I know it’s supposed to be summer break, and thankfully we completed homeschool last week. We’ll do math “camp” a few days a week through June. While I’m reading of so many writing friends enjoying vacations and conferences, I’m stuck in my chair writing. Yep, I’m now on my 3rd educational project in a ROW. And while I enjoy keeping on top of things in education, writing to tight deadlines keeps me busy. But just as the verse in the Bible says, what you sow, you reap, I do love reaping the crop of books! Let me share some with you…
This month in June’s Clubhouse Jr, I have a rebus story. I haven’t received mine yet, but when I do, I’ll let you know more details. They even kept my children’s names in my story. A year ago, my kids bought insect nets and tried to catch the million dragonflies that zoom around here in late summer. So I wrote a rebus, and it sold right away! So while you’re out and about this summer, keep your notebook handy and look for story lines!
Another unique opportunity that ANY of you could do is freelance write or edit for ESL/ELL books, not only in the U.S. but overseas. In Asia, especially in Korea, English is BIG. To get ahead of the other million kids, children attend English academies after school. Some young children go overseas for 3-5 months to learn English. These ESL/ELL companies need native speakers and writers. Anyway, an editor at my church in Seoul who works for a Korean/English publisher found out I write. She told her boss about me, and last year I helped write and edit middle school English books for them. These are textbooks “foreign language” English teachers in Korean middle schools will use. Trying to write English grammar and seeing how Koreans learn it was an eye opener for me. This company’s three middle school books are finished. (see photo) The government approved them, and public schools can adopt them in 3 years. What?! Why the wait? I have no idea why. I think they adopt books every four years. Now they just contracted me again to help with a supplement grammar book for the same age group. This keeps me on my grammar toes! So look for these opportunities. I’ve seen some posted previously in educational market ads. They pay well, and it’s a great experience. I even landed my name in the credits. 🙂
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June 10, 2013 at 5:00 am
Laura S.
Congratulations on your rebus in CLUBHOUSE JR. They always do such a nice job with layout – I’m sure your story is going to look adorable! Can’t wait to get my hand on a copy.
I’m also so impressed with your productivity and creativity in seeking out and finding great niche markets and then your generosity in sharing them with us.
June 10, 2013 at 5:13 am
tinamcho
Thanks, Laura. I try to share what I learn on this writing journey!
June 10, 2013 at 8:08 am
Genevieve Petrillo
So exciting. Congratulations, Tina. I once sold a poem to an ELL publisher in Bulgaria. Not on purpose. They found it on a kiddie web site and asked if they could use it.
June 10, 2013 at 2:31 pm
tinamcho
That’s interesting, Genevieve! Published in Bulgaria! Did they send you a copy?
June 10, 2013 at 9:24 am
Beth MacKinney
Good for you getting through school. We’re not quite there yet, but we’ve finished in most subjects. My son has some science to make up and my daughter has some math. Almost there!!!
June 10, 2013 at 2:32 pm
tinamcho
Great, Beth! Yes, my son has a tiny bit of math to finish in his book, and so I’m having both kids do math through end of June. Plus, public Korean schools have a 1 month break in July so it does look silly if we’re done already.
June 10, 2013 at 10:17 am
pambrunskill
Wow! Tina! FANTASTIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS! Can’t wait to check out Clubhouse Jr this month. You certainly are BUSY doing great writerly/educational things. 🙂
June 10, 2013 at 2:36 pm
tinamcho
Thanks, Pam! Have a nice summer!
June 10, 2013 at 2:51 pm
viviankirkfield
I think you are amazing, Tina…not only for all that you accomplish…but for how you are always sharing other opportunities for everyone. Hope your summer gives you some time for kicking back!
Looking forward to our critique exchange on the 15th…again I am leaving soon after (on the 19th and will be gone until the 30th)..but will be at my daughter’s in New Hampshire and my son’s in Chicago…both places where I will hopefully have full internet access.:)
June 10, 2013 at 11:35 pm
tinamcho
Thanks, Vivian. Oh, have fun traveling again and seeing your grand daughter!
June 10, 2013 at 5:58 pm
Jarm Del Boccio
Congrats, Tina! I’ve been trying to break in to Clubhouse, but haven’t found the right venue. Glad you did!
June 10, 2013 at 11:36 pm
tinamcho
Try a rebus. I’ve had 2 accepted with them and also nonfiction articles.
June 11, 2013 at 4:34 am
wayne stockstill
Tina, how awesome! Doing what you love and knowing you are helping children is rewarding. I wish you many more projects (but do hope you get a little bit of summer vacation!!!).
June 11, 2013 at 4:49 am
tinamcho
Thanks, Gloria. I recognized your name and knew it was you! Yes, I’ll do something fun for summer somehow.
June 11, 2013 at 4:46 am
wayne stockstill
Tina, I don’t know how the previous post happened. I did set up a blog for my husband. Perhaps that is the reason. Gloria Stockstill
June 11, 2013 at 5:19 pm
Carrie Finison
Wow, congratulations on all your publications, Tina! You do so much – I’m impressed. Thanks for sharing the ESL idea, too.
June 11, 2013 at 6:12 pm
tinamcho
Thanks, Carrie! How is your writing work coming along? Do you freelance write during the summer?
June 12, 2013 at 10:00 am
Cathy Ballou Mealey
Congratulations! How wonderful Tina. You are piling up the publishing credits!
June 12, 2013 at 2:14 pm
tinamcho
Thanks, Cathy!
June 12, 2013 at 3:38 pm
Tracy Campbell
You really are an inspiration, Tina!
Congratulations on having more of your writing published.
I envisioned your sons capturing dragonflies. So sweet. 🙂
June 12, 2013 at 5:09 pm
tinamcho
Thanks, Tracy. Yes, I can’t wait to see the illustrations accompanying the rebus!