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: Susanna Leonard Hill
The Blue Roses – Perfect Picture Book Friday
New friends these days so often mean new stories. It’s one of the thrills of belonging to creative communities – sharing in others’ creative works, getting glimpses into their lives through their books. No less than three author friends gave … Continue reading
Perfect Picture Book Friday – this plus that
Written by Amy Krouse Rosenthal, Illustrated by Jen Corace Published by Harper Collins, 2011 Ages: 3+ Hardcover: 32 Pages – readily available Themes: Equations, expected and unexpected combinations, concept picture book. First Lines/synopsis: “1+1 = Us” “Yes+No = maybe” This is a collection of life’s equations showing … Continue reading
The Pencil – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Today’s book is one of those you’ll have no problem reading again and again to your class, and it will always spark some great creative activity as a result. The Pencil Written by Alan Ahlberg, Illustrated by Bruce Ingman Published … Continue reading
