G Brian Karas

The Boy Who Loved Maps

Anne Schwartz Books | 978-1984852304 “There once was a boy who loved maps.” All kinds of maps. Small enough to fit in a pocket. Large enough to fill up walls. Maps of cities, countries, and continents. Everyone called the boy “the MAPMAKER.” CLICK TO ENLARGE © G. Brian Karas When a girl comes to see… Read more »

Librarian’s Corner: Our Small World, Part 1

Celebrating diversity is a great way to begin a new school year. It reminds your students that each of them are valued because of, not in spite of, the unique characteristics they possess. “We all should know that diversity makes for a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all the threads of the tapestry… Read more »

A Blue Chimpanzee and a Scrumptious Cake!

Don’t bring your blue chimpanzee to school, even if his name is Dodger, and even if he isn’t entirely real. Dodger is Willie’s best friend. Dodger tags along with Willie wherever he goes. The two of them share trouble, adventures, and baseball. If you don’t believe me, read DODGER AND ME by Jordan Sonnenblick (a… Read more »