Take a peek behind the creative curtain with illustrator Anoosha Syed and find out what inspires her, where she goes to be productive, and how she combats artist’s block. The C.R.E.A.T.E. series explores creativity with children’s book authors and illustrators.
Make Your Own Read-Along Scarecrow Finger Puppet
Reading your favorite fall-themed picture book can become an interactive storytelling adventure with these finger puppet reading buddies!
Jumbies-Inspired Upcycled Masks
Upcycle egg cartons and odds and ends from your art supplies to create your own masks. Perfect for readers’ theater, independent play, or decorating a book display – make your masks colorful, creepy, or anything in between!
A Different Pond: Sky/Pond Reflection Paintings
The illustrations of A Different Pond show the beauty and magic of a starlit sky reflected in a body of water. No matter how simple the activities taking place – gathering sticks, laughing at jokes, catching fish – they all seem more special and significant against the gorgeous backdrop. With a few simple art supplies, your little readers can create their own Sky/Pond reflection paintings.