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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

What would YOU take apart to understand how it works? A toy? A bike? A word? A big problem? 👀 #TakeItApart by #KateyHowes invites young readers to get curious, ask questions, and discover how breaking things down can lead to new ideas and solutions. #KidLit #PictureBooks

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

It’s #MathStorytellingDay! Celebrate the joy of learning with #KateyHowes’ #TheReindeerRemainders, a playful story that brings math to life through reindeer, problem-solving, and plenty of fun. Because sometimes, the best way to learn math is through a good story! #KidLit

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Math isn’t just about numbers—it can be a story! The Reindeer Remainders by Katey Howes shows how storytelling can help children make sense of mathematical ideas while encouraging curiosity, problem-solving, and joyful learning. What’s your favorite way to make math fun?

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Take It Apart is recommended by Geo Librarian! The review celebrates Katey Howes’ joyful rhymes and Elizabet Vuković’s playful illustrations, noting how the book shows young readers that breaking things down can help them understand and explore the world around them.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Another wonderful feature for #TakeItApart! @crackingthecovr praises #KateyHowes’ book for showing young readers how breaking things down can make problem-solving clearer and how much fun it can be along the way. Full review: www.crackingthecover.com/28801/take-i... #KidLit #PictureBooks

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

What happens when reindeer need to share? The Reindeer Remainders by Katey Howes turns math into a playful story, helping young readers explore division, sharing, and remainders in a way that feels fun and relatable.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

This #WorldLiteracyDay, celebrate the power of stories to help children discover, imagine, and connect with the world around them. #KateyHowes’ #WheretheDeerSlipThrough invites young readers into nature through lyrical language, rhythm, and rhyme.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

We’re thrilled to see Take It Apart featured in Sincerely Stacie’s Summer Read-to-Learn series! The review highlights how Katey Howes’ rhyming picture book encourages kids to get curious, use their hands, ask questions, and discover how things work.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Honoring Katey Howes’ lasting impact through the next generation of storytellers. BE A MAKER Scholarship recipient Jennifer Walker shared her passion for helping kids find their voices and her commitment to carrying Katey’s legacy forward.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

A successful launch celebration for Katey Howes’ Take It Apart! On August 12, readers, families, authors, and the kidlit community gathered at Newtown Bookshop to celebrate this wonderful book. Katey’s legacy continues through her stories and the young readers they inspire.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

What's something YOU love to take apart (and hopefully put back together)? Tell us in the comments! Then grab a copy of "Take It Apart" by Katey Howes, out now, and start your own investigation station. kateyhowes.com/books/take-i...

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Teachers & librarians, this one's for you! Take It Apart ties beautifully into STEM units, recycling/sustainability lessons, and even math and spelling practice. Pair it with our free curriculum guide (link below) for ready-to-go classroom activities!

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Know someone who loves weaving, knitting, quilting, or other fiber arts? Woven of the World reminds us that the world's beauty comes from many unique threads woven together. A meaningful read for the young reader in their life—or for themselves.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

If you loved "Be a Maker," meet its companion book! "Take It Apart" carries forward the same maker-spirit, celebrating curiosity, hands-on problem-solving, and the joy of figuring out how things work. Same energy, new adventure. Grab both together!

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Looking to build a calming nightly reading routine? "Where the Deer Slip Through" moves gently from sunrise to moonrise — a natural, soothing shape for a book that closes out the day right alongside your little one. Get your copy: kateyhowes.com/books/where-...

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

At its heart, Woven of the World celebrates the idea that the world's beauty comes from our differences, not our sameness. Each culture, tradition, and person adds a unique thread to a shared tapestry, creating something richer and more beautiful together. 🧵🌎

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Join us in celebrating Katey Howes and the release of her latest book, Take It Apart! 📍 Newtown Bookshop 🗓️ Aug. 12 | 6:30 PM Featuring author Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen + a fun STEM activity with Alison Green Myers! Celebrate Katey’s books, creativity & joy of making

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

FREE RESOURCE ALERT! A free educator & family curriculum guide for "Take It Apart" is now available on Katey Howes' website! Packed with STEM activities, discussion questions, and hands-on "investigation station" ideas inspired by the book.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Some books are made for reading across generations. The quiet, lilting pace of "Where the Deer Slip Through" makes it a lovely one for grandparents to share with grandchildren, a slow, cozy story built for laps and bedtime visits. Get your copy: kateyhowes.com/books/where-...

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

🎉 IT'S RELEASE DAY! Take It Apart by Katey Howes, illustrated by Elizabet Vuković, is out now! 🔧 We're honored to celebrate with Katey's daughter, Elfia, holding a copy of her mom's newest book, a beautiful reminder that Katey's stories continue to inspire young readers.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Curiosity begins with a simple question: What happens if we take it apart? Reserve your copy today! #TakeItApart #KateyHowes #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #PreOrder #ReadAloud #KidsBooks

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Describe Rissy No Kissies in ONE word. We'll go first: Respect. Now it's your turn! What's the first word that comes to mind after reading (or hearing about) this heartwarming story? Drop it in the comments! ⬇️

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

The countdown is on! ⏳ Just 15 days until Take It Apart by Katey Howes, illustrated by Elizabet Vuković, arrives! A playful picture book celebrating creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving—one small piece at a time. Who's excited? 📚 #TakeItApart #PictureBooks #KidsBooks

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Happy #WorldListeningDay! 🌿 Slow down and listen—to nature, to others, and to the quiet moments around you. Where the Deer Slip Through by Katey Howes reminds us there's so much to discover when we truly pay attention. What will you listen to today?

