Saturday, June 1, 2013

Six-word Saturday


Learning to be a kid again.
 
I recently started writing a middle grade novel, and I'm having a wonderful time with the process! It's so much fun to read books for eight- to twelve-year-olds and remember what it was like to be a kid all those (many) years ago. I'm also lucky to know a few kids in this age group, and their input has been invaluable. So far, this book has been a joy to write!
 
Wishing you all a happy, fun-filled Saturday. ☺

 
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  1. Ron.June 1, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    I was a kid once....I think.

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  2. Ruth Cox aka abitosunshineJune 1, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    Your 6ws has me smiling this morning and thinking we all should be reading those books again so we can learn how to be a kid again!

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    1. DanaJune 1, 2013 at 8:08 AM

      It's been a lot of fun to read and remember, that's for sure. :)

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  3. Annalisa CrawfordJune 1, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    I haven't stopped being a kid yet, but I'm not sure I could write for them. If you're having fun while you write, that will definitely be transferred onto the page.

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  4. Rob-bearJune 1, 2013 at 8:21 AM

    "It's too early to be Saturday!"

    Blessings and Bear hugs!
    Bears Noting, Life in the Urban Forest (poetry).

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    1. DanaJune 1, 2013 at 9:01 AM

      LOL It's too early to be June!

      Have a great weekend. ☺

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  5. mail4roseyJune 1, 2013 at 8:59 AM

    I took a 900 level course (just for fun) fairly recently on teaching Lit. to that grade level and the books were fun to read!! I imagine they would be equally fun to write. Best of luck!

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  6. KayleighJune 1, 2013 at 9:04 AM

    How fun -- my kids are around that age (son will be 7, daughter turning 12)...it's such an eventful time in children's lives, don't you think? So much to learn, so many ways to grow as they just begin to really make their way into the world at large. It's exciting for thtem...and somewhat terrifying for us overprotective parents, lol!

    Happy writing!

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    1. DanaJune 1, 2013 at 9:13 AM

      Thanks, Kayleigh. ☺

      I have a few years before my own children reach middle school, but I'm already feeling the terror. LOL

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  7. Sue McPeakJune 1, 2013 at 9:05 AM

    What a fun 'prompt'. I bet it would an 'Inspiration' for an adult book as well. Just think how things have changed since we were kids...at least for me...I'm nearly ancient. Have a great weekend!

    Sue CollectInTexasGal~Today's Post~
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    1. DanaJune 1, 2013 at 9:16 AM

      Things have changed a lot since I was a kid, too. The hardest thing is getting the lingo right. What I'm learning, though, is that kids are kids no matter what. Even though they have different toys now—technology, I'm looking at you!—down deep, their thoughts and cares are very much the same as mine were.

      Have a great weekend!

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  8. LindaJune 1, 2013 at 9:41 AM

    I'm still a kid at age 62! :) Glad you are enjoying your writing!

    Happy Saturday! Go out and play!!!!!!!

    Linda

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    1. DanaJune 1, 2013 at 10:04 AM

      LOL Thanks, Linda! Have a great day. ☺

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  9. AnonymousJune 1, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    Good on you Dana, that sounds like so much fun!

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  10. AnonymousJune 1, 2013 at 10:00 AM

    Oh, this is wonderful! I would be happy to review it when it is ready! Have fun! I am so excited for you!

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  11. MlissabethJune 1, 2013 at 10:56 AM

    That does sound like fun. Enjoy your weekend.

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  12. AriannaJune 1, 2013 at 10:57 AM

    Fiction for children is fun to read sometimes :)

    Good luck with your book! I'm also a novelist, there's something kind of magical about watching a book take form.

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    1. DanaJune 1, 2013 at 11:05 AM

      "Magical" is a good word for it. :)

      Have a great weekend.

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  13. MJune 1, 2013 at 11:43 AM

    My favorite books come from that level!
    Good luck writing :)

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  14. Krista McLaughlinJune 1, 2013 at 12:25 PM

    That's great! I don't know if I could write a middle grade book, but I have read some great ones! I think I love working with infants everyday at my job because I get to be a kid - painting, blowing bubbles, playing ball, and laughing so much! :)

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    1. DanaJune 1, 2013 at 1:02 PM

      It's fun to be a kid for a while, isn't it? :)

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  15. AdamJune 1, 2013 at 12:52 PM

    they are so much easier to read

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  16. JessJune 1, 2013 at 2:14 PM

    Hey that sounds good Dana,good luck with it! I like your words ~ oh to be a kid again! Especially knowing Wgat we know now! :-) happy Saturday to you x

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    1. DanaJune 1, 2013 at 8:19 PM

      Thanks so much, Jess. I hope you had a great Saturday. ☺

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  17. LeoviJune 1, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    Yes, as a child I was taught to be over, now that I'm older I want to learn to be a child. Greetings.

