I didn’t take an official American University tour for prospective students, but I did get a tour from the American University New President Inauguration. It gave me a feel for the campus and student body which I would describe as vibrant, active, and diverse. Frankly, knowing that my college roommate, Sylvia Burwell, is in charge…
Abrams Books sent me a copy to check out and is partnering with me for a giveaway! Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters The Questioneers Book #1, by Andrea Beaty, illustrated by David Roberts You already know Rosie Revere, Ada Twist, and Iggy Peck. Now join them for brand-new adventures in their debut chapter book…
Babson College is one town over from where we live. I have pleasant memories of Babson, visiting a friend from my Japan fellowship days who taught a class at the Graduate School there. PickyKidPix’s friend’s mother works there as a nurse, so she had access to their ice skating rink as a guest. Her brother…
It’s easy to take clean water for granted. I know that I do. But what does it mean not to have easy access to clean water? I explore that in this post 13 Children’s Books About Water Scarcity + Activities: water scarcity booklist water scarcity activity water supply STEM unit list of clean water nonprofits…
Our 16 year old friend took the Exotic Fruit Challenge: Sumo Orange. Reminds us of: perfect orange. Easy to peel. Bursting with juice and flavor.
I’m thrilled to have author and illustrator Jen Betton here today. We met at a children’s book writing class a few years back. It was a community education class at my local high school but was special. Illustrator Jannie Ho was also in the class, working on writing picture books. It’s probably unusual, but after that…
We are getting ready for winter fun! While Jasmine Toguchi hasn’t played in snow yet, Debbi Michiko Florence and I thought we’d introduce our readers to Japanese culture with winter in mind: Explore: Sapporo Japan’s Snow Festival (Yukimatsuri) & Boston’s First Night Ice Sculptures Recipe: Tea Ceremony Activity: Snow (or sand or dirt) Statues Book…