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A special Note for Parents, caregivers, and educators:

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but how often do we think about the value of a single word? A word can ignite the imagination and invite the question, “What does that mean?” For me, that word was “prudent.” I grew up on a 250-acre farm in the middle of farm country. My grandmother had an impressive vocabulary and often used words that I didn’t recognize. I would ask her what they meant and, for some reason, “prudent” stuck with me. Big words can have a big impact. That’s why I include obscure, challenging, or older words in my writing. These words empower kids to ask questions and think beyond a level. My hope is that some of these quirky little gems will stick with them forever.

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