Part of my resolution for 2017 is to do more teaching. To that end, I’m pleased to announce the following courses I will be offering through Selkirk College: Introduction to Children’s Literature Course ID: ARTS 1084A For those wanting to know more about children’s literature in order to write a book of their own. Learn […]
News & Views
Happy Holidays!
There is a lot of talk lately about 2016 being the worst year ever. In terms of world events, I don’t disagree. More personally, however, I realize more every year (and every day) just how fortunate I am. Looking ahead to 2017, I hope to share my good fortune with others and do my part […]
The Wild Robot
Title: The Wild Robot Author & Illustrator: Peter Brown Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers Reviewer: Yolanda Ridge ISBN: 0316381993 A middle grade book about nature triumphing over technology? Yes, please! On the surface, The Wild Robot is a book set in the not-so-distant future where robots (or robot creators) rule everything but the small island where ROZZUM […]
The League of Unexceptional Children
Title: The League of Unexceptional Children Author: Gitty Daneshvari Illustrator: James Lancet Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers Reviewer: Yolanda Ridge ISBN: 0316405701 Not only do I love the concept of this book, the execution is great too! I listened to the audiobook on a summer road trip with my sister, 9-year-old niece, and two 10-year-old sons […]
Authors for Earth Day
So proud to be part of this group. Read my latest blog post here. CLIMATE ACTION