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Loose Part Art with Hearts: 3 Creative Valentine's Day Activities for Kids
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate creativity, problem-solving, and kindness! Instead of traditional crafts, why not...

Angela Odusanya
Jan 292 min read
5 Ways Loose Parts Help Children Learn Problem-Solving
Loose parts—open-ended materials like sticks, shells, rocks, and other found objects—might seem less exciting than new toys from a store,...

Angela Odusanya
Jan 22 min read


5 Reasons Why Children Have Holiday Meltdowns and How to Prevent Them
The holidays are a magical time of year—but let’s be honest, they can also be a recipe for tears and tantrums, especially for little...

Angela Odusanya
Dec 20, 20242 min read


5 Ways to Use Boredom as an Opportunity to Practice Problem-Solving
As parents, we’re wired to fix and prevent problems—whether it’s taking over pouring drinks, tying shoelaces, or addressing our child’s...

Angela Odusanya
Nov 10, 20243 min read


Kickstarter Success, New Cover Art, and Off to the Press!
The Kickstarter campaign for Amelia's Loose Part Art continues to be successful. As I write this post, there are 12 days left of the...

Angela Odusanya
Jul 15, 20231 min read


Coming Soon: Kickstarter Pre-orders for Amelia's Loose Part Art
Children's books have a magical ability to captivate young minds and spark their imagination. My current project, Amelia's Loose Part...

Angela Odusanya
Jun 16, 20233 min read


What are 'loose parts' anyway?
Ever since I announced my book's title, Amelia's Loose Part Art, the question I have been asked the most is, "what are 'loose parts'...

Angela Odusanya
Jun 4, 20231 min read


Amelia is Here: Finding the Perfect Illustrator for my Children's Book, Amelia's Loose Part Art.
Amelia has finally made her grand entrance, and the response has been absolutely fantastic. As a children's picture book author who...

Angela Odusanya
May 21, 20232 min read


Reflecting on Children's Book Preferences: From Fun Reads to Conversation Starters
Are you a lover of children's books like me? If you are, then let's explore and categorize some great titles together and dive into what...

Angela Odusanya
May 9, 20232 min read


The Story Behind My Completed Children's Book Manuscript
I am a dreamer, a planner, and a notetaker. Friends have told me I am an idea person and when I look at piles of notes I have written for...

Angela Odusanya
May 3, 20232 min read
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