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Patricia Newman

@patricianewman.bsky.social

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Children's Book Author. Speaker. Sibert Honoree. 2x Green Earth Book Award winner. Celebrating #environmentaljustice #nature #STEM https://linktr.ee/patricianewmanbooks

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · Sep 11

In the market for an author visit this year #edusky?
Now's the time to book!
My #STEM #environmental programs pair perfectly w/curriculum
Contact bookedauthors.com to streamline the process

#BackToSchool @steamteambooks.bsky.social @lernerbooks.bsky.social

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School visits with Sibert Honor Author and environmentalist Patricia Newman

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 17h

Looking for a clear way to teach point of view? This #LitLinks lesson breaks it down into 6 manageable steps, making it simple for students to grasp narrative perspectives. Start your lesson planning today, #edusky!
🐦‍⬛ www.patriciamnewman.com?p=13019

@lesliebarnardbooth.bsky.social

Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 19h

Thank you for the shout-out, Lindsay!

Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 1d

📯 Introducing one cellist, one bird, and one SMASHING success!
An engaging story of music, nature, & technology working in harmony
Perfect for children ages 6 to 9
🎵 Pre-order now: bit.ly/477XrES

@eastwestlit.bsky.social @MargaretQuinlin.bsky.social #edusky #homeschool @steamteambooks.bsky.social

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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 3d

By teaching children about the Wildlife and Animals that live around us, we can help them develop respect for all forms of life. Understanding that we share this planet with other living creatures can also help children develop empathy and compassion for others #wildlife #nature #children #bluesky 🦔

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 7d

I 💙 #PBL!
Today on #LitLinks: How to make your own stream table to understand rivers.
Watch students investigate how rivers form & ignite a passion for conservation
www.patriciamnewman.com?p=13018

@eastwestlit.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social @lernerbooks.bsky.social #IndigenousPeoplesDay

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 8d

🌊 This review of GIANT RAYS OF HOPE from Nat'l Marine Educators Assoc makes my heart soar! I'm thrilled they understand the hope + inspiration I tried to include throughout the story.
👉 bit.ly/4ctWczl

@lernerbooks.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social #edusky #greensky @eastwestlit.bsky.social

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 13d

2️⃣ ways to celebrate #SeaOtterAwarenessWeek!
☑️ Read SEA OTTER HEROES to discover how they are true #OceanHeroes protecting seagrass + marine life
☑️ Then read a 7-part blog series with Dr. Brent Hughes abt his cool job with #seaotters - bit.ly/46olVrV

#edusky #greensky @hughesecology.bsky.social

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 14d

🦦 Celebrate #SeaOtterAwarenessWeek!
Sea otters help restore seagrass + balance marine ecosystems.
Dive into my Sibert Honor book SEA OTTER HEROES to discover sea otter conservation, ocean protection & why these marine mammals matter.
💙 youtu.be/IU5OTbsyhhs

#SaveSeaOtters #SeaOtterConservation

Sea Otter Heroes: The Predators That Saved an Ecosystem

This book trailer was created by Curiosity Films students for author Patricia Newman. You can learn more about Patricia Newman's books by visiting her website PatriciaMNewman.com

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 14d

🛸 Inspire students with this critical thinking activity to distinguish fact from fiction. A hands-on way to nurture fact-checking habits & a love for evidence-based learning!
www.patriciamnewman.com?p=13009

@khulick.bsky.social #edusky

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 16d

🐘 Happy #ElephantAppreciationDay!
These amazing giants talk, play, & even comfort one another
Want to understand their sounds?
Dive into EAVESDROPPING ON ELEPHANTS to discover their hidden world
📚 bit.ly/2FyDEAq

@lernerbooks.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social @wcs.org
@steamteambooks.bsky.social

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 17d

🦦 It's #SeaOtterAwarenessWeek!
Sea otters🟰 ocean heroes
To find out why, read SEA OTTER HEROES to see how Dr. Brent Hughes solved the seagrass mystery
💙 bit.ly/41X7utz

@lernerbooks.bsky.social @eastwestlit.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social @hughesecology.bsky.social #edusky #greensky

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 18d

I read Amanda's book. Riveting!

Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 21d

NEW on LitLinks: Encourage students to analyze the challenges cheetahs face & brainstorm solutions 💡 Ignite curiosity and motivate learners to think like conservationists
www.patriciamnewman.com?p=13000

@kl4gm.bsky.social @annehunterstudio.bsky.social
@lynnstreetbooks.bsky.social #edusky

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Lynn Street Books @lynnstreetbooks.bsky.social · 28d

Author Patricia Newman's LitLinks blog features my post about time and narrative sequences in nature + comics! @12x12challenge.bsky.social @patricianewman.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social @inkedvoices.bsky.social #birds #ecology #oaks #kidlit #science #mutualism @kirstenwlarson.bsky.social

Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 28d

🆕 on #LitLinks
Students create comic strips to understand how acorn gathering by blue jays builds forests, illustrating ecological cycles & the sequence of events in a story
🪽 www.patriciamnewman.com?p=12968

@kl4gm.bsky.social @annehunterstudio.bsky.social
@lynnstreetbooks.bsky.social #edusky

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 28d

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · Sep 3

🆕 on #LitLinks: 4 easy methods to build engaging art lessons following in the footsteps of Clara Driscoll, Tiffany lamp designer
Nature becomes a trusted ally in artistic growth!
Great #STEAM applications!
www.patriciamnewman.com?p=12954

senickel.bsky.social #edusky @blueslipmedia.bsky.social

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · Aug 28

Thank YOU for contributing!

Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · Aug 27

In this #LitLinks lesson, we offer #edusky practical ways to build foundational literacy skills
Perfect for understanding cause/effect relationships, exploring different viewpoints, & mastering step-by-step writing
www.patriciamnewman.com?p=12967

@jstremer.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · Aug 20

🆕 on #LitLinks: An easy food web simulation that opens eyes (and hearts)
Why do sharks matter?
Find out with the Ocean Food Web Web
Links to #science #literacy #criticalthinking #oceanliteracy
🦈 www.patriciamnewman.com?p=12529

@eastwestlit.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social #edusky #greensky

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · Aug 14

Thanks you, @melaniebellsworth.bsky.social 💙

Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · Aug 13

Children often wonder why we sleep. When you don’t understand the science behind it, sleep can seem like [an] enigma."
🆕 #LitLinks: How to decode the mysteries of sleep with sea animals
😴 www.patriciamnewman.com?p=12926
@bonniekelso.bsky.social @greatdoglit.bsky.social @pbspree.bsky.social #edusky

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · Aug 13

Thanks, @lindajoysingleton.bsky.social!

Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · Aug 13

🦈 Sharks' PR problem!
The 🆕 SHARKS UNHOOKED educator guide can help you demonstrate that sharks are not vicious monsters.
Discover our inextricable link to sharks + how they keep our ocean healthy.
🦈 bit.ly/3UrywVI

#edusky #greensky @eastwestlit.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · Aug 12

I seek to EMPOWER. I want to leave kids grateful for their connections to nature and empowered by the effective role models they read about in my books. I Teach the Hope.

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · Aug 6

"The year is 2033 and an alien spacecraft has arrived on Earth." 🛸
#LitLinks: Imagine your own alien, an easy #STEM + #literacy lesson
💫 www.patriciamnewman.com?p=12919

@khulick.bsky.social @quartokids.bsky.social #edusky #mystery #scienceforkids #stemforkids