Maria Bogade – illustratör

How do you get dressed in the morning? Follow one girl as she gets dressed in clothes appropriate for the changing weather outside in this illustrated non-fiction book by Teresa Heapy. Pink A/Band 1A books offer emergent readers very simple text supported by illustrations.Children can recap the different clothes the girl puts on and the changing weather at each point on pages 14–15.Text type: A simple non-fiction bookCurriculum links: Citizenship: Choices

When free-spirited Jamie arrives at a new preschool, all the children learn that gender expression doesn't determine which toys to play with.There are so many fun things to play with at Jamie’s new preschool—baby dolls to care for, toy cars to drive—and Jamie wants to play with them all! But the other children are confused by Jamie’s gender expression . . . is Jamie a boy or a girl? Some toys are just for girls and others are just for boys, aren’t they? Not according to Jamie! Join Jamie’s new friends as they learn the importance of cooperation, creativity, and empathy. Jamie Is Jamie is a great way to start a conversation with children about gender expression by: challenging gender stereotypesshowing readers that playing is fundamental to learningreinforcing the idea that all children need the freedom to play unencumberedA special section for teachers, parents, and caregivers provides tips on how to make children’s playtime learning time.Don’t miss out on more of Jamie’s adventures in Jamie and Bubbie, available now!The Jamie Is Jamie SeriesThe Jamie Is Jamie series invites young children to join Jamie as they build confidence through imaginative free play, break down gender stereotypes, respect pronouns and gender identity, and learn self-advocacy skills. Each book includes a section for adults to help them reinforce the books' messages.

Jamie teaches respectful use of personal pronouns in this lighthearted, multigenerational story.Jamie is excited to spend the day walking around the neighborhood with great-grandma Bubbie. They meet so many friends and neighbors throughout the dayalong the way . . . but Jamie has to correct Bubbie when she incorrectly assumes Ms. Wallace is a he and their server is a she. “You can’t always know if someone goes by he or she or something else. Sometimes a person will tell you. If they don’t, you can use the person’s name or you can say they.” Jamie helps Bubbie understand that it’s important not to assume a person’s pronouns based on appearance, and to always use the name and pronouns they go by: he, she, they, or something else.Jamie and Bubbie introduces children, through an accessible fictional narrative, to the nonbinary experience, the use of gender-neutral pronouns, and how to respectfully use personal pronouns. They will learn the importance of using the correct pronouns, and that sometimes a person’s name and pronouns can change. The story stays lighthearted and sweet, while diving into an often misunderstood, evolving topic, so children can build empathy and begin to explore their own feelings about gender identity. A section at the back of the book includes tips for teachers, parents, and caregivers for expanding on the concepts in the book and for talking with children about gender.The Jamie Is Jamie SeriesThe Jamie Is Jamie series invites young children to join Jamie as they build confidence through imaginative free play, break down gender stereotypes, respect pronouns and gender identity, and learn self-advocacy skills. Each book includes a section for adults to help them reinforce the books' messages.

Get ready for excitement and surprises as Wee Granny (Scotland's very own Mary Poppins!) and her magic tartan bag set off on another adventure. Wee Granny is going on holiday with Emily and Harry to Arran but they've missed the ferry. Don't worry; Wee Granny's got just the thing in her magic bag -- a rowing boat!But shiver me timbers, on their journey Wee Granny and the children meet Captain Shoogle and his pirate crew.Does Wee Granny have anything in her magic bag to help the pirates find their buried treasure? You'll never guess what unbelievable thing she'll pull out next!The third book in the hugely popular Wee Granny's Magic Bag series is a hilarious tartan-Jolly Rodger mash-up with plenty of fun for pirates and landlubbers alike. Turn each page to reveal a brilliant mix of colourful illustrations and an exciting story full of surprises!

Everyone's favourite Wee Granny is back with her magic bag, and Emily and Harry are desperate to see what she's got inside it today.It's the day of the school ceilidh, and they have to pick up last-minute supplies before the celebrations and dancing can begin. But things don't go smoothly -- they miss their bus and then a flood closes the road. Does Wee Granny have something in her magic bag to save the day?This brilliant follow-up to the hugely popular Wee Granny's Magic Bag, starring a tartan Mary Poppins, offers a wonderful mix of colourful illustrations and an engaging story with surprises on every page!

There's something very special about Wee Granny's tartan bag. Each time she reaches inside, she pulls out a big surprise!Emily and Harry love spending time with Wee Granny. Extraordinary things always happen when she brings her tartan bag. Wee Granny and the children are having fun in the park when Mum calls to ask if they'll bake some cakes for the school fair. Wee Granny couldn't possibly have anything in her bag to help with that... Or could she?! This new edition of the hugely popular picture book starring a tartan Mary Poppins offers a wonderful mix of colourful illustrations and an engaging story, with surprises on every page!