An Interview with author Kristina Dreisbach
An Interview with author Kristina Dreisbach
Interviewed by Tarak Ghosh
A great way to bring books into a child's life is to put Time limitations on these electronics and other activities
1.You have taught preschool for over 12 years, as a teacher you watched the children very closely. So you have a strong connection with the child psychology. Generally, children like to read fables and fantasy. Would you think the new age children have changed their taste? If yes, why?
Kristina : I think all children no matter what age love to read fables and fantasy books. Children love to hear stories and use their imaginations. I believe parents should monitor though what their child is hearing and reading. There is a lot of stuff out there that is not good for children to hear and read. Books that can steer a child into the wrong things. I wrote my children's book with the Lord's help and I want children to know about God and good things of him. Children need love and guidance and to hear about God. They need to have role models that promote good, healthy and happy lives.
2.Is there any speciality of your book "Winston the Duck and HIs Big Orange Bill" that can attract the children all over the world?
Yes- We as people are made by God and made differently. children see very early differences in each other, whether its skin color, hair color, taller, shorter, thin, heavier weight, etc. They need to be taught that God makes everyone different, but we do not treat each other differently. Never make fun of someone because they are different than you. My book shows children that bullying is not right and when they are bullied, don't worry about others think. They are special in God's eyes and he made them unique, like us all and trust in Jesus and he will always be there for them and help them.
3.Give us an insight into your main characters. What does she/he do that is so special? How did you get the idea?
Kristina : Main characters in the story are Winston the Duck and Mr. Raccoon. Winston knows he is different for a reason and sets out to find that reason on the Cady Cove Lake. He meets Mr Raccoon who wants to go with him on the journey. Winston ends up saving Mr. Raccoon's life with his big orange bill. I know the Lord lead me to write and gave me the words for this book and we also had a duck for two weeks named Winston and I knew if I wrote a book - he would be in it!
4.As a reader, what is your opinion about "Winston the Duck and HIs Big Orange Bill?"
Kristina : My opinion of Winston the Duck is that it is a great children's book. Teaches children and adults about being made by God and that we are all made different and to love each other and know that God has a plan for each one of us. He loves us and wants to save us and help us in this life too. He wants us to be confident in him and also help others and love others.
5.Do you think the new age children are moving away from reading storybooks? If yes, what are the causes behind it and what's the way out?
Kristina : Children today have so much of the internet, iphones, ipads, gaming systems, tv, etc. I still believe books are not on the way out just yet.. In schools books are still read to the children and hopefully at home being read to them as well. A great way to bring books into a child's life is to put Time limitations on these electronics and other activities. Everything in moderation. A good ole book is great for children to pick up and read or be read to. Too many children are sitting with tv or the gaming systems, computer etc. and being left alone or escorted here and there to too many activities. Books are great for children to have time in their room and use their imaginations for play or just spending family time reading bible stories and other good books creating memories together. Children need bonding with their family and reading to them and togetherness is a great way to do it.
6.What inspires you to be a writer?
Kristina : I love to write for children and tell them about God. It's my ministry to teach them the love of Jesus.
7.What type of story and novel do you prefer to write, and why?
I prefer to write fiction. I love using my imagination as well! I also love to put God's word into my stories to teach about him.
8.As a writer, what sociological problem hurts you most?
Kristina : People are trying to take God out of everything now a days. It hurts me to see schools that I can not go into and read to the children because my book is a Christian book. Children need the Lord Jesus and his help. Everyone does. Jesus has been and is the only answer for the world. All the problems and chaos in our world is because of people shutting God and his word out. Children need to know that they are loved and loved by a loving and Heavenly Father who will never leave them nor forsake them. He is their savior and helper. He is for everyone.
9. What advice would you give to the children besides reading story books?
Kristina : Story books are great, but the Bible is greater. Read God's word daily or have a parent read to you.
10.What mentality of average children attract you more?
Kristina : I think kids are so cute and funny. We can learn a lot from them ourselves. I loved watching them play during center time when I taught preschool. I love all children - I can't say anyone is favored. But if I had the choice again of teaching in a classroom- I love teaching the Pre-K. 4 and 5 year olds.
