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: review
Big Snow – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Big Snow Author & Illustrator: Jonathan Bean Publisher: Farrar Strauss Giroux, 2013 Themes: Anticipation, excitement, first snowfall of season Awards: Charlotte Zolotow Award Nominee for Highly Commended Title, 2014 Ages: 3-5 Opening: “Mom,” said David, “when will it snow?” “I think … Continue reading
The STORM WHALE – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: The STORM WHALE Written and illustrated by: Benji Davies Published by: Henry Holt and Company, LLC., 2013 Themes/Topics: whales, loneliness, father/son relationships Suitable for ages: 3-7 Fiction, 32 pages Opening: Noi lived with his dad and six cats by … Continue reading
Icarus Swinebuckle – Interactive Picture Book
Title: Icarus Swinebuckle Witten and Illustrated by Michael Garland Published by Giant Atom Category: Books Ages: 5-8 Themes: pigs, greek myths, flying, believing in one’s dreams Platform: iPad – (requires iOS 3.2 or later) Release Date: August 31st, 2011 Price: $ 0.99 App available at: Apple iTunes Store … Continue reading
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