Lenora Todaro
@lenoratodaro.bsky.social
Writer, editor, sidewalk naturalist. Books: Sea Lions in the Parking Lot (2021) and Hang Tough, Horseshoe Crab!(2026) Words: NYT, AFAR, Atlantic, Kirkus, etc. #NASW #SCBWI #12x12 website: www.lenoratodaro.com
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It's pub day for the latest edition of Best American Science and Nature Writing! Honored to have my work featured along so many other writers I admire, incl @rossandersen.bsky.social @rebeccagiggs.bsky.social @bengoldfarb.bsky.social @sarahzhang.bsky.social Emma Marris & more. Congrats to all!
October 21, 2025 at 5:09 PM
It's pub day for the latest edition of Best American Science and Nature Writing! Honored to have my work featured along so many other writers I admire, incl @rossandersen.bsky.social @rebeccagiggs.bsky.social @bengoldfarb.bsky.social @sarahzhang.bsky.social Emma Marris & more. Congrats to all!
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PW spoke with author Megan Clendenan about her new picture book ‘Just in Case: Saving Seeds in the Svalbard Global Seed Vault,’ the power of cooperation, and finding hopeful solutions to the world’s challenges
October 16, 2025 at 11:45 PM
PW spoke with author Megan Clendenan about her new picture book ‘Just in Case: Saving Seeds in the Svalbard Global Seed Vault,’ the power of cooperation, and finding hopeful solutions to the world’s challenges
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People who know reptiles well say they don't only experience fleeting pains and pleasures, but also lasting emotional states: happiness & sadness, or at least good & bad moods.
But how do you show this in a scientific way?
My latest for @nytimes.com on a clever @coldbloodedcog.bsky.social study:
But how do you show this in a scientific way?
My latest for @nytimes.com on a clever @coldbloodedcog.bsky.social study:
Do Reptiles Have Moods, Too?
www.nytimes.com
September 18, 2025 at 11:45 PM
People who know reptiles well say they don't only experience fleeting pains and pleasures, but also lasting emotional states: happiness & sadness, or at least good & bad moods.
But how do you show this in a scientific way?
My latest for @nytimes.com on a clever @coldbloodedcog.bsky.social study:
But how do you show this in a scientific way?
My latest for @nytimes.com on a clever @coldbloodedcog.bsky.social study:
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Pinch me! I’m thrilled to reveal the cover of my next book, JUST A SHELL…OR IS IT? in collaboration with Paola Escobar and Abrams Kids. Preorder now! Get your signed copy shipped to you through Books of Wonder via the link below.
@joycekay.bsky.social @booksofwonder.bsky.social
@joycekay.bsky.social @booksofwonder.bsky.social
Just a Shell...or Is It?
*Pre-order NOW to secure your signed & personalized copies!*
Author Becca McMurdie and Pura Belpré Honor Award–winning illustrator Paola Escobar explore the natural world with appreciation and e...
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August 27, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Pinch me! I’m thrilled to reveal the cover of my next book, JUST A SHELL…OR IS IT? in collaboration with Paola Escobar and Abrams Kids. Preorder now! Get your signed copy shipped to you through Books of Wonder via the link below.
@joycekay.bsky.social @booksofwonder.bsky.social
@joycekay.bsky.social @booksofwonder.bsky.social
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Out today! I’m going to celebrate with a cold dip in the North Pacific and a (very short) party with whoever is under the waves making noise 🤣! 1/3
#fish #oceans #reefs #kidlit #librariansofinstagram #teachers #worldoceanweek
#fish #oceans #reefs #kidlit #librariansofinstagram #teachers #worldoceanweek
June 3, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Out today! I’m going to celebrate with a cold dip in the North Pacific and a (very short) party with whoever is under the waves making noise 🤣! 1/3
#fish #oceans #reefs #kidlit #librariansofinstagram #teachers #worldoceanweek
#fish #oceans #reefs #kidlit #librariansofinstagram #teachers #worldoceanweek
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Tom Robbins, Versatile Muckraker for The Village Voice, Dies at 76
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May 30, 2025 at 9:29 PM
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The best advice from the nicest person!
@hwinkler4real.bsky.social
www.georgetown.edu/news/commenc...
