Sheryl Murray, author portrait
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Sheryl Murray

Sheryl Murray grew up in a rambunctious family of eight kids where storytelling happened everyday. Since earning her BFA in Illustration, she has drawn storyboards for ad agencies, produced handmade tile, helped restore lots of old houses, and exhibited her ceramic sculptures across the U.S. Today, she lives with her family in Portland, OR.
Patience, Patches!

Books

Patience, Patches!

Books for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Each May, we honor the stories, histories, and cultures of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Below is a selection of acclaimed fiction and nonfiction books by AANHPI creators to share with your students this month and throughout the year. AANHPI Creators – Elementary School titles  

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Mental Health Awareness Month Resources

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and addressing student wellness and mental health is critical to help children learn how to manage emotions, develop healthy identities, empathize with peers, and pursue individual goals. We created thematic guides and book lists to help foster important conversations to build an inclusive environment where emotions matter. Explore our social emotional

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