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Thursday, April 7, 2016 3:17:37 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled hotTEAs of Children’s Poetry: Alan Katz:
jama said, "Alan Katz is the author of more than 35 books for kids, including nine Silly Dilly Songbooks (Take Me Out of the Bathtub), poetry collections (OOPS!), picture books, and more. He is also a six-time Emmy nominee (and loser) for his work on various..." more
Tuesday, April 5, 2016 3:41:29 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled hotTEAs of Children’s Poetry: Joyce Sidman:
jama said, "Joyce Sidman, winner of a Newbery Honor and the NCTE Award for Excellence in Children’s Poetry, lives in Minnesota, where she greets the changing seasons every day with her irrepressible dog Watson. She loves poetry, chocolate, and using her..." more
Friday, April 1, 2016 4:42:57 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled [Review + Author Chat + Giveaway] When Green Becomes Tomatoes by Julie Fogliano and Julie Morstad:
jama said, "Art © 2016 Julie Morstad (click to enlarge) march 20 from a snow-covered tree one bird singing each tweet poking a tiny hole through the edge of winter and landing carefully balancing gently on the tip of spring march 22 just like a tiny, blue..." more
Thursday, March 31, 2016 4:26:39 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled hotTEAs of Children’s Literature: Brian Rock:
jama said, "I confess that I don’t like too many hot drinks (not even coffee!) But I do enjoy hot chocolate on snowy days. I have five published picture books, one of them is even food themed! I think getting kids excited about reading and creating is..." more
Wednesday, March 30, 2016 11:16:31 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled 2016 National Poetry Month Kidlitosphere Events Roundup:
jama said, "HAPPY NATIONAL POETRY MONTH! Did you know that National Poetry Month is “the largest literary celebration in the world, with tens of millions of readers, students, K-12 teachers, librarians, booksellers, literary events curators, publishers,..." more
Tuesday, March 29, 2016 3:40:27 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled [review + giveaway] The Ugly Dumpling by Stephanie Campisi and Shahar Kober:
jama said, " My, my. A story about dim sum and dumplings. What could be more tempting? In the The Ugly Dumpling (Mighty Media Kids, 2016), a new picture book by Stephanie Campisi and Shahar Kober, we are invited to the Golden Swan Restaurant for a..." more
Friday, March 25, 2016 3:58:07 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled beatrix part two: of guinea pigs, nursery rhymes and cupcakes:
jama said, "Today we are honored to welcome a very special guest to Alphabet Soup: the one and only Amiable Guinea-pig! After reading and reviewing Beatrix Potter and the Unfortunate Tale of a Borrowed Guinea Pig by Deborah Hopkinson and Charlotte Voake..." more
Thursday, March 24, 2016 4:06:04 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled hotTEAs of Children’s Literature: Duncan Tonatiuh:
jama said, "Duncan Tonatiuh is an award-winning author-illustrator. His work is inspired by the ancient art of Mexico, particularly that of the Mixtec codex. His aim is to create images and stories that honor the past, but that are relevant to children..." more
Tuesday, March 22, 2016 3:43:57 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled beatrix part one: a review of Beatrix Potter and the Unfortunate Tale of a Borrowed Guinea Pig + other guinea pig musings:
jama said, "My Dear Reader, Since I’m a big Beatrix Potter fan, I was happy to see Beatrix Potter and the Unfortunate Tale of a Borrowed Guinea Pig by Deborah Hopkinson and Charlotte Voake published in time to celebrate Miss Potter’s 150th..." more
Thursday, March 17, 2016 3:55:28 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled hotTEAS of Children’s Literature: Linda Ashman:
jama said, "Linda Ashman is the author of more than thirty children’s books, as well as The Nuts & Bolts Guide to Writing Picture Books. Her books have been included in the “best of the year” lists of The New York Times, Parenting and Child..." more
Tuesday, March 15, 2016 4:14:54 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled nine cool things on a tuesday:
jama said, "1. It’s always nice to see new prints in Katie Daisy’s Wheatfield Shop — bright colors are just what we need to get us in the mood for Spring. Of course I have a weakness for hand lettered alphabets and I couldn’t resist the..." more
Monday, March 14, 2016 4:16:47 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled hotTEAs of Children’s Literature: Matthew Winner:
jama said, "Matthew Winner is a blogger, a podcaster, a teacher librarian, and a daddy, among other super strengths. He’s the co-founder of All The Wonders, the host of the Let’s Get Busy podcast, and a 2013 Library Journal Mover &..." more
Friday, March 11, 2016 3:08:22 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled [Author Chat + Recipe + Giveaway] April Halprin Wayland on More Than Enough: A Passover Story:
