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...]
The Book Rescuer: How One Person Can Make a Difference
Occasionally, I read picture books that I cannot wait to share with someone else. Within seconds of completing The Book Rescuers: How a Mensch from Massachusetts Saved Yiddish Literature for Generations to Come, I was suggesting the book to a friend. In just 48 pages, … [Read more...]
Q & A with Sylvia Rouss & The Hanukkah Fable of Little Dreidel and Silver Menorah
Have you completed all of your Chanukah shopping? Do you want to add another book to your child’s growing library? Sylvia Rouss’ latest book, The Hanukkah Fable of Little Dreidel and Silver Menorah, may be the perfect option. This is an easy to read fable focusing on everyone’s … [Read more...]
Picture Book- Importance of Asking Questions
Can animals tell the story better than humans? Many would respond with a nod of approval. Animal characters enrich the lives of young and old. Talented British author and illustrator, Claire Alexander, capitalizes on this fact by using animal characters to highlight important … [Read more...]
Your Moon, My Moon: Multicultural Picture Book With an Intergenerational Relationship
Another picture book that touches on the relationship between grandparents and grandchildren is Your Moon, My Moon by Newbery Award Winner, Patricia Maclachlan, and illustrated by Caldecott honor recipient, Bryan Collier; Simon and Schuster 2011). This story is told through … [Read more...]
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