Larson's writing and Roy's illustrations complement each other so well, this book is truly a work of art.
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Big Picture 14: Small Wonders, Big Possibilities
In the Palm of My Hand, written by Jennifer Raudenbush, illustrated by Isabella Conti. Although April in Chicago had its fair share of gray skies and blustery winds, it teased us with sunshine, warmth, and brilliant blue skies. May brings promises of more beautiful weather and more time spent outdoors, making In the Palm of… Continue reading Big Picture 14: Small Wonders, Big Possibilities
Big Picture 13: Food Waste
Fridge-opolis, written by Melissa Coffey, illustrated by Josh Cleland. April is here! And Earth Day is right around the corner, which is why I am very excited to share Melissa Coffey and Josh Cleland's book, Fridge-opolis. Fridge-opolis is a delightful read-aloud about a city dealing with pollution and overcrowding. If you haven't already guessed from… Continue reading Big Picture 13: Food Waste
Big Picture 12: Immigration
Cover of It's a Wonderful Story. Written by Amanda Rose, illustrated by Anne Rikta. When author, Amanda Rose, asked me if I would be interested in reading her picture book about a German immigration story, I jumped at the chance! Immigration stories are fascinating and, since my own family also immigrated from Germany, I had… Continue reading Big Picture 12: Immigration
Big Picture 9: Cycles
Visit author Shelley Moore Thomas' website here and illustrator Melissa Castrillón's site here. Hello and Happy New Year! The New Year is the perfect time to reflect on beginnings and endings and this post features a book about both. Beginning is written by Shelley Thomas Moore, illustrated by Melissa Castrillón, and was released in 2022… Continue reading Big Picture 9: Cycles
Big Picture 8: Emotional Intelligence
Visit Deborah Marcero's website here. Browse her work, order a print, or purchase one of her books. I like to make my friends laugh by saying that everything I know, I learned from picture books, but in many cases it's true! The life lessons and knowledge gleaned from picture books are not to be underestimated.… Continue reading Big Picture 8: Emotional Intelligence
Big Picture 7: Community
Order your own copy of Steve Goetz's Old MacDonald had a Truck here. Find more work by illustrator, Eda Kaban here. Wow! It's been a loooong time since I posted, but this summer kept me super busy with travel, family and friends. I hope you also enjoyed your time these last few months, whether it… Continue reading Big Picture 7: Community
Big Picture 6: Persistence
Check out author, Julie Leung's website. Check out illustrator, Julie Kwon's website. May is Asian/Pacific Heritage Month and I am celebrating with a post about Hazel Ying Lee, the first Chinese American female pilot in the U.S. military. Hazel Ying Lee joined the military in 1943, when the Women's Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) program was… Continue reading Big Picture 6: Persistence
Big Picture 5: Informed Decisions, Part 2
Check out author, Lisa Wheeler's website. Check out illustrator, Zachariah Ohora's website. As promised, here is part 2 of The Pet Project. If you're looking for some resources for writing poetry for ELLs, check out this post from ¡Colorín colorado! Standards CCSS SL.2.1 Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about grade 2 topics and texts with peers… Continue reading Big Picture 5: Informed Decisions, Part 2
Big Picture 5: Informed Decisions
Check out author, Lisa Wheeler's website. Check out illustrator, Zachariah Ohora's website. Go into any school or library this month and it's hard to miss--National Poetry Month. You can read more about it here. While you're there, be sure to check out the list, 30 Ways to Celebrate National Poetry Month in the Classroom. If… Continue reading Big Picture 5: Informed Decisions
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