BookWorthy Chats with Jean Johnson

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

www.valeriefentress.com/blog

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