@hwinkler4real.bsky.social
www.georgetown.edu/news/commenc...
‘This World Needs Fixing. Go!’ Henry Winkler’s Graduation Speech
Henry Winkler, known for his role in Happy Days, spoke about overcoming learning challenges and never letting go of chasing your dream.
www.georgetown.edu
May 18, 2025 at 11:54 AM
The best advice from the nicest person!
@hwinkler4real.bsky.social
www.georgetown.edu/news/commenc...
@hwinkler4real.bsky.social
www.georgetown.edu/news/commenc...
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It's Wonderfully Wild's book birthday!
May 6, 2025 at 12:41 PM
It's Wonderfully Wild's book birthday!
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Check out how Rebecca Hirsch's fun new PB combines stunning illustrations, science about wings, & a guessing game. www.mariacmarshall.com/single-post/... Sally Soweol Han Abrams BYR #interview #kidlit #STEM
April 24, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Check out how Rebecca Hirsch's fun new PB combines stunning illustrations, science about wings, & a guessing game. www.mariacmarshall.com/single-post/... Sally Soweol Han Abrams BYR #interview #kidlit #STEM
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150 Colleges and Universities signed this letter defending the value and freedom of higher ed. Glad to see Carleton among them. Is your school? www.aacu.org/newsroom/a-c...
A Call for Constructive Engagement | AAC&U
A Call for Constructive Engagement
www.aacu.org
April 22, 2025 at 3:47 PM
150 Colleges and Universities signed this letter defending the value and freedom of higher ed. Glad to see Carleton among them. Is your school? www.aacu.org/newsroom/a-c...
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Happy book birthday to Plight of the Pelican, illustrated by Gordy Wright and published by Holiday House Books. Absolutely love this team!
Plight of the Pelican publishes today! 🥳✨
Written by the brilliant @jstremer.bsky.social and published by Holiday House books. Was a pleasure working with @smorgridge.bsky.social on this!
#kidlitart #childrensbooks #illustration
Written by the brilliant @jstremer.bsky.social and published by Holiday House books. Was a pleasure working with @smorgridge.bsky.social on this!
#kidlitart #childrensbooks #illustration
April 1, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Happy book birthday to Plight of the Pelican, illustrated by Gordy Wright and published by Holiday House Books. Absolutely love this team!
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Yay! It's pub day for MAGIC IN A DROP OF WATER: HOW RUTH PATRICK TAUGHT THE WORLD ABOUT WATER POLLUTION! Beautifully illustrated by #SusanReagan. @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social @penguinkids.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social #pbgreensteam #stembooksforkids #rockypondbooks
March 25, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Yay! It's pub day for MAGIC IN A DROP OF WATER: HOW RUTH PATRICK TAUGHT THE WORLD ABOUT WATER POLLUTION! Beautifully illustrated by #SusanReagan. @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social @penguinkids.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social #pbgreensteam #stembooksforkids #rockypondbooks
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Meet author @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social & discover her fun inspiration & insights into her exciting new nonfiction PB - Dogs vs. Humans www.mariacmarshall.com/single-post/... @bambiedlund.bsky.social @owlkids.bsky.social #interview #STEM #kidlit
March 24, 2025 at 6:41 AM
Meet author @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social & discover her fun inspiration & insights into her exciting new nonfiction PB - Dogs vs. Humans www.mariacmarshall.com/single-post/... @bambiedlund.bsky.social @owlkids.bsky.social #interview #STEM #kidlit
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It's a BOOK BIRTHDAY for 3 gorgeous new #stem #picturebooks 🌊🌏📚🦊🦴 Available wherever books are sold; check your local indie or @bookshop-org.bsky.social
@steamteambooks.bsky.social ky.social @mstewartscience.bsky.social ce.bsky.social @shreevebooks.bsky.social @jpuglow.bsky.social #booksky #edusky
@steamteambooks.bsky.social ky.social @mstewartscience.bsky.social ce.bsky.social @shreevebooks.bsky.social @jpuglow.bsky.social #booksky #edusky
March 4, 2025 at 6:57 PM
It's a BOOK BIRTHDAY for 3 gorgeous new #stem #picturebooks 🌊🌏📚🦊🦴 Available wherever books are sold; check your local indie or @bookshop-org.bsky.social
@steamteambooks.bsky.social ky.social @mstewartscience.bsky.social ce.bsky.social @shreevebooks.bsky.social @jpuglow.bsky.social #booksky #edusky
@steamteambooks.bsky.social ky.social @mstewartscience.bsky.social ce.bsky.social @shreevebooks.bsky.social @jpuglow.bsky.social #booksky #edusky
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Cover reveal!
