Myra Zarnowski

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This Is the Earth

This Is the Earth

Jessica Alexander | FICTION,  Oct 01, 2015

A fine selection for reading and sharing, with curriculum connections to science, social studies, and language arts.
When the Slave Esperança Garcia Wrote a Letter

When the Slave Esperança Garcia Wrote a Letter

Sonia ROSA | FICTION,  Oct 01, 2015

This important example of human courage will expand readers' knowledge of slavery while providing a clear example of resistance to oppression. An inspiring addition to history collections.
The Book Itch: Freedom, Truth & Harlem's Greatest Bookstore

The Book Itch: Freedom, Truth & Harlem's Greatest Bookstore

Vaunda Micheaux NELSON | FICTION,  Sep 01, 2015

A strong endorsement of the power of books and reading, an excellent choice for history and biography collections, and a strong choice for educators emphasizing the importance of community.
Sewing Stories: Harriet Powers' Journey from Slave to Artist

Sewing Stories: Harriet Powers' Journey from Slave to Artist

Barbara HERKERT | FICTION,  Aug 01, 2015

Despite some limitations, this is a much-needed introduction to the life of a little known African American artist, with many possible curriculum connections: artists, quilters, women's history, and the Civil War.
The Fantastic Ferris Wheel: The Story of Inventor George Ferris

The Fantastic Ferris Wheel: The Story of Inventor George Ferris

Betsy Harvey Kraft | FICTION,  Aug 01, 2015

A strong addition to book collections dealing with inventors and inventions and useful for discussing how written texts and illustrations work together.
Tree of Wonder: The Many Marvelous Lives of a Rainforest Tree

Tree of Wonder: The Many Marvelous Lives of a Rainforest Tree

Kate MESSNER | FICTION,  Aug 01, 2015

A good addition to the literature about rain forest plants and animals. Use with Gail Gibbons's Nature's Green Umbrella: Tropical Rain Forests (HarperCollins, 1994).
W Is for Webster: Noah Webster and his American Dictionary

W Is for Webster: Noah Webster and his American Dictionary

Tracey FERN | FICTION,  Jul 01, 2015

An excellent introduction to America's most famous lexicographer.
A Nest Is Noisy

A Nest Is Noisy

Dianna Hutts ASTON | FICTION,  May 01, 2015

An excellent choice for units about animal homes and behavior.
The Queen's Shadow: A Story About How Animals See

The Queen's Shadow: A Story About How Animals See

Cybèle YOUNG | FICTION,  Mar 01, 2015

This engrossing and original work lends itself to multiple readings. An excellent addition to science collections.
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