http://www.thegreatwillow.com/blog Written in poetry by Michael Starr and superbly illustrated by Nancy Parczyk. Mon, 14 Jun 2010 03:46:50 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en You guys were a lot of fun. I had a blast.  Have a safe and awesome summer! Cheers! Michael http://www.thegreatwillow.com/blog/2010/06/12/thank-you-baldwin-hills-elementary/ I had a wonderful time reading to you all.  I'm glad you had a good time too! Have a safe and wacky summer! Cheers! Michael http://www.thegreatwillow.com/blog/2010/05/30/thank-you-humphrys-elementary/ I just want to extend a very warm thank you for the kindness and hospitality you have shown me.  It was a great pleasure to read to you all and I thank you for your letters...  I will read EVERY ONE OF THEM!  I also want to thank you for ... http://www.thegreatwillow.com/blog/2010/05/06/dear-sheridan-elementary/ Sheridan street and 10th street elementary schools!!! Hope you guys had a great time.  I did!  A very special thanks to Mr. Carapia, and Mr. Gero for their support. And a personal thanks to Kim for her page turning expertise! Hope to hear from you all soon. Cheers! Michael http://www.thegreatwillow.com/blog/2010/04/16/thank-you-thank-you-thank-you/ 10th Street Elementary April 9th Sheridan Elementary April 12th I will be visiting these two amazing schools as part of The Wonder of Reading Author visitation program. I will be reading to several assembly's throughout the day and doing a presentation on making your own book... for the kids.  Should be a ... http://www.thegreatwillow.com/blog/2010/04/05/school-visitations/ You guys are awesome.  I had a great time, and hope you did too.  Hope to see you again soon. Cheerio's! Michael http://www.thegreatwillow.com/blog/2010/03/07/thank-you-horace-mann-second-graders/ Sorry for being away for so long.  Business has been slow, economy... ANYWAY!  I just want to thank those who still want "The Great Willow" to continue on. A few notes: I will be reading at Beverly Hills Elementary this friday afternoon (3/5/10).  Very excited to get back to it.  Also, a bit of ... http://www.thegreatwillow.com/blog/2010/03/04/missed-you/ You made my day! Thanks for being involved and interested in the great willow! You guys rock! Hope you had a great time! Cheerio's,Michael http://www.thegreatwillow.com/blog/2009/05/06/thank-you-el-rodeo-elementary-school-1st-graders/ New songs to sing, games to play and books to read! Wolf Pup and Duckling need a friends! The perfect time to buy is now... Package still includes FREE poster and bookmark. Books numbered and signed by Author; Michael Starr, and Illustrator; Nancy Parczyk! Get your book TODAY! If you know ... http://www.thegreatwillow.com/blog/2009/04/05/the-spring-the-great-willow/ Just want to send a heartfelt thanks to Blue Chair Bookstore in Glendora, for making me feel at home.  Visit this cute, unique bookstore if you get the chance.  Info is in the "Other places to buy" section of this website.  Thanks to everyone who bought a copy... Enjoy! Sincere thanks, Michael http://www.thegreatwillow.com/blog/2008/12/21/blue-chair-bookstore/