a big blue boat sequel, sequel, next book being released
a big blue boat sequel, sequel, next book being released
Where have I been? What do I like? What have I seen? In A Big Blue Boat, I could be sailing along the Western Australian coastline, or in New Zealand’s Bay of Islands. Both have lots of reefs that I have to look out for and the sea becomes rollicking, frolicking when the wind gets […]
I love Author School Visits and provide an interactive experience that brings A Big Blue Boat to life for 4-8 year olds. Susea’s visit to Yarrawonga College was a highlight for all the Prep to Year 2 students. Every student was thoroughly engaged in the sessions, joining in with the actions when Susea read ‘A […]
During author library visits, I love sharing my stories with children, parents and grandparents. An interactive experience combining reading, singing and a making activity, there is something for all ages. IN PERSON AUTHOR LIBRARY VISITS A 1 hour session includes: Explanation about what led to the writing of the book. Book reading Songs and more… […]
Downloads for Teachers provides a plethora of activities across the curriculum for the A Big Blue Boat series.
Children are always engaged more when the learning is fun. These are some simple rhyming games that can be played at home. Magnetic Letters Rhymes (Reception to Year 2) Have a group of magnetic letters on the fridge. Lay out a word ending: for example, ‘ig’ Your child/children place a letter in front to create […]
Great books to have, great books
Young children often experiment by playing with a word and creating words that rhyme with it – even creating nonsensical ones. It’s a fun game and they love it. Without knowing it, they are starting to build the foundations that will help them succeed at reading and writing. The repetitive structure itself, is critical for […]
I find the length of time spent on developing each book depends upon its style, the topic and the feedback I receive during each story’s development. Although an Indie author, I still adhere to the belief that major legwork must be put in before a story is ready for publishing. This includes having people critique […]
