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Enter to Win the Together in Our World Series!

Posted on July 14, 2020 by

This month we’re giving away the complete set of Together in Our World books. This series addresses issues children might hear about in the news and may not understand. In a straightforward and kid-friendly way, these picture books explain tough … Continue reading →

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Great Ways Children Can Help on Thanksgiving

Posted on November 18, 2019 by

By Cheri J. Meiners, M.Ed., author of the Learning About Me & You, Learning to Get Along®, and Being the Best Me!® series Gathering with family and friends each November can be a time to reflect on all the good people … Continue reading →

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Building Inclusive Libraries That Reach Underserved Populations

Posted on November 11, 2019 by

By Amadee Ricketts, author of Gentle Hands and Other Sing-Along Songs for Social-Emotional Learning The whole building at all times should be managed with the broadest spirit of hospitality. . . . Then do away with all unnecessary restrictions, take … Continue reading →

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Keep It Local: How to Find Support for Teaching and Learning in Your Community

Posted on July 18, 2019 by

By Molly Breen I like to fly fish. I love standing in a stream or river, casting and mending my line over and over in a dance with the drift and my fly . . . and hopefully a trout! … Continue reading →

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10 Tips for a Successful School Garden

Posted on March 19, 2018 by

By Barbara A. Lewis, author of The Kid’s Guide to Service Projects: Over 500 Service Ideas for Young People Who Want to Make a Difference If you offer brussels sprouts or a forkful of kale to a child, he will … Continue reading →

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