Childsplay Theatre Company will bring their production of Tomas and the Library Lady, based on Pat’s book, to the Tempe (AZ) Center for the Arts Oct. 21 through Nov. 12, 2017. Tickets are on sale now at www.childsplayaz.org or at … Continue reading →
Mattawa Elementary School, in the Wahluke School District in Mattawa, Washington, has received the 2017 Estela and Raúl Mora Award, an honor given by Pat and her sister in partnership with First Book. The award recognizes literacy activities during the … Continue reading →
As far back as I can remember, Pat Smith has been warm and generous to me and a wonderful Children’s Day, Book Day (Día) supporter. She is the former Executive Director of the Texas Library Association (TLA), the largest state … Continue reading →
The Song of St. Francis and the Animals celebrates the tender relationship between the beloved saint and the animals whom he cherished. Woodcut artist David Frampton captures the exuberant songs of Francis and the animals in charming, colorful woodcuts that … Continue reading →
I am in the final phase of my seventh poetry collection for adults (the first six are: Agua Santa: Holy Water, Adobe Odes, Aunt Carmen’s Book of Practical Saints, Communion, Borders and Chants). As I read, re-read, and tweak, the … Continue reading →
