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
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Around the World in 50 Weeks – Edible Wild Plants in the Alpes Maritimes
I posted some photos/comments on FB this weekend of my hiking/camping trip with my grade 9’s. One of the things I have fun doing in the region is sharing with the kids the many wild plants that are edible. The … Continue reading
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Tagged alpes maritimes, asparagus, cèpes, roquettes, senses, wild plants
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Perfect Picture Book Friday – Many Moons
I have selected a golden oldie to celebrate Princess Week. Many Moons By James Thurber, illustrated by Louis Slobodkin Published by Voyager Books, 1943 Awards: Recipient of the Caldecott Medal in 1944 Ages: 7-11 Themes: Moon, princesses, wisdom, foolishness, fairy … Continue reading
Illustrator Interview – Niki Leonidou
We need a bit of Mediterranean flavour in here, so let’s head on east and down the Mediterranean coast to Greece, to meet Niki Leonidou! Niki is a member of 12×12 and has been graciously sharing her illustrations with other … Continue reading
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Tagged Greece, Illustrator interview, Niki Leonidou, uTales
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