Thank you for sharing! This one is truly the “book of my heart.” ✨

I haven’t popped in here in a while and now see I’ve missed so much! New followers, fan photos and other interesting bookish tidbits. Hoping to spend this holiday weekend returning the follows and catching up with everyone’s news!

This is THE BEST! Thoroughly delighted your family is enjoying my book!

No better way to celebrate #EarthDay than visiting THREE schools to share my new book How to Explain Climate Science to a Grown-Up! Thank you Anderson’s Bookshop for making it happen! #independentbookstoreday is every day!

Just returned from the Illinois Reading Council conference with renewed hope. There are amazing authors & illustrators creating important books for young people and educators fighting for students’ freedom to read what they choose.

Grey wood floor. Teal background. A copy of one small spark on front.

For a beautiful Tiklun Olam story check out ONE SMALL SPARK by @ruthspiro.bsky.social and illustrated by Victoria Tentler-Kyrlov.

https://bookishlyjewish.com/?p=2146

Congratulations to @ruthspiro.bsky.social!!!

We love author visits! Thank you @ruthspiro.bsky.social for dropping by & signing stock before your Maysville Elementary visit!

I’m a Little Free Library steward! I don’t have a separate account for my LFL but post lots of bookish stuff here.

The most eco-friendly, economical and creativity-inspiring materials are found in the recycling bin.

I hope your students like that one too!

Did you know a second book in the series came out in October?

Don’t miss this 2025 Illinois Reads book! IRC is also thrilled that many of the authors will be joining us at the 2025 Illinois Reading Council Conference! Find out more at:
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#IRCreads @ILReadCouncil
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Baby loves Justice by Ruth Spiro book

If anybody is looking to buy a book that explains at a child’s reading level about justice and rules here you go.

Also, he has two moms.

Bringing Tikkun Olam Forward: A Q&A with Ruth Spiro About ONE SMALL SPARK Are you ready to repair the world or maybe just improve it and make it right? Ruth Spiro drops by to talk about her latest, as well as the concept of tikkun olam in today's society.

Are you ready to repair the world or maybe just improve it and make it right? Ruth Spiro drops by to talk about her latest, as well as the concept of tikkun olam in today's society just in time for the Jewish High Holiday season: #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2024/10/09/b...

I’m here! Happy you’re finding our book helpful!

Remember when I warned about this in November? Back in 2017 I found the dot gov websites I’d used to research my climate book for kids were gone. Writers, if you rely on any of these websites for research start downloading whatever you need NOW. #kidlit #writingcommunity

Chicago area k-12 art teachers. My college is hosting a show just for you and your work! Please share! tinyurl.com/beyondthebel...

They’re distributed by Penguin Random House so you can find them wherever you like to buy your books. Any bookstore can order for you if not on their shelves. Also online through Bookshop.org or the big “A” if you want to go that route. Thank you!

I’m a children’s book author, “How to Explain Climate Science to a Grown-Up” launches in March. I’ve published 30+ books on STEM topics. Would love to hear more about your project!

Misinformation About the LA Fires Spreads Fast. Here’s How To Spot It | KQED Los Angeles remains in the grip of the most destructive wildfire event in the region’s history, with the combined fires claiming at least 24 lives and destroying over 12,300 homes, buildings and landmarks. In the midst of the ongoing disaster – and on the heels of Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s announcement that the company Meta is ending its partnership with third-party fact-checking organizations – many social media users and news experts have expressed concern about the spread of false informatio

It is abhorrent and inhumane but when disaster strikes, the industry of misinformation sees dollar signs and has a feast. How do we fight back? Technology won't get us out of this mess, but using our heads will. www.kqed.org/news/1202195...
#EduSky #misinformation #LAFires #AI

As a veteran conference-goer I’ve found the benefits of making connections with fellow book creators often equals what I learn in sessions. Plan to meet many lovely, talented people and build your community!

Wondering what you can do about climate change? Here are some suggestions:

Educators, check out this amazing opportunity!

Writers, if your work includes research/data from federal agencies, download docs or take screenshots of what you need NOW. In 2017 I discovered many online resources I’d used for my book on climate science had been taken down. (EPA, NOAA, etc.) #kidlit #writingcommunity #scbwi

I’d say you have at least until your neighbors take their lights down. So… April?!

Cover illustration with diverse people of various ages and abilities following a girl with red boots walking towards the right side of the page

So excited to discover ONE SMALL SPARK: A Tikkum Olam Story by @ruthspiro.bsky.social and Victoria Tentier-Krylov! The theme of “repairing the world” one small step at a time is a wonderful inspiration for my Grade 1 students (and me) as we begin 2025. #picturebook #primaryedusky #kidlit 📚👍🏻

I’m honored to hear you’ll be sharing our book with your students. Thank you!! ❤️

Thanks for sharing this, can’t express how much it means to me to know your family is enjoying my books!

Just opened my box too, such a cute book and honored to be included!