Books

Books by Anna J. Small Roseboro

Uplifting Stories. Thoughtful Reflections. Timeless Lessons

Discover the inspiring works of educator, poet, and storyteller Anna J. Small Roseboro. From heartfelt fiction to engaging poetry and practical educational resources, her books celebrate faith, family, and the transformative power of words.

Top Anna J. Small Roseboro titles

ONE, TWO, THREE: Time for Me!

In ONE, TWO, THREE: Time for ME?, a stand-alone sequel to the Robertson family saga, characters grapple with life-altering decisions that challenge their personal, financial, social, and spiritual values, as they seek what’s right for themselves and those they love.

EXPERIENCE POEMS AND PICTURES

EXPERIENCE POEMS AND PICTURES is a unique collection of faith-inspired poetry, diverse artwork from the U.S. and Sri Lanka, and creative prompts that invite readers of all ages to explore, reflect, and create their own art and writing.

Rainbow Reminders

This book explores the emotional and cultural significance of colors across global traditions, illustrating how the colors of the rainbow reflect diverse ways of thinking, believing, and feeling in Western, Far Eastern, Middle Eastern, Indian, and African cultures.

Two, One, Now Three

In this thought-provoking work of Christian fiction, author Anna J. Small Roseboro explores what it means to prioritize love, revealing how actions—more than words—shape how others perceive faith and compassion in moments of moral dilemma.

Getting Started

This practical guide by Anna J. Small Roseboro provides novice English teachers with insightful strategies to foster metacognitive awareness, encourage collaborative learning, and create academically rigorous, relevant classroom experiences.

THREE, TWO, ONE: Time to Run?

In this compelling work of biblical fiction, Anna J. Small Roseboro continues the Robertson family saga as they confront the fallout of Louis’s infidelity, exploring faith, redemption, and the power of God’s perfect love to guide them through life’s toughest decisions.

Cindy & Sandy Learn about Elephants

Follow sisters Cindy and Sandy as they explore differing facts about elephants, learning to verify information through family, teachers, and guided online research in this engaging story about curiosity and critical thinking.

Sweethearts Of Zion’s Hill

This charming collection—edited by Anna J. Small Roseboro, Verneal Y. Mitchell, and Stella R. Calloway—shares thirty stories of couples who found love and lifelong partnership after meeting on the campgrounds of Zion’s Hill in West Middlesex, Pennsylvania.

On Zion’s Hill: A Novel

Angie and Ken—both focused on college and determined to avoid distractions—grapple with an unexpected attraction during the 1963 Zion’s Hill church camp. As they reflect on heartfelt, faith-filled experiences, they must decide whether to follow their hearts and risk changing the course of their futures.

Teaching Middle School Language Arts

This comprehensive guide provides middle school language arts teachers with a full year of multimedia, standards-aligned lessons, integrating practical strategies to engage diverse, tech-savvy students through multiple intelligences, cross-cultural awareness, and 21st-century literacies.

Experimenta Poemas e Ilustraciones

This bilingual collection combines original poems and artwork from teens and adults in the U.S. and Sri Lanka, inviting readers to observe, reflect, and create their own writing and art, making it an inspiring resource for classrooms and creative communities.

GRAMPOPPA: A Poem with Pictures

Through tender free verse and vivid illustrations, this heartfelt book celebrates the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren, inviting readers of all ages to create their own poems about loved ones.

Gedichte und Bildern erlebe

GEDICHTE UND BILDER ERLEBEN kombiniert originelle, aus einer Glaubensperspektive verfasste Gedichte mit Kunstwerken von Jugendlichen und Erwachsenen aus den USA und Sri Lanka und bietet Anregungen zum Betrachten, Beschreiben und kreativen Gestalten neuer Bilder.

Not Intimidating

This practical guide supports middle school teachers—whether new or transitioning—in designing culturally relevant fiction, nonfiction, and media lessons. It includes clear grading policies, genre-specific literary instruction, and diverse text selections that engage students and broaden their perspectives nationwide.

More about Writing

This guide empowers new and transitioning middle school teachers to confidently teach reading, writing, and discussion skills by offering practical strategies for meaningful student writing—engaging learners while minimizing grading demands on educators.

Teaching Reading in the Middle School

Serving over 670,000 middle school teachers who educate nearly 13 million diverse students nationwide, this guide offers practical, time-efficient strategies for teaching language arts to multicultural, tech-savvy adolescents in today’s connected communities.

Teaching Writing in the Middle School

With over 670,000 middle school teachers educating nearly 13 million students—many in rapidly diversifying regions—this guide offers practical, time-efficient language arts strategies tailored to the needs of 21st-century, multicultural, and tech-savvy adolescents.

Marsha, My Friend

Born from a special connection during COVID-19, this heartfelt poetry collection honors Marsha Harjo’s journey as she embraces her Native American heritage and poetic voice—both deeply inspired by the legacy of Poet Laureate Joy Harjo.

Expériences avec des poèmes et des illustrations

Expériences avec des poèmes et des illustrations est une collection bilingue de poèmes inspirés par la foi et d’œuvres d’art variées, créées par des adolescents et des adultes des États-Unis et du Sri Lanka. Elle est accompagnée de directives en anglais et en français pour encourager l’expression créative, l’observation réfléchie et la production artistique en contexte éducatif.

Rainbow Reminders: What the Colors Tell Us: Extra-Curricular Activities

Here are step-by-step guidelines to maximize features in Rainbow Reminders as you explore and reinforce knowledge and skills about Creative Writing and also S.T.R.E.A.M. topics of Science, Technology, Reflecting on Religions, Faiths, and Cultures; Energy, Ecology, and English skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening, multi-modal collaborations), Arts, Math, and Music.

Planning with Purpose

Planning with Purpose: A Handbook for New College Teachers offers practical guidance on lesson planning, grading, and classroom management for graduate teaching assistants and new instructors. It provides adaptable strategies grounded in proven pedagogical principles to support effective mentoring and teaching across diverse college settings.