Megan Hartley the brains behind the Instagram account @Ihaveabook4that, describes herself as a book mom, book nerd, and a reading teacher.
Growing up Megan didn't read many books with characters who looked like her. And now she’s on a mission to change that. Today, Megan helps people find diverse books for all of life’s moments no matter how big, small, or silly.
In this episode, Megan and I discuss:
- Where Megan’s passion for books came from
- Megan’s favourite book that she likes to use in the classroom and what literacy skills she teaches with that particular book
- Some trends she saw in picture books specifically in 2021 that she would like to see continue in 2022.
- The need for diverse picture books and when she first saw herself in a book and how that impacted her.
- 3 things Megan looks for in a great children's picture book and middle-grade book
Connect with Megan on Instagram
@ihaveabook4that
Book Recommendations
The Little Red Pen
Amazon Canada link https://amzn.to/3Go2B0I
Amazon US link https://amzn.to/3sYTlKG
Out of My Mind
Amazon Canada link https://amzn.to/3yXKTiI
Amazon US link https://amzn.to/3MT9dXa
Out of My Heart
Amazon Canada link https://amzn.to/38mPQH4
Amazon US link https://amzn.to/3sWmbeK
Blended
Amazon Canada link https://amzn.to/3ah7Frr
Amazon US link https://amzn.to/3MT9qtq
From the desk of Zoe, Washington
Amazon Canada link https://amzn.to/3wK4D6K
Amazon US link https://amzn.to/3GofNT1
Root Magic
Amazon Canada link https://amzn.to/3MRxyN9
Amazon US link https://amzn.to/3Giabtw
Red, White and Whole
Amazon Canada link https://amzn.to/3LNzlRY
Amazon US link https://amzn.to/3lK0bzL
The Front Desk series
Amazon Canada link https://amzn.to/3zgf311
Amazon US link https://amzn.to/3yX1umT
Girl Dad
Amazon Canada link https://amzn.to/3NACdCX
Amazon US link https://amzn.to/3Go3tm0
On Her Wings
Amazon Canada link https://amzn.to/3lLqC8o
Amazon US link https://amzn.to/3PIMkri
