Freshwater Pearls
This column dives into four Caldecott picture books that feature freshwater resources, precious and limited assets that sustain terrestrial life.
Beckie Prange
Connecting with Nature
While experiences in the natural world are beneficial to both children and adults, they are especially crucial for young people. This selection of Caldecott Honor books invites readers to explore and appreciate the natural world.
One North Star, Three Creative Artists
Betsy Bowen’s book, Antler Bear Canoe: a Northwoods Alphabet, has been a favorite alphabet book for the last 25 years, reminding every reader about the things they love in their unique environment.
Now, a counting book will sit alluringly on the bookshelf next to that title. One North Star: a Counting Book (University of Minnesota Press) has been written by Phyllis Root, and illustrated with woodcuts by Betsy Bowen and Beckie Prange.… more
Scaly Spotted Feathered Frilled Companion Booktalks
To get you started on the Bookstorm™ books …
Age of Reptiles and Age of Reptiles: the Hunt, Richard Delgado, Dark Horse Books, 2011. Ages 12 and up.
Wordless storytelling through beautiful (sometimes gory) art
What happens when you steal the T‑rex eggs? What happens when an Allosaurus takes revenge on the Ceratosaurs that killed his mother?
The author-artist has worked on movies such as Men in Black, The Incredibles, WALL‑E
Captain Raptor series, written by Kevin O’Malley, illustrated by Patrick O’Brien, Walker Books, 2005.… more
