Thank you for helping me spread the words about these with inspirational librarians, @jeannewharvey.bsky.social! #kidlit

"When Ella tossed a note with her voice, Louis grabbed it back with his trumpet. The music would push and pull, push and pull. Until the music note started to swing.…" - 🎶 My post: jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... #BeachLaneBooks @simonkids.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social

Be inspired by artist Romare Bearden! 🎨 Fun and easy collage projects are available on my website. MY HANDS SING THE BLUES tells the story of his childhood journey, challenges and inspirations. jeannewalkerharvey.com/projects #BlackHistoryMonth2026 @eastwestlit.bsky.social #teachers #librarians

31 Days, 31 Lists @fuse8.bsky.social To Activate Space Portal,Lift Here A. Portis /PB Readalouds; SciFi Hilwa's Gifts -SafaSuleiman /A. Semirdzhyan/SEL The Glass Pyramid @jeannewharvey.bsky.social Khoa Le/Bios The Black Mambas @kellycrull.bsky.social /NF afuse8production.slj.com/category/bes...

Welcome to Platinum sponsor @jeannewharvey.bsky.social ! Dressing Up the Stars helps young readers discover the true story of how a shy miner’s daughter became one of the most legendary costume designers in Hollywood. readyourworld.org/2026-medalli... #ReadYourWorld #ad #kidlit

"Visit after visit, librarians wove books and stories into the fabric of their neighbors' lives. And as literacy FLOURISHED, new ideas did too." - @laurenkerstein.bsky.social 📚 My featured post of this wonderful picture book bio: jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @eastwestlit.bsky.social

I loved this fascinating book! It's a wonderful example of "everything I've ever learned, I've learned from a picture book." @jeannewharvey.bsky.social 's text is enriching & accessible. #KhoaLe's artwork is beautiful! I highly recommend this book! #kidlit #architecture @eastwestlit.bsky.social

Welcome to Platinum sponsor @jeannewharvey.bsky.social ! Ablaze with Color is a stunning celebration of art and imagination that tells the incredible and inspiring true story of pioneering artist Alma Thomas. readyourworld.org/2026-medalli... #ReadYourWorld #ad #kidlit

Thanks for you kind words, Lauren! ❤️

Welcome to Platinum sponsor @jeannewharvey.bsky.social ! Else B. in the Sea: The Woman Who Painted the Wonders of the Deep is a poetic picture book biography about a daring & pioneering woman artist that combines themes of art & science. readyourworld.org/2026-medalli... #ReadYourWorld #ad #kidlit

E/W January News: Book Bdays @nicolemhewitt.bsky.social @natashayim.bsky.social T. Gonzalez, Lora McClain-Muhammad *BestSellers @meganefreeman.bsky.social Anna Dewdney, PeteTheCat *Kudos @jeannewharvey.bsky.social @patricianewman.bsky.social A. Portis @kbiddle.bsky.social mailchi.mp/eastwestlite...

BOOK JOY! 🥹 One week until mine and Lorraine Nam’s picture book becomes REALLY, really real! I'm so happy you're here, are you ready for library joy?! 📚 📚 I’M SO HAPPY YOU’RE HERE: A CELEBRATION OF LIBRARY JOY 📚 ✨Available wherever books are sold ✨ 📸: Mom 😂

Welcome to 2026 Platinum sponsor @languagelizard.bsky.social ! They offer over 85 Spanish titles, with bilingual children's books in Spanish and English as well as award-winning Spanish audio books. readyourworld.org/2026-medalli... #ReadYourWorld #ad #kidlit

Thank you to 2026 Author sponsor Tami Lehman-Wilzig! Her book On the Wings of Eagles was recently selected for the 75th National Jewish Book Awards Shortlist in the picture book category. readyourworld.org/2026-author-... #ReadYourWorld #ad #kidlit

Thank you so much to everyone who has read my new novel, POCKET BEAR, and reached out or tagged me here. I've always had a soft spot for stuffed animals, and I'm so glad that Pocket is making so many new friends. Hearing from you makes my day. 💛🧸

