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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Sharing a few of our favorite #pb for that time of year when bees have lost all sense of personal space! These books quell fears with compelling narratives and facts. Which books are your favorites this time of year? #kidlit #edusky #teachersky #booksky

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Happy to be among the immense talent in the Honorable Mentions of this year’s #PBParty! Sincerely appreciate all the time and effort of the PB Party Judges that make this such a successful and fun event. #kidlit #amwriting @sylviaichen.bsky.social @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

I’m teaming up with @charlesbridge.bsky.social to share the playful and exciting #STEAMWORKS series! Featuring diverse characters and multilingual text, readers explore scientific inquiry and mathematical thinking to solve problems. #STEAM is fun! STEAM is everywhere! STEAM is for everyone! #kidlit

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

In FOOTPRINTS ACROSS THE PLANET, there’s animal tracks, of course. But also footprints, words, and actions people have left behind leaving readers to be inspired by ingenuity and progress. 📚👍🏻 kidlitgrove.substack.com/p/steam-spot... @jenswanbooks.bsky.social #edulib #teachersky #stem #teachersky

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Sharing a few #backtoschool books to help with the tangle of emotions that sometimes come around this time of year. #kidlit #edusky #teachersky #edulib Read the full post here: kidlitgrove.substack.com/p/back-to-sc...

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

MY MONSTER ALPHABET COLORING BOOK by Howard McWilliam brings a beloved series to the table with monsterly alphabet connections that bring out the giggles! @flashlightpress.bsky.social Take a peek inside and enter the #giveaway here: kidlitgrove.substack.com/p/set-sail-f... #kidlit #edulib

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Happy Launch Day to SET SAIL FOR SCHOOL @dlkgotts.bsky.social and Gal Weizman! This is a playful story that turns a regular school day into a high seas adventure. #bookreview and #giveaway here: kidlitgrove.substack.com/p/set-sail-f... #kidlit #edulib #booksky @flashlightpress.bsky.social

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

A new blog series begins next month on #KidLitGrove! We look at #STEAM connections in #pb and #mg books and how they extend into the classroom. Here’s a peek at our upcoming features! Sign up to follow along! kidlitgrove.substack.com #edulib #kidlit #edusky @steamteambooks.bsky.social

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

One of my favorite places to write was at a vacation house in the mountains of West Virginia. This was the view. It was quiet, but the far off sounds of trains and birds were the perfect background music. #SunWriteFun #kidlit www.karengreenwaldcontests.com/sunwritefun26

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Sharing one of my favorite #NF books for #SunWriteFun: WHAT’S IN YOUR POCKET by Heather Montgomery and Maribel Lachuga. Love how this story celebrates the curiosity and wonder kids are caretakers for, and nurturing a love of nature treasures! #kidlit www.karengreenwaldcontests.com/sunwritefun26

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

The #SunWriteFun theme this year is GIFTS! One of my favorite #kidlit stories that focuses on generosity is STONE SOUP. It is one of my favorite #pb springboards to encourage community and giving through nature play. www.karengreenwaldcontests.com/sunwritefun26

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Our favorite summer camp adventure yet! We’re explore the stories hidden in everything above the treetops, from the clouds to satellites and stars. #STEM #natureplay

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

If you’re hoping to integrate systems education into your classrooms this year, take a peek at #KidLitGrove’s new and FREE #STEAM #PBL unit! Inspired by Linda Booth Sweeney + Ariel Rutland’s upcoming DO BEES PEE? THE AMAZING AND CURIOUS WAYS NATURE AVOIDS POO-LLUTION 📚👍🏻 #kidlit #edusky #edulib

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

In the spirit of #sunwritefun, I’m sharing my favorite #pb to gift: A POCKET FULL OF ROCKS by @kristimahoney.bsky.social + @ebgoodale.bsky.social. Because who doesn’t like filling their pockets with treasures? Take a peek at this year’s #kidlit contest! www.karengreenwaldcontests.com/sunwritefun26

