What Does Thanksgiving Mean to You?

Thanksgiving is… By Gail Gibbons   Yams or sweet potatoes? Chestnut or sausage dressing? Sweet potato pie, apple or the traditional pumpkin? All across America, come the fourth Thursday in November, families of all configurations will gather to celebrate with rituals of food and family to give thanks. And School Library Journal’s take on Ms.…

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Way Back Wednesday Essential Classic

Halloween is… By Gail Gibbons Kirkus Reviews said of this book, “A treat, rather than a trick.” And I agree wholeheartedly. If you’ve never read the picture books,  “Halloween is…”,  “Thanksgiving is…” and Christmas is…” by Gail Gibbons, they are a true treat of a trio, and I’ll be taking time for each, in turn,…

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