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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

WHEET, WHEET!! Who Is Singing? has a new StoryWalk in Potter Park, Lansing, MI! The book's pages run along the river trail in the park outside the zoo. Who Is Singing? is available at bookstores off and online. @potterparkzoo.bsky.social #StoryWalk #kidlit www.janethalfmannauthor.com/who-is-singing

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Come chat children's books with me at the Makers Market of Stonewood Village Sat Sept 26, 10 to 4 in Brookfield, WI. I'lll be signing Who Is Singing? and lots more. Great time to get gifts for the holidays and baby showers, & meet lots of wonderful vendors! #kidlit www.janethalfmannauthor.com

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

So thankful that the American Birding Association gave a shout-out to Who Is Singing? in the Sept issue of its BIRDING magazine! Brandylane Publishers/Belle Isle Books #kidlit #birding www.janethalfmannauthor.com/who-is-singing

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Fantastic Who Is Singing? review by Librarian & Author @marylannireads.bsky.social: "Young readers will feel comfortable with the book from the very first pages, settling into the story and becoming bold enough to try the sounds." #kidlit #birds www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Wow! What a fantastic book review for Who Is Singing? from @tcbrbookreview.bsky.social! So thankful! Available at bookstores on and offline. #kitlit www.janethalfmannauthor.com/who-is-singing

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Great review by @tcbrbookreview.bsky.social: "fantastic introductory guide and teaching tool for budding young naturalists, and the delightful rhythm and interactive design make it an excellent choice for a lively bedtime read or classroom read-aloud." www.thechildrensbookreview.com/who-is-singi...

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Who Is Singing? | Book Review

An interactive guessing-game picture book that introduces young naturalists to twelve common birds through their distinct auditory calls.

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Wow! What a great review of Who Is Singing? from Midwest Book Review! Available at bookstores on and offline in hardcover, paperback, e-book, and audio book!

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Just read a terrific picture book all about WI cheese by fellow WI author @sabwriter.bsky.social. Read all about the book here: wisconsinhistory.org/research/our...

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Midwest Book Reviews loves Who Is Singing? "An original and fun read from start to finish, 'Who is Singing?' . . . is an informative introduction to birds and how they communicate. Exceptional and unreservedly recommended." @brandylane.bsky.social #kidlit

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Fun new @librarything.com review: "My daughter loved the illustrations and practicing the different bird sounds. Pretending to be a bird is a current favorite pastime so this was great for her." @brandylane.bsky.social

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

10,000 BIRDS loves Who Is Singing? "This book is a good fit as an initial guide to bird identification by sound, with its mnemonic phrases that serve as an easy entry into the joys of birdwatching." @brandylane.bsky.social www.10000birds.com/who-is-singi...

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Who is Singing? A KidLit Bird Book Review

For children’s author Janet Halfmann, birds and birdsong has always been a part of her life. Growing up on a farm in Michigan in the US, her family had a wren house atop the clothesline.

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

NEW 5-STAR REVIEW: "As a therapist, I know that spending time outdoors is a tonic for mental health for all ages. Janet Halfmann's book, "Who Is Singing?" gives adults an excuse to take their young ones on a walk or to the park." —Susan Twiggs @brandylane.bsky.social #kidlit

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Excited about being back in my long-time community of South Milwaukee Sunday July 19 signing and selling my children's books as part of the Friends of Grant Park Art Fair. I'll have my new book Who Is Singing? plus many others. Looking forward to chatting with you!

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

5-STAR @goodreads review for "Who Is Singing? "An important and fun book to encourage families to listen closely and sing along!" Thanks to award-winning children's author @sabwriter.bsky.social for this delightful review! Shopping links here: www.janethalfmannauthor.com/who-is-singing

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

5 STARS for Who Is Singing? "This lovely picture book is a colorful, melodic journey with feathered friends. I especially enjoyed learning more bird facts in the back, many of which surprised me—an avid birder. Bright illustrations and fun bird reveals!"—Author Samantha Cora @brandylane.bsky.social

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Short but right-on 5-star take on Who Is Singing? from @librarything.com reviewer: "This little book about bird sounds had me listening a bit more closely to what I could hear on my walk this morning. Very cute!" @brandylane.bsky.social #kidlit

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Come chat children's books with me this Sunday June 28, 10-2, at the Deer Market Farmers Market outdoors at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. See you there.

