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About Larissa Juliano
Larissa Juliano is an elementary teacher and author in upstate New York.
She lives in her hometown with her husband and three young children. Being a mom and wife have been the greatest blessings of her life. Besides teaching, Larissa’s passion is writing books in hopes of inspiring children to use their imagination through literature. She is also a special contributor for the award winning children's literature magazine, Story Monsters Ink.
"I believe in writing and sharing stories that make us laugh, inspires creativity, tugs at our heartstrings, transports us to magical places, and connects with children who need their voices heard."
Larissa is the author of Gracie Lou, Gracie Lou Tries Something New, Bobby Birthday, STEAM holiday books (Sourcebooks Jabberwocky) and the upcoming "Clever Family Series" by Clever Publishing. She is a Buffalo State and St. John Fisher graduate with a minor in English, Bachelors in B-6 Elementary Ed and Masters degree in Childhood Literacy.
She is available for book signings and LOVES to participate in school literacy events and writing workshops! Contact her through her author website, www.larissajuliano.com
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Explore the Story Monsters website! The Story Monsters team is constantly updating their site with so many features and tools for teachers/students to access on their own. Issues are archived for easy access to the magazine contents and contests, opportunities for kids to publish their own work, and a teaching guide that goes along with each issue are always up to date! Questions in the teaching guide c1 month ago Read more -
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Literature Lessons
This literature focus explores the power of EMPATHY, POSITIVITY, KINDNESS, and BRAVERY in characters and how it changes lives. I create posters of the above character traits and then ‘debate’ which fits best for the literature. Students can reflect on their OWN ‘inner powers’ through their own backgrounds and life experiences…which naturally produces thoughtful discussions. I really love to let them share how they1 month ago Read more -
Blog postTRUE STORIES
I absolutely love this engaging ‘trend’ in picture books. They are perfect for older readers who love to ask…”Did that really happen?” The author’s note at the end of true story books is a great discussion starter, and often provides real photos of the event depicted in the picture book. I always enjoy having readers identify the central message and theme during these true stories. Providing some background knowledge prior to the read-aloud can facilit1 month ago Read more -
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Blog postFAVORITE CHARACTERS AND CHARACTER TRAITS: I’ve really LOVED sharing popular, well-loved characters as a focus with my littlest incoming readers. I like for them to form a relationship with authors that have created several books with lovable friends. It also encourages students to check out these books with their families and experience a meaningful read-aloud time together – considering these books are extra special and meant to be shared on the laps of their parents :).
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Titles By Larissa Juliano
Gracie Lou is nervous. She’s starting soccer camp tomorrow, but she has never played soccer before. What if she can’t kick the ball, or if everyone runs faster than her? What if the snack is yucky or the coach is grouchy?
Luckily, she has her shooting star to help her. In the night, it takes Gracie Lou off on a special adventure that tickles her five senses. Along the way she meets five baby animals who need her help. Gracie Lou helps each of them try new things, and when she does, she discovers for herself that trying something new can be good for you!
Wish upon a star...
As Gracie Lou travels through the starry sky to magical lands,
she experiences exciting and whimsical adventures
that ignite all her five senses.
Larissa Juliano delivers a captivating, imaginative, and thought- provoking story inspired by a childhood favorite... The Little Prince. Readers will delight in the vivacity of Gracie Lou's imagination
(or is it?) as they anticipate where the curly haired cutie will head to next...
Then one day, Bobby meets a boy named Teddy who only has grown-ups as guests. As Bobby talks to him, he realizes his party crashing can serve a much better purpose -encouraging friendship no matter what our differences may be.