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Joanna Cole

Joanna Cole has taught elementary school, worked with a news magazine, and was for several years a senior editor of children’s books. Today she is a full-time author writing for children. Among the dozens of highly praised children’s books she has written are The Magic School Bus books. She has compiled numerous anthologies, including several with Stephanie Calmenson. She lives in Connecticut with her husband and daughter.
Spider's Lunch
You Can't Smell a Flower with Your Ear!
Ready, Set, Read!
The Missing Tooth
Norma Jean, Jumping Bean
Hungry, Hungry Sharks!

Books

Spider's Lunch
You Can't Smell a Flower with Your Ear!
Ready, Set, Read!
The Missing Tooth
Norma Jean, Jumping Bean
Hungry, Hungry Sharks!

Books for Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month

This Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month (and beyond!), we’re celebrating authors, creators, and illustrators from the Hispanic and Latine community. Join us in uplifting their voices and stories by bringing them into your classroom. Find a full collection of Elementary School titles here.

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