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CarolineArnoldArtandBooks
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Author/Illustrator Caroline Arnold's art and books focusing on the writing and illustrating process and her experiences with children and teachers at schools and libraries.
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The Intrepid Tourist
http://theintrepidtourist.blogspot.com/
Author Caroline Arnold's travel blog--a writer's journeys around the world, often to places beyond the normal tourist path. A personal view focusing on wildlife, ancient history, cultural events and outdoor activities.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 1517 )
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THE WORLD OF COCA-COLA, Atlanta, Georgia
John Pemberton statue, Centennial Park, Atlanta, GeorgiaAtlanta, Georgia is the birthplace of Coca-Cola, the drink invented by druggist John Pemberton, whose... Read more
Posted on 20 March 2017 TRAVEL -
MIXED UP ANIMALS and MORE: Four Fun Writing Activities
Yellow cards were provided for each writing activity at the Santa Barbara Author-Go-RoundAt the Santa Barbara Author-Go-Round in January, students spent the... Read more
Posted on 15 March 2017 BOOKS, CULTURE -
SRF MEDITATION GARDEN, Encinitas, CA: A Quiet Haven at the Edge of the Sea
View of the Pacific Ocean from the SRF Meditation Garden, Encinitas, CAPerched on the edge of a steep cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, is a beautifully... Read more
Posted on 13 March 2017 TRAVEL -
HATCHING CHICKS IN ROOM 6 is a Junior Library Guild Selection
I am pleased to learn that HATCHING CHICKS IN ROOM 6 is a Junior Library Guild selection for March 1917. "The JLG editorial team reviews more than 3,000 new... Read more
Posted on 08 March 2017 BOOKS, CULTURE -
HIGH MUSEUM OF ART, Atlanta, Georgia
Angel by Howard Finster, High Museum of Art, Atlanta, GeorgiaI began my visit to the High Museum of Art in Atlanta in the Folk Art gallery on the top floor of... Read more
Posted on 06 March 2017 TRAVEL -
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DR. SEUSS! Celebrate Read Across America Day
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! Today would be his 113th birthday! And in honor of him, people are celebrating Read Across America Day all across the nation! Hurrah... Read more
Posted on 02 March 2017 BOOKS, CULTURE -
ULUWATU TEMPLE, Bali, Indonesia: Watch Out for Monkeys! Guest Post by Tom...
Monkey with egg, Uluwatu, IndonesiaMy brother, Tom Scheaffer, recently returned from a three week trip to Indonesia. Here is his report and some of his photos... Read more
Posted on 27 February 2017 TRAVEL -
I SEE A STORY: The Art of Eric Carle at the High Museum of Art, Atlanta
Picture Book Art Exhibit at the High Museum of Art, Atlanta, GeorgiaColorful caterpillars greeted me as I entered the High Museum of Art through the revolving... Read more
Posted on 22 February 2017 BOOKS, CULTURE -
CENTER FOR CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS, Atlanta, Georgia
Last week, on a trip to Atlanta, Georgia, I went to the Center for Civil and Human Rights, a visit particularly meaningful as this is February, which is Black... Read more
Posted on 20 February 2017 TRAVEL -
Visit to Atlanta Fulton Public Library, Atlanta, GA
Entrance to the Children's Room, Atlanta Fulton Public Library, Central BranchLast week, when I was in Georgia on a business trip with my husband, I stopped in... Read more
Posted on 15 February 2017 BOOKS, CULTURE -
TOKYO TRAFFIC: From the Memoir of Aunt Carolyn
Sightseeing in TokyoMy husband's Aunt, Carolyn T. Arnold, traveled to Japan in the 1960's and 70's as the leader of a tour group. Here is her description of... Read more
Posted on 13 February 2017 TRAVEL -
HUNTINGTON BEACH AUTHORS FESTIVAL, Visit to Hawes School
Welcome Sign on the Hawes School MarqueeOnce again I was pleased to participate in the Huntington Beach Authors Festival, which was held on Tuesday, January 31s... Read more
Posted on 08 February 2017 BOOKS, CULTURE -
MONTERREY BAY AQUARIUM: Sea Otters, Jellyfish, Octopuses and More, Monterrey, CA
Jellyfish at the Monterrey Bay Aquarium, Monterrey, CAIn late December I went with my family to the Monterrey Bay Aquarium in California. Read more
Posted on 06 February 2017 TRAVEL -
AUTHOR-GO-ROUND, Santa Barbara: A Fun Week with Students, Teachers, Librarians
Reading The Terrible Hodag and the Animal Catchers at my Author-Go-Round StationA week ago I was one of four authors participating in the annual week long... Read more
Posted on 03 February 2017 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Celebrating ANGEL ISLAND: GATEWAY TO GOLD MOUNTAIN by Russell Freedman, Winner o...
ANGEL ISLAND by Russell Freedman, 2016 FOCAL Award Winner, and Puppets by Jesse KingsleyOn Saturday, January 28, 2017, librarians, teachers, students, parents,... Read more
Posted on 30 January 2017 BOOKS, CULTURE -
JAPAN: Train Ride to Nikko, from the Memoir of Aunt Carolyn
Carolyn T. Arnold, Nara, Japan 1969My husband's Aunt Carolyn traveled to Japan in the 1960's and 70's as the leader of a tour group. Here is an account of one o... Read more
Posted on 30 January 2017 TRAVEL -
PUBLICATION PARTY AT HAYNES SCHOOL for Hatching Chicks in Room 6
Lollipops to Celebrate the Publication of Hatching Chicks in Room 6Last Thursday I made a special visit to Haynes CES School to present my new book, Hatching... Read more
Posted on 25 January 2017 BOOKS, CULTURE -
MADAGASCAR: Leaping Lemurs, Guest Post by Owen Floody, Part 2
A pair of Coquerel’s sifakas, MadagascarIn June 2016, our friend Owen Floody planned and led a trip to Madagascar. Owen recently retired from a career of... Read more
Posted on 23 January 2017 TRAVEL -
SCBWI Nonfiction Intensive, Oakland, CA: A Great Day with Two Authors and an...
Caroline Arnold, Alyssa Mito Pusey, and Pamela Turner, SCBWI Nonfiction Intensive PanelLast Saturday, I was one of three speakers at the Nonfiction Intensive... Read more
Posted on 18 January 2017 BOOKS, CULTURE -
MADAGASCAR: Leaping Lemurs, Guest Post by Owen Floody, Part 1
Diadamed Sifaka, MadagascarIn June 2016, our friend Owen Floody planned and led a trip to Madagascar. Owen recently retired from a career of teaching and... Read more
Posted on 16 January 2017 TRAVEL