Tag: Tomie de Paola

Become a Child Again with Tomie de Paola’s Book of Everyday Thanksgiving

~ Peggy Haslar

Preparing for Thanksgiving this week, I notice heaviness in my heart, yet I want to be thankful for a life rich with good gifts.  I turn to Tomie de Paola's golden-toned Look and Be Grateful and find the grace I'm seeking. De Paola's children's books have a lovely simplicity. His images transport the reader to … Continue reading Become a Child Again with Tomie de Paola’s Book of Everyday Thanksgiving

Picture Book Biographies: Childhoods of Self-Discovery Lead to Meaningful Lives

~ Peggy Haslar ~ 2 Comments

"Play the real way." I can't identify the moment I noticed that when the children I counsel in my rural school told me about a game they liked to play they no longer meant tag or UNO or imaginary pirates, but a favorite video game. I do remember suggesting a board game as a fun … Continue reading Picture Book Biographies: Childhoods of Self-Discovery Lead to Meaningful Lives