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: thankfulness
We Are Grateful, Otsaliheliga – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: We Are Grateful, Otsaliheliga Written by: Traci Sorell Illustrated by: Frané Lessac Publisher: Charlesbridge, Sept. 2018 Ages: 4-8 Themes: thankfulness, seasons, Cherokee, Cherokee language, community Opening: Cherokee people say otsaliheliga to express gratitude. It is a reminder to celebrate our blessings and … Continue reading
Thank you, Earth – Earth Day 2018, PPBF
Time to celebrate Earth Day, Sunday April 22nd 2018, which I try and do every day. What a privilege and responsibility to be stewards of this planet so rich in beauty and resources. Title: Thank You, Earth – A Love Letter … Continue reading
Posted in conservation, Earth Day
Tagged colors, concepts, conservation, Earth - A Love Letter to Our Planet, environmentalism, nature, shapes, Thank You, thankfulness, the earth, wonders
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New Year in a Word
As my blog followers know, I like to begin the year with an inspirational post on January 1st with a focus WORD, goals for the new year and a reflection on the past twelve months. I am a week late, … Continue reading
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Tagged Brooklyn, Children's author, Devon, Diane Perruzzi, Emma Dryden, France, Hazel Mitchell, London, Marcie Colleen, MFA, new year, New York, Nice, SCBWI, serenity, Susanna Hill, thankfulness, word for the year
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