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Two Books by Leslie Kimmelman

August 15, 2014 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

Today, I am reviewing two books written by award-winning author, Leslie Kimmelman. If you enjoy reading picture books based on historical events, check out Hot Dog! Eleanor Roosevelt Throws a Picnic. Much can be learned from this informative story. Sam and Charlie (and Sam Too) … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Author Interviews, Books, Jewish Culture Tagged With: award-winning children's authors, historical picture books, Hot Dog! Eleanor Roosevelt Throws a Picnic, Jewish books, Jewish chapter books, Jewish children's books, Leslie Kimmelman, picture books- Eleanor Roosevelt, picture books- World War II, Sam and Charlie (and Sam Too) Return!

Multicultural Picture Book- Friendship in Medieval Spain

July 18, 2014 By Sandra Bornstein 1 Comment

Multicultural picture books that include an aspect of history are always a welcomed addition to my library. Too many primary aged children have a minimal exposure to life in earlier times. Authors, such as Jacqueline Jules, open the door to historical inquiry while simultaneously … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Books, Jewish Culture, Reviews Tagged With: Jacqueline Jules, Jewish books, Jewish children's books, Jewish picture books, Jewish picture books- Medieval Spain, Never Say a Mean Word Again: a Tale from Medieval Spain, Picture books

A New Goal- Daily Blogs in February

February 3, 2014 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

Last week, I wrote a blog about my struggle to maintain a consistent blog schedule. In order to regain my routine, I came to the conclusion that I needed to recognize my shortcomings, make a list of my priorities, and then follow through. These simple steps associated with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blogging, Writing Tagged With: blogging to an audience, creating a platform, establishing a daily writing routine, finding blog topics, following a routine, NaBloPoMo February 2014, outside comfort zone, setting new writing goals, stepping outside one's comfort zone

Yom Kippur and False Apology Poems

August 30, 2013 By Sandra Bornstein 1 Comment

Usually deception is a trait that is looked down upon and not praised. Paradoxically, Gail Carson Levine takes a witty approach to this less than amusing topic by sharing a collection of “false apology poems.” The meaning of each poem is subtly enhanced by her illustrator, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Books, Jewish Culture, Reviews Tagged With: children saying they are sorry, children's books regarding apologies, false apology poems, forgive me, forgive me I meant to do it, Gail Carson Levine, I meant to do it, recommended book for Yom Kippur, reluctant poetry readers, whimsical children's poems, Yom Kippur, Yom Kippur and saying your sorry, Yom Kippur books and apologies

Multicultural Picture Book- Clever Cuban Folktale

November 5, 2012 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

Clever folktales with an amusing message will certainly engage readers. Martina the Beautiful Cockroach: A Cuban Folktale (Retold by Carmen Agra Deedy and award winning illustrator, Michael Austin, Peachtree Publishers, 2007) certainly delivers a charming story. Who would … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Books, International Education, Reviews Tagged With: Carment Agra Deedy, Cuban folktale, Martina the Beautiful Cockroach, Michael Austin, multicultural picture books-Cuban

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