Alexander Vidal did an amazing job illustrating TRAPPED IN THE TAR PIT: How Paleontologists Unearthed a City's Prehistoric Past.
This cover is also textured! Trust me when I say it's so, so cool.
TRAPPED is available for pre-order wherever books are sold!
#kidlit #nf #stem #fossils
Alexander Vidal did an amazing job illustrating TRAPPED IN THE TAR PIT: How Paleontologists Unearthed a City's Prehistoric Past.
This cover is also textured! Trust me when I say it's so, so cool.
TRAPPED is available for pre-order wherever books are sold!
#kidlit #nf #stem #fossils
January 31, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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The Kidlit for Los Angeles auction is NOW OPEN!
We have more than 340 INCREDIBLE items from top authors, illustrators, editors, agents and publishing professionals. You don’t want to miss out!
Go bid here: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles
Auction runs Jan 20th - Jan 26th.
#kidlit
We have more than 340 INCREDIBLE items from top authors, illustrators, editors, agents and publishing professionals. You don’t want to miss out!
Go bid here: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles
Auction runs Jan 20th - Jan 26th.
#kidlit
January 20, 2025 at 5:10 PM
The Kidlit for Los Angeles auction is NOW OPEN!
We have more than 340 INCREDIBLE items from top authors, illustrators, editors, agents and publishing professionals. You don’t want to miss out!
Go bid here: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles
Auction runs Jan 20th - Jan 26th.
#kidlit
We have more than 340 INCREDIBLE items from top authors, illustrators, editors, agents and publishing professionals. You don’t want to miss out!
Go bid here: www.32auctions.com/kidlitforlosangeles
Auction runs Jan 20th - Jan 26th.
#kidlit
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The Endangered Species Act was signed into law on this day in 1973. For 51 years, it has helped preserve plants & wildlife for future generations. We're thankful for the species this law has helped recover & save, from the bald eagle to island fox. #EndangeredSpeciesAct #wildlife #kidlit #science 🌎
December 29, 2024 at 3:46 PM
The Endangered Species Act was signed into law on this day in 1973. For 51 years, it has helped preserve plants & wildlife for future generations. We're thankful for the species this law has helped recover & save, from the bald eagle to island fox. #EndangeredSpeciesAct #wildlife #kidlit #science 🌎
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Day 27: 31 Days, 31 Lists - Books Celebrating a Love of Nature and the Environment. Essentially these are nature and climate books inspired by my library's Blueberry Award. #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2024/12/27/3...
31 Days, 31 Lists: 2024 Blueberry Award Contenders (Celebrating A Love of Nature and the Environment)
The Blueberry Awards are given to,
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December 27, 2024 at 2:26 PM
Day 27: 31 Days, 31 Lists - Books Celebrating a Love of Nature and the Environment. Essentially these are nature and climate books inspired by my library's Blueberry Award. #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2024/12/27/3...
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The first reviews for my upcoming book with @brianlies.bsky.social are in, and they're terrific. Meet the Mini-mammals hits bookshelves in March 2025, but it's available now for pre-order at @silverunicornbooks.bsky.social
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December 10, 2024 at 11:14 AM
The first reviews for my upcoming book with @brianlies.bsky.social are in, and they're terrific. Meet the Mini-mammals hits bookshelves in March 2025, but it's available now for pre-order at @silverunicornbooks.bsky.social
tinyurl.com/3fzxdha3
tinyurl.com/3fzxdha3
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You’re making your list, checking it twice, for gifts that spark a love of science in the kids in your life.
Mahnaz Dar and Carrie Wolfson join us to highlight some of the top kids' science books of 2024
Mahnaz Dar and Carrie Wolfson join us to highlight some of the top kids' science books of 2024
Science Friday's Picks: The Best Science Books for Kids 2024
You asked for science book recommendations for the kids in your life. Two bookworm experts respond—and share their own favorites.
