School Is Wherever I Am
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Celebrate curiosity with this picture book from Ellie Peterson, the creator behind How to Hug a Pufferfish, about a young student who discovers the countless opportunities for learning that exist beyond the classroom. A perfect back-to-school read for every kid, family, and classroom collection!
Is school only one place?
Are there other classrooms?
Different teachers?
New lessons?
Explore the ever-expanding definition of school where every experience is a chance to learn something new.
Readers will follow the young narrator through his day and journey beyond the four walls of the classroom to find lessons in laughter, nature, and family moments--wherever they find themselves. Whether it's under a starry sky, on a school trip, or nestled in their favorite reading nook, school is anywhere and everywhere--a boundless, lifelong adventure waiting to be discovered.
About this Author
Ellie Peterson is the author and illustrator behind How to Hug a Pufferfish. A middle school science teacher by day, author and artist by night, she is inspired by teaching young readers to question how they know what they know. She is also the illustrator of It's a Round, Round World and The Reason for the Seasons by Joulia Copernicus and Bea's Bees written by Katherine Pryor. Ellie lives with her family in Seattle, Washington.
Reviews
"[A] starting point for a conversation on the importance of learning, curiosity, and actively taking part in the world at all times. An excellent purchase for school libraries and public libraries with a big homeschooling community ." --School Library Journal, starred review
"Nails the essence of a good education, the attitude of a lifelong learner, and the many places and opportunities in the world where learning can take place. . . .Readers will be making their own lists, perhaps before the last page is turned. --Kirkus Reviews
"Inspiring readers to see "school," and various types of intelligence, in new ways." --Publishers Weekly
"Thought-provoking, inspiring, and likely to resonate with students." --Booklist
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