Another week has come and gone and many of us are still recovering from the sugar buzz of Easter! As April winds down and May looms, there is much to talk about and share at Jump Into a Book.
I also found some delightful Earth Day crafts and activities thanks to this Earth Day linky at
The Nurture Store:And with one Giveaway ending, we have another just beginning!
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This book is a fun family read which covers the topics of fear of change, endings and new beginnings, and the courage to see them all through with the love and support of family, teachers, and friends. It is beautifully written, and charmingly illustrated. As with the rest of the series, this is book you will read again and again. Geraldine is a character one becomes attached to immediately. One of our little readers at home even said they wished Geraldine lived next door so they could be best friends. Well if she can’t live next door, why not on our bookshelf. I know you’ll greatly enjoy this book. Read on because we’re giving a couple of copies away plus there’s a lot of fun things to do to bring this engaging book alive.
Two luck winner will win a copy of The Very Fairy Princess-Graduation Girl starting on Monday. More details and the contest information can be found
here {link not live until Monday 4/28/14}
In The Meantime, how about some Very Fairy Princess inspired activities?
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Wherever you are on this beautiful planet it’s time to celebrate the diversity and nature which lives here. There has been much talk of late as to global warming, nature deficit disorder, and many other topics which suggest that we are becoming completely disconnected from our life source “The Planet.” Not only are we celebrating Earth Day this week, we are giving one lucky winner the chance to win all 10 books with our Earth Day 10 Book Giveaway! Here are my top picks for wonderful Earth Books for kids :
What Does it Mean to Be Green? This colorful, insightful story, demystifies for children what it means to be green by helping them to view everyday tasks through an environmentally-friendly lens. The book empowers children to do whatever they can to protect the earth’s precious resources.
Connect with the whole wide, wonderful world with this green book that rejoices in the marvels of our environment. The catchy rhyme in this new take on a traditional spiritual begs to be sung aloud. Includes lots of facts about the Earth’s eco systems and tips on how to be eco-conscious.
Olivia’s Birds: Saving the Gulf {by Olivia Bouler}
One 11 year-old girl can make a difference-as budding ornithologist and artist Olivia Bouler has proven, single-handedly raising over $175,000 for the Gulf Coast oil spill recovery. Devastated by the disaster and eager to do her part, Olivia wrote a letter to Audubon, “11 years old and willing to help” offering her own bird paintings to raise contributions for Gulf recovery efforts. The idea took flight, and Olivia proceeded to send out over 500 paintings, many of which are captured in this lavish picture book that recaps her valiant campaign to save birds affected by the spill. Olivia has been a guest at JIAB and I have also had the pleasure of meeting this delightful young lady in person.
The Magic School Bus and the Climate Change
Like it or not, global warming is a hot topic, and it will affect the younger generation the most. So why not turn to the teacher kids like the most, Ms. Frizzle! Only the Friz can boil all the hoopla down to the scientific facts in a fun and informative way.
The World is Waiting for You {by Barbara Kerley}
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” is a question kids get asked over and over. But very few connections are made for kids between the present and the future. This book shows kids a pathway from their current interests and talents to a future career or interest. And in so doing, it also encourages adventure, exploration, and discovery, three core principles of National Geographic’s mission. It’s a celebration of possibility–so simple and so profound.
Care for Our World {by Karen S. Robbins}
Get ready to meet some truly wonderful wild animals from every continent on Earth. As children turn the pages of this book, theyll encounter dozens of playful creatures in their natural habitats and will learn about the importance of caring for all the plants, animals, and people that call planet Earth their home. A timely reminder of the responsibility every generation shares: to nurture and respect life in all its many forms
10 Things I can do to Help my World { by Melanie Walsh}
Even young children are eager to help the environment — and here is a bright, inviting novelty book that offers simple ways to make a difference.
Outside Your Window: A First Book of Nature By Nicola Davies
This stunning book takes us through the 4 seasons and beacons us out into the natural world. From listening to the pond in Spring to seeing bird tracks in the snow, this exquisite column of nature poems captures the sights and sounds of a child’s experiences from building dens to planting acorns, watching the birds above and tasting a crisp apple. Children soon appreciate that whatever is outside their window they are free to venture and explore. Be sure and take a peek at a past book review JIAB did of this book and profile of author Nicola Davies.
I Love Dirt:52 Activities to Help You and Your Kids Discover the Wonders of Nature {by Jennifer Ward}
Protect our earth by learning to cherish it. I Love Dirt! presents 52 open-ended activities to help you engage your child in the outdoors. No matter what your location—from a small patch of green in the city to the wide-open meadows of the country—each activity is meant to promote exploration, stimulate imagination, and heighten a child’s sense of wonder.
COMMON GROUND:The Water, Earth, and Air We Share {by Molly Bang}
A simple story of our planet’s natural resources with jewel-like paintings by Caldecott Honor author Molly Bang. Through the example of a shared village green and the growing needs of the townspeople who share it, Molly Bang presents the challenge of handling our planet’s natural resources. Full color picture book.
Giveaway guidelines and Official Rules:
Giveaway runs from April 22 to April 29th, 2014
- One winner will win one copy of all ten titles.
- Residents of USA and Canada only please.
- Must be 18 years or older to enter
- One entry per household.
- Staff and family members of Audrey Press are not eligible.
- Grand Prize winner has 48 hours to claim prize
- Winner will be chosen via Rafflecopter on April 29, 2014
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