As any kid (or former kid) knows, one of the fundamentals of social-emotional development is learning how to share. Whether it’s sharing a toy or snack, attention from others, or even one’s feelings, sharing with others is the bedrock of cooperation and social connection. Even Steven, the titular protagonist of Carrie Finison's new picture book, … Continue reading How to Get Little Readers Excited about Equity with Carrie Finison
Hello, friends! Our book today is No Boring Stories!, written by Julie Falatko and illustrated by Charles Santoso, a hilarious yet poignant look at the creative process. Bunny has a head full of wonderful and strange story ideas, but her fellow “cute and cuddly” creators just don’t seem to get what she’s about. Seeing a … Continue reading No Boring Stories! (Julie Falatko)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Brave Jane Austen: Reader, Writer, Author, Rebel, written by Lisa Pliscou and illustrated by Jen Corace, a picture book biography of the world-famous author. Little Jane was born to a humble household in England, loving parents, a sister and six brothers, and a household full of the boys her … Continue reading Brave Jane Austen: Reader, Writer, Author, Rebel (Lisa Pliscou)
The Baby Bookworm 