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: Perfect Picture Book Friday
Perfect Picture Book Friday – Dot
Dot Written and illustrated by Patricia Intriago Farrar Strauss Giroux, 2011, Fiction Suitable for: ages 3-6 Themes/Topics: Circles/Dots in daily life. Opposites. Emotions. Opening and brief synopsis: “Stop Dot. Go Dot. Fast Dot. Slow Dot.” This is a uniqique concept … Continue reading
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Perfect Picture Book Friday – What’s New at the Zoo?
What’s New at the Zoo Written by Betty Comden and Adolph Green and illustrated by Travis Foster Blue Apple Books, 2011, Fiction Suitable for: ages 3-7 Themes/Topics: Even in crowded conditions can’t they all just get along? Strong visuals for … Continue reading
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Perfect Picture Book Friday – The Last Dragon
For Perfect Picture Book Friday this week I am continuing my Asian theme. The Last Dragon Written by Susan Miho Nunes and illustrated by Chris K Soentpiet Clarion Books, 1995, Fiction Suitable for: ages 5-8 Themes/Topics: Chinese New Year, Chinatown … Continue reading
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Tagged Chinatown, Chinese New Year, New York, Perfect Picture Book Friday
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