"People mailed [black widow spiders] to Nan...against postal regulations but since spiders were needed to help with the war effort, she was issued a special permit..." Illus by @annelambelet.bsky.social Calkins Creek/Astra My post: jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @eastwestlit.bsky.social

SOOO sweet! And such talented illustrators @eastwestlit.bsky.social

"Grounded in Ukraine’s national colors of yellow and blue, gouache, colored pencil, and resist illustrations are boldly patterned and bright, teaming with the rich narrative to create an immersive tribute to a figure and a traditional art form."[email protected]

"Grounded in Ukraine’s national colors of yellow and blue, gouache, colored pencil, and resist illustrations are boldly patterned and bright, teaming with the rich narrative to create an immersive tribute to a figure and a traditional art form."[email protected]

Welcome to Platinum sponsor @languagelizard.bsky.social ! Their Spanish children’s book collection includes contemporary stories, folktales, a beautifully illustrated Spanish dictionary, and bilingual baby books. readyourworld.org/2026-medalli... #ReadYourWorld #ad #kidlit

SOOO sweet! And such talented illustrators @eastwestlit.bsky.social

"People mailed [black widow spiders] to Nan...against postal regulations but since spiders were needed to help with the war effort, she was issued a special permit..." Illus by @annelambelet.bsky.social Calkins Creek/Astra My post: jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @eastwestlit.bsky.social

Adding my voice to the chorus of praise for this book. The story of Pei's Glass Pyramid,but also a tribute to architects, artists - to anyone pursuing their unique, luminous dreams. Congratulations, @jeannewharvey.bsky.social and Khoa Le!📚 👍 #kidlit #architecture #booksky

Here are twenty-nine books publishing in 2026 that I've already read and thoroughly enjoyed: www.pinterest.com/mrschureads/...

While spending time with Chase and Finnegan, words like friendship, family, connection, love, light, and joy kept racing through my mind. Most of all, the story filled me with HOPE! mrschureads.blogspot.com/2025/05/the-...

The Youth Media Awards Press Conference will air live from Chicago on Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM CT! 8:00 AM (PT) - 9:00 AM (MT) - 11:00 AM (ET) www.ala.unikron.com

"Aristedes tossed and turned in his bed. He thought about what it would be like if his family were in the same situation. How could he live with himself if he didn't help?" - My post: jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @eastwestlit.bsky.social @chroniclebooks.bsky.social

"She loved that modern art tossed aside rules, traditions & expectations..Adolf Hitler hated modern art...Whatever [his Nazi Party] hated, they destroyed." - THE SPY IN THE MUSEUM about Rose Valland My post: jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @eastwestlit.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social

🌟Thrilled that THE GLASS PYRAMID has been chosen as a 2026 Best STEM book by CBC & NSTA! So happy that our story of architect I.M Pei & his Louvre design challenges will be shared with more readers! For the full list: cbcbooks.org/cbc-book-lis... @eastwestlit.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social

"We say to the animals in the reserve. We are your mothers, your aunties & your sisters. We are here to protect you. The Black Mambas are on patrol!" Inspiring! By @kellycrull.bsky.social a fellow @eastwestlit.bsky.social author. @lernerbooks.bsky.social www.jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/...

💖This week I'm giving thanks for the 2025 #LitLinks bloggers who contribute fascinating and FUN lessons that integrate #STEM + #ELA Read their work here: www.patriciamnewman.com/blog-4/ @lydialukidis.bsky.social @juliekidsbooks @moyuksel.bsky.social @jeannewharvey.bsky.social 🧵

Welcome to 2026 Platinum sponsor @jeannewharvey.bsky.social ! She writes award-winning mostly picture book biographies of inspiring creative people who have overcome challenges and discrimination. readyourworld.org/2026-medalli... #ReadYourWorld #ad #kidlit

