“A Teacher Like You” & “The Lady of the Library” Picture Books
Note: Thank you to Sleeping Bear Press for providing copies to review. All opinions are my own.
Teachers and libraries promote literacy and education, and two new books released by Sleeping Bear Press celebrate them both. Read on to learn more about the picture books A Teacher Like You and The Lady of the Library.
A Teacher Like You
Written by Frank Murphy and Barbara Dan and illustrated by Kayla Harren
We have all had teachers who impacted our lives. Perhaps it was a kindergarten teacher who opened your eyes to wonderous new things in the world. Or a second-grade teacher who believed you could accomplish anything. Teachers have the power to encourage and uplift a child’s education and self-esteem.
A Teacher Like You celebrates the teachers in our lives and their everyday contributions. Written by teachers for teachers, the book highlights how educators help students reach their potential.
Sample text:
The world needs a teacher…
to be loving and accepting.
To be full of wonder and inspiration.
I needed a teacher like you.
Colorful illustrations with inspiring and positive themes feature diverse characters, reflecting our society. Young readers from a variety of backgrounds will be able to see themselves in the story.
A Teacher Like You is part of the themed picture book series by Frank Murphy that also includes A Boy Like You and A Girl Like You. A Teacher Like You is ideal for readers aged 4-8 years old and would make a wonderful gift for that special teacher in your life. Purchase hardcover or electronic versions on SleepingBearPress.com, Amazon, and other major book retailers.
The Lady of the Library
Written by Angie Karcher and illustrated by Rachel Sanson
The Lady of the Library celebrates how librarians – even ghost ones – can inspire children to learn and read. This imaginary story is based on the true tale of the “haunted” Willard Public Library in Evansville, Indiana.
A friendly ghostly woman roams the halls of a local library. When the library is scheduled for demolition, the building closes to the ghost’s dismay. Staff begins to remove books, and construction workers dismantle light fixtures.
A young girl sees the value of keeping the library open and wants to save it. Written in rhyme, this whimsical story follows the girl’s quest as she collaborates with the ghost and raises media attention to rescue their beloved place. They come up with innovative and fun ways to bring back patrons and raise funds.
Expressive illustrations enhance the text with details and colors that reflect the storyline. Back matter includes additional information on the Willard Public Library’s history as well as the phenomenon of haunted libraries.
The Lady of the Library story is an ode to the critical role of libraries in our communities as a place to bring people together and provide free resources to support education and literacy. The book is ideal for readers aged 4-8 years old. Purchase hardcover or electronic versions on SleepingBearPress.com, Amazon, and other major book retailers.
Enter the “A Teacher Like You” & “The Lady of the Library” Picture Book Giveaway [CLOSED]
One lucky reader will win a copy of his/her choice of either the A Teacher Like You or The Lady of the Library picture book. Please enter via the entry form below. The giveaway is open to entrants aged 18+ years old with a U.S. mailing address. Good luck!