Sue Ganz-Schmitt
Award-Winning Children's Book Author, MFA
Picture books are empathy machines. Once a child is old enough to receive empathy, picture books keep generating more. If you want a kinder world, read kids picture books. Lots and lots of picture books. –Sue Ganz-Schmitt
TEAM FUNNY OR SCARY...WHICH TEAM ARE YOU ON?
Find out in this delightful (stand-alone) sequel to THAT MONSTER ON THE BLOCK. A story about community and working together.
Monster is so excited about this year’s community block party. And even more special: it will be his new neighbor (and bestie) Clown’s first ever party on the block. So when party planner Yeti breaks a leg, Monster and Clown step up to take the reins. They can plan the festivities in her place. But it turns out that Monster and Clown have some very different ideas about what makes for a fun party. Can Monster and Clown set aside their differences and find a way to work together? Join Monster and Clown in this charming and lighthearted story as they try to pull off the most epic block party ever!
“Kooky and bold fun.” ―Kirkus Reviews
SKYBOUND! Soars with a Kirkus Star!
★ "The life of Mary Myers takes flight in this captivating biographical picture book about a barrier-busting woman scientist...Stunning illustrations with intricate details follow the highs and lows—literally—of her life andcareer. Her story will inspire budding scientists to let their dreams carry them up, up, and away."
—Foreword Reviews, starred review
★ "Loaded with information, this meticulously researched tale about one high-flying woman’s exploits will captivate readers; quotes from Mary/Carlotta are incorporated. The crisp ink illustrations are superb, beautifully capturing period details and settings; note some eye-popping typesetting creativity. This fascinating book flies high and definitely rises to the occasion."
—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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THAT MONSTER ON THE BLOCK
“This humorous, fast-paced story, narrated with clipped sentences, conveys an important, unsubtle message about the importance of accepting diversity…This entertaining tale about making new friends may also help readers conquer their fear of clowns.” —Kirkus Reviews
NOW I'M A BIRD
"Julianna tells her own tale in simple, accessible language that will warm readers to her plight...Metallinou's brightly hued illustrations lovingly convey Julianna’s emotions, with touches of humor and compassion." ―Kirkus Reviews
