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Trudy Ludwig

@trudyludwig.bsky.social
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Hi there! I’m a kidlit author recruiting Kindness Warriors wherever I go. Yep. You could say I’m… Making a Difference in Kids’ Lives, One Book at a Time(R). www.trudyludwig.com

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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Hey PDX #picturebook lovers: there are only a few of Katherine Choppy Harrison & my author-signed books available at Green Bean Books!Also so many other wonderful #kidlit books worth checking out… and buying for the kids in your life😁!! #backtoschool #halloween
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Just some, definitely not all, of my favorite books for classrooms and family book shelves:-) What are a few of your favorites? #backtoschool #empathy #sel #compassion #inclusion
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Thank you, @judybradbury.bsky.social , for the great lesson plan and supplemental resources to go with my new story illustrated by Maribel Lechuga! I also appreciated being interviewed by you! 🙏🏼❤️
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Dr. Diane Jackson Schnoor @drdianeadventures.com · 24/08/2026
In Episode 203 @trudyludwig.bsky.social shares “empower tools” she teaches during school visits, age-appropriate strategies that help children set boundaries, walk away, seek support, use harmless humor, or change the subject when someone is being hurtful. www.buzzsprout.com/2019975/epis...
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Dr. Diane Jackson Schnoor @drdianeadventures.com · 26/08/2026
In Episode 203, @trudyludwig.bsky.social reminds us that beneath the labels and differences, we all want the same things: to feel valued, to be seen, and to have our voices heard. www.buzzsprout.com/2019975/epis... youtu.be/KW3AIeK5RhI?...
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Judy Bradbury #KidlitAuthor @judybradbury.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
With its focus on caring approaches to messy situations, A NOT SO PERFECT START by @trudyludwig.bsky.social illus by Maribel Lechuga is an oh so perfect read-aloud to begin the school yr. Interview & resources on Children’s Book Corner www.judybradbury.com/social-emoti.... #EduSky #KidLit #Libsky
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A Not So Perfect Start - Judy Bradbury
With its focus on caring approaches to messy situations, A Not So Perfect Start is an oh so perfect read-aloud to begin the school year.
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Rae Radford @raeradford.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Adorable…. #BookSky
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
A recent survey found that 92% of U.S. adults have delayed or avoided medical care due to high costs. Meanwhile, a new study from Yale estimates that Medicare for All would save over 114,000 lives and $1 trillion a year. If this country was truly “pro-life,” we would have universal healthcare.
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Dr. Diane Jackson Schnoor @drdianeadventures.com · 21/08/2026
In Episode 203 of the Adventures in Learning Podcast, we talk about anxiety, resilience, and the value of stories that offer comfort without offering a too-easy solution. That is one of the gifts of A Not So Perfect Start and so many of @trudyludwig.bsky.social’s other books as well. Links below.
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Dr. Diane Jackson Schnoor @drdianeadventures.com · 20/08/2026
Children need words for their big feelings. In Episode 203 @trudyludwig.bsky.social talks about the importance of helping children identify and name emotions, not to make feelings disappear, but to help kids understand that feelings are real, valid, and manageable. Listen to Episode 203. See below.
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kidsbookaday.bsky.social @kidsbookaday.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Share these books with kids going back to school to release them from perfectionist expectations! @trudyludwig.bsky.social @linahaldar.bsky.social kidsbookaday.com/2026/08/20/p...
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Perfectly imperfect
A Not So Perfect Start by Trudy Ludwig, illustrated by Maribel Lechuga (Knopf Books for Young Readers, 32 pages, ages 4-8). Thea’s starting school with some big feelings: excitement (to meet …
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Introducing a new back-to-school book for preK —grade 2 classrooms:
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
I spent time online w/ these 4th & 5th grade boys in VA who worked long & hard to publish a great sequel to SORRY! Elementary schools in their school district will receive both SORRY & I AM SORRY FOR REAL THIS TIME, along w/ lesson plans to go w/ them🤩! #kindness #kidlit #compassion #sel
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
💕I’m hopeful that you, too, may find A NOT SO PERFECT START —dare I said it?— a “perfect” back-to-school and new-to-school addition for lower elementary classrooms & young families’ bookshelves. 😁📚 @randomhousekids.bsky.social #kidlit #SEL #empathy #kindnessmatters #emotionalresilience
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
Seeing A NOT SO PERFECT START included among these other wonderful books makes my author ❤️ so happy!
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
I Spy With My Little Eye… My new book coming out next month!😍 @randomhousekids.bsky.social
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
What a powerful story from @jleungbooks of her childhood memories as her father’s translator and navigator. It’s beautifully illustrated by @anqiekanq ! ❤️
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
#Truth.
