Books are for More Than Just Reading! October 14, 2011. Picture book art has come a long way. Back in the day, publishers could only afford to do black and white or 2 to 3 colors. Modern day picture books are an explosion of rich details and colors. Through paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media and collage, picture books have become works of art. They can be used as a tool to develop observational skills and art appreciation in children. Does it look realistic? .

Welcome to the Oregon Battle of the Books Info Page! Welcome to the Oregon Battle of the Books Info Page. Please take some time to learn about the different books and authors. You can also get BOB books from the Hermiston Public Library. Start your own free website. A surprisingly easy drag and drop site creator.

The name is used to evoke the idea of a traditional Easter egg. I believe Easter Eggs .

The Bird is an adventure that opens eyes, makes the heart race, and spirits fly. Introduction to the principles that shape boys into lifelong readers. A Civil War novel by J. Two brothers from Kentucky get captured by the Rebel army. The brothers soon find they are fighting for survival in Andersonville Confederate Prison. They also search for their missing father, whom they believe is somewhere within the confines of the prison walls.

I hope you enjoy your stay. There are 49 states, then there is Louisiana.

Tuesday, May 1, 2012. A little doodle, experimenting with various pens. Monday, April 30, 2012. Otter outta the sketch book. Thursday, April 26, 2012. Well, I think I just learned something tonight. Check this out - the original graphitint drawing taken with the handy dandy iPhone. The previous one I used was scanned in - not the same quality at all! Something to Google, I guess. The texture of the paper and the tones seem much more present in this version. Tuesday, April 24, 2012.

Sunday, May 13, 2012. Sunday Brunch for Mothers and Maurice. Author Amy Goldman Koss shares her thoughts in an LA Times opinion piece.

Connecting Children to Nature Through American Literature 1890-Today. Thursday, May 26, 2011. Connecting Children to Nature Through American Literature 1890-Today exhibit website. Inspire new ideas and learning opportunities! This is where educators, students, and families can share great ideas how to enhance the lessons and meaning of the selected books. Have fun with this so that there can be a lively discussion. We will continue to monitor and comment throughout the year.

Sometimes the world feels pretty bleak, and we feel helpless to change it. There seems to be no end to natural disasters, poverty, religious persecution, hate crimes, environmental destruction, and bullying. It is pretty clear that world suck is increasing every day. Looking for a word to describe this feeling? What the heck is. Sadness felt at the imperfect state of the world, especially at the behavior of human beings.

Courage is courage is courage. When most people think of courage. Young readers will appreciate their inner courage and feel like they too can handle whatever challenges they must face.