Linda Rogers Knihy

Noch ein Jahr mit Mr. Smith, der u.a. grässlichen Mundgeruch hat, das halten Odie, Frankie und Jennny von der 6a nicht mehr aus. Odie hat eine Idee: Frankie verzaubert mit seinen magischen Indianerkräften den Lehrer in einen Papagei.

Illustrations with conversations are an Indigenous way of showing rather than telling, and Yo! Wiksas? is a great book for curious kids who ask big questions,?and adults who help them discover answers about bullying, environmental protection, inclusivity, and more. Also a useful classroom adjunct to interpersonal relationships; includes an on-end study guide.

Focusing on the integration of children's literature in instruction, this book aligns with national Geography standards. It features an introduction detailing the standards and includes 2-4 lesson plans for each strand. The author clarifies performance expectations and offers literature text sets, along with graphic organizers and supporting materials throughout the chapters. Designed for educators teaching grades K-4, it emphasizes practical application in the classroom to enhance learning experiences.

The collection showcases the creative expressions of established and emerging artists, predominantly women, who embody the concept of One Human Family. Activists like Heather Spears and Karen Lee White challenge societal norms, while others, such as ballerina Andrea Robyn Bayne, focus on nurturing beauty and artistic legacy. Environmental themes resonate through the works of Maria Luisa de Villa, celebrating nature's inspiration. Photographers Cagdas Dinc, Helene Cyr, Jack Adamson, and Catherine Marcogliese balance various genres, reflecting the complexities of womanhood through their art.

Molly Brown, yearning for a normal life away from her clown mother, embarks on a frantic quest to find her missing father. Joined by her Chinese-Canadian friend Trouper, their zany escapades highlight the lengths children will go to in desperate situations. The story balances humor with the serious themes of family bonds and the impact of AIDS, making it one of the first children's books to address such issues. Readers will be both entertained and touched by the heartfelt journey of friendship and love.