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One year away day: Debut picture book Before I Lived Here, set in Colorado

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What do you think your dog REALLY thinks about wea

What do you think your dog REALLY thinks about wearing a cone? Well, read CONE DOG by Sarah Howden and Carmen Mok to get an idea. This clever book was part of a recent library haul. Emma lets us know what she thinks about the cone. Kevin's introduction to the story is so fun! This book is a great read aloud to children. I'm hopeful a few cone wearing dogs have been read this book too. #childrensbooks #picturebooks #dogs #funnybooks

Today, a bunch of children's book creators are sha

Today, a bunch of children's book creators are sharing their favorite diverse books. Here are just a few of mine — I chose these because they are full of joy, family, friendship, history, and traditions. What's your favorite diverse book? Who is your favorite children's book creator? #kidlit #kidlitart #kidsbookstagram #bookstagram #picturebooks #childrensbooks #teachers #teachersofinstagram #schoollibrarian #librarians #librariansofinstagram #weneeddiversebooks #showusyourdiversebooks

Here’s some US history in a picture book. I AM AN

Here’s some US history in a picture book. I AM AN AMERICA The Wong Kim Ark is written by Martha Brockenbrough with Grace Lin and illustrated by Julia Kuo. The book is about a young man who was born in the United States. He was American, but not everyone believed that. His case eventually went to the Supreme Court, where they ruled a person born in the United States is a US citizen. His victory changed the lives of many. A new case about birthright citizenship is with the Supreme Court now. This book takes a really big topic and makes it easier for children to understand. #USHistory #birthrightcitizenship #SupremeCourt

What do elementary students ask authors? Lots of t

What do elementary students ask authors? Lots of things! I visited Addison Elementary School this week and spoke to k-5 students. It's always fun to see what they think about the book in person. First graders loved that I am twin, because there were several twins in that grade level. Fifth grade was full of applause. All the kids, who read the Percy Jackson books loved the book cover by @victongai. Everyone loves her illustrations in BEFORE I LIVED HERE too. I believe it was second grade who wanted to know why I was there, multiple times. I work at the school part-time. Kids also want to know about 💰️. I had several books that are important to me (and my writing journey) to share with them. If you want an author to visit your school, group, or community event, be sure to ask them. stacysjensen.com/author-visits

I found this trio recently at the library — ALPACA

I found this trio recently at the library — ALPACA GOES BACK-A TO SCHOOL by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen and Leeza Hernandez, A ROCK IS BORN by Richard Ho and Lily Williams, and KITTY CATERPILLAR by Annabeth Bondor-Stone, Connor White and Brigette Barrager. I love exploring the library for different picture books. The Kitty Caterpillar was an unexpected surprise on this haul. What surprised you during your last library visit? #BeAnAmbassador

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