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December 6, 2024 at 8:41 PM
You’re making your list, checking it twice, for gifts that spark a love of science in the kids in your life.
Mahnaz Dar and Carrie Wolfson join us to highlight some of the top kids' science books of 2024
Mahnaz Dar and Carrie Wolfson join us to highlight some of the top kids' science books of 2024
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Teachers & librarians! Want to Zoom with an author for World Read Aloud Day? Here's all the information about how WRAD Zoom visits work, plus a list of over 300 author & illustrator volunteers! katemessner.com/zoom-with-an...
December 2, 2024 at 5:51 PM
Teachers & librarians! Want to Zoom with an author for World Read Aloud Day? Here's all the information about how WRAD Zoom visits work, plus a list of over 300 author & illustrator volunteers! katemessner.com/zoom-with-an...
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IT'S OFFICIAL! I can now share the cover of MUD TO THE RESCUE! HOW ANIMALS USE MUD TO THRIVE AND SURVIVE, coming out 5/20/25! 🥳📚🐘 🐢🐊🦛🐖🦩🦫🦜🦀🦇 #weboflifebooks #naturepicturebooks #sciencepicturebooks #STEMbooksforkids #kidlitstem #sciencebooksforchildren #picturebooksforkids #greatdoglit #PBGreenSTEAM
October 30, 2024 at 5:44 PM
IT'S OFFICIAL! I can now share the cover of MUD TO THE RESCUE! HOW ANIMALS USE MUD TO THRIVE AND SURVIVE, coming out 5/20/25! 🥳📚🐘 🐢🐊🦛🐖🦩🦫🦜🦀🦇 #weboflifebooks #naturepicturebooks #sciencepicturebooks #STEMbooksforkids #kidlitstem #sciencebooksforchildren #picturebooksforkids #greatdoglit #PBGreenSTEAM
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I was deeply disappointed by the lack of nature/science/climate/enviro on many major end-of-year book lists—so I decided to make my own!
Introducing: ✨🎁📚 The 2024 Holiday Gift Guide to Nature & Science Books ✨🎁📚
Please share: Let's make this go viral in time for Black Friday / holiday shopping!
Introducing: ✨🎁📚 The 2024 Holiday Gift Guide to Nature & Science Books ✨🎁📚
Please share: Let's make this go viral in time for Black Friday / holiday shopping!
November 27, 2024 at 7:08 PM
I was deeply disappointed by the lack of nature/science/climate/enviro on many major end-of-year book lists—so I decided to make my own!
Introducing: ✨🎁📚 The 2024 Holiday Gift Guide to Nature & Science Books ✨🎁📚
Please share: Let's make this go viral in time for Black Friday / holiday shopping!
Introducing: ✨🎁📚 The 2024 Holiday Gift Guide to Nature & Science Books ✨🎁📚
Please share: Let's make this go viral in time for Black Friday / holiday shopping!
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ONE DAY THIS TREE WILL FALL is a Kirkus Best Book of the Year! 🎉🎉😍
Find the full list here:
www.kirkusreviews.com/best-of/2024...
Congrats to all!
@steamteambooks.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social #holidaygiftideas #bestpicturebooks #raisingreaders #nature #science #lifesciences
Find the full list here:
www.kirkusreviews.com/best-of/2024...
Congrats to all!
@steamteambooks.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social #holidaygiftideas #bestpicturebooks #raisingreaders #nature #science #lifesciences
November 25, 2024 at 9:38 PM
ONE DAY THIS TREE WILL FALL is a Kirkus Best Book of the Year! 🎉🎉😍
Find the full list here:
www.kirkusreviews.com/best-of/2024...
Congrats to all!
@steamteambooks.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social #holidaygiftideas #bestpicturebooks #raisingreaders #nature #science #lifesciences
Find the full list here:
www.kirkusreviews.com/best-of/2024...
Congrats to all!
@steamteambooks.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social #holidaygiftideas #bestpicturebooks #raisingreaders #nature #science #lifesciences
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November 21, 2024 at 8:32 PM
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