MORE POSTS FROM MARCH 2008
During the month of March, two of the four elementary schools I work at hold Battle of the Books. Students work in teams and have a month to read 10 different books. When the month is over they go head to head with other teams in a winner take all trivia challenge. Inspired by my […]
Issue numero uno of Notes from the Horn Book is now hitting inboxes. On top of having a great name, the monthly e-newsletter also has some great content to peruse. You’ve got your author interview with “Mr. NAYPL”, books to keep an eye out for, and even some children’s lit Q and A. Click the […]
Did you know “Harriet the Spy” was a controversial, culture-shifting force in the world of children’s lit? How about that “Harriet” was banned at some schools when it debuted in 1964? I was not aware. At least not until I listened to this clip from NPR’s Morning Edition Click the play button below to have […]
Amulet (Book #1 – The Stonekeeper) By Kazu Kibuishi Graphix (Scholastic) ISBN 9780439846813 $9.99 Grades 5-7 In Stores I’m going to go ahead and say something that will not surprise you at all, so please don’t do a mocking spit-take with your morning coffee: graphic novels are unique. They have the ability to draw in […]
Well, the madness is over and the winner has been declared. Karin from good ol’ Minnesota is now the owner of “Canned” by Alex Shearer. Note to everyone who participated and didn’t win: with any luck we’ll be doing this whole giveaway thing again real soon-like.
The outstanding children’s lit blog Literate Lives posted a video with author/illustrator Jeff Kinney. The first half is interview, the second half is presentation. In fact, Mr. Kinney turns the in-store presentation on its head with a game of Wimpy Kid Jeopardy. My favorite part? The whole thing is filmed right here in the Great […]
Enjoyers of children’s lit: The February Edition of The Edge of the Forest is now available. The monthly online journal contains features and reviews for the kidlit enthusiast. I especially liked the interview with outstanding author/illustrator Eric Rohmann. Be sure to check out my reviews of the latest Alex Rider book – “Snakehead” by Anthony […]
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