BookWorthy Chats with Jean Johnson

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Summary


Jean Johnson, author of the Renny Roo's Adventures series, shares her inspiration for the books and how her childhood experiences in the Yucatan jungle influenced her writing. Her books discuss her fascination with dinosaurs and the importance of teaching friendship and manners. Jean also talks about her plans for future books in the series and the availability of bilingual editions. You can find more information about Jean and her books on her website and social media channels.


Takeaways


Childhood experiences can inspire and shape creative work.


Educational books can help children learn new words and concepts.


Books can create a welcoming and joyful atmosphere for readers.


Bilingual books can make stories accessible to a wider audience.





Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Inspiration


03:02 Growing Up in the Yucatan Jungle


06:33 Influence of Childhood Experiences


09:54 Fascination with Dinosaurs


11:39 Introducing Tater Tot


12:47 Teaching Friendship and Manners


14:28 Choosing Book Locations


15:10 Future Books in the Series


17:06 Becoming a Writer


19:03 Creating a Welcoming Atmosphere


21:05 Favorite Books


24:35 Future Plans and Bilingual Books


26:16 Where to Find More Information

Amazon.com: Jean Johnson: books, biography, latest update (https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jean-Jo...)

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