About
Building Up Families with Books
Meet Charlotte Glaze
I’m Charlotte Glaze, an author and illustrator passionate about creating children’s books that encourage dreams, strengthen character, and bring joy to young hearts. With 15 years of teaching experience and a deep love for children’s literature, I help families create meaningful connections through reading.
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
For Families
Discover resources for making story time magical, age-appropriate book recommendations, and activities that bring books to life. Whether you’re looking for bedtime stories, teaching moments, or creative reading activities, you’ll find tools to strengthen your family’s reading journey.
Family Story Time
Discover simple ways to make reading magical and memorable for kids of all ages.
Age-Appropriate Recommendations
Find the perfect books and activities for your child’s developmental stage, from baby to teen.
Interactive Reading Activities
Transform passive listening into dynamic engagement with fingerplays, songs, and hands-on activities.
Teaching Through Stories
Turn everyday reading into powerful teaching moments with discussion guides and creative activities.
For Creators
Join me behind the scenes of children’s book creation. As an aspiring picture book author/illustrator, I share insights into the creative process, from initial sketches to final manuscripts.
Creative Corner
Journey behind the scenes of children’s book creation, from initial sketches to final manuscript.
Author Updates
Follow along with my publishing journey and get insights into the children’s book industry.
Character and Life Lessons
Learn techniques for crafting meaningful stories that build strong character and values.
Seasonal Stories
Explore ways to create timely, relevant content that connects with families throughout the year.
Latest Insights and Updates
When Should You Start Reading to Your Baby?
At 27 weeks pregnant, your baby can already recognize your voice. I remember singing lullabies to my little ones, just to practice, before they were born. Isn’t it amazing that your little baby can already recognize your voice on the day they are born? A familiar...
Best Family Read-Aloud Books: Complete Guide by Age (2024)
"The single most important activity for building the knowledge required for eventual success in reading is reading aloud to children." This powerful finding from the landmark report Becoming a Nation of Readers has stuck with me throughout my journey as both a parent...
How to Make Family Reading Time Special: Ultimate Guide
I have a challenge for you that will transform your bedtime struggles, build quality connections with your children, and prepare your children for lifelong success—all in only 30 minutes a day. Interested? Imagine the stresses of the day melting away, your children...
How to Design a Picture Book Cover | Book Cover Design Tips for Self-Publishing
Designing a Book Cover They say never judge a book by its cover… but let’s be honest, we all do it. And so do your readers! So, it’s important to make sure your book’s cover is something that not only stands out but really invites readers into your story. In this...
Illustrating a Picture Book: How to Go from Dummy to Finished Product
Congratulations! You’ve made it to the final stage, where the magic finally happens. Today we’re taking a picture book dummy to finished book. going to take a picture book from dummy... to finished! And let’s be honest, at this point, the dummy starts to feel more...
Who Does God Say I Am? | Affirmations for Girls
My daughter is nearing her teen years and there are so many voices willing to tell her what to think about herself. I wanted to encourage her to know who God says she is, so I wrote out this list of 36 affirmations from the Bible for teen girls and woman to build character and know their worth and value. The statements are all based on the truths found in the books of Ephesians and Proverbs 31.
Professional Background
- Member of SCBWI (Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators)
- Member of SVS (School of Visual Storytelling)
- Graduate of Oral Roberts University
- Worked professionally in web design, graphic design, and teaching
- 15 years teaching children
Personal Life
I live in Oklahoma with my husband and two children. When not creating stories or art, you’ll find me:
- Traveling the world
- Volunteering at school or church
- Capturing moments through photography
- Belting out show tunes
- Enjoying a cup of tea
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