As a lifelong learner of history, non-fiction books tend to grab my attention, especially one’s with unfamiliar topics. I paused when I read the title, Torpedoed: The True Story of the World War II Sinking of “the Children’s Ship”. Since I could not recall this historic event, I … [Read more...]
Q & A with Andrea Warren
Andrea Warren is a talented non-fiction children's book author who introduces school aged children to fascinating aspects of history. Children easily grasp her powerful messages by seeing history through the eyes of young people who lived in earlier times. Today, I welcome … [Read more...]
Enemy Child: A Must Read Story for Middle School Readers
Historical museums often expose people to previously unknown segments of history. Andrea Warren's understanding of Japanese American internment camps was forever changed after visiting the interpretative center for the former Heart Mountain Relocation Center. Warren's tour opened … [Read more...]
Q & A with Stacy Innerst
To draw creative images corresponding with a picture book text is a special talent. Not only does it require artistic skill but it also is dependent on the illustrator's ability to translate the author's words into images. Today, I introduce Stacy Innerst, an accomplished … [Read more...]
Q & A with Sue Macy
Decades ago when I was raising four sons in suburban Chicago, I chose to pursue my first graduate degree at Spertus College. In addition to attending required classes, I worked with my thesis advisor, Elliot Lefkovitz to create a series of independent studies classes focusing on … [Read more...]
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