Authors brighten the world with their colorful stories that entertain children and adults alike. One day a year to appreciate them hardly seems like enough! There are many ways to honor and appreciate your favorites:
Want to find out 100 fascinating facts about famous authors? Check out this article by Interesting Literature! Want to know more about how National Author's Day came to be? Here’s what the National Calendar had to say: In 1928, Nellie Verne Burt McPherson, president of the Bement, Illinois Women’s Club had an idea of setting aside a day to celebrate American authors. McPherson was a teacher and throughout her life, an avid reader. While she was recuperating in the hospital during World War I, she wrote a fan letter to fiction writer Irving Bacheller, telling him how much she enjoyed reading his story “Eben Holden’s Last Day A’ Fishin”. Upon receiving her letter, Bacheller sent her an autographed copy of another story and it was then that McPherson realized that she would never be able to adequately thank him for his gift. McPerson decided to show her appreciation by submitting an idea for a National Author’s Day to the General Federation of Women’s Clubs. A resolution was passed declaring November 1 as a day to honor American writers. The United States Department of Commerce recognized this day in 1949.
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What Is the Story of Wonder Woman?, written by Author Steve Korté, is part of Penworthy's WHO HQ Collection which features 22 titles. This series gives a fun spin on non-fiction books, with cool facts about historical figures, places and now origin stories of popular fictional characters. Also known as the 'Big Head' books, they are one of our most popular series that kids love to read to learn facts about their favorite people and places. Netflix also streams the Who Was? Show, so it's likely your kids will be familiar with the series and will enjoy learning with each new addition. This particular title, What is the Story of Wonder Woman, is one of Penworthy's newest and most popular additions. With the Wonder Woman and Justice League movies that been released and new ones in the works, this title will be a popular selection for boys and girls alike. Wonder Woman is one of the most popular super-heroines and one of the first ever created, making her comic book debut in 1941. This books gives details on how Wonder Woman was created, her back story, super powers and more! Sales Representative, Nate Kovatch Monster Mash a Halloween Story adapted by Jenne Simon This fun little 8x8 story is perfect for Halloween and beyond. The Super Monsters are original characters to the Netflix TV series, which just began its third season on October 4th! The premise behind the series is that each of the preschoolers who attend Pitchfork Pines Preschool have a different set of powers and become a different monster at night. "Sun Down, Monsters up!!" is what they say when they turn into monsters at night. In this story, the monsters are throwing a Halloween Party and they quickly realize the town needs to get in the spirit of Halloween! The best way to do that is to make decorations. Each of the monsters uses their special powers to create a unique Halloween decoration. Upon delivering the decorations, the monsters meet a young boy, Albert, who shy, introverted, and scared of all the things Halloween. The story continues with the monsters each kindly and creatively engaging with young Albert, to show him that Halloween is fun and not nearly as scary as he thinks. I selected this book as my Penworthy Pick because of the positive central theme - befriend and include every one in the fun you are having! The story Is perfect to celebrate the Halloween holiday but also promotes inclusion, having positive fun on Halloween, making new friends and using unique and special talents. This book is an adaptation of a TV episode but would also be perfect for a live action skit for a fun Halloween story time event - or for reading in a small group story time! |
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