Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Picture Book Month
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Book Review: The Best Kind of Kiss by Margaret Allum
By: Margaret Allum
Monday, November 28, 2011
Book Review: Quincy Moves to the Desert by Camille Matthews
By: Camille Matthews
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Book Review: The Three Snow Bears
Jan traveled to the far North to meet the Inuit people and see the amazing land where they live. Dramatic illustrations capture the shimmering ice, snow and deep blue seas of the Arctic, and when Jan adds a raven-haired Inuit girl and her appealing huskies, an endearing family of polar bears, and playful Arctic animals in the borders, the result is one of her most beautiful picture books.
The decorative Inuit patterns and clothing Jan uses throughout are sure to attract adult fans and collectors while children will want to listen to and look at this exciting version of a well-loved story over and over again. -quoted from Goodreads
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Book Review: Ten on The Sled by Kim Norman
By: Kim Norman
In the land of the midnight sun, all the animals are having fun speeding down the hill on Caribou's sled. But as they go faster and faster, Seal, Hare, Walrus, and the others all fall off…until just Caribou's left, only and lonely. Now, a reindeer likes flying-but never alone, so…one through ten, all leap on again!
An ideal picture book for reading-and singing along with-over and over. -quoted from Goodreads
Friday, November 25, 2011
Book Review: Hibernation Station by Michelle Meadows
By: Michelle Meadows
TIME FOR WINTER HIBERNATION!
With room for all kinds of critters from big burly bears and clamoring chipmunks to grumpy groundhogs and fidgety frogs, this train is filled to capacity and ready to go!
The final destination?
SLEEP! -quoted from Goodreads
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Happy Thanksgiving!
Book Review: The Story of Thanksgiving by Nancy J. Skarmeas
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Book Review: Nothing Like A Puffin by Sue Soltis
By: Sue Soltis
A puffin is an amazing creature. It’s completely unique and one-of-akind. A ladder is nothing like a puffin. A house is nothing like a puffin. A newspaper is nothing like a puffin. . . . But wait! Who would have guessed? Could these things be more alike than you think? Young children will love following this mischievous puffin in an entertaining exercise in creative classification— and are guaranteed to start looking at everyday things in a whole new way -quoted from Goodreads
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Book Review/Giveaway: The Family Storybook Treasury
A beautiful treasure to give, receive, and pass down.
Monday, November 21, 2011
Book Review/Giveaway: Can You See What I See? Toyland Express by Walter Wick
CAN YOU SEE WHAT I SEE? TOYLAND EXPRESS, the eighth title in the bestselling search-and-find series, follows the life of a toy train from the workshop to the attic, only to be rescued at a yard sale and brought to life once again in a new home. As readers search for more than 250 hidden objects, they will also notice how the train takes on various transformations along its journey.
About the author:
Walter Wick has opened millions of eyes to a world of treasures big and small in his award-winning, bestselling I SPY and CAN YOU SEE WHAT I SEE? picture-puzzle books. Walter discovered his passion for building picture puzzles by accident. One day when cleaning out a drawer, he scattered odds and ends on a glass tabletop and photographed them. The photo appeared in a magazine and caught the eye of Jean Marzollo, editor of Scholastic’s Let’s Find Out. This photo inspired the first I SPY book, with riddles by Jean Marzollo, and led to their long collaboration.
In his more recent CAN YOU SEE WHAT I SEE? series, Walter’s detailed photographs convey subtle hidden stories. Walter meticulously constructs 3-D sets for CAN YOU SEE WHAT I SEE? in his Connecticut studio. For videos and more photos, visit www.walterwick.com or www.facebook.com/walterwick.
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Sunday, November 20, 2011
Book Review: Ricky's Christmas Tree by Guido Van Genechten
By: Guido Van Genechten
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Book Review: Birdie's Big-Girl Dress by Sujean Rim
By: Sujean Rim
In this follow-up to Birdie's Big-Girl Shoes, our favorite pint-sized fashionista is looking forward to a very BIG day—her birthday. But when Birdie tries on her favorite party dress, she realizes that - oh no! - it's too small. Mommy takes her to the boutique, where she tries on dress after dress, but Birdie realizes that none of these gowns will allow her to run and jump, make messes, and eat cake. Only when she takes a trip up to her favorite thinking place, the attic, does she realize that all it takes the find the perfect "Birdie dress" is a little imagination.
Friday, November 18, 2011
Book Review: Not Inside This House! by Kevin Lewis
By: Kevin Lewis
You'd expect a boy with a name like Livingstone Columbus Magellan Crouse to explore. But Livingstone Columbus Magellan Crouse doesn't stop there. He comes home with specimens from his travels! First a bug, and then a moose-what will Livingstone Columbus Magellan Crouse show up with next? Curious readers are in for a fun adventure.
"Livingstone Columbus Magellan Crouse,
why is that hog inside this house?"- quoted from Goodreads
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Book Review: A Starlit Snowfall by Nancy Willard
By: Nancy Willdard
In this paperback reissue of a long out-of-print winter tale (originally titled A Starlit Somersault Downhill),Caldecott Medal winner Jerry Pinkney's rich watercolors create a cozy winter world that perfectly complements Newbery Medal winner Nancy Willard's charming poetry.- quoted from Goodreads
This is a beautiful illustrated story that follows a hare who wants nothing more than to run and hop through theapproaching winter, rather than laying in a cave with his friend bear. While I was reading this, I swear this is a story I read when I was younger, and in looking into this story I found this is a re-issue of a long out of print classic tale. It's a wonderful story with some fabulous illustrations.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Book Review: Every-Day Dress-Up by Selina Alko
By: Selina Alko
Now dressing up is an adventure
When, every day of the week,
I am a daring new dame!
From Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor to chef extraordinaire Julia Child to queen of jazz Ella Fitzgerald, our protagonist pays homage to the women who came before her and imagines herself in their shoes. Maybe someday she'll inspire little girls with her own gown of greatness. -quoted from Goodreads
Monday, November 14, 2011
Book Review: Kevin's Christmas by Liesbet Slegers
It is Christmas time and Kevin is discovering all of his family’s holiday traditions. He wonders why Mom put a tree inside the house; she tells him that it’s a Christmas tree for decorating with shiny ornaments, little lights, and a golden star at the top. Then Kevin helps Mom prepare Christmas dinner for all of their relatives and is excited to exchange presents with everybody. Even though he loves the special food and is grateful for his presents, Kevin learns that his favorite part of Christmas is getting to spend time with the people he cares about. With simple language and bright illustrations, this festive story focuses on the joys and delights of experiencing a holiday through the eyes of a child. -quoted from Goodreads
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Book Review: Snowflake Baby by Elise Broach
By: Elise Broach
Winter day
Snowsuit baby
Out to play!
Little ones will love playing along with baby during a day full of wintry fun, from snowballs to sledding. This interactive novelty board book features large lift-the-flaps on each spread, hiding charming surprises underneath. With acclaimed author Elise Broach's delightful rhyming text and playful illustrations by Cori Doerrfeld, this is the perfect read-aloud to share after fun-filled snowy day! -quoted from Goodreads
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Book Review: Duckling Ducklings & Baby Animal Friends by Aaron Zenz
By: Aaron Zenz
The perfect introduction to animal names and animal groups, Chuckling Ducklings features baby animals of every variety. The bouncing text and adorable illustrations will become a favorite with kids as they learn the special baby names that match all the grown-up animals they know and love. -quoted from Goodreads
Friday, November 11, 2011
Book Review: Mouse & Lion by Rand Burkert & Nancy Ekholm Burkert
By: Rand Burkert & Nancy Ekholm Burkert
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Book Review: Lily Hates Goodbyes by Jerilyn Marler
By: Jerilyn Marler
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Book Review: My Rhinoceros by Jon Agee
By: Jon Agee
Watch Jon Agee win over a new flock of fans—the toddler set
If you should ever get a rhinoceros for a pet, you're in for a surprise. It won't chase a ball. Or a stick. Or a frisbie. In fact, according to the experts, a rhinoceros does only two things: pop balloons and poke holes in kites.
But don't be discouraged. As you'll discover in Jon Agee's hilarious picture book, rhinoceroses can do more—so much more—than that! -quoted from Goodreads
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Book Review: The Vole Brothers
By: Roslyn Schwartz
Using an imaginative paper bag disguise and a natural talent for tunneling, this mischievous pair sets off in pursuit of a feline-sized feast — and finds a slice of pepperoni pizza. But the vagrant voles are left empty-handed — and empty-tummied — when a greedy crow and an army of ants invade their picnic.
Chock full of silly antics and suspense, young children will root for these insatiable characters as they continue on their quest for food. And readers will celebrate along with them when the Vole Brothers’ perseverance pays off when they are tossed into a garden full of luscious strawberries — a very happy ending if you’re a hungry vole!
Monday, November 7, 2011
Book Review: Whooo Loves You?
You're my little tweetheart! You're my little tweetheart!
The little puppies snuggled in their home bark...
We ruff you! We ruff you!
Babies will love playing peek-a-boo with this interactive board book, featuring fun-shaped lift-the-flaps on each spread. This adorable new addition to the "Made with Love" series invites little ones to discover messages of love through Sandra Magsamen's signature heartfelt text and sweet new hand-stitched illustration style. - quoted from Goodreads
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Book Review: Just Fine the Way They Are, From Dirt Roads to Rail Roads to Interstates
Friday, November 4, 2011
Book Review: Everything Goes on Land By Brian Biggs
Rvs and construction vehicles too!
Everything goes
Ride along with Henry and his dad as they visit the big city and check out all the amazing vehicles around them.
Full of mini-story lines, endless seek-and-find activities, and hundreds of funny details, Everything Goes: On Land is an interactive book that provides hours of fun! -quoted from Goodreads
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Book Review: Wildfire Run by Dee Garretson
By: Dee Garretson
This book really played out like watching an exciting movie. One thing after the other happens during this story, from natural disasters, to an accident, that leave part of the team either hurt or separated from each other. Oh wait, I also forgot the run ins with wildlife. Not to mention the fact that one of the big problems is the security that's meant to keep the "bad guys" out, is also keeping the team from leaving. The details of the lay out of Camp David are intriguing and the facts about the camp itself that Dee includes at the end of her story are fascinating. It was so easy for me to imagine what the grounds of this camp look like, as well as the surrounding woods where part of the story takes place.
Wildfire Run is such a high energy, engaging story with fabulously developed characters. The three tweens, Luke, his best friend Theodore and Callie, the chef's daughter we so fun to meet, and as were Luke's own Secret Service men. I loved the ideas that Luke and his friends come up with to help them all escape. Despite how daring and dangerous this mission is, their bravery, intelligence and teamwork are needed to help them figure out away around a high security system. This is a book I highly recommend picking up. I think it's one that even the most reluctant reader will end up enjoying.