To schedule an interview with Lori Jordan-Rice, or to request a review copy of her books, please contact Amy Currie of Phenix & Phenix Literary Publicists at (512) 478-2028 or acurrie@phenixpublicity.com.
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 Local author fights for historical literacy
January 09, 2010
The Lewisville Barnes and Noble will host local author and former LISD teacher Lori Jordan-Rice, whose books explore American history in a “fun” way for children.
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 Book Signing in downtown Fort Worth
January 07, 2010
Northwest News article about Lori Jordan-Rice's first book signing at the Barnes and Noble in Sundance Square in
downtown Fort Worth on Saturday, Jan. 9 at 1 p.m.
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How to Make History Come Alive in the Classroom
January 06, 2010
Effective Teaching Articles features Lori Jordan-Rice's article "How to Make History Come Alive in the Classroom"
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Alumna Writes Children's Book Series
January 04, 2010
An article about Lori and her books.
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UNT Winter 2010 Newsletter
January 04, 2010
UNT College of Education Alumni Newsletter - Winter 2010 features Author Lori Jordan-Rice.
Download the PDF version of the Newsletter
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Babes and Kids Review
December 19, 2009
Book Review: "A short creative, fantasy/ historical fiction chapter book series, intertwined with facts and fictional characters. This is a quick read and would appeal most to elementary school aged children, grades 2 through 5. A good addition to any student’s library or elementary school teacher’s classroom. Can’t wait for the next books in the series to come out!"
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Kids’ book series opens portal to history
December 10, 2009
UNT alumna and author Lori Jordan-Rice to address future teachers on December 16 in the ballroom at UNT’s Gateway Center, 801 North Texas Blvd
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Book Review of Miss Trimble's Trapdoor series
December 09, 2009
Book Review: "The books are written in a way that kids can learn while reading and actually remember what they have learned. These books are great gifts for your little reader and also would make an excellent gift for a classroom reading corner."
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Lori Jordan-Rice to Sign Books in Southlake
December 02, 2009
Critic and contributing writer Leslie Rigoulot of the Southlake Journal, Grapevine Courier, and Colleyville Courier writes about Lori Jordan-Rice's books, "With Miss Trimble’s Trapdoor, she lets a student fall through into the history in action - instead of the inaction that is so often in the classroom."
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Talking Turkey
November 23, 2009
Reporter Sara Arthurs of the Finday, Ohio Courier utilizes Lori Jordan-Rice as an expert on the history of Thanksgiving in her November 23, 2009 article "Talking Turkey."
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Help Kids Learn History with Miss Trimble
November 22, 2009
"A book series by Lori Jordan-Rice is perfect for teaching kids about history without the usual boredom. These books are so entertaining that they may even set kids down the road to being history lovers!"
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The Lessons of History and Imagination
November 19, 2009
Book Review: "A series of fun history books for kids coming out that you won't want to miss. A real treasure for the holidays and beyond!"
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A Homeschool Mom reviews "Miss Trimble's Trapdoor"
November 18, 2009
Book review: "These books are fantastic resources to have on hand in any household. I can't promise A's on every test, but I can say that my kids really, really enjoyed the books - and I did, too!"
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Teaching kids about Thanksgiving
November 15, 2009
Dallas Morning News MOM BLOG features Lori Jordan-Rice's on "Top Ten Things Kids Should Know About Thanksgiving."
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Journey through Miss Trimble’s Trapdoor
November 09, 2009
Book Review: "What I like about these books is not only their obvious appeal as living history books with a character kids can relate too, there is also a moral lesson weaved in."
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Children's Books That Are Fun & Educational
November 07, 2009
Book Review: "Lori Jordan-Rice creates a fantasy world by taking a classroom setting and throwing in a touch of magic to formulate something that children will love."
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Find out How History is Helping Create a Love for Learning
November 04, 2009
Video clip of Lori Jordan-Rice on WFAA Good Morning Texas with Paige McCoy Smith.
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What They Want for Christmas
November 03, 2009
"Miss Trimble’s Trapdoor" book series makes the 2009 Gift Guide.
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Appearance on Good Morning Texas Show
November 02, 2009
"Miss Trimble's Trapdoor" author Lori Jordan-Rice appears on WFAA Channel 8's "Good Morning Texas" with Paige McCoy.
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Article on A Bookworm Reads blog
October 31, 2009
A Bookworm Reads blog on the "Miss Trimble's Trapdoor" series.
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Book Review on A Bookish Mom Blog
October 25, 2009
"A Bookish Mom" gives Miss Trimble 5 STARS!
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Book Review on the Official Blog of 512 Kidz
October 23, 2009
Book Review of Miss Trimble's Trapdoor and Miss Trimble's Trapdoor: The Perseverance of Christopher Columbus.
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How to Make Columbus Day Fun for Your Kids
October 12, 2009
"Tales from the Mom Side" blog features Jordan-Rice's tips on making Columbus Day fun for children.
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Is Columbus Day a Sinking Ship?
October 10, 2009
Palm Beach Post Article by Staci Sturrock credits author Lori Jordan-Rice.
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Columbus Day: Making History Fun for your Children
October 8, 2009
Senior editor of the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series Susan M. Heim posts on her blog about Lori Jordan-Rice's article.
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General Press Release
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Author Biography |
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Author Biography |
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Miss Trimble's Trapdoor |
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Book One |
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