Mary Jo is a storyteller, author, songwriter, and Early Childhood Educator. Her work has received NAPPA GOLD, iParenting, Parent's Choice, Dove, Teacher's Choice, Kid's First, and Mom's Choice awards. "Storytelling for Kids!" was awarded CD of the year by Creative Child Magazine. Mary Jo travels nationally, doing workshops with teachers and librarians. Pre-K to 5th grade school visits is filled with stories, puppets, and music. The second editions, Story Play and Puppet Play, are available on her website and Amazon.
No, No, Ebenezer is a picture book about an adorable dachshund and his feistiness. Chicken Fun and Going on a Gator Hunt are picture books for young children and
The Predictable Persimmon will be available in 2025. Stories and songs are in the Frog Street curriculum, and Gryphon House, Monday Morning, and Storytellin' Time Press have publications. Mary Jo has presented in 47 states and three countries as an experienced Early Childhood educator, author, and storyteller.