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Yay! Who Is Singing is featured as a "NEW AND NOTEWORTHY BOOK for SUMMER 2026" by the Valley Forge Audubon Society! Available at bookstores off and online. valleyforgeaudubon.org/new-and-note...

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Perfect outdoorsy review from Bookworm for Kids on this longest day of summer! "Nature lovers and bird fans receive a playful look at several species of birds and their distinct songs."#kidlit www.bookwormforkids.com/2026/06/who-...

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Who Is Singing? by Janet Halfmann

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Who Is Singing part of GET 3 FOR THE PRICE F 2 DEAL right now. www.amazon.com/Who-Singing-...

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Joyful for this new Who Is Singing? review from @wordsoftheearth.bsky.social! "By the final page, readers may find themselves doing exactly what the book hopes they will do: stepping outside, listening carefully, and wondering which bird is singing nearby." wordsoftheearth.com/2026/06/15/b...

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Fun day at the Tosa Farmers Market! Festive crowd & wonderful vendors. Many loved the cardinal stuffy singing near my new book Who Is Singing? so here's the details: It's the Wild Republic Audubon Birds Northern Cardinal Plush with authentic bird sound: www.amazon.com/dp/B01CK6IFN...

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Come chat children's books with me at the Tosa Farmers Market in the heart of Tosa this Sat June 13, 8-12. I'll be signing and selling my new book Who Is Singing? and many others. This Sat's market will be under the bridge by The Little Red Store. See you there!

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

"If you and small children you know love birding, or just enjoy listening to or watching birds, this is a delightful read-aloud book introducing the activity. I loved how the choice of words mimicked the birdcalls so well." — Christine DeSmet, Author and Writing Instructor/Coach

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Fun day outdoors yesterday at the Oak Creek Farmers Market. Lots of wonderful kids and adults stopping by to chat children's books and writing plus amazing fellow vendors. Thanks so much to everyone who made the event possible. #kidlit www.janethalfmannauthor.com

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Join me for Who Is Singing? story time 10 am Sat May 16 near my booth in the center of the square at the Oak Creek Farmer's Market, Drexel Town Square.

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

"ENCHANTING, FUN, AND EDUCATIONAL! What an enchanting book to encourage children to get outside and listen for birdsong! The beautiful illustrations and fun text — which mimics the calls of each featured bird — will delight readers of all ages." —author Valerie Biel #kidlit #birder

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Lovely new review! "Who is Singing? takes you on a leisurely stroll while you listen with your heart. The author describes the soft cooing of the pigeon as well as the sharp caws of the crow . . . Every page . . . helps nature come alive . . ."—children's author Kathy Waldvogel

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

So thankful to the New York Public Schools for listing Midnight Teacher: Lilly Ann Granderson and her Secret School as a recommended read during their May Teacher Appreciation Week! @leeandlow.bsky.social www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/new...

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Thankful for this Who Is Singing? review by author Barbara M Britton! "What a fun and educational book. Children. . .will enjoy learning the call of common birds they hear every day. . . The length is just right, and the pictures make recognizing birds easy. . .A win-win-winner."

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Teacher's new 5-star review of Who Is Singing? "This sweet book is a great way to share nature and a love of reading with kids. They will enjoy the colorful illustrations and mimicking the bird songs with each turn of the page." #kidlit www.amazon.com/Who-Singing-...?

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Who is Singing?

Who is Singing? [Halfmann, Janet, Chabot, Chrissy] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Who is Singing?

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Perfect Grandma MOTHER'S DAY GIFT. GRANDMA IS A SLOWPOKE features a grandma-granddaughter walk, with grandma making sure they see all the animal goings-on around them—& a fun granddaughter surprise at the end! A STEAL at $7.11 hardcover on Amazon. #mothersday www.amazon.com/Grandma-Slow...?

