I love trees. I grew up in forests and I notice them growing everywhere I travel. I’m fascinated with them and they’re many variations. So when I found out about today’s picture book? I couldn’t wait to share it with you. Continue reading
Author: jenabenton
Simply 7 with Stef Wade–“Q & U Call it Quits”
As a first grade teacher, I’m very familiar with the phonics young readers need to learn to grasp the various sounds in words. Today I get to share a fun book with you that I think should be in every Kindergarten and First grade classroom to help with that goal. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Shelli Johannes–“Theo Thesaurus: the Dinosaur Who Loved Big Words”
Today I get to introduce you to a writer who is truly versatile. Not only has she written a picture book (which I get to share with you today), but she’s also written early readers, middle grade, and YA! Continue reading
Simply 7 with Linda Ashman–“Phoebe Dupree is Coming to Tea!”
I know I’m almost always excited to discuss picture books with you, but today that level of excitement is amped up. Today I get to share with you a book by one of my writing superheroes. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Benjamin Flouw–“Constellation of the Deep”
Today I get to introduce you to a picture book author-illustrator from France! Continue reading
Simply 7 with Neesha Hudson–“Turtle in a Tree”
Today I get to share a funny new picture book by a debut author-illustrator! Continue reading
I survived & “The Giving Teacher”
School got out here in my school district on May 20th for the kiddos, the 21st for teachers. I officially survived the school year. I didn’t think I’d make it, but I took it one day at a time. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Vern Kousky–“Milo is Missing Something”
Today I get to share the cutest little octopus with you from author-illustrator Vern Kousky. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Lily Murray–“Monet’s Cat”
If you like Monet’s paintings, you will love today’s picture book! Continue reading
Simply 7 with Terry Pierce & Nadja Sarell–“Eat Up, Bear!”
Today’s Simply 7 is with both the author AND the illustrator about a board book that feels perfect for Alaskan babies. It’s all about bear safety! Continue reading
