Every once in a while I have to break out of my usual picture book interviews to share a special board book with you and today is one of those days! Continue reading
Author: jenabenton
Simply 7 with Jack Wong: THE WORDS WE SHARE
As a teacher, I’ve had many students over the years who have had to translate for their parents at family conferences. That’s why I imagine today’s picture book could have been written by any one of them. Continue reading
Giveaway winner!
It’s time to announce another winner! Continue reading
Simply 7 with Dianna Wilson Sirkovsky: JUST ONE PEBBLE
I love books that empower kids to realize they can do things they might’ve not thought about before. Especially if they’re based on a TRUE story like the book discussed today! Continue reading
Simply 7 with Charlotte Offsay: CHALLAH DAY
Did you know that it’s almost Challah Day? Well today’s picture book celebrates just that. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Rajani LaRocca: MASALA CHAI, FAST AND SLOW
If there is a picture book about tea, you know I have to read it. After all, there are instantly two of my favorite things: tea and picture books! Continue reading
Simply 7 with Jacqueline Jules: SMOKE AT THE PENTAGON
I remember exactly where I was when 9/11 happened. I saw endless images from New York for weeks, but I don’t really recall anything about the happenings at the Pentagon. Today’s picture book uses poetry told from the point of view of children in the vicinity of the Pentagon to recount those circumstances. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Benson Shum & Giveaway: CINDY AND PANDA
If you haven’t had a chance to read today’s author-illustrator picture book yet, have I got a treat for you! Continue reading
Simply 7 with Heather Kinser: NATURE IS A SCULPTOR
Today I get to share another beautiful nonfiction picture book with you. Continue reading
Giveaway Winner
It’s time to announce another winner! Continue reading