I’ve come across several outstanding picture book biographies of highly-gifted men working in a variety of art forms. That’s what I’ve got for you today! Ode to an Onion: Pablo Neruda & His Muse, story by Alexandria Giardino, pictures by …
Category: non-fiction
black history is American history
Welcome to February, also known as Black History Month… …a designation reminding us that American history is a diverse, color-full history. To understand our story and society accurately, we listen to diverse voices and views. There are extraordinary people to …
never stop being curious!
I love children’s non-fiction! Through it, I’ve learned a whale of a lot about a vast number of things. About a chef who fed England’s upper crust as well as her desperately poor. About the African American fashion designer who …
still dreaming that dream…MLK Day 2019
One of the great benefits for me in writing Orange Marmalade has been a greater exposure to children’s literature covering Black History and the Civil Rights Movement. I’ve learned a lot about these tremendously important subjects, compellingly addressed by talented …
Ski Soldier…A World War II biography
Looking for a short, intriguing read full of wintery, gutsy, glory? This slim biography combines history, adventure, the Italian Alps, and the skiing wonderland of the Colorado Rockies. Check it out! Ski Soldier: A World War II Biography, by Louise …
a jubilation of Earth’s creatures
Jubilation is what I experience when I learn more about the astounding variety of life sharing Planet Earth with us. From the ordinary to the exotic, here are creatures to make your heart sing! The Variety of Life, written by …
Bonhoeffer: a striking graphic portrayal
The Faithful Spy: Dietrich Bonhoeffer and the Plot to Kill Hitler, written and illustrated by John Hendrix published in 2018 by Amulet Books 167 pages + back matter I’ve read several biographies of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, the German pastor whose faith-shaped …
people, places, and things
Juicy non-fiction books are like an Aladdin’s-lamp of magic, discovery and wonder; fuel for curious minds. Crack open one of these gems and be amazed at the astounding variety of people, places and things that emerge to tantalize you and …
rocket into space…out-of-this-world books!
A few weeks back we dove to the depths of the ocean. Today, we’re strapping ourselves in for some outer-space travel! Get ready for some maximum g-force awesomeness for your curious kids! Countdown: 2979 Days to the Moon, written by …
Frankenstein’s 200th birthday
This year marks the 200th anniversary of the publication of Mary Shelley’s classic science fiction work, Frankenstein. The elements of this surprisingly rich novel have been sadly thinned and convoluted in pop culture. Even the name of the scientist, Victor …
