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Diversity in TV, Theatre, and Books — Thinking about Autism

ByElizabeth Starborn

When people think of diversity and of diverse characters in books, television, or movies, they often only think in terms of skin color or religious views. But there are many aspects to diversity. Ensuring that there are characters, both kids and adults, who deal with physical, mental, or emotional challenges is an important part of…

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Puppets — an Intriguing Way to Do Theatre

ByElizabeth Starborn

You may have seen a play that was based on a book. You may even have seen a play that was based on a children’s book. But have you ever seen a play based on a children’s book, done entirely by puppets? There is a very cool-sounding theatre in south Minneapolis called In the Heart…

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Will’s Words by Jane Sutcliffe — Book Recommendation

ByElizabeth Starborn

Title: Will’s Words: How William Shakespeare Changed the Way You Talk Author: Jane Sutcliffe Illustrator:  John Shelley Publisher: Watertown, MA, Charlesbridge, 2016 Genre: Picture book, non-fiction Audience Age: 8 and up Theme: William Shakespeare, word derivations Opening Sentences: Dear Reader: We have to talk. I have failed you. I set out to write a book…

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A Book for Remembrance Day — War Horse by Michael Morpurgo

ByElizabeth Starborn

Today I’m sharing a book that’s a little different from those I usually share. Since today is November 11, observed here in Canada as Remembrance Day and in the United States as Veterans Day, I wanted to share something that suited the day. Title: War Horse Author: Michael Morpurgo Publisher: London: Egmont, 1982 (there are…