1. There is a teacher in Samantha Hansen Has Rocks In Her Head named Mrs. Montemore. Mrs. Montemore loves science in my book, and this is ab-so-lutely the truth. She promoted science in every aspect of her classroom, but most importantly, she turned a smart, awkward kid into the science-lover she is today.
2. It’s so hard to choose names for characters, isn’t it? Every character name in my book is found in my real life, although their personalities have been changed to protect the innocent.
3. Most of you know that the story is based on a family trip to the canyon, but how much is truth and how much is fiction? When I visited the canyon a few years ago, I found that the best part was the hike down Bright Angel Trail. I’ll never forget that—especially the look of surprise, awe, and exhaustion on my children’s faces when we reached the bottom.
That’s it for Nancy’s week. Look for Samantha Hansen Has Rocks In Her Head in bookstores everywhere!
“…a terrific read for any 8-12 year old.” ~Teens Read Too
“Sam shares many qualities with Junie B.—the obligatory spunk, a chattily ingenuous voice—but her passion for science distinguishes her from other franchise heroines.” ~Kirkus Reviews
“(Sam is) lovable and full of the kind of spirit that makes for a lasting character. Nancy Viau weaves in seamless science lessons, sure to slide by young readers as casual plot, until they pop up and help them during science tests.” ~Young Adult (and Kids Books) Central
“A fantastic middle-grade novel…” ~Book Chic
6 comments:
Ooh, good ones. It's a hard choice, but I guess number 2. Just because it would be so hard for me to do that. Name every character after someone I knew.
I'd guess #2
I don't know Nancy, but after chatting with you, I think #2 is a truth. :) You're a blast.
How about #3?
I loved your posts!
We miss you at the Jersey shore!! :) Any Fall trips planned?? The firefighters are rolling in this weekend. The bikers left. :)
I'll go with #2 as the lie!
It's been a great week, Nancy!
I WAS going to guess #2. But I don't want to follow the crowd. Fine. Hmpf. #1 for me. Maybe there's a little teeny tiny untruth somewhere in there?? It's been a great week with your posts. And Sam is out roaming the world!
Great posts... and I know the answer so I won't guess;-)
Teri
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