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    Books & Cooks Letter M: Mustard Seed

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    This year I’m going to be combining two of my passions – cooking and kid lit for Books & Cooks! I’ll be bringing you great recipes based on spices of the alphabet that pair perfectly with kid lit books! Next up? The letter M and spicy mustard seed! Spice: Mustard Seed The…

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    Books & Cooks Letter L: Lemon Pepper

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    This year I’m going to be combining two of my passions – cooking and kid lit for Books & Cooks! I’ll be bringing you great recipes based on spices of the alphabet that pair perfectly with kid lit books! Next up? The letter L and sharp and spicy Lemon Pepper! Spice: Lemon…

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    Books & Cooks Letter K: Kaffir Lime Leaves

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    This year I’m going to be combining two of my passions – cooking and kid lit for Books & Cooks! I’ll be bringing you great recipes based on spices of the alphabet that pair perfectly with kid lit books! Next up? The letter K and lemony-lime tasting Kaffir Lime leaves! Spice: Kaffir…

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    Books & Cooks Letter I: Italian Herb Blend

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    This year I’m going to be combining two of my passions – cooking and kid lit for Books & Cooks! I’ll be bringing you great recipes based on spices of the alphabet that pair perfectly with kid lit books! Next up? The letter I and comforting Italian herb blend! Spice: Italian Herb…

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    Books & Cooks Letter F: Fenugreek

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    This year I’m going to be combining two of my passions – cooking and kid lit for Books & Cooks! I’ll be bringing you great recipes based on spices of the alphabet that pair perfectly with kid lit books! Next up? The letter F and maple-y fenugreek! Spice: Fenugreek If you’ve ever…

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    16 East Asian Picture Book Illustrators

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    Introduction I wanted to do something after hearing about East Asian and Asian American people being harassed because of the coronavirus. I think it’s ridiculous that people are using a global pandemic as an excuse to be racist. So I’m choosing to spend the next week being an ally of…

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    20 East Asian Picture Book Authors

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    I wanted to do something after hearing about East Asian and Asian American people being harassed because of the coronavirus. I think it’s ridiculous that people are using a global pandemic as an excuse to be racist. So I’m choosing to spend the next week being an ally of East…

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    Four on Friday: The Unexpected

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    If you’re looking for some picture books that will pique a child’s interest, then look no further than these four titles! Today’s Four on Friday: The Unexpected theme includes stories that have unexpected parts that will definitely keep you on your toes. And you’ll definitely have kids hanging on every…

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    Four on Friday: Worries

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    Yesterday, I posted about a new normal, which I know is something everyone is trying to figure out right now. With schools closed, parents working from home, and the threat of catching coronavirus if you leave your house, it’s stressful! But for kids, especially young ones, it can be extremely…

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    Four on Friday: Wiggly Worms

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    I picked up What About Worms!? by Ryan T. Higgins at the PLA Conference and instantly fell in love which is what inspired this Four On Friday: Wiggly Worms book list. I love Ryan’s sense of humor and adorable drawings. If you’re not familiar with Ryan’s, definitely check out Mother…