Signings and Events:

May 4 & 5, 2009
International Reading Association Convention
Minneapolis, MN
reading.org

June 22 & 23, 2009
St. Cloud Children's Literature Workshop
St. Cloud, MN
7:00 PM
web.stcloudstate.edu/clw/

July 13, 2009
I Teach K!
National Kindergarten Teacher Conference
Las Vegas, NV
sde.com/iteachk

Use Your Imagination!
Classes at The Loft
for children & teens
3 separate sessions:
June 22 - July 3 (13 - 17)
Aug. 3 - 7 (6 - 8)
Aug. 10 - 14 (6 - 8)
Minneapolis, MN
loft.org

August 20, 2009
Wild Rumpus Books
Ride the trolley in your PJ's!!
Minneapolis, MN
wildrumpusbooks.com

September 12, 2009
Target Children's Book Festival
Hyland Lake Park Reserve
Bloomington, MN
10:30 AM

September 12, 2009
Children's Book Festival
Anderson Center
Red Wing, MN
12:30 - 5:00
andersoncenter.org

Sept. 25 - October 25, 2009
World Premier of I LIKE ME! at
Stages Theatre Company!
Hopkins, MN
stagestheatre.org

Harriets Birthday


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Nancys Neighborhood Welcome

New! It's time to THINK HAPPY!
Think Happy!

When you think happy, anything can happen! You can cheer yourself up in lots of ways. Try being friendly to someone in need of a friend. Do something you think is fun, like riding a bike or putting on a show. Keep thinking happy thoughts. And even when you don't feel lovable, remember that you are loved by many people.

"This book will become a classic for your child when they need a mental boost to lift their spirits and allow happiness back into their life. I give this book a high-five for the good feelings it gave me!"
- Stories For Children Magazine

"As in SMILE A LOT! (2002), Frog and his friends look on the bright side, and Carlson teaches lessons about positive thinking with humor..."
- Booklist
New! Henry And The Valentine Surprise
Henry's Amazing Imagination

What's the surprise?

Just before Valentine's Day, Henry and his classmates discover mysterious heart-shaped box on their teacher Mr. McCarthy's desk.
Who's it for?
As the students spy on Mr. McCarthy, they see him talking to the playground monitor, smiling at the lunch lady, and eating with the French teacher!

How many girlfriends does Mr. McCarthy have?
When Henry finally asks Mr. McCarthy just who that heart-shaped box is for - the class gets a big Valentine's Day surprise!

"Nancy's trademark humorous text and candy-colored illustrations showcase just how sweet Valentine's Day can be!"
- Viking

"Told with mounting suspense, this mystery has a delightful and satisfying conclusion."
- School Library Journal

"Carlson's familiar characters provide a sweetly thought-provoking Valentine interlude for the early-elementary set."
- Kirkus Reviews
Henry's Amazing Imagination

2008 Minnesota Book Awards Finalist!
Blast off with Henry !!...

"Using brightly colored illustrations and a laugh-out-loud text, Nancy Carlson shows creative minds how they can use their own amazing imaginations."
- Viking

"... entertainment is where it's at. Carlson's point is wrapped in sly humor and emphatic colors, giving cues as to how a time-honored brand of story telling - the great tall tale - ought to be delivered. Readers will realize... that brightening someone's day with a stretch of the imagination is a gift."
- Kirkus Reviews



Nancy


Fan Favorites

I Like Me
"Inspiring for young and old."

"Everyone should have a copy of this book."

"The best book ever."

"Toddlers love it."

"Great for boosting self esteem."


Look Out Kindergarten
"Great for kids entering kindergarten."

"Resonates with preschoolers."

"I am a kindergarten teacher and my students love reading this book."

"Nancy Carlson does a wonderful job!"

"I highly recommend it!"


Smile A Lot
"Excellent advice."

"An awesome book to show kids that there is a way to get through difficult situations. I highly recommend this book."

"It is great for children and even adults to remember to smile alot!"

"Great book!!"


ABC I Like Me
"If you like I Like Me! by Nancy Carlson, then you will love ABC I Like Me!"

"A great way to build a child's self-esteem, while teaching them the alphabet."

"My son really loves this book."

"Great for small children of all ages!"

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