LIGHTS ALIVE! Why Telling Your Story Matters

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Guest post by author Laura Geringer Bass. There is a scene in my new middle grade novel, The Girl with More than One Heart, that is based on a real life parent conference I had once with my son’s kindergarten teacher. I called the chapter “Lights Alive” which is the... Read more

Laura Geringer Bass, The Girl With More Than One Heart (Abrams)

“We Need to Help Our Kids.” Laura Geringer Bass on The Girl With More Than One Heart

Posted in: Author Voices, For Educators

First Book talked to author Laura Geringer Bass about her latest book, The Girl With More Than One Heart (Abrams), and her extensive work with young people. See what she had to say about dealing with grief, witnessing tragedy, and encouraging young people to share their stories. *** First Book:... Read more

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