Hi, I am Courtney Frazier founder of Ramona Recommends, a brand that focuses on the universal impact of picture books. I teach fifth grade in Orange County, California where we Open The Magic using picture books which create Confetti Moments*. I celebrate picture books to build community and spark a love for reading. Picture books are my jam.
*Confetti Moments: n: When a child or adult reads a book and finds that special moment in a story
Hundreds
of 5th Grade Readers
loving picture books and themselves because of Ramona Recommends
3000
Picture Books
The number of picture books I own In my home library.
60.2K
IG Followers
People loving picture books since 2013.
I wasn’t always devouring books and telling every teacher I see about the power of picture books. At the age of nine, I was diagnosed with dyslexia and an auditory processing disorder. Because of my hard work ethic, the power of picture books, encouraging parents, and loving teachers, I was able to rise above.
I share my story here.
NATIONAL
'OPEN THE MAGIC' DAY
SEPTEMBER 25
National Open The Magic Day celebrates read alouds, picture books, the love of reading, and students who struggle to find their reading voice. Every year on September 25th, teachers and parents worldwide read a picture book (or many) to celebrate Opening the Magic. The day reminds us that picture books are for everyone!
BUILDING SEL SKILLS
Use picture books in the classroom and at home to build strong resilient children. Books can build the bridge between a difficult topic and hope. Characters in picture books can be models to help students understand the importance of empathy, compassion, integrity, and friendship. Let me help you find the perfect books to build community with your students.