Today I get to introduce you to a book by a local Alaskan author that I’ve known for a few years now. And no, this is NOT an “Alaskan” book. 😉 Continue reading
Simply 7 with Joana Pastro–“Lillybelle: a Damsel NOT in Distress”
Today I get to share a picture book debut from a talented new author. I love when I get to do that! Continue reading
Simply 7 with Alexandra Alessandri–Feliz New Year, Ava Gabriela!
This has been a full week, but I promise, today I get to introduce you to another picture book that is worth reading about. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Beth Anderson & Jenn Harney–“Smelly Kelly and his Super Senses”
Today I get to talk to another dynamic duo that I’ve been dying to get on my blog. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Julie Rowan-Zoch & Tom Lichtenheld–“Louis”
What happens when a well known illustrator (even an author-illustrator) decides to switch hats and just work as an author? Well, that’s when you get a wonderful book like “Louis” which has the honor of two fantastic creators! Continue reading
Simply 7 with Margo Sorenson–“Calvin Gets the Last Word”
I’m always delighted when I find a picture book told from a unique point of view. Today’s Simply 7 is definitely one of those! Continue reading
Simply 7 with Nicholas Solis–“The Staring Contest”
Today’s Simply 7 is with another picture book debut by an author-illustrator. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Jeanette Bradley–“No Voice Too Small”
Today I get to introduce you to a very special book by interviewing the ILLUSTRATOR. Yes, you heard me right. I won’t be interviewing any authors of this book (though technically, I have already done so with one of the writers in a previous blog about a different book). Continue reading
I’ve had ENOUGH
I’m hoping to explain to anyone who might NOT be a teacher, what is going on over here behind the curtain of the great and powerful Oz. Teachers know. Some parents understand. But there is a great deal of opinion and slander being bandied about that IS NOT BASED ON FACT. However, I’m not going to be addressing that today. I just want to share a slice of my own personal hell so you get a general idea of what is going on over here. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Angela Kunkel–“Digging for Words”
Today I get to share with you a very special book, one that made me cry at its beauty when I thought I already knew the whole story. Continue reading
