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
Tag Archives: earth
Our Planet! – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Our Planet! There’s No Place Like Earth Author: Stacy McAnulty Illustrator: David Litchfield Publisher: Henry Holt and Company, 2022 Ages: 4-8 Format/Genre: nonfiction Themes: planets, Earth, climate, climate change, energy, renewable energy, flora, fauna, solar system Opening: Hi, I’m Earth.Also known as Planet Awesome.Also … Continue reading
The Earth Gives More – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: The Earth Gives More Author: Sue Fliess Illustrator: Christiane Engel Publisher: Albert Whitman, 2019 Ages: 3-6 Themes: nature, earth, stewardship, earth day, seasons Opening: Feel the wind blow through your hair; as you breathe the clean, fresh air. Synopsis: From leaves falling and … Continue reading
Posted in Children's literature, Earth Day, Perfect Picture Book Friday
Tagged Christiane Engel, earth, Earth Day, nature, seasons, stewardship, Sue Fliess
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Book Reviews – Eco Friendly
Following the eco theme I seem to have going on at the moment, let me introduce you to another couples of green gems for children from ages 2-6. Tod Parr’s The Earth Book , looks like it has been illustrated … Continue reading
