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Children's Book Author. Speaker. Sibert Honoree. 2x Green Earth Book Award winner. Celebrating #environmentaljustice #nature #STEM https://linktr.ee/patricianewmanbooks
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🐒 @carriefinison.bsky.social's are full of humor and heart. This one is no exception with its "do your best" theme. This story will resonate with parents who have little tortoises of their own. Kids will love Little Tortoise's determination and interactions with her classmates. #edusky

I'm researching my new NF WIP. LOTS of #science! 🌎 #edusky, NF not only increases student vocab, it increases mine, too πŸ˜‚ lotic vs. lentic; geomorphology; mesic vs. xeric Meanwhile, peruse these World Ocean Day suggestions for more NF fun! 🌊 bit.ly/3GeNwlR #greensky #kidlit #kidslovenonfiction

Ever wondered how our sense of smell works and how to use it to explore the world? Dive into this #LitLinks lesson to embark on a scent-filled journey to create a sniffing map! πŸ‘ƒ patriciamnewman.com?p=12706 @senickel.bsky.social #kidlit #homeschool #edusky

@xeniahadj.bsky.social so happy to see you here!

LitLinks: 4 easy steps to #halfbirthday writing prompts for a whole lot of fun Perfect for summer or holiday birthdays! Learn concepts of half and whole together. Great for K-5 classes and #homeschool lessons πŸŽ‚ patriciamnewman.com?p=12680 #edusky #fractions

Looking for #EarthDay2025 inspiration for kids? Try sharing environmental books that connect them to nature and Teach the Hope using civic role models kids can emulate. πŸ‘‰ bit.ly/3GeNwlR Teach the Hope: bit.ly/3F18QdY @carolhinz.bsky.social @lernerbooks.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social

"Read this book if you're ready for a flamboyance of flamingos and some pretty silly shenanigans. Abi Cushman's text and art include plenty of facts for the nonfiction lover in your family. Her sparkling humor will elicit plenty of chuckles from readers of all ages!" @abicushman.com

How fun to receive the DVD version of A RIVER'S GIFTS! My writing journey has been blessed with many "firsts," wondrous experiences, and awesome people! πŸ’™ @carolhinz.bsky.social @lernerbooks.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social #edusky 🎬 bit.ly/3NmSRHf

"Soft whimsical illustrations are the perfect complement to this wistful story of two best friends who cement their bond over the sourgrass that grows in the field beyond their backyards...Look for the hopeful twist at the end." @hopelim.bsky.social

Tackle #Science #literacy & #ELA with this observation lesson. Students will sharpen their skills while exploring the world around them. Inspiring and educational! πŸͺΌ patriciamnewman.com?p=12665 @steamteambooks.bsky.social @charlesbridge.bsky.social @mcusolito.bsky.social #STEM #MarineScience

Thank you @slj.com for including GIANT RAYS OF HOPE in your Earth Month round-up. The rays and I are in terrific company πŸ’™ @lernerbooks.bsky.social @carolhinz.bsky.social @kellycrull.bsky.social @nancycastaldobooks.bsky.social @annettewhipple.bsky.social @sandramarkle.bsky.social #greensky #edusky

RIP Harry Lerner, founder of @lernerbooks.bsky.social. As a Lerner author, I am proud to have been considered worthy by those who carry on this great man's legacy and vision. lernerbooks.com/headlines/1147 @carolhinz.bsky.social

🌱 Discover Teach the Hope this #EarthDay, a transformative approach to combat #climateanxiety in children and youth. 🌎 bit.ly/3F18QdY Perfect for classrooms, #homeschool, #Parents! @fuse8.bsky.social @lernerbooks.bsky.social #edusky #greensky @carolhinz.bsky.social

πŸ‘€ Boost civic engagement in your classroom with 3 easy #LitLinks lessons that use civic role models to inspire learning + critical thinking. Perfect for grades 3-8! #edusky #homeschool #parents 🌟 patriciamnewman.com?p=12653

Help us celebrate our April authors!

