Storytime with Rosanne Kurstedt!

Join us for a special storytime and book-themed activities with Rosanne L. Kurstedt, the author of several beautiful children's books! She will be reading from two of her recent books Karate Kid and  And I Think About You.

And I Think About You Written by Rosanne L. Kurstedt and illustrated by Ya-Ling Huang, And I Think About You poignantly captures the love and connection shared by a working mama bear and her cub. The rhythmic pattern will enchant and delight young readers --- all the way to the surprising end!

Karate Kid introduces youngsters to karate in a fun and engaging way with an emphasis on how karate can increase confidence. It has simple, measured, and meditative text that is complemented by playful, yet instructive illustrations by Mark Chambers.

About Rosanne L. Kurstedt (Author's website)

Rosanne L. Kurstedt is the author of several books for children including, Karate Kid (Running Press Kids, 2019), And I Think About You (Kids Can Press, 2022), and Sticks vs. Stones (Worthy Kids, Spring 2024). Rosanne loves picture books and anything kid-lit so she volunteers as the Assistant Regional Advisor for the New Jersey chapter of the Society of Children’s Books Writers and Illustrators. Rosanne has been an educator for over 20 years, supporting learners of all ages. So, she also writes for teachers. She’s the author of several books including Teaching Writing with Picture Books as Models and a series entitled 100+ Growth Mindset Comments.

Rosanne’s favorite part about being an author is sharing her books with children and families at schools, libraries, bookstores, and festivals. She lives in New Jersey and wants to live on a lake one day.