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
We sure could use more Theos in our world these days… #KindnessMatters #humanity #empathy #inclusion #lovenothate❤️
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
#truth
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Check out this encouraging note I just received from a 4th grader! 🤣😂🤣 #kidlit #positivity #honestyisthebestpolicy @randomhousekids.bsky.social
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Maine Department of Education shares how THE INVISIBLE BOY is being used to build community in the classroom! #kindnessmatters #inclusion #empathy #kidlit @randomhousekids.bsky.social
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
WOW! I just found out that @cbcbooks.bsky.social has included CALLING THE WIND among their wonderful Spring 2026 Showcase list of books that touch the heart! 💕https://cbcbooks.org/cbc-book-lists/the-heart-remembers-spring-2026/ #CBCShowcase #kidlit @randomhousekids.bsky.social
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
I just wrapped author visits at three rural schools in Colorado this week. I’m grateful to connect with more #kindness warriors of all ages! #kindnessmatters #empathy #inclusion #compassion
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
I just received an advanced copy of A NOT SO PERFECT START, Book 1 of the “Caring Classroom” series illustrated by Maribel Lechuga!!🤩June 16 is release date. Now available for Presale! @randomhousekids.bsky.social #socialemotionallearning #growthmindset #backtoschool #kindness #empathy
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
This is now one of my favorite picture books for little ones (and grownups) about feelings. So hilarious AND true!❤️😁 I couldn't stop laughing as I read it aloud to my husband!
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Keep making waves…🌊 #inclusion #empathy #acceptance #compassion #kindness
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
#Truth.
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Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 18/01/2026
🤣🤣
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 18/01/2026
#TRUTH
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
I’m so excited to share the wonderful cover artwork by Maribel Lechuga for Book 1 of my new CARING CLASSROOM #picturebook series! 🤩 Now available for pre-order wherever books are sold!! @randomhousekids.bsky.social @kidlitkat.bsky.social @aaknopf.bsky.social #sel #socialemotionallearning
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Yep.
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 09/11/2025
Yessssss!!!❤️❤️❤️
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
You can find powerful #truths in literature—like this one in Book 4 of @willritter.bsky.social ‘s wonderful Jackaby series. #empathy #emotionalresilience #kindness #leadershipskills #compassion
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
#Truth. #socialemotionallearning #grit #perseverance
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 05/10/2025
I’m so excited to share that Children's Theatre of Charlotte is bringing back to their stage this month their musical adaption of “The Invisible Boy”!!! That means more shows for even more schools🥰 #kidlit #kindnessmatters #KindnessWarriorsUnite
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
Apparently, SpellCheck prefers to give me a new name😁🤣 I look forward to presenting at the Oregon School Library Association’s #OASL2025 conference in Eugene tomorrow!
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Today’s reminder humbly brought to you by . . . my tea bag 🥰. #gratitude #mindfulness #wellbeing
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
THE ANXIOUS GENERATION is a wake-up call to all concerned about the mental health of our youth. I cannot recommend it enough! A follow-up book for kids ages 9-12 will be available this December!! #mentalhealth #socialmedia #anxiety #emotionalresilience #socialemotionallearning #socialemotionalhealth
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
Yep. I’m a tree hugger… especially when they’re over 800 years old like this ancient Cedar🤩
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CAKE @thebandcake.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
The phone number for the U.S. Capitol switchboard is (202) 224-3121.
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 17/08/2025
Thank you, Mr. Bannerman, for using The Invisible Boy as a helpful resource for fostering #empathy #inclusion & #kindness among your 7th graders! ❤️
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
I just discovered this sweet picture book (published by Lee & Low Books, Inc., 2021) that promotes# literacy & #diversity with your little ones.
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Harold Underdown @hunderdown.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
Victoria Strauss warns about a currently very active marketing scam targeting writers and using AI to personalize solicitations. Please repost and spread the news.
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Debbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · 02/07/2025
"Children don't need protection from books; they need protection from hate and discrimination." #BookBanning #BookCensorship #PridePuppy Read full 🧵👇🏽
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
Based on a true story, this new picture book shares w/readers the importance of #inclusion & #empathy in our lives.What if EVERY classroom and household kept a chair in their homes & hearts for others? A great resource for school library & family bookshelves! #library #parenting #teachers
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Thank you, @pawsitiveschoolcounselor on Instagram, for recommending my #kidlit books to schools & families🥰
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Dr. Lucky Tran @luckytran.com · 14/06/2025
Massive #NoKings march in New York City!
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Trudy Ludwig @trudyludwig.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
@journalofthesoul on Instagram shares her powerful poetic #truth about the paradox of #humanity
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