Lambda member, Dr. Denise Furlong and coauthor Sarah Szamreta Tang have just brought out a new book!
Our friend Ben is about to go on his first class trip ever! 
What sorts of adventures will he experience? Ben has severe allergies and is going on a trip to the zoo.
 Come with Ben as he experiences his own Amazing Animal Adventure.

Dr. Furlong will be at the DKGNJ Convention April 12 -14, 2024 and will have copies of her books for sale there.  More information is on the convention pages >  
This book was the DKG Educator's Award winner for 2023!

Voices of Newcomers: Experiences of Multilingual Learners  
by Denise Ammeraal Furlong Ed.D (Author)
 
This is an easy-to-read guide for all teachers looking to meet the needs of Multilingual Learners/English Learners, in particular Newcomers and SLIFE (Students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education). Educators may feel intimidated admitting that they need to learn more about ways to help their students; here they will find easy-to-implement and non-judgmental support that busy teachers can put into place from the first moment they pick up the book.

• How to manage the first days and first weeks to assist their Newcomers in adjusting (academically, emotionally, socially) to their new school and class 
  
• Asset-based perspectives on the progress of Multilingual Learners (MLs) 
  
• Information that will help teachers academically engage these students, in addition to ways to assess and motivate them 
  
• Reflection questions and discussions for each chapter to guide book clubs or conversations in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
• Ready-to-use resources are provided to support educators as they meet the needs of MLs

This book is designed to be a go-to resource for general education teachers, preservice teachers, administrators, and ESL/ENL teachers who need support in teaching children who are new to the country and have little English. By amplifying the voices of these students, their families, and their teachers, this handbook includes real-life stories to help educators understand these diverse perspectives. This book is practical for educators of all ages who want to best empower their students to succeed.
Available on Amazon >

Max's Tree by Sharon Gardner (Author), Brianna Sullivan (Illustrator)  
Come along on an adventure with Max and watch as the seasons change throughout the year.

Available on Amazon >

Meatball's Mixed-Up Moods  
by Cathy Longano (Author), Mariya Rana (Illustrator)
 
Meatball is a sweet, loving, and energetic pug that goes on an emotional roller coaster one day during a playdate with his best friend, Rocco. During his playdate, he experiences a range of emotions that include excitement, frustration, anger, and empathy, when the two pups have a disagreement that leads to a fight. Meatball soon realizes the importance of making good choices, and learns a valuable lesson on forgiveness, kindness, and friendship.
​Available on Amazon >
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Let’s Move Like the Animals in the Forest: A Fun And Educational Children’s Story That Inspires Children Ages 2-6 To Be Active, Exercise, And Explore The Natural World.  
by Marie-Luise Weiss (Author), Mauro Lirussi (Illustrator), Ara Tatar (Editor)   

Dive into a fun and interactive book that empowers children with the joys of exercise!

Frolic through the forest and discover dozens of adorable animals with this beautiful rhyming children’s story! Specially written to inspire children ages 2-6 to connect with nature and become more physically active, this interactive book imparts a valuable lesson about the joys of exercising with cute animals and soothing forest scenes.
Available on Amazon >

​Written by Early Childhood Educator and Montessori Teacher Marie-Luise Weiss, this charming story encourages parents and kids alike to get up and use their bodies. You’ll join a dainty deer, a shuffling bear, a wiggly worm, and plenty of other woodland critters as you learn about all the different ways animals move in the forest!