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Books & Cooks Letter I: Italian Herb Blend
This year I’m going to be combining two of my passions – cooking and kid lit for Books & Cooks! I’ll be bringing you great recipes based on spices of the alphabet that pair perfectly with kid lit books! Next up? The letter I and comforting Italian herb blend! Spice: Italian Herb…
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Books & Cooks Letter F: Fenugreek
This year I’m going to be combining two of my passions – cooking and kid lit for Books & Cooks! I’ll be bringing you great recipes based on spices of the alphabet that pair perfectly with kid lit books! Next up? The letter F and maple-y fenugreek! Spice: Fenugreek If you’ve ever…
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16 East Asian Picture Book Illustrators
Introduction I wanted to do something after hearing about East Asian and Asian American people being harassed because of the coronavirus. I think it’s ridiculous that people are using a global pandemic as an excuse to be racist. So I’m choosing to spend the next week being an ally of…
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20 East Asian Picture Book Authors
I wanted to do something after hearing about East Asian and Asian American people being harassed because of the coronavirus. I think it’s ridiculous that people are using a global pandemic as an excuse to be racist. So I’m choosing to spend the next week being an ally of East…
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Four on Friday: The Unexpected
If you’re looking for some picture books that will pique a child’s interest, then look no further than these four titles! Today’s Four on Friday: The Unexpected theme includes stories that have unexpected parts that will definitely keep you on your toes. And you’ll definitely have kids hanging on every…
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Four on Friday: Worries
Yesterday, I posted about a new normal, which I know is something everyone is trying to figure out right now. With schools closed, parents working from home, and the threat of catching coronavirus if you leave your house, it’s stressful! But for kids, especially young ones, it can be extremely…
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Four on Friday: Wiggly Worms
I picked up What About Worms!? by Ryan T. Higgins at the PLA Conference and instantly fell in love which is what inspired this Four On Friday: Wiggly Worms book list. I love Ryan’s sense of humor and adorable drawings. If you’re not familiar with Ryan’s, definitely check out Mother…
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Four on Friday: Country Music
Inspired by Nashville and its title as Music City, USA I’m sharing country music picture books today for Four on Friday! Although not my favorite genre of music, I think it’s important to expose kids to all sorts of styles of music and instruments. These books are a fun way…
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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
I’m spending the week in Nashville for the Publica Library Association (PLA) Conference. This conference focuses on trends and issues facing public librarians and moves around the country every other year. I’ve never been to Nashville, so I’m excited to explore the Music City. I’m going to be really busy…
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2020 CLEL Bell Award Winners
In the midst of January changing over to February, I missed the announcement of the 2020 CLEL Bell Award Winners! Colorado Libraries for Early Literacy (CLEL) is an amazing resource for librarians, teachers, parents, and caregivers with great book suggestions and tips and tricks for storytimes. I’m a huge proponent…
