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Debra Collins

@thewritedebrac.bsky.social

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School psychologist, children's author rep'd by @JenNewens; SEL PB blogger. Co-author, S.T.O.P. and Relax therapeutic yoga curriculum. Website: www.thewritedebracollins.com @ChildrensBookAc; #SCBWI; #RYS, @writeforkids Insider Coaching Club.

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Debra Collins @thewritedebrac.bsky.social · 11h

My October spotlight post, "Can a Child Change the World?" illuminates a brand-new picture book perfect for the upcoming Dia de los Muertos (Nov 2). MARIACHI IS FOR ME! models a colorful, musical growth-mindset journey. #PictureBooks #SEL #KidLit www.thewritedebracollins.com/spotlights-b...

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Debra Collins @thewritedebrac.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Today I was at an outdoor cafe for lunch. A woman came by, carrying a paper grocery bag. As she passed, she reached into the bag and pulled out a long-stemmed white rose, which she gave to me...for no reason! She just smiled and walked on, giving people roses. Here's the rose. Share the joy!

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Debra Collins @thewritedebrac.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

My November blog post, "Common Ground," spotlights THE FORT by Laura Perdew. From conflict to community, a shout-out to @lmperdew.bsky.social #PictureBook #KidLit #SEL Here's the link: www.thewritedebracollins.com/spotlights-b...

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Debra Collins @thewritedebrac.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

My September blog, "I See Myself in You," suggests picture books offer wisdom for adults, not only children. It features A MOON FOR MOE AND MOE (Jane Breskin Zalben, Mehrdokt Amini) and THAT FLAG (Tameka Fryer Brown, Nikkolas Smith). #PIctureBooks #SEL www.thewritedebracollins.com/spotlights-b...

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Debra Collins @thewritedebrac.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Time for my happy dance! My debut picture book is announced! SCAT, CAT! A Story of MItzvahs, forthcoming from Kar-Ben, illustrated by Billie Michaels. #KidLit #PictureBooks #JewishJoy

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Debra Collins @thewritedebrac.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Who else is enjoying March On with Mentor Texts? Thanks for hosting this, #RYS, @literallylynne.bsky.social

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Debra Collins @thewritedebrac.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Hooray for #50PreciousWords 2025! Sharing my post here, as well. There's still time to enter, until 11:59pm ET tonight, 3/3! viviankirkfield.com/2025/03/02/5...

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Debra Collins @thewritedebrac.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

Since April, I've been spotlighting picture books with social-emotional themes (I'm a school psychologist) - some with Jewish themes as well (because I am). Monthly, at www.thewritedebracollins.com/spotlights-blog and at childrensbookacademy.weebly.com/blogfish #kidlit #picturebooks #SEL

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Debra Collins @thewritedebrac.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

Anxiety taught me to practice relaxation and meditation. These habits have enriched everything, including my writing and work as a psychologist. I keep notes I call "No Expectations." Here's the first one.

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