Bio:

Qualifications
*B.S. Early Childhood Education
*Member SCBWI
*Taught first grade for 12 years. I understand the mind of the young child as well as their developmental abilities.
*Volunteer children's church curriculum creator--I have been writing lesson plans, activities and stories for PreK-5th grade for 3 years.

Current position
*Currently writing children’s curriculum for Augsburg Fortress Publishing House
*Retired teacher (taught first grade for 12 years)
*Volunteer children's church curriculum creator--I have been writing lesson plans, activities and stories for PreK-5th grade for 3 years.
*Freelance writer

Publications
I have self-published a book titled, Ponder Learns to be Thankful; a post-Katrina tale of a pampered child learning compassion for his less fortunate neighbors and gratefulness for all God has blessed his family with. This book has been well-received with young children. Many want to read and reread the book every night! Check out my website for customer comments.
I have several other books and projects in the works.
I love to write in rhyme, even though most people warn against it. But I tend to think in rhyme. I'm a singer and have written several songs, so maybe that is where the poetry tendency comes from!
I collect rocks--hence the odd email address.

Writer
Full Member
Member since 2010
Region: Oklahoma

Contact Information

Email:  iluvrocksmj@yahoo.com
Website:  http://www.marlajoneswriter.vpweb.com

Published In Children's Market: Yes