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

I’ve shared a glimpse of #KidLitGrove new #STEAM #PBL unit releasing next week where students are invited to become “Loop Engineers.” Check out the sneak peek and enter the book GIVEAWAY — deadline to enter is next Wednesday, August 12! kidlitgrove.substack.com/p/sneak-peek... #edusky #edulib

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Have you ever wondered why a child repeatedly dumps their toys, mixes colors of playdough into one brown lump, lines everything up, or builds towers as tall as they can? Those repeated play patterns are called #playschemas, and offer a fascinating peek into how children learn through #play. 📚👍🏻

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Have you seen what’s new on the Children’s Book Resource Hub? It’s home to over 75 #kidlit authors and 500+ book-based resources. You’ll also find #authorvisit information and resource libraries for home and classrooms! Take a peek — it’s FREE! #edulib #edusky open.substack.com/pub/kidlitgr...

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Kim Collazo @kcollazo.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Calling all primary teachers! @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social has compiled all of her Play Schemas information into a valuable booklet—complete with related #PictureBook suggestions. Perfect to place inside your new lesson planner for this year!🤩 kidlitgrove.substack.com/p/introducin...

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Introducing the Play Schema Guide

Everything from the Play Schemas series, including picture book pairings, playful invitations, and practical support gathered into one resource.

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Kim Collazo @kcollazo.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

🚌 Educator friends! As the school year creeps steadily into the corners of your mind, make sure you don’t miss this update from #KidLitGrove! 📚And author friends, connect with @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social to inquire about adding your book and supporting resources. open.substack.com/pub/kidlitgr...

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What’s New in the Children’s Book Resource Hub: Back to School Edition

The Hub is growing! Find fresh resources to begin the school year with books at the center.

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

This fall on KidLit Grove! The STEAM Spotlight series shines a light on #pb and #mg books with STEAM concepts. We kick off the series in September with @jenswanbooks.bsky.social’s, FOOTPRINTS ACROSS THE PLANET. Each spotlight includes a #bookreview, free #STEAM resources, and #authorinterview.

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

New additions announced tomorrow! The Children’s Book Resource Hub has grown to welcome over 75 #kidlit authors and 500+ resources — all based on themes and concepts within beloved #picturebooks and #mgbooks. Take a peek! #edulib #teachersky #amwriting kidlitgrove.substack.com/p/childrens-...

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

One of my favorite ways to build #earlyliteracy is through story tokens. Not only do they invite children to practice sequencing and comprehension, they build vocabulary and become storytellers themselves by creating new adventures. 📕 A BEAR SAT ON MY PORCH TODAY by Jane Yolen + Rilla Alexander📚👍🏻

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

KidLit Grove’s Bookshelf is up! This is a free, living collection of the hundreds of #kidlit books I’ve recommended and used in my curriculum, organized by theme. It will continue to grow with each new resource, season, and new book release. open.substack.com/pub/kidlitgr... 📚👍🏻 #edusky #edulib

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KidLit Grove’s Bookshelf

A living collection of curated children’s books used in KidLit Grove’s curriculum, organized by theme.

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Kim Collazo @kcollazo.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Hey friends! Especially my primary educator friends! Make sure you bookmark this amazing resource being curated by @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social. Need a #PictureBook for a particular topic/unit? This collection will be the first place you look! open.substack.com/pub/kidlitgr...

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KidLit Grove’s Bookshelf

A living collection of curated children’s books used in KidLit Grove’s curriculum, organized by theme.

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

#Kidlit creators: I'm growing KidLit Grove's free Children's Book Resource Hub for the upcoming school year! If you have book-based activity guides, educator resources, I'd love to include them. Learn more, add or update listings here: forms.gle/5gLJbnRJLkdw... #edusky #edulib #stem #teachersky

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

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 #kidlit #edusky

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Kim Collazo @kcollazo.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

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!📚 open.substack.com/pub/kidlitgr...

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Part 3 | The Way Children Play: Understanding Play Schemas Through Story

Part 3 of 3: exploring the more creative and adventurous schemas through story and play.

