Steel Crab Industries, Inc.

Steel Crab Industries, Inc. Jeni Kocher Zerphy
Illustration, Graphic Arts, & Photography! Member of SCBWI, KSRA;
Gifted Support Who? Married a submariner! Moved a lot! What? Why? Be industrious!

Teacher,
Children's Author/Illustrator,
Graphic Artist, Photographer

Grew up in Lehigh Valley, PA. Graduated from Penn State University, College of Education. Used to take son to dinner with dad onboard the submarine, when dad was on duty. Taught students of all ages in private, public, and home schools. Loves the water, critters, and science. Dances often, sings occasionally, and eats popcorn d

aily! A company dedicated to creativity in my Children’s Book Writing/Illustration, Graphic Arts, & Photography! The red crab with the anchor on his arm is a character from my book, Submarine. We began referring to him as “Steel Crab,” since the page he is on talks about the strength of the steel hull. However, “Steel Crab” also represents things that are very important to my family and my artwork:

STEEL
Steel is very strong and as a verb, steel means to fill with resolution or determination. In other words, make it happen. Following your dreams is hard work! Steel represents PA. I am originally from Klecknersville, PA near Bethlehem Steel aka “The Steel.” Many of my relatives worked for “The Steel”- a steel producer. CRAB
CRAB represents MD. We lived in Annapolis, MD, blue crab central, for many years. Blue Crabs are really strong, fast, and fleeting, often difficult to catch, sort of like, ideas . . . peering over the side of the pier into the murky water, net in hand . . .where is it, it was just here, now I can’t see it at all, oh, there it is. . . Plus, let’s face it, they are delicious. My husband, also from the same small town in PA as me, attended the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. As a verb, crab means to scuttle or scurry sideways. In other words, life isn’t always a clear linear path. Better put your cross-trainers on! INDUSTRIES
Refers to the habit of working hard and steadily. There is more than one way to make it happen! Do something! Create and Celebrate!

01/10/2024

12/05/2023

No child should EVER suffer. No humans should suffer, but children - no matter where they live - should have the freedom of having a peaceful, safe and joyful childhood. My heart breaks when I see the news - footage of parents holding their injured or lifeless children in their arms - or children orphaned wailing in greif. We can be silent about these conflicts around the world or we can say something. Speaking up is doing something, but we can do more- not just with relief aid, but by using all tools available to prevent conflict and tragedy in the first place.

12/04/2023
Great Holiday Gift!!
12/04/2023

Great Holiday Gift!!

Submarine the board book makes a great gift for your youngest explorers! Available at Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago, USS Midway Museum, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Submarine Force Museum Association and USS Nautilus, Moravian Book Shop in Bethlehem, The Animal Kingdom, Webster's Bookstore & Cafe, Barnes & Noble, Amazon, www.steelcrab.com, and more.

12/04/2023

Always fun seeing my books translated into different languages! Any guesses which edition this is? The English edition is published by ❤️

12/03/2023

Wordle 897 4/6

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12/03/2023

Connections
Puzzle #175
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12/03/2023

🤖 Rovin' Robotics 🤖

Our next camp is coming up on Wednesday December 27 & Thursday December 28! Register today at DiscoverySpace.org/camps

Lights, sensors, and sounds... oh my! Have you ever wondered how a remote-control car works to avoid a collision course? Enter the world of coding and robotics by making your own roving robot!

I'm so excited!!
12/03/2023

I'm so excited!!

ONE WEEK until our Members-Only Webinar! Become a member and join us on Thursday, December 7, at 7:00 p.m. for an exclusive behind-the-scenes virtual tour of the new museum with Director Erin M. Coe! Students can join the Friends of the Palmer Museum of Art for absolutely free to get access to this and future events exclusive to members.

We are excited to share this preview of our new permanent collection and special exhibition galleries. The director will update members on the progress of the construction and will unveil the date of our Opening Celebration! Assistant Director Joyce Robinson will also join for an overview of the museum’s opening exhibition, MADE in PA.

Don't miss this opportunity for a sneak peek into the new museum!

12/03/2023

Life is a one time offer, use it well.

Full belly. (Axolotl babies are transparent which allows you to know if they are eating enough.)
12/03/2023

Full belly. (Axolotl babies are transparent which allows you to know if they are eating enough.)

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