Home of the Brave
A great review for Home of the Brave from School Library Journal–lovely way to start out the school year!
Read MoreThis graphic novel from independent nonprofit StoryCorps’s treasure trove represents a snapshot of diverse American voices. Each nonfiction entry expresses the humanity shared amongst everyday individuals regardless of hardships, boundaries, and historical events. . . . Fourteen true stories in all, each one explores human experiences while navigating complex situations. Standouts include the profile on one of the first Black midwives registered in North Carolina, an account of the young man who was by President Kennedy’s side in his last moments, and the story of a combat medic in the Vietnam War. . . . A timely and worthwhile addition to collections commemorating America’s 250th anniversary, offering an engaging exploration of the nation’s founding ideals and history.
Home of the Brave
I’m looking forward to November, when the graphic nonfiction work Home of the Brave will be hitting shelves! This is a compilation of true stories collected by StoryCorps, giving us personal stories of the American experience from the Civil War, the Great Depression, the Civil Rights era, the AIDS epidemic, and more.
I’ve just had my first glimpse of the jacket and am excited to share!
Read MoreHappy World Sea Turtle Day!
Celebrate with Save the…Turtles, and discover things like:
Which sea turtle is the largest turtle in the world? (The leatherback)
How do sea turtles navigate thousands of miles of open ocean to return to the beach where they were hatched? (We’re still figuring this out! But sunlight and the earth’s magnetic fields may play a role.)
How often does a sea turtle leave the water? (A female–just to lay her egg. A male–never after it reaches the water after hatching).
How can knocking down sandcastles, turning off lights, and reducing plastic waste help sea turtles? (Read the book to find out!)
Read MoreClimb the Steeple of Old North Church
While I’m waiting to hear back from my editor on a collection of poems about Paul Revere’s ride, I thought I’d share this delightful resource I came across on during my research–a virtual tour of the steeple and bell tower of Old North Church. Follow the stairs and ladders up to the top and imagine yourself as Revere’s two friends (or maybe just one, the historical record is a bit on the skimpy side) toiling up the tallest point in Boston to light a pair of lanterns and let watchers in Charlestown know that the redcoats were leaving Boston over the Charles River…
Read MoreSarah L. Thomson
A children’s book author publishing award-winning nonfiction, poetry, picture books and novels including…
“Thomson focuses on newfound connection, magic, and suspense to conjure a fast-paced, heartwarming mystery. Thomson’s world is populated by resourceful protagonists, fanciful creatures, and quirky supporting characters.”
—Publishers Weekly