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Celebrating the legacy of Katey Howes, beloved kidlit author: WHERE THE DEER SLIP THROUGH - OUT NOW! Coming soon: TAKE IT APART 2026 Website: https://www.kateyhowes.com Repped by Essie White: https://www.stormliteraryagency.com/katey-howes

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 1d

#WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #KateyHowes #BookMemories #PictureBookMagic

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 1d

Do you remember the first book that truly felt magical to you as a child?
Where the Deer Ship Through has been that book for so many little readers, guiding them into dreamscapes of wonder.

Share your childhood “first magical book” in the comments!

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 5d

Did you know? Division isn’t just about numbers—it’s about sharing! In The Reindeer Remainders, the reindeer learn that nobody should be left out when we split into groups.

#TheReindeerRemainders #InclusiveClassroom #KateyHowesBooks #ClassroomCommunity #WorkingTogether

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 6d

Every thread tells a story. In Woven of the World by Katey Howes, weaving connects us to ancestors, traditions, and one another.
What crafts, recipes, or rituals have been “woven” through YOUR family’s generations?

#WovenOfTheWorld #KateyHowes

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 6d

Leave your own review on Goodreads or share your favorite line!

#KateyHowes #PictureBookReview #Goodreads #WhereTheDeerSlipThrough

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 6d

“A lovely picture book with lyrical lullaby rhythm.”
— Author Audrey Sauble on Goodreads.

We couldn’t have said it better! Where the Deer Ship Through is a gentle, rhythmic read that invites children to dream big and wander through nature’s wonders.
Have you read it yet?

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 9d

Change groups often so everyone gets a chance to work with new friends. Fresh ideas = fresh fun!

#TeamworkTip #TheReindeerRemainders #BackToSchoolIdeas #InclusionMatters #ClassroomCommunity #KindnessInClass #InclusiveClassroom #KateyHowesBooks #BackToSchoolTips

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 13d

Which animal holds a special place in your heart? Share below! #WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #ChildrensBooks #KateyHowes #WorldAnimalDay #PictureBookLove

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 13d

Today is #WorldAnimalDay! A celebration of the creatures that inspire wonder, kindness, and connection. In Where the Deer Ship Through, animals aren’t just part of the scenery, they’re central to a child’s journey through imagination.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 24d

#WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #KateyHowes #Bedtimerituals #PictureBookMagic #ChildrensBooks

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 24d

Reading Where the Deer Slip Through is the perfect way to wind down the day.

What are your family's favorite bedtime rituals? Do you have a special story, a song, or a quiet moment?

Share your bedtime traditions in the comments!

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 26d

#TheReindeerRemainders #BackToSchool #TeamworkInAction #InclusiveClassroom #KateyHowesBooks #ClassroomCommunity #WorkingTogether

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 26d

The reindeer know that every group is stronger when everyone belongs.

Today’s challenge: Give a shoutout to someone on your team (school, work, or family) who makes things better just by being themselves!

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 27d

Books give us ideas.

Ideas spark action.

Actions change the world.

That’s the power of literacy and the heart of being a maker.

#BeAMaker #KateyHowes

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · 29d

Draw a picture inspired by the themes of nature and magic in Where the Deer Slip Through. Use the hashtag #InspiredByKateyHowes so we can see all of your wonderful creations.

#WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #InspiredbyKateyHowes #PictureBookFun #KidsBooks #NatureLovers #bookchallenge

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Sep 16

Books are blueprints for the imagination.

Remember: every time we read with a child, we hand them the tools to build their future.

What are YOU building with your words today?

#BeAMaker #KateyHowes

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Sep 14

Rissy No Kissies is also available on Kindle! A heartwarming story about body autonomy, consent & love in many forms.

Grab your digital copy today!

#RissyNoKissies #ChildrensBooks #KindleReads #BodyAutonomy #ConsentForKids

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Sep 13

Make it a rule that each group cheers for the others. Celebrating others’ success builds a winning team spirit.

#TeamworkTip #TheReindeerRemainders #BackToSchoolIdeas #InclusionMatters #ClassroomCommunity #KindnessInClass #InclusiveClassroom #KateyHowesBooks #BackToSchoolTips

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Sep 11

#WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #KateyHowesBooks #BookRecommendations #ChildrensBooks

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Sep 11

If you loved the gentle magic and connection to nature in Where the Deer Slip Through, what other books would you recommend to a fellow reader? Share your top nature-themed or whimsical book recommendations in the comments below! Let's build a bookshelf of magic together.

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Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Sep 9

Celebrate the power of words + stories! Be a Maker inspires kids to imagine, create & dream big - because reading sparks making.

#NationalLiteracyDay #BeAMaker #ChildrensBooks #ReadTogether #LiteracyMatters #MakersMindset

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Sep 7

Did you know a deer’s favorite hiding spots in the forest are dense thickets?

Follow the woodland animals’ journey and see if you can spot their favorite hiding places in the pages!

#WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #KateyHowes #WoodlandTrivia #NatureFacts #ChildrensBooks

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Sep 4

When we all link together, our class is stronger!

#TheReindeerRemainders #BackToSchool #TeamworkInAction #InclusiveClassroom #KateyHowesBooks #ClassroomCommunity #WorkingTogether

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Aug 30

Hidden among the trees, grasses, and shadows are woodland creatures waiting to be found.

Your challenge:
Count how many animals you see and comment your guess below!

Let’s see who can spot them all… 🔎

#WhereTheDeerSlipThrough #SeekAndFind #PictureBookFun #KidsBooks

Katey Howes @kateywrites.bsky.social · Aug 29

#WovenOfTheWorld #AudiobookLove #KateyHowes #StorytimeAnywhere #ReadListenRepeat