Review "Little Pencil Finds His Forever Friends is a beautifully illustrated rhyming picture book that brings to life the learning tools in an early childhood classroom. Author Christine Calabrese draws on her years of experience as an educator to create the tale of Little Pencil in such a way that early readers will be intrigued by the storyline while educators will appreciate the many lesson hidden inside." Dian Prestwich, PhDLecturer/Academic Program Associate University of Kansas"Christine Calabrese is a teacher's teacher. She continues to hone her skills as a master teacher and has earned the respect of many esteemed educators." Sue Dickson - George Washington Teacher's Medal from Freedom's Foundation, and her curriculum Sing, Spell, Read & Write, Published by Pearson Learning, won the Teachers' Choice Award from Learning Magazine in 2005. In 2007, The National Right to Read Foundation awarded Sue the Patric Groff Lifetime Achievement Award. About the Author Christine Calabrese grew up with her three siblings on Long Island's North Shore, where she enjoyed running, swimming, climbing and playing outdoors. Her father, who was a great storyteller, captivated her imagination each night with his original bedtime tales, while summer sleep away camp further expanded her ability to spin a tale. Christine is an award-winning educator with a passionate desire to help children navigate the wonderful world of learning. She lives with her forever friend and loving husband, John, who is also her editor. When not writing, she loves automobile outings, nature walks, horseback riding, dogs, cooking, tutoring, teacher training, exercise, singing, country & rock music, prayer, and laughter with good friends.
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