I've been waiting a long time to be a children's book author. I've spent decades getting good enough to write for children. When a kid likes my book, or just likes that I'm visiting and talking to him or her,… — Jewell Parker Rhodes Copy Share Image
I wanted kids to have context for seeing the horrible footage of 9/11. I wanted them to feel the patriotism that united us, the sense of inclusivity, of not discriminating against religions. I want that feeling back, and I want… — Jewell Parker Rhodes Copy Share Image
I'm connected to the event of 9/11 by my desire to do something to honor the 9/11 survivors and those who didn't survive. Something that moves our society forward, something that engages children in what it means to be a citizen and encourages them to love and be inclusive. Because if we don't live our lives well - if I… — Jewell Parker Rhodes Copy Share
Children know you ought to be fair. Especially fifth graders. I love fifth graders. They know that bullying is wrong. They know that you… — Jewell Parker Rhodes Copy Share Image
Women hand sight down through the generations. Mother to daughter. — Jewell Parker Rhodes Copy Share Image
The world can be a hard place sometimes... You have to have heart. You have to be strong. Parents want their children to grow… — Jewell Parker Rhodes Copy Share Image
But you...are my sweetest gift. The life surprise that soothed all my ills and gave me my greatest joys. I feel so blessed you… — Jewell Parker Rhodes Copy Share Image
I've been waiting a long time to be a children's book author. I've spent decades getting good enough to write for children. When a… — Jewell Parker Rhodes Copy Share Image
I wanted kids to have context for seeing the horrible footage of 9/11. I wanted them to feel the patriotism that united us, the… — Jewell Parker Rhodes Copy Share Image
