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: turtles
Tortuga Squad – Perfect Picture Book Friday
What a great way to celebrate the UN’s World Wildlife Day, than to introduce the second book in this series about children caring for animals. Title: Tortuga Squad-Kids Saving Sea Turtles in Costa Rica Written and photos by: Cathleen Burnham … Continue reading
Posted in Book recommendation, conservation, endangered species, Perfect Picture Book Friday
Tagged baby animals, Cathleen Burnham, Costa Rica, Endangered Species, environmental conservation, global kids, Marcie Colleen, poaching, teachers guides, Tortuga Squad-Kids Saving Sea Turtles in Costa Rica, turtles, wild animal rescue, World Wildlife Day, youth activism
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Melvin and the Boy – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Melvin and the Boy Written and illustrated by Lauren Castillo Published by Henry Holt and Company LLC, 2011 Ages: 2-5 Themes: pets, turtles as pets, doing the right thing Opening line: I really want a pet, but I always hear “No.” … Continue reading
Author – Kate Banks
Kate Banks lives with her family here in the South of France. Because of her geographical proximity, when I was librarian at our school, I was able to invite her to do an author’s visit with our primary classes. What … Continue reading
