Katey Howes

Celebrating the legacy of Katey Howes, beloved kidlit author and bookish mom:

WHERE THE DEER SLIP THROUGH - OUT NOW!
Coming soon: TAKE IT APART 2026

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We’re celebrating Where the Deer Slip Through for being selected as one of Kirkus’ Best Picture Books of the Year!

A lyrical journey through nature, brought to life with breathtaking illustrations.

See the full list here. https://t.co/vng4Rg0OJi

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#WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #NatureBooks #KidLit #OutdoorLearning #PictureBooks

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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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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: https://t.co/qqdPENFKJA

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A simple way to teach inclusion in action.
#SEL #InclusionMatters #KindnessCounts #TeachingEmpathy

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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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It’s a lyrical invitation for children (and grown-ups!) to slow down and notice the secret paths and "in-between" spaces in nature. #WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #NatureBooks #KidLit #OutdoorLearning #PictureBooks

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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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#ConsentForKids #SEL #BodyAutonomy #KateyHowes

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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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Showing affection doesn't have to be one-size-fits-all. Whether it’s a high-five, a secret handshake, or a cozy "wing-hug," the best way to show love is by honoring each other’s boundaries. How does your family show love in your own unique way?

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Set for release in August 2026, this story continues Katey Howes’ legacy of inspiring curiosity, creativity, and hands-on discovery in young readers. #KateyHowes #TakeItApart #ChildrensBooks #STEAMBooks #STEMEducation #PictureBook #Curiosity #CreativeKids

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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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#TakeItApart #KateyHowes #CoverReveal #STEM #KidLit #PictureBooks #NewBookAlert

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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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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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Let’s honor creativity in all its forms! #WorldCreativityAndInnovationDay #BeAMaker #KateyHowes #ChildrensBooks #KidLit #CreativityMatters

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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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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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This helps kids recognize emotions and connect them to real-life experiences. #KateyHowes #TheReindeerRemainders #SEL #ChildrensBooks #ClassroomActivities #KidLit

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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.