Do you know what’s better than seeing your friends succeed in publishing picture books? Watching their work grow. Continue reading
Simply 7 interview
Simply 7 with Abi Cushman & Giveaway: WOMBATS ARE PRETTY WEIRD
I absolutely adore a good funny book. Today’s picture book is both funny AND nonfiction by a funny author-illustrator. I can’t wait to share it with you. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Rajani LaRocca: SUMMER IS FOR COUSINS
Summer is almost here. Today’s picture book is a celebration of summer, fun, and family. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Laura Seely-Pollack: CAVE GIRL’S BIG IDEA
In the vast array of picture books with cave people, I’ve yet to see a cave girl who craves the comfort of something other than a cave. Until today. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Terry Pierce & Nadja Sarell & Giveaway: HELLO, MEADOW!
Meadows are wonderful places and this year, more than ever, people are visiting them to see the Superblooms. Don’t know what that is? Read on! Continue reading
Simply 7 with Marsha Diane Arnold: ONE SMALL THING
As I end my school year with students bickering over every little thing this year, I’m desperate for picture books about kindness. The book we get a peek at today is a beautiful example. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Jack Wong: WHEN YOU CAN SWIM
Today I get to share a stunning author-illustrator debut picture book with you. Just wait until you take a peek inside! Continue reading
Simply 7 with Jenna Beatrice & Erika Lynne Jones: THE LOUD LIBRARIAN
I have a student this year who cannot speak lower than a level 5 (though his favorite volume is 11). Today’s picture book not only made me laugh, but it made me think of him. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Candace Spizzirri: FINLEY: A MOOSE ON THE CABOOSE
Any time a picture book is set in Alaska, I immediately find a need to track it down. That was certainly the case with today’s picture book. Continue reading
Simply 7 with Gabi Snyder & Giveaway: COUNT ON US!
Today is Earth Day and what better day to celebrate a picture book about environmental activism? Continue reading