In this Teacher Kasie Live, I’m sitting down with children’s book author Melissa Burch—yes, the Melissa behind The Three Bears, Blondie, and Their Spaghetti—and we’re talking all about her two brand-new children’s books that are launching through Kickstarter. I share why I’m genuinely excited about this release and why, if you’re a teacher or homeschool parent who loves fresh read-aloud options, you’re going to want these titles on your radar. We dig into Melissa’s inspiration and her journey as an indie children’s book author, plus the behind-the-scenes reality of how Kickstarter helps bring kids’ books to life. I also talk through why projects like this matter for classrooms and homeschool routines: new stories keep read-aloud time fun, spark better discussions, and give you more options for building themed lessons. If you’re looking for children’s books for 2025, want to support indie picture books, or just want something engaging for family reading, this interview is packed with reasons to go check out Melissa’s Kickstarter and share it with a friend.