Buffy Silverman

Hi, Debbie--I'd like to be added to the #KidlistMegaFeed. Thank you. (@buffysilverman.bsky.social)

I'm thrilled that STARLIGHT SYMPHONY was nominated for the Charter Oak Children's Book Award! @lernerbooks.bsky.social

Animals in Concert: Discovering Animal Families & Sound through STEAM Centers Inspired by STARLIGHT SYMPHONY by Buffy Silverman, this sensory-rich, animal-themed unit is perfect for PreK–1st.

It’s launch day for my new Animal Family STEAM Centers unit for PreK–K! A play-based, sensory rich unit that supports early math, music & movement, & fine motor fun.

Inspired by @buffysilverman.bsky.social’s STARLIGHT SYMPHONY.

#kidlit #STEM #preschool #edusky

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SEND AN EMAIL: Tell Congress to Reinstate the Librarian of Congress! President Trump has crossed another dangerous line by abruptly firing Dr. Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress.

Trump fired the Librarian of Congress without cause!

Send an email to your representative to stop Trump's attack on the Library of Congress.

action.everylibrary.org/emailhayden via @everylibrary.bsky.social

Perfect for Earth Day:
@buffysilverman.bsky.social shares a POEM SHARE video of her poem about on of Earth's amazing acrobats! www.poetryboost.com/2025/04/buff... @ncte.org #kidlit #poetry #PoetryMonth

#NationalPoetryMonth

Hello one and all! Did you know…a FREE and EASY way to support authors and illustrators is to request their books from your local library! Did I mention…FREE 🤓. #kidlitart #kidlit #libraryrequests

LET LYRICAL LANGUAGE ADD MUSIC TO YOUR WRITING

Thanks to #NFFEST for having me on your blog today!
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The 2025 Cooperative Children's Book Center (CCBC) Choices are here! Congratulations to the fantastic authors and illustrators whose works have been selected!

Check out the full list of amazing books that were selected here: uwmadison.app.box.com/s/suik7hnvv6...

I've been binge-listening a new podcast from @kirstenwlarson.bsky.social
So excellent!

Great episodes already with @buffysilverman.bsky.social @nchurnin.bsky.social @bandersonwriter.bsky.social @stephaniegibeault.bsky.social @nellcrossbeckerman.bsky.social kerman

Great to be with your thoughtful kids!

Here we go! One of my favorite days of the year at school connecting students with authors and illustrators. 📚❤️ @meganefreeman.bsky.social @joshfunkbooks.bsky.social @meganefreeman.bsky.social @jessicalanan.bsky.social @joshcleland.bsky.social @jacobgrantbooks.bsky.social #wrad #worldreadaloudday

There's nothing more hopeful than spending a day speaking to kiddos. I had a great time sharing STARLIGHT SYMPHONY and answering questions with kids in New Jersey, Illinois, New Mexico, Michigan, Colorado, Northern New York, Long Island, and Maryland. Happy World Read Aloud Day!

#kidlit #WRAD

Weird indeed. The only exception that came to mind in my 2 minutes of thought is leafy green lettuce/salad. Red leaf lettuce follows the pattern.

So grateful that STARLIGHT SYMPHONY is on @fuse8.bsky.social 's Fabulous Photography and Readaloud lists!!
#kidlit

Hooray! So nice that Starlight Symphony is in such good company!

LitLinks: 3 easy ways to use animals to introduce onomatopoeia - Patricia Newman Explain to your students that you will be reading a book that uses words to describe different animal sounds, represented by onomatopoeia.

Get ready for a roaring good time as we explore animal communication on #LitLinks 🦉Discover 3 easy ways to introduce onomatopoeia to your students thru engaging sound walks & stories
🐾 patriciamnewman.com?p=12374

#edusky @buffysilverman.bsky.social
@steamteambooks.bsky.social
#sciencekids

LitLinks: 3 easy ways to use animals to introduce onomatopoeia - Patricia Newman Explain to your students that you will be reading a book that uses words to describe different animal sounds, represented by onomatopoeia.

#Teachers -- here are some ideas for introducing onomatopoeia to students and including it in their writing. Thanks to @patricianewman.bsky.social for having me on LitLinks today!
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@lernerbooks.bsky.social

Thanks, Susan!

31 Days, 31 Lists: 2024 Picture Book Readalouds Today, we celebrate the books that can enrapture in mere moments thanks to the power of words and images (and your own vocal chords) alone.

Hooray, hooray! Thank you to Betsy Bird for including Starlight Symphony on her picture book readaloud list!!

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Eee-oh-lay! Oong-KA-chunk! Absolutely delighted to see STARLIGHT SYMPHONY by @buffysilverman.bsky.social on Betsy's Best Picture Book Readaloud list!

I'm participating in #WRAD again this year and have a few spots left in my schedule. Interested? Sign up here:
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Please add me--thank you!

Thanks, Brian--I appreciate the shoutout!

Thanks for listening!

Thank you, Marcie!!

Come take a listen to my conversation with Kirsten about writing nonfiction poetry!

five for autumn’s splendors Autumn is my favorite season. Being a northern girl, I feel happiest when the temperatures start dropping and the mornings get frosty. Today’s books are warm with autumnal colors and pleasures and …

It's a perfect day in Michigan to go outside and enjoy some autumn splendor. And here are some picture book recommendations (including ON A GOLD-BLOOMING DAY) for sharing the season: orangemarmaladebooks.com/2024/10/14/f...
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Hooray for STEAMTeam STEAM-themed new books!

A wonderful new book swimming into the world today!

Happy book birthday to CHOMP! and KEYSTONE SPECIES!