Joanna Marple
In my 20's, with only my guitar and a rucksack, I wandered the continents, immersing myself in the lives of some wonderful people, projects and stories, which changed the way I view my responsibility to others and this earth. Right now I'm a European transplant in the US who writes books for children and young adults that offer readers mirrors and windows. Stories can help us not only navigate our world but also can connect us to others, and allow us to inspire and help each other. I believe that equity and empathy should be at the core of our actions and words. I am also a school librarian and I get a kick out of book-matchmaking!
Diverse Children’s Books
12×12 Challenge
Cybils 2012
Tag Archives: friendship
Monster & Mouse Go Camping – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Monster & Mouse Go Camping Written by: Deborah Underwood Illustrated by: Jared Champman Publisher: HMH, June 2018 Ages: 4-8 Themes: camping, friendship, adventure, monsters, mice, acceptance, resourcefulness. Opening: Monster was having a snack when Mouse burst through the front door. “Let’s … Continue reading
Little Fox in the forest – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Little Fox in the Forest Author & Illustrator: Stephanie Graegin Publisher: Schwartz & Wade Books, 2017 Ages: 4-8 Themes: magical world, reality and make-believe, wordless, friendship, imagination, stuffed animals, imagination Opening Page: Synopsis: A wordless picture book in which two friends follow … Continue reading
Love, Triangle – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Love, Triangle Author: Marcie Colleen Illustrator: Bob Shea Publisher: Balzer & Bray, Oct. 3rd, 2017 Ages: 4-8 Themes: friendships, geometry, puns, shapes, conflict, jealousy Opening: Ever since they were a dot and a speck, Circle and Square’s friendship had a shape of its own. … Continue reading
