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VIDEOS: LEARN ABOUT AGEISM IN CHILDREN’S BOOKS
Today I’m sharing two videos about ageism in children’s literature. —And also a simple request—please take a moment and pass on these resources. Know any writers or illustrators? Any teachers or librarians? Parents or grandparents? The two videos on age … Continue reading
Posted in Activities and Resources, Articles, Interviews, Resources for Writers, The Basics
Tagged Articles, Experts, Resources, Teaching, Vermont College, videos, Writing
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100 Picture Books: an Age Positive way to celebrate 100 days of school
Cute little kids wearing specs and shawls and shuffling along with canes and walkers. Adorable right? Sorry, but wrong. This is the time of year that many teachers search out ideas for celebrating the 100th day of school. Unfortunately, “Dress … Continue reading
Ageism Awareness Day & Children’s Books
Hello friends, I’m so pleased to tell you about a recent collaboration with my local public library to raise awareness about both ageism and Age Positive picture books. With Ageism Awareness Day looming on October 7, 2023 I reached out … Continue reading
“Old Rock (is not boring)” and “Bertolt” picture books
Guest blogger Marsha Weiner shares two picture books with us in a thought provoking post with a theme of aging—Old Rock (is not boring) and Bertolt. She also shares Age Positive Activities to Explore with Children. Marsha is creating a … Continue reading
How Old Am I? Picture Book Review
Finally—a Children’s Book about Aging! This is a fascinating and important picture book. I highly recommend How Old Am I? and commend the publisher, author Julie Pugeat, and illustrator–photographer JR. It’s not easy convincing publishers that children are interested in … Continue reading
Late Bloomer interview: Author Dionna Mann
***Late Bloomers are guest blog posts at A is for Aging—sharing thoughts and insights from individuals who have launched notable creative efforts in the arts in their Third Age.*** Today we have a delightful interview of late blooming children’s author … Continue reading
Posted in Late Bloomers, Resources for Writers
Tagged Bloggers, Creativity, Late Bloomers, Life stages, Mentors, Positives of aging, Resources, Women, Work for hire, Writing
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7 Positive Things Picture Books Can Teach Us about Aging
(Note: I’m celebrating a “blogiversary” with a book giveaway! “A is for Aging” was birthed back in 2013, to zero fanfare! 😉 Along the way I’ve collaborated with Sandra L. McGuire Ph.D. on resources on the website. And in 2022 … Continue reading
Posted in Articles, Especially For Teachers, Resources for Writers, The Basics
Tagged Ageism, Articles, Diversity, Experts, Positives of aging, Research, Resources, Stereotypes
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Intergenerational History Lessons–Guest Post
Guest blogger Joanne Corrigan tells how olders are sharing rich history lessons in an intergenerational setting. Many thanks to Joanne for this inspirational way to use Positive Aging picture books! When I discovered Lindsey McDivitt’s website, I was so excited! … Continue reading
Posted in Activities and Resources, Especially For Teachers, guest posts
Tagged Activities, Bloggers, Education, History, Intergenerational, Legacy, Resources, Serving Seniors
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