Pre-order PLAGUE THIEVES Could you have survived The Great Plague? Pre-order PLAGUE THIEVES Shop local: https://shoplocal.bookmanager.com/isbn/9781770867321 Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/mr6wanwz ABOUT PLAGUE THIEVES Rose must survive the plague. That is the objective her dying father gives twelve-year-old Rose and her brother, Lem, as he sends them away from their home. In the year 1665, London is overpopulated…
Books & Writing
Exciting STEM Adventures for Your Classroom!
Hey Teachers! ? Are you ready to bring the magic of STEM into your classroom? Here are some Exciting STEM Adventures for Your Classroom! Buckle up because we’ve got some fantastic, easy-to-do activities that will turn your students into mini-scientists and engineers. Let’s dive in! Exciting STEM Adventures for Your Classroom! 1. Paper Airplane Challenge:Grab…
Celebrating Trailblazing Women in Science on International Day of Women and Girls in Science
February 11th marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, a day dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the achievements of women in the field of science. International Day of Women and Girls in Science Look for the Asha and Baz chapter book series on women in STEM where you buy books! First up,…
Caroline Fernandez Reading at the Ontario Science Centre
Join me at the Ontario Science Centre this Sunday Feb 11th for International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Learn more: https://www.ontariosciencecentre.ca/what-s-on/demos-programs-plus-special-events/international-day-of-women-and-girls-in-science #InternationalDayOfWomenAndGirlsInScience #WomenInSTEM
Book Loving Activities for Valentine’s Day in the Classroom
Hey Teachers! ? Ready to infuse some bookish love into your classroom this Valentine’s Day? Let’s celebrate the magic of reading with these heartwarming activities that will have your students falling head over heels for books. Book Loving Activities for Valentine’s Day in the Classroom 1. Book Love Letters:Encourage your students to write love letters…
Fun Activities for Authors at School Visits
School visits let authors inspire young minds. Authors can make these visits unforgettable by using simple and engaging activities. Let’s explore some delightful options that authors can easily bring to the classroom. Fun Activities for Authors at School Visits Literary Simon Says:Turn Simon Says into a literary adventure. Use book-themed commands like “Act out your…
Quick No-Supply Plan B Activities for Kids
Explore this list of quick no-supplies-needed plan b activities for kids that seamlessly blend learning and enjoyment. quick no-supplies-needed plan b activities for kids Charades Challenge:Kick off with an energetic round of “Charades.” It’s a lively way to get students moving without the need for any materials. Simon Says Spectacle:Transition seamlessly into “Simon Says” to…
BOOK DISPLAY IDEAS FOR WINTER
Let’s explore some imaginative book display ideas that will warm the hearts of young readers during the chilly winter months. BOOK DISPLAY IDEAS FOR WINTER 1. Whimsical Winter Wonderland: Create a whimsical winter wonderland by draping snowflake garlands and hanging paper snowmen around your book display area. Use a white backdrop to evoke the serene…
World Read Aloud Day Classroom Activities
Hello, awesome teachers! ? Ready for a day filled with words that dance off the pages? World Read Aloud Day is just around the corner, and we’ve got some super simple and exciting activities to make it a celebration to remember. World Read Aloud Day Classroom Activities 1. Story Circle Time:Gather your students in a…
14 Quiet Cues and Attention Getters for Classrooms
Here’s a list of 14 quiet cues and attention getters for classrooms that you can use to capture your students’ attention: Creating a positive and engaging classroom environment is crucial for effective learning. One way to capture your students’ attention and foster a sense of unity is through the use of playful verbal cues. Here…
Indie Book Award – Asha and Baz
Asha and Baz Meet Mary Sherman Morgan has been awarded “finalist” designation in the 2023 Next Generation Indie Book Awards in the Early Reader/Chapter Books category. Follow Parent Club for more tips on how to make life easier for busy families: Pinterest, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Post.
Purple Dragonfly Awards 2023
Award News! Picture Book 6 & upHonorable MentionThe Adventures of Grandmasaurus at the Supermarket? by Caroline Fernandez and illustrated by Shannon O’Toole? Early ReaderFirst Place WinnerAsha and Baz Meet Hedy Lamarr? by Caroline Fernandez and illustrated by Dharmali Patel? Honorable MentionAsha and Baz Meet Mary Sherman Morgan by Caroline Fernandez and illustrated by Dharmali Patel…