I had an amazing week at the Bologna International Children's Book Fair. So much to think about. Information literacy is one primary issue I am pondering. We teach kids how to decode fiction, but non-fiction isn't taught the same way and the 2 should be on par. 🧵

2 books, perfect for late elementary/middle grade readers, & stand up for adult readers. Most heroic books feature super heroes, but these are normal boys who rise to meet extraordinary circumstances. Both are translated from the original Spanish. We need more stories about ordinary heroes. 📚

This book is really fantastic. Themes of coming of age, the transition from little kid to bigger kid, and learning that there are many paths of self-determination. Great for later elementary age kids but relatable for older kids, teens, and adults too. It's a very enjoyable and fast read.

I was expecting this to be a good read, but it's so much more than that. Middle grade, graphic novel filled with diverse characters, an interesting world build, and themes of finding yourself and your place in the world. Great for kids, but also, great for adults in this challenging now.

Quicksand, man, growing up in the 70s and 80s, you'd think the stuff was lurking around every corner, waiting to swallow you up. Do kids today even know it exists?????

I saw this shared on here yesterday and, as I mourn my mother's passing just 5 weeks ago, I think it is an apt reminder that in those moments feel what you feel but take great care.for and if yourself. Your friend would want that for you so do it and honor her in the doing.

Nobody on here that I've seen is talking about the swarms of car-sized drones that seem to be hovering over key infrastructure and military bases in NJ. I saw them last night hovering over my neighborhood. Anyone else seeing them by you?

Also, there's this, so....

I think it was this guy....