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Grandma Is a Slowpoke

Grandma Is a Slowpoke [Halfmann, Janet] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Grandma Is a Slowpoke

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Such a wonderful day at TOSA Locally Made Spring Pop-Up yesterday. I just love talking with all these book lovers, and we sold lots of my books and my grandson's handmade bookmarks. Huge thanks to all the organizers and my family for their help.

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Come chat children's books at TOSA Locally Made Spring Pop-Up May 2, 2026, 10-3. I'll have my newly released Who Is Singing just in time for spring, my popular Grandma Is a Slowpoke about cherishing nature & those you love, perfect for Grandmas Mother's Day, & many books for kids summer reading!

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Fun video/trailer announcing the release of Who Is Singing? from Brandylane Publishers! Enjoy! #kidlit #birdwatching #birdsounds bookshop.org/p/books/who-... www.amazon.com/Who-Singing-...? www.barnesandnoble.com/w/who-is-sin... www.walmart.com/ip/Who-is-Si...

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Excited to be at Rock the Green's 15th Annual Earth Day Celebration with my newly released Who Is Singing? book and more this Sat April 25, 12-3, Harley Museum grounds, 400 W Canal, Milwaukee. #earthday

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

HAPPPY BOOK BIRTHDAY to Who Is Singing?—a celebration of birdsong and a first guide to birds. Take an extra moment to listen to the bird chorus today! www.janethalfmannauthor.com/who-is-singing Brandylane Publishers/Belle Isle Books #EarthDay #EarthDay2026

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Excited to be signing and selling my children's books Sat April 25, 12-3, at the Rock the Green 15th Annual Earth Day Celebration, Harley Museum, 400 W. Canal. Will have my new book Who Is Singing? & looking forward to talking to lots of book lovers! #earthday www.rockthegreen.com/earth-day-2026

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

SNEAK PEEK TIME! Here's a quick look inside Who Is Singing? releasing April 21. Can't wait for kids and adults to enjoy learning bird songs. Available for preorder now. @brandylane.bsky.social bookshop.org/p/books/who-... www.amazon.com/Who-Singing-...? www.walmart.com/ip/Who-is-Si...

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Yay! Who Is Singing has arrived! This celebration of birdsong & first guide to birds releases April 21. Available for preorder from bookstores on & offline. bookshop.org/.../who-is...... www.barnesandnoble.com/.../who-is...... www.walmart.com/ip/Who-is-Si... www.amazon.com/Who.../dp/19....

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Hope my picture books will hop into Easter baskets this Sunday! Available at most bookstores off and online. bookshop.org/beta-search?... www.amazon.com/s?k=janet+ha... www.walmart.com/search?q=jan... www.barnesandnoble.com/s/janet%20ha...

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

YAY!! Just in time for spring, WHO IS SINGING? is releasing April 21, 2026—& can be PRE-ORDERD NOW at bookstores off and online. It's a celebration of birds & their songs that will have kids (and adults) recognizing familiar birds in no time! #kidlit www.janethalfmannauthor.com/who-is-singing

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

A LOOK INSIDE THE CLOTHESLINE CODE: For #womenshistorymonth, I'm showcasing 2 amazing women I've written about. One is Lucy Ann Walker, a formerly enslaved woman who with husband Dabney, spied for the Union during the Civil War. Widely sold in bookstores on & offline. www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHNa...

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A look inside The Clothesline Code

YouTube video by Janet Halfmann

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Janet Halfmann—Children's Author @janethalfmann.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

A LOOK INSIDE MIDNIGHT TEACHER. During #womenshistorymonth, I'm proud to showcase 2 amazing women who I've written about. First is Lilly Ann Granderson, an enslaved woman who ran a secret school from midnight till 2. Widely available at bookstores on & offline. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tf94...

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A look inside Midnight Teacher

YouTube video by Janet Halfmann

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