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

Let's play a quick game! Finish this sentence: "Kindness means..." We'll start: "...listening when someone tells us what makes them feel comfortable." Complete the sentence in the comments! ⬇️

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

What happens when curiosity leads the way? Take It Apart celebrates the young thinkers, makers, and problem-solvers who learn by exploring how things work. A STEM-inspired picture book that encourages children to ask questions, investigate, and discover. Coming Summer 2026!

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

From Katey’s lyrical text to Beth Krommes' breathtaking illustrations, this beloved picture book continues to captivate young readers with its gentle celebration of wildlife and the changing rhythms of a summer day.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Big problems. Small pieces. Endless possibilities. Katey Howes' Take It Apart shows young readers how breaking things down can help us learn, create, repair, recycle, and discover new solutions. Arriving August 4, 2026. #TakeItApart #KateyHowes #STEMBooks #KidLit

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Explore how weaving appears in cultures around the world. Connect to the idea that weaving is both an art form and a way of preserving culture across generations.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Create your own summer hedge scene. Draw a gap in a fence or bush and imagine which animals pass through in June. Add details like flowers, insects, and warm weather clues. #JuneReflections #SummerLearning #HiddenNature #NatureImagination #OutdoorInspiration #EarlySummerVibes

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Create a paper weaving project using strips of colored paper. Each strip represents a part of you: -family -traditions -hobbies -favorite places -hopes for the future When woven together, the craft becomes a visual metaphor for identity. Finish with this sentence: “I am woven from…”

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Happy National Children's Day! 💙 Rissy No Kissies celebrates an important message every child deserves to hear: it's okay to have personal boundaries, and it's important to respect the boundaries of others.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Go outside this June and look for “animal clues”, paths in grass, bird calls, insects, or shadows in trees. Draw what you think is happening just out of sight, like the animals slipping through the hedge in the story.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Create a paper weaving project using strips of colored paper. Each strip represents a part of you: family traditions hobbies favorite places hopes for the future When woven together, the craft becomes a visual metaphor for identity. Finish with this sentence: “I am woven from…”

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

We're grateful to share that Take It Apart has received recognition from Kirkus Reviews, which called the book "an enthusiastic endorsement of learning through disassembly." We are honored to see Katey's work continue to inspire young readers, makers, and problem-solvers.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Can you find the hidden "in-between"? In Where the Deer Slip Through, the forest is more than just trees, it’s a world of secret corridors and quiet doorways. This book is a rhythmic, stunning guide to finding the magic that hides in plain sight.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

In a world that moves fast, Where the Deer Slip Through is a masterclass in the "Slow Look." The illustrations reward the patient reader. If you look closely at the edges of the forest floor, you’ll find that the deer aren't the only ones using those hidden paths.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Nature’s best disappearing act isn't a magic trick, it’s a deer in the brush! Where the Deer Slip Through is a stunning tribute to the mysteries of the wild and the joy of observation. A perfect addition to any nature lover’s bookshelf.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Ready to deconstruct? PRE-ORDERS ARE LIVE! 🛠️ You can now pre-order Take It Apart by Katey Howes, a brand-new rhyming adventure arriving Summer 2026! Secure your copy here: kateyhowes.com/books/take-i...

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

After reading The Reindeer Remainders, use a hula hoop or taped circle to show “making room”: 1️⃣ Squeeze: small group stands inside the circle 2️⃣ Remainder: one student stands outside 3️⃣ Shift: ask how to make space, then move to include them

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Have you ever been on a hike and felt like the forest was playing a game of hide-and-seek? Where the Deer Slip Through captures that quiet, breathless magic of spotting wildlife just before it vanishes.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Families come in all shapes, sizes, and comfort levels! On #InternationalDayOfFamilies, we’re celebrating the lesson in Rissy No Kissies: love is about respect.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

We’re honored to share early praise for Katey Howes’ upcoming picture book, Take It Apart. Publishers Weekly calls it “an inventive work” where “undoing gleams as a pathway to discovery".

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

In The Reindeer Remainders, the story shows that even when the math doesn't "even out", there is always a way to make room for everyone. Students can practice empathy by considering how to pivot their plans so that no one is left standing on the sidelines.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Breaking things down is a science. An art. Need solutions? Need answers? Just... Take It Apart! We are thrilled to reveal the cover for the newest picture book by Katey Howes, arriving Summer 2026! Get ready to see "breaking things" in a whole new light!

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Happy National Tell A Story Day! There’s no better way to celebrate than with Katey Howes’ Woven of the World. This beautifully illustrated picture book invites readers into a tapestry of stories, showing how every voice and experience connects us all. Pick it up and share a story today!

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Celebrate National Poetry Month with Where the Deer Slip Through! Activity: Pick something you notice, bird, leaf, shadow and turn it into a short poem. Share your verse and your observations! #NationalPoetryMonth #KateyHowes #WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #KidLit #PoetryForKids

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Today is World Creativity and Innovation Day! Celebrate the joy of making, imagining, and creating with Katey Howes’ Be a Maker. This inspiring picture book encourages kids to explore their ideas, take risks, and bring their own stories to life.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Take a Listening Walk with Where the Deer Slip Through! Activity: Hear the whispers of the world around you, birds, rustling leaves, distant footsteps and capture them in words, sketches, or poems. #WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #KateyHowes #MindfulKids #KidLit #NatureObservation

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

After reading The Reindeer Remainders, create a “feelings map” for each reindeer: 1️⃣ List key moments in the story. 2️⃣ Identify the emotion each reindeer might feel. 3️⃣ Draw or write a reflection for each feeling.

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