Fully updated episode with writing prompts, teaching activites and so much more! #Giveaway #PBJamz @davidmcmullin.bsky.social www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/rockn...

TOCAMOS! Ingenuity, creativity, adventure, art, literature and more are waiting if you dip into this conversation with Cynthia and me.  What appears to be a simple book is anything but that.  It is full of...

The latest #PBJamz is complete and full of amazing resources for teachers, families and writers: bilingual, Oaxaca, MX, wood carvings, birds, musical instruments, and more! Leave a comment ON THE BLOG to be entered to win a copy! www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/tocamos

AS YOU ARE: A HOPE FOR BLACK SONS Join Kimberly and me as we chat about working with illustrators and editors, watching a vision come to life, pouring our hearts and souls into our work, musical connections, specificity and how it...

A few hours left to get your name in the #Giveaway at #PBJamz. This episode features a Winner's Choice: PB critique, virtual visit or copy of AS YOU ARE: A HOPE FOR BLACK SONS by Kimberly G Biddle. Just go to the blog and leave a comment there to be entered. www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/as-yo...

www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/pirou... #PBJamz #giveaway

BABY LET'S GO TO THE ORCHESTRA w/Janna Matthies J oin Janna and me as we chat about her latest book and discuss musical things, writerly things and teacherly things! This book is so full of goodness and so is this conversation! We talk about the...

#Edusky Check out the latest episode of #PBJamz! The #giveaway prize is a free virtual school visit with the author! Best for littles (toddler - Kinder), but you can give it to a teacher or homeschool family if you're not teaching littles! www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/baby-...

What a rockin' fun Christmas episode of #PBJamz! And we're choosing 7 winners for a Christmas extravaganza #Giveaway! Check it all out right here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/santa...
Santa's thinking "outside the sleigh" this year and he's headed right for PBJamz! Don't miss him!

One more day -- Enter by leaving a comment ON MY #PBJamz blog by 11:59 PM tomorrow evening! Which would you choose? a) book b) school visit c) PB critique Go to the blog and get your name in! www.tonnyefletcher.com/PBJamz

New #PBJamz episode
New #Giveaway
SHOWDOWN SYMPHONY by Kevin Klein
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SAMBA: THE HEARTBEAT OF A COMMUNITY by Philip Hoelzel Join Philip and me for a fun conversation about all kinds of journeys and learn a lot about samba along the way -- did you know samba isn't just the dance?  Dig in with us to find out more about...

@edusky.bsky.social This new episode of #PBJamz is perfect for the #EduSky community. Chock full of teachable content AND Philip Hoelzel is giving away a FREE virtual classroom visit! To be eligible, go to the blog and leave a comment: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/samba...

THAT SWINGIN' SOUND by Rekha Rajan If you love books and music, don't miss this conversation about collaboration, the power of persistence and tenacity, and lots of gushing over beautiful illustrations and amazing music by two dear...

Excited to offer up a brand new #PBJamz episode w/one of my faves about two of my faves! Curious to know who? And who else? Check it out here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/that-... #Giveaway alert (Pssst -- Winner's Choice!!)

MUSIC OF THE MOUNTAINS by Sabrina Shah Join Sabrina and me as we have a lovely writerly chat about music, culture, picture books and more! We talk about using picture books in the classroom and how they can serve as windows and sliding...

One day left. Visit #PBJamz blog by 11:59 PM EST Wednesday, Sept. 3 and leave a comment on the episode to be entered to win a picture book critique by @sabrinashahauthor.bsky.social www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/music...

MUSIC OF THE MOUNTAINS by Sabrina Shah Join Sabrina and me as we have a lovely writerly chat about music, culture, picture books and more! We talk about using picture books in the classroom and how they can serve as windows and sliding...

The latest #PBJamz is posted with a #giveaway of a #PBcritique. Simply enjoy the episode here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/music... and leave a comment on the blog to be entered in the giveaway.

#Edusky #BacktoSchool Teachers, take note! There's a new, fully developed episode of #PBJamz! Muddy Puddles is a super-fun sing-along book perfect for young kids! Interviews, music, teaching activities, & more! Link in comments; leave a comment on the blog for a chance to win a double-signed copy!

🎙📚🐷 I'm delighted to share the latest episode of the #videopodcast #PBJamz, featuring Laura Doherty & myself! We're chatting ALL about our #indie #picturebook MUDDY PUDDLES! Tune in 4 the scoop on our inspiration, bonus bug scavenger hunts + MORE! #musicbooks #read
🎉 LISTEN/WATCH at the link in bio!

After a hiatus for the summer, #PBJamz is back! Check out the newest episode w/@superjane.bsky.social & Laura Doherty & their book MUDDY PUDDLES! Super fun for the littles in your life -- & they're offering a #giveaway of a double-signed copy! Leave a comment ON THE BLOG to be eligible to win.

TAPPING FEET by Moira Rose Donohue Join Moira and me for a delightful conversation about history, music, inspiration, dance, hope, rhyme, and more! Moira's conversations are always chock full of useful writing tips, interesting...

#EDUSKY Hey teachers, I know for many of us, school is out for the summer, BUT. . . I have a new episode of #PBJamz that is a perfect bridge from #BlackHistory month to March and #Irish Heritage for St. Patrick's Day! And there's a giveaway for a free book . www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/tappi...

081- Nikki Grimes: The Music of Language Picture Book Summit Podcast · Episode

Lovely Picture Book Summit podcast with Nikki Grimes! Perfectly in agreement with #PBJamz! open.spotify.com/episode/4elN...

