# #kids (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover #kids. Page: Feed: --- ## [Community Book Drive Benefiting Read and Feed, Cary, NC](https://tomekobrownbooks.blogspot.com/2026/06/community-book-drive-benefiting-read.html) _2026-06-17 · Tomeko Brown · Moving Notes Books / Tomeko Brown_ Mark your calendars!! Monday, June 22nd throughout July 22nd we are having a Children's Book Drive at Brecotea Cary located at 1144 Kildaire Farm Rd benefiting Read and Feed !! As a parent, youth literacy is something I hold close to my heart. When a child has access to books, their knowledge expands, their confidence grows, and their ability to dream increases. That is why I am proud to partner… ## [Craft, Book Reading & Perseverance in Action -Join author Tomeko Brown for a special school-age program at Eva Perry Regional Library!](https://tomekobrownbooks.blogspot.com/2026/03/craft-book-reading-perseverance-in.html) _2026-03-04 · Tomeko Brown · Moving Notes Books / Tomeko Brown_ Tomeko Brown at Eva Perry Regional Library March 30, 2026 | 5:00–5:45 PM | Apex, NC Join author Tomeko Brown for a special school-age program at Eva Perry Regional Library! Children in grades 3–5 will: Meet the author of An Instrument for Florenda Explore themes of perseverance and community Learn how stories connect to real life Create a fun Perler bead instrument craft This interactive program… ## [As Featured in Parents.com](https://tomekobrownbooks.blogspot.com/2026/03/lessons-on-supporting-families-as.html) _2026-03-02 · Tomeko Brown · Moving Notes Books / Tomeko Brown_ I recently shared insight on how aunts and uncles can meaningfully support parents and strengthen family bonds. Community plays an important role in raising confident children something I deeply believe in as both a mother and author. Join in the conversation here: What Aunts and Uncles Can Do to Actually Help Parents ## [An Instrument for Florenda Hits #87 on Amazon…](https://tomekobrownbooks.blogspot.com/2025/10/an-instrument-for-florenda-hits-87-on.html) _2025-10-02 · Tomeko Brown · Moving Notes Books / Tomeko Brown_ Thank you to everyone who helped make this happen. Grab your copy today!! An Instrument for Florenda: Brown, Tomeko, Smallwood, Christopher, Kim, YoungJu: 9798218513450: Amazon.com: Books ## [Chatting with Charlie Simon: Writing for Kids, An Instrument for Florenda & Believing in Yourself](https://tomekobrownbooks.blogspot.com/2025/09/chatting-with-charlie-simon-writing-for.html) _2025-09-11 · Tomeko Brown · Moving Notes Books / Tomeko Brown_ I had such a great time being interviewed by 12-year-old Charlie Simon on Between the Lines! Her questions were thoughtful, fun, and reminded me why I love writing for kids. We talked about An Instrument for Florenda, the power of perseverance, and how stories can help kids believe in themselves. Listen now: ## [Featured in The Bump parenting article](https://tomekobrownbooks.blogspot.com/2025/09/building-community-through-experience.html) _2025-09-07 · Tomeko Brown · Moving Notes Books / Tomeko Brown_ I’m honored to be quoted in The Bump about my experience using the hospital nursery after my daughter’s birth. Read the full article and my reflections here. https://www.thebump.com/a/what-are-the-different-types-of-nurseries-in-the-hospital ## [🎶 Author featured in Wake County library collection 🎶](https://tomekobrownbooks.blogspot.com/2025/09/moment-of-harmony-and-honor.html) _2025-09-06 · Tomeko Brown · Moving Notes Books / Tomeko Brown_ I’m thrilled to share that my book, An Instrument for Florenda (Second Edition), has joined the JFIC Stand Alone Collection at Wake County Public Libraries—alongside beloved titles like Wonder . To be part of a collection that celebrates stories with heart and lasting impact is deeply humbling. Florenda’s journey—from dreaming of a clarinet to finding her voice through music—is a reflection of… ## [Children’s Book writing Resources](https://tomekobrownbooks.blogspot.com/2025/04/childrens-book-writing-resources.html) _2025-04-22 · Tomeko Brown · Moving Notes Books / Tomeko Brown_ FREE EVENT! THE SECRET LIVES OF PICTURE BOOKS-Society for Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators British Isles -Mon 28 Apr 2025 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM BST The Secret Lives of Picture Books – SCBWI . ## [Juvenile Fiction Book Celebrates Music, Community, and Courage—Now Available](https://tomekobrownbooks.blogspot.com/2025/03/juvenile-fiction-book-celebrates-music.html) _2025-03-04 · Tomeko Brown · Moving Notes Books / Tomeko Brown_ An Instrument for Florenda Second Edition Brown, Tomeko and Smallwood, Christopher and Kim, YoungJu Buy Now Tomeko Brown/Moving Notes Books tomekobrownauthor@outlook.com tomekobrownbooks@blogspot.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Juvenile Fiction Book Celebrates Music, Community, and Courage—Launching During Music in Schools Month A heartwarming story about a young girl finding her place in a new school… ## [Reach prospects with real signals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/SwxUhTsXQ0MO) _2025-03-04 · **Sponsored**_ Find prospects talking about your problem and get context-backed moments to engage ## [An Instrument for Florenda Crossword Puzzle](https://tomekobrownbooks.blogspot.com/2025/02/an-instrument-for-florenda-crossword.html) _2025-02-20 · Tomeko Brown · Moving Notes Books / Tomeko Brown_ Coming March 4, 2025 An Instrument for Florenda (2nd Edition) Enjoy this free crossword puzzle