Interviewed by Tarak Ghosh
A great way to bring books into a child's life is to put Time limitations on these electronics and other activities
1.You have taught preschool for over 12 years, as a teacher you watched the children very closely. So you have a strong connection with the child psychology. Generally, children like to read fables and fantasy. Would you think the new age children have changed their taste? If yes, why?
Kristina : I think all children no matter what age love to read fables and fantasy books. Children love to hear stories and use their imaginations. I believe parents should monitor though what their child is hearing and reading. There is a lot of stuff out there that is not good for children to hear and read. Books that can steer a child into the wrong things. I wrote my children's book with the Lord's help and I want children to know about God and good things of him. Children need love and guidance and to hear about God. They need to have role models that promote good, healthy and happy lives.
2.Is there any speciality of your book "Winston the Duck and HIs Big Orange Bill" that can attract the children all over the world?
Yes- We as people are made by God and made differently. children see very early differences in each other, whether its skin color, hair color, taller, shorter, thin, heavier weight, etc. They need to be taught that God makes everyone different, but we do not treat each other differently. Never make fun of someone because they are different than you. My book shows children that bullying is not right and when they are bullied, don't worry about others think. They are special in God's eyes and he made them unique, like us all and trust in Jesus and he will always be there for them and help them.
3.Give us an insight into your main characters. What does she/he do that is so special? How did you get the idea?
Kristina : Main characters in the story are Winston the Duck and Mr. Raccoon. Winston knows he is different for a reason and sets out to find that reason on the Cady Cove Lake. He meets Mr Raccoon who wants to go with him on the journey. Winston ends up saving Mr. Raccoon's life with his big orange bill. I know the Lord lead me to write and gave me the words for this book and we also had a duck for two weeks named Winston and I knew if I wrote a book - he would be in it!
4.As a reader, what is your opinion about "Winston the Duck and HIs Big Orange Bill?"
Kristina : My opinion of Winston the Duck is that it is a great children's book. Teaches children and adults about being made by God and that we are all made different and to love each other and know that God has a plan for each one of us. He loves us and wants to save us and help us in this life too. He wants us to be confident in him and also help others and love others.
5.Do you think the new age children are moving away from reading storybooks? If yes, what are the causes behind it and what's the way out?
Kristina : Children today have so much of the internet, iphones, ipads, gaming systems, tv, etc. I still believe books are not on the way out just yet.. In schools books are still read to the children and hopefully at home being read to them as well. A great way to bring books into a child's life is to put Time limitations on these electronics and other activities. Everything in moderation. A good ole book is great for children to pick up and read or be read to. Too many children are sitting with tv or the gaming systems, computer etc. and being left alone or escorted here and there to too many activities. Books are great for children to have time in their room and use their imaginations for play or just spending family time reading bible stories and other good books creating memories together. Children need bonding with their family and reading to them and togetherness is a great way to do it.
6.What inspires you to be a writer?
Kristina : I love to write for children and tell them about God. It's my ministry to teach them the love of Jesus.
7.What type of story and novel do you prefer to write, and why?
I prefer to write fiction. I love using my imagination as well! I also love to put God's word into my stories to teach about him.
8.As a writer, what sociological problem hurts you most?
Kristina : People are trying to take God out of everything now a days. It hurts me to see schools that I can not go into and read to the children because my book is a Christian book. Children need the Lord Jesus and his help. Everyone does. Jesus has been and is the only answer for the world. All the problems and chaos in our world is because of people shutting God and his word out. Children need to know that they are loved and loved by a loving and Heavenly Father who will never leave them nor forsake them. He is their savior and helper. He is for everyone.
9. What advice would you give to the children besides reading story books?
Kristina : Story books are great, but the Bible is greater. Read God's word daily or have a parent read to you.
10.What mentality of average children attract you more?
Kristina : I think kids are so cute and funny. We can learn a lot from them ourselves. I loved watching them play during center time when I taught preschool. I love all children - I can't say anyone is favored. But if I had the choice again of teaching in a classroom- I love teaching the Pre-K. 4 and 5 year olds.
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