🌟Thrilled that THE GLASS PYRAMID has been chosen as a 2026 Best STEM book by CBC & NSTA! So happy that our story of architect I.M Pei & his Louvre design challenges will be shared with more readers! For the full list: cbcbooks.org/cbc-book-lis... @eastwestlit.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social

"She loved that modern art tossed aside rules, traditions & expectations..Adolf Hitler hated modern art...Whatever [his Nazi Party] hated, they destroyed." - THE SPY IN THE MUSEUM about Rose Valland My post: jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @eastwestlit.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social

"Aristedes tossed and turned in his bed. He thought about what it would be like if his family were in the same situation. How could he live with himself if he didn't help?" - My post: jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @eastwestlit.bsky.social @chroniclebooks.bsky.social

"Arnold gave Frog & Toad the stories from his own life. He was a very good friend. He knew what it meant to be generous, to be lonely... and how difficult it was to eat just 1 cookie." Here's my feature: jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @penguinkids.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social

Emma Kastner explains: "I didn't want to make this book. I was wildly intimidated by the thought of telling Arnold Lobel's life story [until] one cold Oct. day" an actual frog visits her INSIDE! My feature: jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @penguinkids.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social

Emma Kastner explains: "I didn't want to make this book. I was wildly intimidated by the thought of telling Arnold Lobel's life story [until] one cold Oct. day" an actual frog visits her INSIDE! My feature: jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @penguinkids.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social

"Arnold gave Frog & Toad the stories from his own life. He was a very good friend. He knew what it meant to be generous, to be lonely... and how difficult it was to eat just 1 cookie." Here's my feature: jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @penguinkids.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social

Sandra Day O'Connor advocated for "democracy, equal justice under the law, and the rule of law. She even carried a copy of the Constitution in her pocketbook." - @mollygolden.bsky.social ⚖️ Featured on my website: www.jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @eastwestlit.bsky.social

"One of her most well-known quotes is, 'We are fortunate in the U.S. to have a stable and durable democratic government. But we can’t be complacent in assuming this good fortune will continue… It is the citizens of our nation who must preserve our system of government, and we cannot forget that.'"

And thank you to YOU for giving us the opportunity to share lessons about our books! 📚🌟❤️ And it's such a delight to read everyone else's posts! @eastwestlit.bsky.social

"One of her most well-known quotes is, 'We are fortunate in the U.S. to have a stable and durable democratic government. But we can’t be complacent in assuming this good fortune will continue… It is the citizens of our nation who must preserve our system of government, and we cannot forget that.'"

Sandra Day O'Connor advocated for "democracy, equal justice under the law, and the rule of law. She even carried a copy of the Constitution in her pocketbook." - @mollygolden.bsky.social ⚖️ Featured on my website: www.jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @eastwestlit.bsky.social

"She kept listening, remembering voices of the smokejumpers who believed in her as much as she believed in herself." [email protected] New book about America's 1st Female Smokejumper Featured on my blog: jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @eastwestlit.bsky.social

Absolutely attending! 🌟Two kidlit stars 🌟 -- you and @mrschureads.bsky.social Can't wait!! 📚❤️🌟

"His enemies have seen that he's not foolish, not inferior, he's right!...because we're put on this earth to help one another. Through calm and stormy seas, it's one and all." - @michellemarkel.bsky.social Featured on my blog: jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @eastwestlit.bsky.social

"Andy's watercolors can be abstract & wild. As if his brush cut across the paper like a sword, splashing paint in every direction. The egg temperas can feel quiet and poetic" #ChristyOttavianoBooks @littlebrownyr.bsky.social Featured jeannewalkerharvey.com/single-post/... @eastwestlit.bsky.social

Gratitude to Jeanne for spreading the word! At a time when religious leaders are protesting injustice- this book is so relevant.📚

"Although I was in the comfort of my own home, and didn’t have to ride through snow, sleet, rain, and intense heat, there were days I felt like I’d ridden thousands of miles in order to polish this manuscript until it did justice to these bold and brave women."- @laurenkerstein.bsky.social 📚🏇