ICCL is calling for the Children (Amendment) Bill 2024 to uphold the rights of children in the criminal justice system.| Irish Council for Civil Liberties
“Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with a great teacher.” ~ Japanese proverb Hooray for September and a brand new school year! As a grade school student, I loved having new clothes, fresh school supplies, putting covers on assigned textbooks, making sure my quarter for lunch was safely stashed in … Continue reading in honor of teachers| Jama's Alphabet Soup
What a summer! Jeffery’s performance of Rap It Up! at the Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) Freedom Schools National Training in Knoxville, wowed the crowd and led a CDF staffer to proclaim…| children's books by the weatherfords
As a former elementary school teacher Dara Henry saw firsthand the positive impact stories can have on young minds. When she became a parent herself, she got curious about writing and publishing her own children’s books. In 2024 that dream became a reality with her debut picture book “Hanukkah Pajamakkahs.” We spoke with Dara about […] The post Spotlight: Meet Dara Henry, SoCal Mom and Children’s Book Author appeared first on L.A. Parent.| L.A. Parent
On the surface, Jennie is an adventure story about cats, but actually it’s a morality tale about friendship, love, trust, abandonment and regrets. Jennie is a cat who hates and distrusts humans because she was once abandoned. Peter is a cat who once was human. Inspired to post by #ReadingtheMeow2025 because when I read it in 2018 I became totally sidetracked by Paul Gallico’s unexpected life.| Market Garden Reader
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On today’s episode of The Literary Life podcast, Angelina, Cindy, and Thomas wrap up their discussion of The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling with the final Mowgli story–“Tiger, Tiger.” Before beginning to talk about the story, the chat a little about Kipling’s other works and his place in literary history and what sort of writer he was. In this section, Angelina points out the parallels to the first story, as well as the mythic qualities of the whole tale. Together they cover the var...| The Literary Life
On The Literary Life podcast this week, Angelina, Cindy, and Thomas continue their discussion of The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling. After sharing their commonplace quotes for this week, they begin talking about “Kaa’s Hunting.” Angelina asks Cindy about the age range for this book, which is recommended on AmblesideOnline for Year 3 students. They talk about Mowgli’s upbringing and training in the law of jungle, in contrast to the monkeys who are lawless. Other highlights of this conv...| The Literary Life
Today on The Literary Life podcast, we begin a new series of episodes on The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling with our hosts Angelina Stanford, Cindy Rollins, and Thomas Banks! After sharing their commonplace quotes, each of them talks about their own reading histories with Rudyard Kipling's work. Thomas gives us some biographical information about| The Literary Life
Every season I stop at the Trenton Cultural Center to see what is happening at Emily Frank Gardens, but I’m a more frequent visitor this time of year. The Gardens encompass just a small area …| WALKIN', WRITIN', WIT & WHIMSY
Do you need circle time ideas? A brain break? Travel to Paris thanks to stories, books and gentle movement thanks to this Paris yoga flow.| Kids Yoga Stories | Yoga and mindfulness resources for kids
Discover the heartwarming story of Rosy Posy, a rescued Papillon whose real-life journey inspired an impactful children's book series. The post Meet Rosy Posy—The Rescue Pup Who’s Changing Hearts appeared first on Dr. Diana Rangaves, PharmD.| Dr. Diana Rangaves, PharmD
I loved having adults recommend books to me when I was a child, but not all of them were winners! (At least in my personal opinion. You can note several of these have award stickers on the covers, …| Pages Unbound | Book Reviews & Discussions
In 1995, my first book, Juneteenth Jamboree, was released by Lee and Low Books. At the time, it was the first and only children’s book on the first African-American holiday. I did not imagine…| children's books by the weatherfords
Hungry? Can you smell the heavenly aroma of fried sweet dough dipped in cinnamon sugar? Now that you’re here, please help yourself to some warm apple-filled churros — dip yours in chocolate if you wish, and enjoy! These crisp-on-the-outside, airy-light-on-the-inside snacks are featured in the delectable new picture book, Fridays are for Churros by Jenny … Continue reading [yummy review] Fridays are for Churros by Jenny Alvarado| Jama's Alphabet Soup
by Dr. Betül Durmuş Introduction Over the summer, Bulgaria and Georgia adopted their own ‘anti-gay propaganda laws’ prohibiting dissemination of information concerning sexual orientation or gender identity, under the guise of protecting children. And, on 19 November 2024, the Court of Justice of the European Union held a hearing on the infringement proceedings against Hungary’s […]| Strasbourg Observers
When my first children’s book, Juneteenth Jamboree, debuted in 1995, it was the first picture book about Juneteenth. The first African-American holiday, Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the date in U.S. history when the last enslaved people were freed. For decades, the observance was regional to Texas and parts of Louisiana, Oklahoma and Kansas. Eventually, […]| children's books by the weatherfords
I believe that one of the most beautiful passages I have ever written appears in A Crown of Stories: The Life and Language of Beloved Writer Toni Morrison. The passage incorporates her book titles and character names. See and hear the spreads above. Illustrated by Khalif Tahir Thomspon, A Crown of Stories is a praise […]| children's books by the weatherfords
The is year is off to a great start with an NAACP Image Award finalist, CROWNING GLORY: A CELEBRATION OF BLACK HAIR, a new book, IF KAMALA CAN: . . . YOU CAN TOO! (illustrated by Ariana Pacino) and a one-in-three chance that our family history, KIN: ROOTED IN HOPE, will be the One Maryland […]| children's books by the weatherfords
What’s on the menu today? Hmmm . . . let’s see. I’ll start with a plate of refreshing ceviche, followed by spicy jerk chicken — and then for dessert, rice pudding. Sound good? In Mia Wenjen’s delectable picture book The Traveling Taco: The Amazing & Surprising Journey of Many of Your Favorite Foods (Red Comet … Continue reading [mouthwatering review] The Traveling Taco by Mia Wenjen and Kimberlie Clinthorne-Wong| Jama's Alphabet Soup
I mentioned last week that this has been a pretty busy school semester for me – my busiest ever, as a matter of fact – but apparently the semester isn’t the only thing that’…| Radio, Rhythm & Rhyme
May is Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Month in the United States. In May, we celebrate the histories of Americans hailing from across the Asian continent and from the Pacific islands of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia. The legislation to annually designate May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month was instigated by two key […] The post 20 picture books by AANHPI authors you should add to your bookshelf first appeared on Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young. The pos...| Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young
Donna Janell Bowman, co-author of Wings of an Eagle, poetry of Suzette Clark Bradshaw on Charlottesville and Gaza. C.L. Willis on being Appalachian...| Listen & Be Heard Network
Donna Janell Bowman is an award-winning author of books for young readers, including Wings of an Eagle: The Gold Medal Dreams of Billy Mills, co-authored with Olympian Billy Mills| Listen & Be Heard Network
“As long as one has a garden one has a future; and as long as one has a future one is alive.” ~ Frances Hodgson Burnett Since The Secret Garden has always been one of my favorite childr…| Jama's Alphabet Soup
Discover the top 9 children's book illustration styles of 2024! From whimsical and realistic to Abstract and vintage, see how art shapes storytelling for kids.| Blog - Book Writing Bureau
Are you looking for the perfect game for your young child? Here are 15 of the best board games for 4 year olds!| Game Rules
Looking for some fun games to play with your young child? Here are 15 of the best board games for 3 year olds that you must have!| Game Rules