Posts by Nancy Bo Flood
We are all related.
We are all connected. What affects one, affects us all.
Read MoreSeeds of Possibilities
Last night I woke and could not sleep.
Read MorePublic Libraries
achieving justice and human rights for all — the right to pursue and have life and liberty
Read MoreAfter Solstice
Darkness Begins to Diminish A few minutes at first, But each day, more and more sunshine freely given, Shared with all. Like Moments of kindness Adding light to this world…
Read MoreBooks Are for Sharing 2024
Need one more special present? These are great gifts for the season, books to be enjoyed by any age reader: We, the Curious Ones by Marion Dane Bauer, illustrated by…
Read MoreNCTE Panel on Mental Health for Young People
Stories help us make sense of our world. Stories also help us understand ourselves and others. At the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) conference, our panel of four…
Read MoreGo Home by Terry Farish and Lochan Sharma
How do people change? Do they? Do I? What kind of experiences can diminish suspicion or hate?
Read MoreWe Miss You, George Floyd
This picture-book tribute to George Floyd is eloquent and powerful in its simplicity. The words flow like a song.
Read MoreSocial and Emotional Books
More good books are coming out that address the important issue of social-emotional problems facing kids today.
Read MoreThe Labors of Hercules Beal
With even more than his usual artistry, Gary D. Schmidt has written a book that is funny and sad and hopeful. There are gut-wrenching, heart-stopping scenes that will find you gasping, rushing to turn the page, and yet closely savoring each word and phrase.
Read MoreDouble Bubble Gum Trouble
Time for running across the lawn under the sprinkler. Riding a bike to the neighborhood park and meeting up with friends. Swinging ever so high, almost up to the sky, and Bubble Gum time!
Read MoreWelcome to the Wonder House
Treat yourself to Welcome to the Wonder House, winner of the Lee Bennett Hopkins Award. It will win your heart. Read my recommendation …
Read MoreAmerican Indian Youth Book Awards
Excellent new literature written and illustrated by Native authors and artists is blooming. I am excited to share a few recently published books recognized with the prestigious American Indian Youth Literature Award.
Read MoreTLA Panel
I’m heading to Texas wearing a couple of hats: psychologist and author of books that address aspects of mental illness.
Read MoreGifts to Bring Back from the Seashore
Sharing a poem I wrote, “Gifts to Bring Back from the Seashore,” inspired by a writing retreat in Chacala, Mexico …
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