A River’s Gifts: The Mighty Elwha River Reborn Author: Patricia Newman Illustrator: Natasha Donovan Published September 6th, 2022 by Millbrook Press Summary: A mighty river. A long history. For thousands of years, the Elwha river flowed north to the sea. The river churned with salmon, which helped feed bears, otters, and eagles. The Lower Elwha … Read more
I am so lucky to have the opportunity to teach Children’s Literature this year at the University of Central Florida. To have the opportunity to work with future teachers are they determine their point of view as an educator is such an awesome experience. I am so glad to be part of their journey! My … Read more
It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? Sharing Picture Books, Early Readers, Middle Grade Books, and Young Adult Books for All Ages! It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? is a weekly blog hop co-hosted by Unleashing Readers and Teach Mentor Texts which focuses on sharing books marketed for children and young adults. It offers opportunities to share and recommend … Read more
It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? Sharing Picture Books, Early Readers, Middle Grade Books, and Young Adult Books for All Ages! It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? is a weekly blog hop co-hosted by Unleashing Readers and Teach Mentor Texts which focuses on sharing books marketed for children and young adults. It offers opportunities to share and recommend … Read more
Susie B. Won’t Back Down Author: Margaret Finnegan Published October 5th, 2021 by Atheneum Books for Young Readers Summary: This funny, big-hearted novel about a young girl’s campaign for student council president is told through letters to her hero Susan B. Anthony. Susie B. has a lot to say. Like how it’s not fair that … Read more
Be the Dragon: 9 Keys to Unlocking Your Inner Magic Author: Catherine J. Manning Illustrator: Melanie Demmer Published: September 14, 2021 by Workman Summary: There is magic inside you if you only dare to look. Dragons are the heroes we need. They have fires in their bellies, wisdom in their eyes, and hearts big enough … Read more
“Using Similes and Metaphors to Spark Conversations about the Power of Empathy” One of the most important things we can do as parents and educators is encourage kids to be kind. Not only does fostering a culture of kindness and empathy create a positive learning environment, but it also improves kids’ sense of well-being and … Read more
