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

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.

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!

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

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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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...