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. Stories can help us not only navigate our world but 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 all actions, words, and stories. I am also a school librarian and I get a kick out of book-matchmaking! And I use the pronouns she/her.
Diverse Children’s Books
12×12 Challenge
Category Archives: Perfect Picture Book Friday
Big Breath – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Big Breath, A Guided Meditation for Kids Author: William Meyer Illustrator: Brittany R. Jacobs Publisher: New World Library, Aug. 2019 Ages: 4-7 Genre: Nonfiction Themes: meditation, relaxation, breathing Opening: Find a comfy spot, Maybe on a squishy cushion, or a comfy blanket. Synopsis: Each page … Continue reading
Squanto’s Journey – Perfect Picture Book Friday (Thanksgiving)
Title: Squanto’s Journey, The Story of the First Thanksgiving Author: Joseph Bruchac Illustrator: Greg Shed Publisher: Silver Whistle, Harcourt Inc, 2000 Ages: 7-11 Genre: Nonfiction Themes: Native American History, Native American Month, Thanksgiving, Squanto, Thanksgiving Opening: My story is both strange and true. I was … Continue reading
The People Shall Continue – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: The People Shall Continue Author: Simon J. Ortiz Illustrator: Sharol Graves Publisher: Lee & Low Books, 2017 40th Anniversary Addition Ages: 6-10 Genre: Narrative nonfiction Themes: Native American History, Native American month, oppression, civil rights, conservation, respect Opening: Many, many years ago, all … Continue reading
