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THE KITE THAT BRIDGED TWO NATIONS: A Picture Book Review

 I can't seem to get enough of beautiful nonfiction picture books. I'm particularly drawn to "unknown heroes" who authors discover and bring to life. As my husband's 91-year-old uncle has said to me many times, he wishes he had books like those when he was a child. REVIEWThe Kite That Bridged Two Nations (Calkins Creek, 2013) is the second picture… Continue reading THE KITE THAT BRIDGED TWO NATIONS: A Picture Book Review

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JACOB RIIS'S CAMERA: Bringing Light to Tenement Children- A Picture Book Biography

Congratulations to my newest follower, Janet Frenck Sheets who won CAVE DADA PICKY EATER form last week's blog. Here's a hint to my faithful followers. When I offer to give you extra chances by sharing my blog on social media or becoming a new follower, take me up on it! Many times those people win!   … Continue reading JACOB RIIS'S CAMERA: Bringing Light to Tenement Children- A Picture Book Biography