I was honored to present several times at the National Council of Teachers of English Annual Convention last week in Baltimore. Two were full sessions and two were #BuildYourStack booktalk sessions. I’m sharing my slideshows here for those who asked, and for any who would like to see some of what was shared. How Words & Pictures Come Together Native… Read More
Archives for November 2019
November #cbadspotlight – Spotlight on Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story
Today I’m shining the spotlight on Kevin Noble Maillard & Juana Martinez-Neal, author & illustrator of #cbadspotlight pick Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story an NCTE Charlotte Huck Award Honor Book Told in lively and powerful verse by debut author Kevin Noble Maillard, Fry Bread is an evocative depiction of a modern Native American family, vibrantly illustrated by Pura Belpre Award… Read More
Where to Find Me @ #NCTE19
Attending the NCTE Annual Convention in Baltimore next week? Here’s where I’ll be sharing and learning alongside some awesome authors. Hoping to see many edufriends there!
November #cbadspotlight – Spotlight on Bilal Cooks Daal with Author Aisha Saeed & Illustrator Anoosha Syed
Today I’m shining the spotlight on Aisha Saeed & Anoosha Syed, author & illustrator of #cbadspotlight pick Bilal Cooks Daal and also illustrated by Anoosha: I Am Perfectly Designed Six-year-old Bilal introduces his friends to his favorite dish—daal!—in this charming picture book that showcases the value of patience, teamwork, community, and sharing. Six-year-old Bilal is excited to help his dad make his favorite… Read More
November #cbadspotlight – Spotlight on The Field with Author Baptiste Paul & Illustrator Jacqueline Alcántara
Today I’m shining the spotlight on Baptiste Paul & Jacqueline Alcántara, author & illustrator of #cbadspotlight pick The Field and also co-authored by Baptise with Miranda Paul I Am Farmer & Adventures to School and also illustrated by Jacqueline Freedom Soup The world’s most popular and inclusive sport has found its spirited, poetic, and authentic voice in Baptiste Paul’s debut picture book—highlighting the… Read More