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
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Tag Archives: whales
Wild Orca – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Wild Orca, the Oldest, Wisest Whale in the World Written by: Brenda Peterson Illustrated by: Wendell Minor Publisher: Christy Ottaviano Books, September 2018 Ages: 4-8 Themes: whales, conservation, connection, orcas, wildlife, Opening: On the longest day of summer light. Mia … Continue reading
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Tagged animal communication, Brenda Peterson, wendell minor, whale-watching, whales, Wild Orca
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The Whale in My Swimming Pool – PPBF
Title: The Whale in My Swimming Pool Written and illustrated by: Joyce Wan Published by: Farrer, Strauss, Giroux, 2015 Themes/Topics: swimming (paddling) pool, whale, boy Suitable for ages: 2-5 Opening: Race you to the pool! Whoa… … Continue reading
if you want to see a whale – PPBF book recommendation
Title: if you want to see a whale Written by Julie Flogliano, Illustrated by Erin E. Stead Published by Roaring Book Press, May 2013 Ages: 2-5 Themes: patience, whale-watching Opening line: If you want to see a whale … Continue reading