4 Fantastic @steamteambooks.bsky.social authors with April #stem releases! www.mariacmarshall.com/single-post/... @patricianewman.bsky.social Millbrook Press/Lerner @jstremer.bsky.social Holiday House @saralevinetime.bsky.social @lisavperron.bsky.social @harperkids.bsky.social #interview #kidlit

🦈Check out this blog post where Erin Dealey and I chat about sharks, the writing process, and more! πŸ‘‰ bit.ly/43GPchT @lernerbooks.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social #SharkWeek #edusky #greensky @carolhinz.bsky.social

Dear @bera.house.gov @padilla.senate.gov @schiff.senate.gov Pres Trump issued an EO to eliminate #IMLS. Library funding uses a tiny % of the annual federal budget, and yet IMLS makes a huge difference for us every day. Pls overturn the EO to continue IMLS's funding. #RighttoReadDay

Thanks to Dr. Kimberly Biddle for inviting me to chat about #STEM! BEST Q: What proof do you have that children are actually learning from reading your STEM books? bit.ly/4ianayS @carolhinz.bsky.social @lernerbooks.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social #edusky #homeschool #greensky

🦈 All kinds of fun chatting with @nancycastaldobooks.bsky.social on Naturally Speaking about the research for SHARKS UNHOOKED! Great for #kidlit writers + students! πŸ‘€ bit.ly/3EgITXN @carolhinz.bsky.social @lernerbooks.bsky.social #homeschool #teacher #sharks #edusky @steamteambooks.bsky.social

The nurse log is just the beginning of a journey of imagination and creativity that awaits your students. Now on #LitLinks: Easy, inspiring writing prompts direct from nature 🌳 patriciamnewman.com?p=12619 @kirstenpendreigh.bsky.social @cwillbc.bsky.social #edusky

It's release day! Happy book birthday SHARKS UNHOOKED: THE ADVENTURES OF CRISTINA ZENATO, UNDERWATER RANGER with a special message from Cristina herself πŸ’™ bit.ly/3Q075js @lernerbooks.bsky.social @carolhinz.bsky.social @leilasalesbooks.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social #edusky

Today on #LitLinks: Watch K-2 students delight in exploring the playful realm of #homonyms: β˜‘οΈguided reading β˜‘οΈdiving into goat facts β˜‘οΈwriting + illustrating their own story! 🐐 patriciamnewman.com?p=12617 @lindajoysingleton.bsky.social #Edusky #homeschooling @amicuspublishing.bsky.social

🦈 Let's mix it up with #sharks this #EarthDay, #edusky! 1️⃣ Read Sharks Unhooked (avail 4.1) 2️⃣ Try this experiment bit.ly/4bOgW6e 3️⃣ Sign up for more great Earth Day ideas bit.ly/41xYwDK #homeschool #TEACHers @lernerbooks.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social @carolhinz.bsky.social

So, THIS happened yesterday! My heart is full of gratitude πŸ’™ for the Evanston Public Library And for the team at PlanetaOceano @lernerbooks.bsky.social East West Literary @carolhinz.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social #edusky #greensky

🦈 Hey #Edusky, do you know why don't #sharks sink? Find out in this #LitLinks science experiment! A must-try for curious minds! 🌊 patriciamnewman.com?p=12599 @lernerbooks.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social @carolhinz.bsky.social @bookfloodpod.bsky.social #greensky

Look who's chatting with Tom Nixon, host of The Book Flood Podcast... Spoiler alert: It's me! bit.ly/4iCSHKy @carolhinz.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social #Shark #greensky #edusky @bookfloodpod.bsky.social

Hey #Edusky! NSTA + NMEA issue a joint statement re Ocean Literacy "You cannot be scientifically or environmentally literate without being Ocean literate." 🌊 πŸ‘€ 6 declarations πŸ‘‡ + how to get started! bit.ly/43Vwsv1 @carolhinz.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social @lernerbooks.bsky.social #greensky

🦈 #Edusky, I can't wait for you to see this new book about Cristina Zenato who saw a problem with sharks and did something about it. All is takes one action/one voice to start something good. πŸ’™ Coming 4.1 bit.ly/3Q075js @steamteambooks.bsky.social @carolhinz.bsky.social #greensky #scicomm #kidlit