Over 80 coaching sessions last year, and I couldn't be more honored or proud to work with all you talented writers and illustrators. Your creativity, passion, and talent give me so much hope! Hope for our industry, our children, and... Continue Reading →
In celebration of Valentine's Day and the release of my newest book, "Worm and Butterfly are Friends Always," here is a set of printable cards to share. More activities HERE! Valentine's Worm and ButterflyDownload
My initial thoughts on Mattel's newest doll. Comment with your thoughts. As a child, I loved to line up my dolls by size, color, texture, or personality, and I loved chewing on their hair or feet, even though it made... Continue Reading →
It's here! It's finally here! "Worm and Butterfly are Friends Always" is my sweet sixteenth book and the Kirkus Star-reviewed sequel to the Geisel Honor Winning "Worm and Caterpillar are Friends." I hope you'll pick up a copy at your... Continue Reading →
Picture book characters as zodiac signs. Do you agree? Who would you add? I had a ton of fun coming up with these, and big shout-out to Chandler Tarot, who helped with lots of great suggestions. If you don't know... Continue Reading →
Join me and Stan Yan as we talk about the creation process for WORM AND BUTTERFLY ARE FRIENDS ALWAYS. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDe6vtojp4o Pick up your signed copies at Boulder Bookstore: https://boulderbookstore.net/SignedKazWindness Activities and more here: https://kazwindness.blog/2022/12/22/media-kit-worm-and-caterpillar-are-friends/
This New Year's baby brought great news! "When You Love a Book" is a Blue Ribbon selection for the 2026 Dolly Parton Imagination Library and landing in mailboxes next month! Look for availability at Imagination Library HERE. Activities and other... Continue Reading →
What's your definition of success? This is mine. I cannot express how big an honor this is. Thank you for making my children's books and my art a part of your life (and skin). The only thing bigger for me... Continue Reading →
"Squid in Pants" got a nice write-up in Elizabeth (Betsy) Bird's 2025 SLJ 31 Day roundup of recommended books in the category of rhyming picture books. Full article is here: https://afuse8production.slj.com/2025/12/05/31-days-31-lists-2025-rhyming-picture-books/ Review text is below! SQUID IN PANTS resources are... Continue Reading →
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