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  18. Kathe W.June 1, 2013 at 3:36 PM

    oh goody goody- will we be hearing more about this? Have a great time!

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    1. DanaJune 1, 2013 at 8:21 PM

      Thanks. I think you'll hear more—at least from time to time. I need you all to hold me accountable. ;)

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  19. UnknownJune 1, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    that's a great way to spend your day!

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  20. AnonymousJune 1, 2013 at 4:47 PM

    Fantastic! I wouldn't know where to start, Dana. Wonderful that it's bringing you such joy. :)

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  21. Billy Blue EyesJune 1, 2013 at 5:13 PM

    Fun Filled na I had to work half of it but I did manage some photos this morning, one will be used on Silent Sunday

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  22. AJ LauerJune 1, 2013 at 5:23 PM

    Yay! That's a great six words! I firmly believe that us adult types need to play whenever we can, and this sounds like a perfect excuse for you :)
    Happy 6WS!

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    1. DanaJune 1, 2013 at 8:37 PM

      Oh, it is. It's keeping me young, I think. LOL

      I hope you see this. I want you to know that I haven't been able to comment on your blog, even though I've wanted to. I can't use your comment system. Is there any other way I can comment on your posts?

      I hope you had a wonderful Saturday!

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  23. AnonymousJune 1, 2013 at 5:30 PM

    I love returning to my childhood books!

    Good luck with the writing.

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  24. SuzyJune 1, 2013 at 10:04 PM

    All the best with your book. Those 8-12 years were such joy. Your post took me back to the weekends where I sat curled up with a book on my verandah.

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    1. DanaJune 2, 2013 at 8:21 AM

      I'm glad it brought back some good memories for you. Happy Sunday!

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  25. RachelJune 1, 2013 at 10:59 PM

    I loved reading those types of books when I was younger. My reading level was higher than my grade level, but I wanted to read the books for that age group. Technically, it was my grade level, but my teachers would get sooooooo mad because it wasn't my reading level and they wanted me to push myself. haha

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    1. DanaJune 2, 2013 at 8:21 AM

      Teachers are like that. :)

      Have a great Sunday.

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  26. Rosemary Nissen-WadeJune 2, 2013 at 1:48 AM

    That sounds wonderful. I actually still enjoy reading children's books and young adult fiction, often better than I do adult novels.

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  27. Grace BailhacheJune 2, 2013 at 8:26 PM

    Hello Dana,

    It's been a while since my last SWS, I'm happy to be back to visit blogger. The children in my family calls me auntie book because I love reading and most of my gift for them are children books. This experience you are leaving is unique, enjoy it.

    Happy SWS !

    Grace

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  28. CharleenJune 3, 2013 at 2:47 AM

    As a middle grades teacher, I am forever reading middle grade novels. I always am looking for great books for my students!

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    1. DanaJune 3, 2013 at 9:07 AM

      Let me know if you come across some that you really love. :)

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  29. AnonymousJune 3, 2013 at 5:25 AM

    I guess I'm learning to be a teenager again. :-) By that I mean, as part of National Novel Writing Month, I wrote a book for young adults. Now I'm reading books for that age and guides about writing for that age, along with doing lots of revision.

    All the best with your middle grade novel. May it always stay fun!

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    1. DanaJune 3, 2013 at 9:08 AM

      Thanks, Allison. Best of luck to you as well!

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  30. soulbrushJune 4, 2013 at 5:08 AM

    Dr Seuss for me every time- but I love so many kiddies books as I taught for 43 years, and no matter how much television there is these days and computers- kids still love being read to- which is fast becoming a dying art! read to your kids parents.

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    1. DanaJune 4, 2013 at 10:02 AM

      I agree. Parents need to read to their kids. It's so important.

      Have a great Tuesday!

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  31. JosephAlsarrafJune 7, 2013 at 12:51 AM

    Cool! Those were the best books to read when I was in middle school. : )

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