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May 21, 2015
Where Are Libraries & Book Stores Shelving Bilingual Children’s Books?
Visiting a book store in Oregon last week, I was delighted that they had some of my children’s books in their welcoming children’s section. (As an author, I’m usually almost wary about looking for my books in book stores.) When I asked if they had any of my bilingual children’s books (Spanish/English), I was directed to the foreign language section on another floor. 
When I sign bilingual books, some bilingual families are delighted that they can enjoy both languages, and often today, monolin...
May 19, 2015
Poetry and Music
Take a moment to enjoy two of Pat’s poems that have been set to music:
MUSE, a women’s choir in Cincinnati, OH, included Pat’s poem “Let Us Now Hold Hands” from Agua Santa: Holy Water on their album Sing to the Universe Who We Are.
http://www.patmora.com/images/letusnow.mp3
Colorado composer David E. Bell converted nine of the poems from Adobe Odes to songs for contralto, flute, viola, and harp. Listen to “Ode to Tea:”
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A family Story Walk with Bravo, Chico Canta, Bravo!
What a wonderful way to celebrate bookjoy today!
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May 11, 2015
Get Caught Reading!
May is Get Caught Reading month. It’s a nationwide campaign to remind people of all ages how much fun it is to read…now that’s bookjoy!
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May 8, 2015
National Diverse Book Community
For years, I’ve written and spoken about the importance of fostering a national diverse book community: authors and illustrators, publishers, editors, publicists, reviewers, award committees, librarians, teachers, families, and readers of all ages. Our country’s plurality as reflected in our schools needs and deserves books that share our voices and stories. We Need Diverse Books–books by diverse authors–reviewed by major outlets; published, creatively marketed, purchased and read by libraria...
May 6, 2015
Celebrate Screen-Free Week
From May 4-10, children, families, and communities around the world are rediscovering the joys of life beyond the screen, unplugging from digital entertainment and spending their free time playing, reading, daydreaming, creating, exploring, and connecting with family and friends. More
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May 5, 2015
National Teacher Appreciation Day
Dear Teachers, Gift idea for teachers and new teachers!
Gracias, Thanks! On Teacher Appreciation Day, during Teacher Appreciation Week, I want to thank all my teachers, and in a special way, my K-12 teachers. Their dedication and energy inspired me and still inspire me. Also, they made me memorize many poems ;)
Pat
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April 30, 2015
Happy Día 2015!
Laurina Cashin & Bobbie Combs
How I have enjoyed reading about the many April Children’s Day, Book Day, El día de los niños, El día de los libros celebrations across the country this month. Congratulations to all of you who have brought smiles and books to children this April. I wish I knew all your names and could list them.
Joanna Ison
Special thanks to my wonderful web team and friends, Bobbie Combs and Laurina Cashin, who have been so committed to Día year after year. Also, thanks and a sa...
April 29, 2015
Poem in Your Pocket Day
Tomorrow is Poem in Your Pocket Day! On April 30, the Academy of American Poets offers an annual celebration of poetry. Join the fun by printing a poem to carry with you tomorrow. Be sure to share your poem selection on Twitter by using the hashtag #pocketpoem.
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April 28, 2015
Book Fiesta! A book to celebrate Children’s Day/Book Day
Book Fiesta! Celebrate Children’s Day/Book Day
Celebremos El día de los niños/El día de los libros
“Hooray! Today is our day, ¡El día de los niños!”
“¡Viva! Hoy es nuestro día. El día de los niños!”
So begins this bilingual celebration to read and share throughout the year and certainly on or near April 30th. See children and families from varied languages and cultures enjoy reading–even in a hot air balloon. The words can be sung or used for choral reading.
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