Have you heard of “play schemas?” I hadn’t! Learning so much reading this series by @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social. Great info for educators, AND for us authors who aim to make our PBs relevant for kids…this is crucial stuff!🔥
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Do NOT miss this last post in @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social Play Schemas series! Fascinating look at why children play the way they do & amazing #PictureBooks to help support each type! Awesome for #Educators & my #KidLit friends—this can help inform your stories!📚
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#BOOKGIVEAWAY
THE OCEAN PROTECTORS is an award-winning story that shows children small efforts can make a big difference.
Author, Blair Williamson, is giving away one copy of her book! To enter, subscribe for free and comment on this post by April 8! #kidlit
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Part 2 of 3: Exploring three of the quieter play schemas through stories and play.
🔥Talk about a dynamic duo! Wow! @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social and Blair Williamson (The Ocean Writer) bringing the wonders of the ocean to everyone!🌊
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A FREE K–2 STEAM workshop exploring ocean science, coral reefs, and hopeful environmental stewardship.
The Walking Rainbow — yes, it really works!
I’ve seen this experiment everywhere, but watching the colors “walk” from glass to glass fascinated my kids (and me). Full instructions and kid-friendly science explanation on the blog.
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Lindsay | KidLit Grove
“The Umbrella” by Beth Ferry and Tom Lichtenheld mirrors so much of what we see in children’s play with the way they transform ordinary objects into something magical, and the way they find beauty in pieces. 📚👍🏻
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Lindsay | KidLit Grove
Last day to enter our book giveaway!
Win a copy of The Ocean Protectors by Blair Northen Williamson + explore our FREE K–2 STEAM workshop celebrating Earth Month through movement, science, and environmental stewardship.
Subscribe + comment at the link below to enter.
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A Pathway for Pollinators inspires our youngest readers to be part of a movement to protect our pollinators.
@schaubwrites.bsky.social weaves poetic text with practical tips on beginning your own pollinator pit stop. 📚👍🏻
Take a peek at my full review! @steamteambooks.bsky.social
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Two days left to enter the #bookgiveaway!
Win a copy of MUD TO THE RESCUE! by @tanyakonerman.bsky.social + grab FREE, book-based #STEAM unit.
Includes:
🌿 #PBL unit (nature-smart structures)
🌿 #sensory STEAM centers
🌿 #mentortext lesson (personification)
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Lindsay | KidLit Grove
A play-based approach to early literacy with sensory play, STEAM, and storytelling.
