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For KidLit Community - Debbie Ridpath Ohi - Obsidian Publish KidLit Community On Bluesky Since I mainly joined Bluesky in hopes of helping to establish my new home for connecting with the kidlit community (writers, illustrators, educators and librarians, agent…

For those looking for my Unofficial Guide To Bluesky: the link is always in my profile.

Includes quickstart info, how to control what you see and don't see, different community resources, and Resources For the #KidLit Community:

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Congrats @asiqueira.bsky.social Can’t wait to read this (and pair it with our upcoming Squirrel Draws #BigFeelings — @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social @lucianaillustra.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social

Measuring the Truth: A Thomas Jefferson STEAM Discovery Where story meets science: FREE STEAM workshops based on THOMAS JEFFERSON’S BATTLE FOR SCIENCE: BIAS, TRUTH, AND A MIGHTY MOOSE by Beth Anderson

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#Educators - @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social has created 4 absolutely fantastic STEAM Discovery Workshops for THOMAS JEFFERSON'S BATTLE FOR SCIENCE!
@jeremyholmesstudio.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @kl4gm.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social #edusky

Cover of JUST FLOWERS by Erin Dealey with art--and lots of flowers-- by Kate Cosgrove

JUST FLOWERS Illus. @k8cosgrove.bsky.social #FlowerDay @eastwestlit.bsky.social @pbpros.bsky.social

"#Kindness can soften the hardest hearts & we miss out when we make snap judgments. A vibrant reminder to look beyond appearances—a lesson that applies to #flowers as well as to people." --KIRKUS

"It helps me organize my thoughts," a student said to me.

No, that's your job. That's the thinking part. It requires effort. And if it feels like it requires effort, that's okay. You're doing it. It was never meant to effortless. That was sales pitch.

You're welcome. Nice interview!

Thank you @BookstrOfficial for the interview: "Stan Yan on Comic Tales Where Misfortune Sparks Growth" at bookstr.com/article/...

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This month and every month, we honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities here in Massachusetts and across the country.

Our nation and our future are stronger because of this vibrant community.

We hear people are introducing themselves, and thought we'd give it a go! LibraryThing was founded in 2005, and is a book cataloging and social networking site. We offer detailed cataloging options, as well as a lively social atmosphere and lots of fun programs. www.librarything.com 💙📚🧵

Another enjoyable poetry evening at Troubadour Booksellers with Charlotte Lit poets Irene Blair Honeycutt, Mary Alice Dixon, and Martin Settle.

#poetrycommunity

The Best Books of 2024, as Chosen by Smithsonian Scholars Staff at the Institution pick their favorite reads of the year, including riveting memoirs, fascinating true histories and fun fiction

I am thrilled!!! to have CLOUDS IN SPACE as one of @smithsonianmag.bsky.social scholars’ picks for “Best Books of 2024” 😍 www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/t... Wait, have I mentioned that I am thrilled??? 😉

Noteworthy Picture Book and Novel Sequels: July 2025 Readers can beat the heat with new installments to favorite series, including a picture book about a small dinosaur embracing change, a graphic novel about a community’s inability to share, a YA mystery...

Noteworthy Picture Book and Novel Sequels: July 2025

Happy book birthday to @valeriebolling.bsky.social's Goal Setting in the Writing Classroom: Building Student Agency, Independence, and Success! mrschureads.blogspot.com/2025/02/goal... @stenhousepub.bsky.social @kassiaowedekind.bsky.social @stenhousepub.bsky.social

Move Over, Middle Grade: Take Two, by guest bloggers Christina Chatel and Marcia Kochel Two middle school librarians talk about the need for Young Teen Lit

We need books with mass appeal—See #6 here teenlibrariantoolbox.com/2025/06/09/m... #youngteenlit

Ink drawing of a dog sitting and listening to a phonograph, with a real purple petunia flower used as the horn of the phonograph. Signed “D. Ohi” with the copyright noted as ©2014 Debbie Ridpath Ohi.

So much is about learning how to really LISTEN.

#FoundObjectArt

17 exceptional NEW nonfiction children's books! imaginationsoup.net/new-nonficti... #kidlit

The National Ambassador for Young People's Literature Wrote a 'Rumpelstiltskin' Retelling — See the Cover! (Exclusive) PEOPLE can exclusively reveal the cover of 'Rumpelstiltskin,' a retelling of the classic fairy tale from bestselling children's book author Mac Barnett and award-winning illustrator Carson Ellis.

National Ambassador for Young People's Literature Mac Barnett Wrote a ‘Rumpelstiltskin’ Retelling | People

A picture book about an approaching storm, a middle grade novel about a magical mail slot, a YA series addition about two boys outrunning a fateful call, and more new books hitting shelves next week buff.ly/HDl6xty

Review of the Day: The Black Mambas by Kelly Crull This book? It’s a wonder. A joy. A small pinpoint of light in the darkness that is 2025. If you are in need of something that takes your faith in humanity and gives it a jolt to the gills, that would ...

This book? It’s a wonder. A joy. A small pinpoint of light in the darkness that is 2025. If you are in need of something that takes your faith in humanity and gives it a jolt to the gills, that would be this title. From @lernerbooks.bsky.social #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2025/05/04/r...

Those eyes!

“Now that I look back, I realize how blessed I was to be able to spend so much time with my father”: Varian Johnson reflects on his own relationship with his father, in a conversation with Reggie Brown on their new picture book ‘Little Big Man’ buff.ly/wosAlUi

We have a Book Birthday today!! Run & grab The Trouble With Heroes by author @katemessner.com Heartbreaking & hopeful! I loved this novel in verse!!
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@bloomsburybooksus.bsky.social

Highly Anticipated Final Volume of Philip Pullman’s Book of Dust Trilogy Slated for October When readers first met her in 'The Golden Compass,' Lyra Belacqua was a young orphan, hiding in a wardrobe at Oxford’s Jordan College, spying on scholars. Now her story will come to an end with 'The…

Highly Anticipated Final Volume of Philip Pullman’s Book of Dust Trilogy Slated for October buff.ly/W3xRqRy

Thank you so much for amplifying #TogetherWeSwim and leaving a review! @kaylanijuanita.bsky.social @bookishariel.bsky.social @chroniclebooks.bsky.social

John Schu On Big Ideas and The Love of Uplifting Books for Kids Author and children’s book expert John Schu discusses his latest title, what sparks his inspiration, and the importance of fostering creativity in kids.

"John Schu On Big Ideas and The Love of Uplifting Books for Kids" — @bookstr.bsky.social bookstr.com/article/john...

Perfect Picture Book Friday: JOAN MITCHELL PAINTS A SYMPHONY: LA GRANDE VALLÉE SUITE Plus Giveaway Happy Perfect Picture Book Friday, dear friends! Today’s author is a wonderful kid lit friend of mine…and we are both part of the New England SCBWI chapter. I love her books…and she has graciously …

viviankirkfield.com/2025/03/28/p... A wonderful interview with two @picturebookgold.bsky.social members and a #Giveaway @viviankirkfield.bsky.social welcomes @lisaljrogers.bsky.social to share her book JOAN MITCHELL PAINTS A SYMPHONY: LA GRANDE VALLÉE SUITE 💙🎶💚

Chic, Stylish, and Thought-Provoking Picture Books About Fashion | Book Riot buff.ly/W6tqvvV

Tuesday means it's #kidlitchat day here on Bluesky! Join us tonight at 9 PM Eastern/6 PM Pacific for an hour of #kidlit chatting (hence our name!). There will be (virtual) baked goods, smart convo, and community. What's not to love? Hope to see you then!

Ouch! Hope you feel better soon.