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11 Picture Books on the Natural World & 5 Signed Book GIVEAWAY!

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I'm thrilled to welcome Upasna Kakroo to the Cynsations blog. We discuss her nonprofit organization, Peerbagh, Bento, the only South-Asia inspired children's magazine in print, and more! The link to the full interview is here:
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So much joy at the Chappaqua Book Festival.

Tomorrow ! Come and meet all
These amazing authors at the Chappaqua Book Festival!!

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The amazing author, Jill Esbaum shares insights into creating her stunning newest picture book - It's Corn Picking Time! www.mariacmarshall.com/single-post/... Melissa Crowton Neil Porter Books Holiday House #interview #kidlit #cornfarming 📚👍

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It was awesome!! Great to hang out with kidlit folks from all over - thanks for making it happen Cheryl!

Beautiful!

When Three Best-Selling Childrens' Authors Speak, I  Listen Authors Jyoti Rajan Gopal, Shobha Tharoor Srinivasan, and Padma Venkatraman will speak at a panel, Tales that Transcend, at SALA 2025

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Climate Change-Driven Floods Continue to Displace Millions in Pakistan - Inside Climate News More than 2 million people have been displaced in Pakistan since June of this year, as floods continue to cause destruction across a country still reeling from the devastation of relentless climate sh...

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I’ve seen more than one picture book dummy recently that was near perfect terms of voice and style but ended up being a pass because it didn’t align with current market trends. Checking the bestseller list each week, noting which titles are face out at the bookstore—these practices can help. #kidlit

Thank you so much for celebrating with me @pbspree!

CONGRATS!!!

Happy Grandparents’ Day!
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Always bet on books.

Not yet started on S. Kohli interview but @brianlarossa.com lays down some good shoptalk on contemporary art directing and illustration.

I've witnessed cover meetings where chairs were thrown and punches traded. Brian's system works much better.

So much to learn from him! Truly such a generous teacher and kidlit professional

I learned heaps and heaps from my conversation with @brianlarossa.com. I know you will too!! It was just fascinating to get into the nitty gritty of bookmaking👌

I know Brian through parenting, actually, but we've had wonderful conversations about our lives in the book industry. He's whip smart, very interesting, and a great conversationalist. I highly recommend him. You'll definitely learn about the sausage factory of book-making.

Episodes 4 and 5 are published!
I talk with visual artist Svabhu Kohli and Scholastic's Executive Art Director @brianlarossa.com So much wisdom, knowledge and nitty-gritty stuff. I learned so much, and am in awe of these two creatives!
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Congrats!!!

And it is a wrap! I loved every moment of the PBRS mentorship program. Thank you @jyotigopal.bsky.social for being an amazing mentor.

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"Back to Cool (School)" Picture Books & Ideas to Create a Positive Classroom Climate - by Kathy Halsey Back to school? How about back to cool? Let’s make the re-entry to school fun and memorable with new books and interactive activities. T...

New reads for back to school feature fun, culture, classroom climate, & activities that center curriculum & connections to others.
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Love this Kathy! Thank you for featuring THE POWER OF YOUR NAME!
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It was my honor to be your mentor, thank YOU for being an amazing mentee - can't wait for your stories to be out in the world!!!

Such an honor! Thank you @12x12challenge.bsky.social🙏🏽❤️