Simon and I met years ago when he was seeking letters of support for the appeal to trademark his band’s name. At that time, we met over the phone. During the creation of We Sing from the Heart, we met over Zoom and via email. I also follow him on social media, so it feels…
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Activities for We Sing From the Heart
We Sing from the Heart: How the Slants® Took Their Fight for Free Speech to the Supreme Court by Mia Wenjen, illustrated by Victor Bizar Gomez ALSC Notable Children’s Book 2025 Carter G. Woodson Book Award Middle Level Honoree Orbis Pictus Recommended Book for Outstanding Nonfiction for Children California Eureka Non-Fiction Award Honor Book Junior…
Woody’s Words by Lisa Rogers Picture Book Launch
There is something so gentle and comforting about reading Lisa Rogers’ books. She really gets into the soul of her subject and presents them in such a deeply sensitive and engaging way. Woody’s Words is another triumph! I was thrilled to learn more and share it with you, my reader! p.s. Related posts: Lisa…
How Anime And Manga Are Being Used To Support Japanese Learning
You can learn Japanese in a more natural way by exploring the worlds of anime and manga. These stories use the same language people speak every day, so you hear and see Japanese words in realistic settings. Speech patterns, tone, and slang from your favorite shows and comics make lessons feel more familiar and easier…
8 Books That Promote Empathy for Young Readers + GIVEAWAY!
Please welcome my guest author, Deedee Cummings, with her book list on the best children’s books about empathy! We are giving away a copy of Deedee’s newest picture book, Hope In the Nick of Time. To enter, please leave a comment. Teaching kids empathy, the ability to see the world through another’s eyes, is one…
5 Effective Ways to Calm Your Pet During a Vet Visit
A trip to the vet often creates tension for pets and their owners. Strange smells, new faces, and unfamiliar spaces can make even the calmest animal uneasy. It helps to understand that a few simple actions can ease this stress and make the visit smoother for everyone involved. Learning how to calm a pet before…
My NCSS Schedule in DC
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5: 3:00 pm: Notable Social Studies Trade Books Program, Room 204A. Samira Ahmed, author of This Book Won’t Burn Mia Wenjen, author of We Sing From the Heart SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6: 2:00 pm Book Signing: WE SING FROM THE HEART at Publisher Spotlight Booth, Booth 701 and 703 4:00 pm:…







