Nancy Willard était une auteure, poétesse et essayiste primée dont les œuvres pour enfants ont obtenu des distinctions prestigieuses. Son écriture explorait souvent la frontière délicate entre le rêve et la réalité, le magique et le quotidien. Sa poésie et sa prose se caractérisent par leur lyrisme, leur caractère ludique et leur capacité à insuffler aux choses ordinaires un sentiment d'émerveillement. Par son style unique, elle a enrichi la littérature jeunesse avec des récits intemporels empreints de fantaisie et de sagesse.
The trilogy features captivating adventures of a boy and his orange cat, Plumpet, inviting young readers into a world of exploration and excitement. With engaging narratives crafted by Newbery Medal-winning author Nancy Willard, these tales promise to keep children enthralled from start to finish, making it a delightful collection for adventurous spirits.
The Way of the Donkey is an entrancing book that will delight all ages. Learn all about donkeys, their incredible history, and how people are supported by and enjoying donkeys throughout the world today. Donkeys were first domesticated in Egypt 5,000 years B.C. They were the first animal used in service to humanity. Use of donkeys allowed for the establishment of trade routes. These trade routes brought people together and allowed civilization to flourish. In many parts of the world, donkeys remain a valuable service animal for families. Donkeys are also popular as family pets and more. Donkeys have fun doing donkey shows, pack burro racing, donkey trail riding, donkey trekking, donkey therapy, and even helping out at weddings. Donkeys have also played a role in every major religion as an animal that provides valuable service. Donkeys have traits that, when modeled, help people feel happy and empowered and respond effectively when things get tough. This is The Way of the Donkey. Donkeys connect with friends, reach out to be kind, build their strengths, and focus on the good. If things get tough, donkeys stop and stay calm, stand tall, and think things through.
This guide provides educators with essential strategies to instill online safety and responsible digital citizenship in students. It covers key topics such as recognizing online threats, understanding privacy settings, and promoting respectful communication in digital spaces. The book emphasizes interactive teaching methods and practical activities to engage students effectively. By fostering critical thinking and awareness, it aims to empower young learners to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.
Exploring the intersection of nature and human experience, this collection illuminates the magic in everyday life. The poet reflects on childhood memories and lost loved ones, sharing poignant encounters with the past, such as a sister's visitation after death and a grandfather's posthumous call. Through vivid imagery, she animates the natural world, giving voice to plants and animals while drawing connections to human emotions. With empathy and insight, she reveals the profound connections between our lives and the environment, transforming ordinary moments into extraordinary reflections.
The collection highlights Nancy Willard's deep appreciation for nature, vividly portraying the landscapes of Cape Cod and the Hudson Valley. Through her poetry, she captures moments such as the transition to night in an orchard and the arrival of spring as rivers thaw. Willard's engagement with wildlife is evident as she reflects on her interactions with creatures like moon snails, ladybugs, and butterflies, infusing her work with a sense of wonder and connection to the natural world.
A collection of poems describing the curious menagerie of guests and residents, human and animal, at William Blake's inn.
As a teacher of writing and a highly respected author of prose and poetry for both adults and children, Nancy Willard knows well the power of writing. In thirteen graceful essays she speaks of the realities of a writer's life and of the ever-present need to turn the reader into a believer. She speaks of the abiding spirits - the "angels" - that preside over the world around us and with which writers must reckon as they form their ideas about objects, actions, and human beings. Readers of these essays will be challenged to a new awareness - and inspired to use that awareness to create.
The story explores the consequences of self-control through a contemporary fairy tale, highlighting how inventiveness can triumph over challenges. With engaging illustrations by Kevin Hawkes, this narrative by Newbery Medalist Nancy Willard weaves a tale that blends moral lessons with imaginative storytelling, making it a captivating read for both children and adults.
