read it together. You’ll be surprised at how much they will learn.
Don’t give up! Eventually, reading will click if you don’t quit.

For the gamer in your house try Minecraft Books: Diary of a Minecraft Zombie Book 1: A Scare of a Dare by Zack Zombie. There are 18 books in the series. That should keep them busy for a while. Or how about Trapped in a Video Game by Dustin Brady

Have a little princess in the family? Then you’re very lucky because there are dozens of books to choose from, click here to get started. Books for a Princess.

Budding sports star? How about Goodnight Baseball by Michael Dahl or any of the other many books from baseball, soccer, football, or hockey.

Everyone wants their kid to succeed, so remember…

Do you have a tip for turning a reluctant reader into a bookworm?

How important do you think reading is for a kid?

What age did you start reading to your kids?

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For more reading tips, click on the links below.

12 Ways to Motivate Reluctant Readers by Laura Candler

How can I encourage a reluctant reader?

Do you want a few great gift ideas?

Published on November 19, 2018November 19, 2018 by Jean M. Cogdell2 Comments

I know many of you are traveling or cooking a big Thanksgiving feast.

But Black Friday is this week and Christmas is right on his heels.

Let’s make finding that perfect gift a little easier for each other. I’ve listed a few of my favorite books and things to spark your imagination.

Do you have a book for sale or a favorite gift idea to share?

Go to the comments section and share a link to your book, newsletter, seminar or even a favorite gift idea.

Let’s make gift giving a lot easier this season.

Here are my gift suggestions. Just click on the image for more information.

Books for kids:

Don’t forget the teachers. Instead of a Starbucks cup, buy something they can use year after year:

I bought these for my daughter’s third-grade class. Loved them!

Books for the reader: These are some of my favorites…

Gifts for your favorite writer:

Bowker Copywrite Now Black Friday sale.

Okay, now it’s your turn.

Have you written a book, a “How to” seminar, a magazine, or craft?

Leave us a link in the comments section.

Plus, add a link to your favorite items in the comments section.

Have a safe and wonderful holiday!

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Do you want to encourage passion in a reluctant reader?

Published on July 18, 2018July 18, 2018 by Jean M. Cogdell7 Comments

Do you have a young reluctant reader at home?

The lazy hazy days of summer are here and many of you are trying to encourage your kids to read. Maybe their teacher gave them a reading list, but it’s a struggle to comply. Ready to try something new?

Reading is fundamental. We’ve heard that time and time again, but why? What makes it so important for our kids to find a passion for reading?

Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines fundamental “as serving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function.”

Reading is paramount to understanding everything from math, politics to recipes. If we can read well, we can understand the world around us.

Without a passion for reading, a person does not read.

However, I bet you know a kid who hates to read. Why? Because they haven’t found a book that captures their imagination.

All kids have big imaginations. All that is necessary is to find a book that taps into their creativity. So don’t give up and keep putting book after book in front of them until one clicks unlocking their potential.

My daughter is a third-grade teacher and she sees this reluctance in kids every day. Recently she told me about a book that has NEVER failed to hook a reluctant reader. Michael Vey: The Prisoner of Cell 25 by Richard Paul Evans. This is book one of seven. But once a kid starts book one, they want to read the second, third and then keep going until they finish the series. For a kid that hates to read, this book flips a switch changing what they think about reading. On a personal note, my five grandchildren agree with her.

Books by Richard Paul Evans appeals to all ages, from kid to adult, boys and girls alike. Click the image below to check out number one in the series.

Writing a review would be easy but over 1400 readers beat me to it. Check out what these readers had to say. Customer Reviews. And don’t forget the Editorial Reviews!

Do you have a book recommendation for reluctant readers?