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Kim Collazo @kcollazo.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

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!🔥 open.substack.com/pub/kidlitgr...

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Part 2 | The Way Children Play: Understanding Play Schemas Through Story

Part 2 of 3: Exploring three of the quieter play schemas through stories and play.

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

“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. 📚👍🏻 #kidlit #booksky #edusky #edulib kidlitgrove.substack.com/p/the-magic-...

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The Magic of Letter U: Umbrellas and All Things Up, Up, and Away

A play-based approach to early literacy with sensory play, STEAM, and storytelling.

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

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. open.substack.com/pub/kidlitgr... #edusky #steam #edulib #skybrarian

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

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. #bookgiveaway #edusky #edulib

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

#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 open.substack.com/pub/kidlitgr...

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One Connected Ocean: A STEAM Workshop Inspired By The Ocean Protectors + GIVEAWAY!

A FREE K–2 STEAM workshop exploring ocean science, coral reefs, and hopeful environmental stewardship.

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Kim Collazo @kcollazo.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

🔥Talk about a dynamic duo! Wow! @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social and Blair Williamson (The Ocean Writer) bringing the wonders of the ocean to everyone!🌊 open.substack.com/pub/kidlitgr...

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One Connected Ocean: A STEAM Workshop Inspired By The Ocean Protectors + GIVEAWAY!

A FREE K–2 STEAM workshop exploring ocean science, coral reefs, and hopeful environmental stewardship.

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Earth Month is here! I’m excited to share a FREE K–2 #STEAM lesson inspired by THE OCEAN PROTECTORS to help kids explore ocean science, diffusion, and environmental stewardship through movement & hands-on learning + #bookgiveaway! This lesson culminates in showing small choices ripple outward.

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

WHEN RAIN FALLS invites readers to wonder: where do animals go when it rains? 📚👍🏻 #Nonfiction champion, @mstewartscience.bsky.social introduces readers to how creatures respond to rain in both practical + interesting ways. It’s a perfect title to support spring units! #kidlit #pb #edusky #edulib

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

KidLit Grove showed up in #Substack Top #50 Rising Education publications! While rankings can change at any moment, this felt worth pausing to celebrate. Seeing more #educators, #librarians, #authors and #families finding these resources means the world. I’m so excited for what’s coming next!

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

#PictureBooks have a way of guiding children toward understanding minds beyond their own. These stories are some of my favorites for inviting children to notice, wonder, and empathize without forcing a lesson. 📚👍🏻 open.substack.com/pub/kidlitgr... #kidlit #playbased #edusky #edulib #socialskills

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Kim Collazo @kcollazo.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

🐚 Are you a beach-walking shell collector? Do you know kids who collect shells? Make sure you read @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social ‘s recent newsletter featuring a beautiful #PB about a blind biologist written by Suzanne Sherman! open.substack.com/pub/kidlitgr...

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Observation Beyond Sight: How “Shell Seeker” Invites Scientific Discovery Through Senses

A book review of ”Shell Seeker: The Life, Work, and Adventures of a Blind Biologist” by Suzanne Sherman, and the ways sensory discovery help young learners become scientists of the natural world.

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Sharing a gem of a #nonfiction #pb! Beautifully written and illustrated, this book would be perfect for #stem lessons, nature studies, summer programs, and inquiry-based units. 📚 👍🏻 FREE resources and full review: open.substack.com/pub/kidlitgr... #edusky #edulib #teachersky #kidlit #nsta

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Stories that nurture early communication center imagination and interpretation rather than dialogue-heavy storytelling. Wordless and visually rich books are especially powerful because they invite children to become the storyteller. What would you add to this list? #kidlit 📚👍🏻 #edusky

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Lindsay | KidLit Grove @lindsayamoretti.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

The beautiful BUTTERFLY SEA by @booksbycindy.bsky.social and Marie-Laure Couet inspired me to hand my kids a camera and give them a mission: photograph signs of spring. 🌱 They noticed the smallest details I would have walked right past. See my new post and grab the free printable record sheet!

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