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Tag Archives: Appearances
Review of “My Abuelita”—a Grandparent raising her Grandchild
In My Abuelita, by Tony Johnston, a young boy lives with his grandmother and from the first page he tells us how much he loves her. Also, from the beginning he tells us Abuelita loves her work, and we follow … Continue reading
Posted in Activities and Resources, Book Reviews for Ages 3-6
Tagged Activities, Appearances, Creativity, Diversity, Gifts, Grandparents, Multi-cultural, Resources, Skills, Women, Work
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The Lasting Legacy of Miss Rumphius
The long life of Miss Alice Rumphius, who never marries, included work, travel to exotic places, a beautiful home by the sea, and making a difference in the world… sigh, not too shabby. The book Miss Rumphius has also had … Continue reading
Posted in Book Reviews, Book Reviews for Ages 6-9
Tagged Ageism, Appearances, Challenges, Favorites, Happiness, Intergenerational, Life stages, Nature, Values, Women
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From the top of the stack: Patricia Polacco
I think it’s fair to say that Michigan’s own Patricia Polacco is truly the Queen of positive aging children’s literature. In her own words she has a “…genuine curiosity for the wonder of living a very long life,” and it … Continue reading
Posted in Book Reviews, Book Reviews for Ages 6-9, The Basics
Tagged Ageism, Appearances, Challenges, Experts, Favorites, Friendship, Gifts, Intergenerational, Men, Skills, Values, Wisdom, Writing
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