081- Nikki Grimes: The Music of Language Picture Book Summit Podcast · Episode

Check out this great Picture Book Summit podcast with Nikki Grimes! It supports exactly what #PBJamz is all about! open.spotify.com/episode/4elN...

TAPPING FEET by Moira Rose Donohue Join Moira and me for a delightful conversation about history, music, inspiration, dance, hope, rhyme, and more! Moira's conversations are always chock full of useful writing tips, interesting...

Do you know the history of American tap dance? You can learn more about that and much more by checking out the latest #PBJamz episode! Great interview, great resources, and more! Check it out here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/tappi...

May on the Writing Porch Pull up a chair, grab a glass of lemonade (or your favorite beverage), and let's catch up!

My latest newsletter is winging its way out tomorrow morning! If you're not subscribed, & you'd like to be, check out my earlier update & subscribe. You'll get quick notifications for new #PBJamz episodes & once-a-month we'll catch up on #TheWritingPorch tonnyefletcher.substack.com/p/may-on-the...

ROQUI'S PANDERO BEAT by Delia Ruiz Come listen in as Delia and I chat about the inspiration and origin of her book, as well as it's journey to publication.  We dig into the musical connections in the book and so much more!  It's a...

#Giveaway #edusky Spotlighting Puerto Rico and its rich musical heritage with the latest #PBJamz! Check it out here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/roqui... The full episode is complete with teaching tips and resources! Leave a comment on the BLOG to be entered to win a signed copy!

ABUELITA'S SONG with Gloria Amescua Listen in as Gloria and I chat about the origin of her book and it's journey, the musical connections, how language plays into the story, legacies, and lots more!  Join the conversation by leaving...

#EduSky Last night for Gloria's #giveaway. Check out the latest #PBJamz episode with all the teaching tips and resources and writing prompts! www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/abuel... Leave a comment on the blog by 11:59 PM EDT tonight to be eligible for the drawing for a copy of her book!

ABUELITA'S SONG with Gloria Amescua Listen in as Gloria and I chat about the origin of her book and it's journey, the musical connections, how language plays into the story, legacies, and lots more!  Join the conversation by leaving...

Do you have a favorite lullaby? Do you remember a loved one singing to you as a child? Do you sing to your children? If yes, I have a lovely #PBJamz episode for you! Check it out here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/abuel...
#Giveaway if you visit the blog & leave a comment by 11:59 PM EST 5.14.25

PBJamz PBJamz is a multi-media showcase connecting picture books and music, authors, readers, teachers, and musicians as we highlight and celebrate the connections between music and picture books. They go t...

We have a winner for OVER IN THE GARDEN by Janna Matthies! (Nikki, a teacher!!) Thanks to everyone who tuned in and commented! There's a new #Giveaway available on #PBJamz Check it out at www.tonnyefletcher.com/PBJamz! Great book for farm families, homesteaders, and daycare/preschool settings!

TRACTOR DANCE Join Matt and I as we chat deets about his board book released in the Fall of 2024, poetry, the idiosyncracies of publishing and knowing when and how to pivot. AND, a little bit of chat about his...

#edusky, TRACTOR DANCE episode w/ @mattforrestvw.bsky.social is up on the #PBJamz blog with lots of teaching tips, music tips and tons of fun resources for both! This one is especially appropriate for your youngest learners! www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/tract...

TRACTOR DANCE Join Matt and I as we chat deets about his board book released in the Fall of 2024, poetry, the idiosyncracies of publishing and knowing when and how to pivot. AND, a little bit of chat about his...

Did you know that tractor square dancing is a thing? Did you know that
@MattForrestVW
wrote a board book called TRACTOR DANCE? Did you know it's the most recent #PBJamz episode? tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/tract... Check it out & leave a comment on the blog to be entered in the #Giveaway!

OVER IN THE GARDEN by Janna Matthies Tonnye Fletcher

Tis the season to garden! If you enjoy gardening w/ your kids, your students or your community check out this episode of #PBJamz! www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/over-...

SHE SANG FOR THE MOUNTAINS by Shannon Hitchcock Join Shannon and me as we chat about her book SHE SANG FOR THE MOUNTAINS, the Story of Singer, Songwriter, Activist Jean Ritchie. We talk about what inspired her to write this book -- and three...

#EduSky Teachers, Check out the giveaway drawing on the #PBJamz blog for a free zoom visit w/author Shannon Hitchcock. I've featured her beautiful book SHE SANG FOR THE MOUNTAINS. Leave a comment on the episode by next Wednesday, April 2: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/she-s...

SHE SANG FOR THE MOUNTAINS by Shannon Hitchcock Join Shannon and me as we chat about her book SHE SANG FOR THE MOUNTAINS, the Story of Singer, Songwriter, Activist Jean Ritchie. We talk about what inspired her to write this book -- and three...

Do you know what a mountain dulcimer is? Ever been to Kentucky? Enjoy folk music? Then this episode of #PBJamz with Shannon Hitchcock is definitely for you! Check it out here: www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/she-s...

STOMPIN' AT THE SAVOY with Moira Donohue What a fun conversation with Moira! Y'all come on in and check it out! This book is full of amazing facts and great stories! Moira packed this conversation full of great writing tips. It's a master...

What was the significance of the BATTLE OF THE BANDS at the Savoy Ballroom to a drummer/band leader like Chick Webb? Come check out the latest #PBJamz & find that out and more! #Edusky, I've linked up loads of resources, writing prompts and tips for teaching! www.tonnyefletcher.com/pbjamz/stomp...