Category Archives: conservation

Hawk Rising – PPBF, Giveaway and Q & A with Maria Gianferrari

Posted on June 1, 2018 by Joanna

Title: Hawk Rising Author: Maria Gianferrari Illustrator: Brian Floca Publisher: Roaring Brook Press, 2018, June 5th Ages: 3-7 Themes: hawks, raptors, red-tailed hawks, predators Genre: Narrative non-fiction Opening: Father Hawk stretches wide his wings. You stretch your arms as Mars rises red in the sky. Synopsis: … Continue reading →

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On Gull Beach – Perfect Picture Book Friday

Posted on May 18, 2018 by Joanna

Title: On Gull Beach (On Bird Hill and Beyond #3) Author: Jane Yolen Illustrator: Bob Marstall  Publisher: The CornellLab Publishing Group, 2018 Ages: 4-7 Themes: starfish, beach life, seagulls, predators, Cape Cod, shoreline habitat, ecology, wildlife, New England Opening:  As I was walking on … Continue reading →

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Thank you, Earth – Earth Day 2018, PPBF

Posted on April 20, 2018 by Joanna

Time to celebrate Earth Day, Sunday April 22nd 2018, which I try and do every day. What a privilege and responsibility to be stewards of this planet so rich in beauty and resources. Title: Thank You, Earth – A Love Letter … Continue reading →

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