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Linda Hayward

When she was ten, Linda Hayward wanted to be a teacher, a writer, and an editor. When she grew up, she became all three. As a writer, she is the author of more than 140 books for children, from picture books to beginning readers. As an editor, she launched First Stepping Stones and Early Step into Reading (Random House) and Road to Reading (Golden Books). As a teacher, she met the boys and girls who are featured in her stories. Linda lives in Naples, Florida.
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Books for Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month this February, we are highlighting essential fiction and nonfiction for students, teachers, and parents to share and discuss this month and beyond. Join Penguin Random House Education in celebrating the contributions of Black authors and illustrators by exploring the titles here: BLACK HISTORY – ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TITLES Explore these

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