What a thrill it was to have the opportunity to "talk science" with my mentor, Kirsten Larson!

I just polished the slides for the first webinar in my K-5 Science Deep Dive. There is still time to sign up to explore the science and engineering practices at 11 am CDT. All webinars are recorded, and the handouts are stellar! Learn more: www.starrmatica.com/kidlitscienc...

When I am here, it is to share something exciting!

Do you write STEM-themed nonfiction or fiction? Join me for a deep dive into K-5 science! Attend 1 session or all 5 in this webinar series designed to help #kidlit creators master the seismic shifts in science ed.
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Do you write STEM picture books? Come learn about the inner workings of elementary science classrooms to strengthen your partnership with educators and deepen your positive impact on young readers!

You can learn more and register here: www.starrmatica.com/kidlitscience

Educators! Make the most of your bookstore visit, with tips by @emilystarr.bsky.social #kidlit #middlegrade #edusky fromthemixedupfiles.com/educators-ma...

My nearest indie bookstore is an hour and a half drive from my home, so I always seek one out when traveling. Next Page Books in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, filled me with wonder and delight. Of course, I bought two favorites from a fellow Iowa author!

I need to keep a spotlight in the back of my car. This would have made for a very interesting photograph before the sun went down. Make a prediction and then check the comments to see what wildlife was making a ruckus in this tree near my home in Iowa last night.

Sometimes your books take you the most amazing places and give you the most incredible opportunities... #lovemyjob
I'm a LEGO Minifigure! Check out this video to learn how this happened www.youtube.com/shorts/VBhFe...
And learn about World Book Day in London next March! #kidlitcommunity #science

When you write so much that two keys call it quits... I guess I need to make more exclamations and ask an uncomfortable number of questions in the near future!

It is fun to celebrate the successes of agent siblings!

Butt-breathing turtles, Mars mountains, and ninja sea urchins fill the pages of this week's Five Friday Favorites!
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What were your favorite reads this week?

#KidsLoveNonfiction #kidlit #EduSky #teachers #librarians

One of the most powerful, yet simple, nonfiction strategies I share is engaging students in noticing and wondering with science phenomena before a read aloud. Check out a few examples on my blog:

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#STEMForKids #teachers #librarians #KidsLoveNonfiction #kidlit

Teachers! Librarians!
Tips and Tools for Nonfiction Book Talks
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#kidslovenonficiton #edusky #kidlit

It's Time for the Sibert Smackdown!
Introduce students to great nonfiction titles that may win the ALA Youth Media Award's Sibert Medal.
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#edusky #kidlit #kidslovenonfiction

Every Friday on StarrMatica's blog, I share five favorite nonfiction picture books I read (or re-read!) the previous week. Are any of these new to you?

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The #PBParty finalist showcase is open. Wahoooo!

I can't wait for you to read the incredible entries & see the stunning illustrations.

Comments are for agent/editor/AD requests only.

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Author/illus entries are at the end before the Illustration Showcase

A first post should be epic, right? I think this qualifies! Chosen out of nearly 1100 picture book manuscripts, the top 55 (including my entry!) can be browsed along with the illustrator showcase starting this Monday. mindyalyseweiss.com/pbparty-2024...