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Jessica Spanyol

    Jessica Spanyol retains a childlike sensibility that is evident in her debut work, which she revisited thirty years later. Her picture books are characterized by vibrant illustrations and engaging narratives that introduce children to the world of letters, numbers, and colors. Spanyol, inspired by her early childhood stories, creates works that encourage early literacy skills while offering a visually captivating experience.

    Rosa's Big Sunflower Experiment
    Rosa Loves Cars
    Clive and His Hats
    Rosa Explores Life Cycles
    Rosa's Big Shadow Puppet Experiment
    Rosa's Big Bird Feeder Experiment
    • Rosa's Big Bird Feeder Experiment

      • 20 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      This series shows children how to carry out basic experiments, predict results and assess outcomes. The comments made by the characters inspire conversations and observational exercises. Rich in specialised vocabulary, these books encourage budding scientists to record their findings and include examples of purposeful writing. Many of the scenes could be used as a basis for activities that improve fine motor skills. The characters recognise when their ideas don't work; they model a growth mindset by laughing off their mistakes and learning from them. The books also provide examples of critical thinking and tool-use.

      Rosa's Big Bird Feeder Experiment
      4.2
    • Rosa's Big Shadow Puppet Experiment

      • 20 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Rosa and friends return! A simple story in each book shows this diverse group of children making exciting discoveries about their world. Ideal for STEM enrichment.

      Rosa's Big Shadow Puppet Experiment
      4.0
    • Rosa Explores Life Cycles

      • 20 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Rosa and friends return! A simple story in each book shows this diverse group of children making exciting discoveries about their world. Ideal for STEM enrichment.

      Rosa Explores Life Cycles
      3.7
    • Clive and His Hats

      • 14 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Clive's imaginative adventures unfold through his beloved collection of hats, each inspiring a unique journey. As he shares these experiences with friends, the story gently celebrates diversity and challenges traditional gender stereotypes, promoting acceptance and creativity in a heartwarming way.

      Clive and His Hats
      3.9
    • Rosa Loves Cars

      • 14 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      The story invites readers to explore the diverse toys that Rosa and her friends engage with, highlighting themes of inclusivity and gender equality. It emphasizes the importance of celebrating each child's uniqueness, making it a valuable resource for promoting acceptance and understanding among young readers.

      Rosa Loves Cars
      3.9
    • Rosa's Big Sunflower Experiment

      • 20 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Rosa and her friends return and conduct fun, basic experiments involving science, technology, engineering and maths

      Rosa's Big Sunflower Experiment
      3.8
    • Rosa Rides her Scooter

      • 14 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      The story explores the imaginative play of Rosa and her friends, highlighting the diverse toys they engage with. It emphasizes themes of inclusivity and gender equality, showcasing the importance of celebrating each child's uniqueness and the joy of friendship through shared play experiences.

      Rosa Rides her Scooter
      3.6
    • Rosa's Big Boat Experiment

      • 20 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Rosa and her friends return and conduct fun, basic experiments involving science, technology, engineering and maths

      Rosa's Big Boat Experiment
      3.4
    • Rosa's Big Bridge Experiment

      • 20 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Rosa and her friends return and conduct fun, basic experiments involving science, technology, engineering and maths

      Rosa's Big Bridge Experiment
      3.4