Sara Gillingham
Sara Gillingham is an award-winning children’s book author and illustrator, art director, and designer who has helped publish many bestselling books. Sara has written and illustrated more than 25 titles for children, including How to Grow a Friend, Snuggle the Baby, the Empowerment series, and the bestselling In My series. She lives in Vancouver with her family.
Kids Books (2)
Synopsis:
An adorable, STEM-themed picture book for kids 4 to 8 that reveals the wisdom mushrooms have to teach us.
Mushrooms always wear their thinking caps. They know so many things. This vibrant and informative book shares the fascinating lessons that fungi can teach us: that small can be mighty, being unique is a reason to celebrate—and staying connected is key. Sara Gillingham’s lively art and Kallie George’s charming text captures the wondrous world of mushrooms, and everything we can learn from it.
Featuring over fifty kinds of mushrooms, Mushrooms Know shares:
- Engaging informational side bars with wild facts about mushrooms (such as how some are so strong they can grow through cement, and others can glow in the dark!)
- Backmatter that dives further into the science
- Important life lessons (including how to help each other and keep our homes clean)
For budding mycologists and forest adventurers alike, this is a must-have addition to the science and nature bookshelf.
Educator Information
Recommended for ages 4 to 8.
Curriculum Connections: Nature and the Environment / Ecosystems / Life Cycles / Interdependence / STEM
Additional Information
40 pages | 10.00" x 8.00" | Hardcover
Synopsis:
A moving picture book for ages 3 to 8 about a daisy who is told she’s “just a weed”—and embarks on a journey to find her place in the garden.
Daisy is new to the garden and just opening her petals to the sun when Rose tells her that she's just a weed. What’s a weed? Daisy asks. Weeds aren't planted on purpose, Rose explains, and they only get in the way. Soon Daisy compares herself to other plants in the garden: she isn't tall like Sunflower, nor sweet like Strawberry, nor fragrant like Rose. Daisy worries that Rose might be right—that she is a weed after all—until a strange and beautiful plant offers Daisy a different perspective. Maybe Daisy can choose her own purpose! And why do others get to decide who she is?
This sweet and empowering story is the perfect gift for teaching young children about:
- Self-compassion and confidence. Daisy learns that she is so much more than “just a weed” and that it’s up to her to define who she is, not others.
- Everyone has something special about them, and supporting one another can help us grow.
- The importance of loving yourself exactly as you are.
Educator Information
Recommended for ages 3 to 8.
Curriculum Connections: Features of Plants / How Plants Are Used / Plant Adaptations / Positive Peer Relationships / Bullying / Self-Awareness
The Rainbow Fish for kids who love the garden.
Additional Information
36 pages | 8.00" x 11.00" | Hardcover
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