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Laura K. Zimmermann is a college professor by day and children’s writer by night. She has published numerous academic articles as well as nonfiction stories in children’s magazines. MUSHROOM RAIN is her first picture book. When she's not writing, Laura can be found teaching and conducting research at Shenandoah University or wandering through nature with her Goldendoodle, Tivy. You can find Laura online at laurakzimmermann.com and on Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest at @LauraK_PBwriter. ...more

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Laura Zimmermann rated a book it was amazing Have You Seen My Acorn? by D.K. Ryland (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
HAVE YOU SEEN MY ACORN is another wonderful book by DK Ryland. DK is so good at pairing art and design to enhance the humor of her stories. HAVE YOU SEEN MY ACORN is great read aloud where readers know what squirrel can’t see—the squirrel’s acorn is ...more
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Laura Zimmermann rated a book it was amazing Giraffe’s Book is Missing a Story by D.K. Ryland (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
What a wonderful follow-up to GIRAFFE IS TOO TALL FOR THIS BOOK. GIRAFFE’S BOOK IS MISSING A STORY is every bit as whimsical. This time Giraffe and friends have decided to write a book with the help of their readers. A great read aloud full of intera ...more
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Laura Zimmermann has read Fascinating: The Life of Leonard Nimoy by Richard Michelson	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Laura Zimmermann rated a book it was amazing Little Dreidel Learns to Spin by Rebecca Gardyn Levington (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Rebecca Gardyn Levington’s rhythmic text sprinkled with Yiddish phrases pairs perfectly with Taryn Johnson’s bright, cheerful illustrations to tell a story of determination and persistence as little Dreidel learns to spin. An adorable story for Hanuk ...more
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Laura Zimmermann rated a book it was amazing Wildflowers Grow (Little Nature Explorers) by Amber Hendricks (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Laura Zimmermann rated a book it was amazing Free to Be Fabulous: A Heartwarming Tale of Self-Expression, Friendship, and Overcoming Bullying Through Dance and Solidarity by David McMullin (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Cathro’s cartoon-style illustrations pair with McMullin’s dancing text to tell a wonderful story about being true to yourself. After Daniel wins a talent show, the dark cloud-like Mean grows. The Mean is a wonderful way to represent the cruel things ...more
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Laura Zimmermann rated a book it was amazing Wind Is a Dance by Debra Kempf Shumaker (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Wind is brought to life by Shumaker’s lyrical text which weaves seamlessly with Bisaillon’s soft, airy illustrations. Shumaker uses wonderful metaphors that children can easily relate to and pairs them with interesting facts. WIND IS A DANCE is a lov ...more
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Laura Zimmermann rated a book it was amazing Camouflage Mom: A Story About Staying Connected by Sarah Hovorka (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Everything changes for Sarah when her mom joins the military. This story follows Sarah as she morns and ultimately accepts, the changes that come with her mom’s life as a soldier. The soft colors blending with camouflage set just the right tone. Camo ...more
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Laura Zimmermann rated a book it was amazing The Ofrenda That We Built by Jolene Gutiérrez (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
With the support of Zapata’s bright, cheerful, and expressive illustrations, Jolene & Shaian Gutiérrez build an ofrenda one rhyme at a time adding each new element to the refrain. A wonderful read aloud, THE OFRENDA THAT WE BUILT introduces children ...more
Jul 09, 2024 12:34PM · 2 likes · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of The Ofrenda That We Built by Jolene Gutiérrez. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — The Ofrenda That We Built by Jolene Gutiérrez <iframe sandbox id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Laura Zimmermann rated a book it was amazing Mamiachi & Me: My Mami’s Mariachi Band (A Picture Book) by Jolene Gutiérrez (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Ortega’s bright, lively illustrations and Jolene & Dakota Gutiérrez’s beautiful text blend together to create an empowering story about Rosa’s first performance with her mami’s mariachi band. Drawing strength from the music that swirls around her, Ro ...more
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