Resilience topic books
Children’s books about resilience, perseverance, and grit, including titles suitable for KS1 and KS2 by David Long, Cece Bell, Matthew Syed, Julie Murphy, Esther Pia Cordova, and Barney Salzberg.
Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
Barney Salzberg is an American author and illustrator known for his work in children’s literature. He has written and illustrated more than 50 books for young readers. Salzberg’s notable titles include Beautiful Oops!, Crazy Hair Day, The Soccer Mom from Outer Space, and Arlo Needs Glasses. His books often feature interactive elements, such as flaps and pop-ups, and are published by established publishers including Workman Publishing and Candlewick Press.
Salzberg’s work has received recognition from several organisations. Beautiful Oops! was awarded the Parents’ Choice Gold Award. His book Inside This Book (Are Three Books) was selected as a Junior Library Guild selection. Salzberg has also received the National Parenting Publications Gold Award for his contributions to children’s literature.
In addition to his books, Salzberg has contributed songs and stories to educational and literacy programmes. He has presented at schools and libraries across the United States. Salzberg’s books have been translated into multiple languages and are available internationally. His most recent works include One of These Is Not Like the Others and Melinda Long and the Pirate Pie Ship.
Barney Salzberg’s Beautiful Oops! was published in 2010 by Workman Publishing.
Children’s books about resilience, perseverance, and grit, including titles suitable for KS1 and KS2 by David Long, Cece Bell, Matthew Syed, Julie Murphy, Esther Pia Cordova, and Barney Salzberg.
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