jama said, "Congratulations on your new book, April! Since my favorite picture books blend food with family, friends and cultural tradition, I was especially happy to hear that award winning author, poet, and Teaching Authors Poetry Friday friend April Halprin..." more
Thursday, March 10, 2016 3:04:33 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled hotTEAs of Children’s Literature: Philip Nel:
jama said, "I write books about children’s books. I also teach, read, edit, grade, and occasionally sleep. ☕ CUPPA OF CHOICE: I like a cup of tea because it caffeinates me, but not as much as coffee does. (I also like coffee, but it tends to amplify..." more
Tuesday, March 8, 2016 4:47:33 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled [review + giveaway!] taking a peek at The Forest Feast for Kids by Erin Gleeson:
jama said, "If you want to get your kids to eat their veggies, ask them to feast their eyes on Erin Gleeson’s gorgeous photos of Carrot “Noodle” Salad, Kale and Black Bean Tacos, Bay Potatoes, and Pesto Pepper Pizza. They’ll marvel at..." more
Friday, March 4, 2016 4:44:55 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled [review + giveaway] Alpha Beta Chowder by Jeanne Steig and William Steig:
jama said, "#52 in an ongoing series of posts celebrating the alphabet. Foreword A chowder is a robust goop That’s more akin to stew than soup. It can be brackish or divine. Sit down and take a taste of mine. So begins Alpha Beta Chowder, a wry,..." more
Thursday, March 3, 2016 4:14:52 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled hotTEAs of Children’s Literature: Tim Egan:
jama said, "Tim Egan writes and illustrates books for kids, usually involving odd animal characters. Most of his characters do not think of themselves as odd, although a few readily admit they are. The stories normally involve everyday things like boredom,..." more
Tuesday, March 1, 2016 4:52:41 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled loving katrin moye’s beautiful ceramics:
jama said, "In my many years of scoping out flea markets, craft fairs, juried art exhibitions and gift shops, I’ve encountered a lot of ho-hum pottery and ceramics. You’ve probably seen them too — pieces that are nice enough but not..." more
Monday, February 29, 2016 3:54:44 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled Special Leap Day hotTEA of Children’s Literature: Ben Clanton:
jama said, "I’m the author-illustrator of such books as The Table Sets Itself, Mo’s Mustache, and Something Extraordinary. When I’m not busy making books (and often when I am) I like to cook, read and listen to books (I know! Surprising!), and..." more
Friday, February 26, 2016 3:53:52 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled [review + yummy cookies + giveaway!] My Village: Rhymes from Around the World by Danielle Wright and Mique Moriuchi:
jama said, "Isn’t it wonderful when one good thing leads to another? Because I loved Mique Moriuchi’s charming illustrations in Irene Latham’s new poetry book Fresh Delicious, I zipped over to her website to see more and happily found My..." more
Thursday, February 25, 2016 3:47:47 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled hotTEAs of Children’s Literature: Ken Min:
jama said, "Ken grew up on the works of Margret & H.A. Rey, William Joyce, and DC Comics. He was born and raised in Los Angeles and studied illustration at Art Center, College of Design. He has storyboarded for various commercials and animated TV shows such..." more
Tuesday, February 23, 2016 4:15:42 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled a fond farewell to downton abbey:
jama said, "“All this unbridled joy has given me quite an appetite.” ~ Violet The soufflés are sinking, the puddings are pouting, the meringues have taken to incessant weeping. I fear much of our “unbridled joy” is rapidly..." more
Friday, February 19, 2016 3:21:09 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled [review + recipe + giveaway] Fresh Delicious: Poems from the Farmers’ Market by Irene Latham and Mique Moriuchi:
jama said, "Grab your shopping baskets and bags, let’s go to the Farmers’ Market! In Fresh Delicious (Wordsong, 2016), Irene Latham and Mique Moriuchi invite us to join a group of adorable animal friends as they celebrate the wonders of farm fresh..." more
Thursday, February 18, 2016 4:08:59 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled hotTEAs of Children’s Literature: Lester Laminack:
jama said, "Lester is the author of 20 books for teachers and/or children and has two new projects under contract. He works as a consultant and visiting author in schools and school districts throughout the country and abroad. When he isn’t working..." more
Friday, April 8, 2016 4:28:07 AM
jama rattigan wrote a blog post titled mindfulness poetry: “On How to Pick and Eat Poems” by Phyllis Cole-Dai:
jama said, "“Strawberries Bella and Ida at the Table” by Marc Chagall (oil on canvas, 1916). Recently I discovered A Year of Being Here, a wonderful poetry site curated by author, editor, composer and musician Phyllis Cole-Dai. From January..." more