Hello, friends! Our book today is Penguins Don't Wear Sweaters, written by Marikka Tamura and illustrated by Daniel Rieley, a lovely story that combines adorable penguins with a message of environmentalism. The reader is introduced to a colony of playful penguins, living their best penguin lives. They swim and hunt for fish in the cool … Continue reading Penguins Don’t Wear Sweaters (Marikka Tamura)
Hello, friends! Our book today is May I Come In?, written by Marsha Diane Arnold and illustrated by Jennie Poh, a sweet fable about the importance of kindness and hospitality. When the thunderstorm hits Thistle Hollow, Raccoon is lucky enough to have a roof over his head - but no one to share it with. … Continue reading May I Come In? (Marsha Diane Arnold)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Marie Curie by Demi, a comprehensive look at the life and scientific contributions of the brilliant Madame Curie. Born in Poland to a family of scientists and educators, Marie was fascinated by science at a young age. Despite an often-difficult childhood, she studied and worked to help fund not … Continue reading Marie Curie (Demi)
Hello, friends! Our book today is The Snuggly, written by Glen Huser and illustrated by Milan Pavlović, a silly tale of a baby carrier and the kids who push t to its limits. When Todd’s baby sister comes home from the hospital, he can’t help but notice the fascinating contraption hanging from his dad’s chest. … Continue reading The Snuggly (Glen Huser)
Hello, friends! Our book today is I Need All Of It, written by Petra Postert and illustrated by Jens Rassmus, a whimsical look at the “treasures” that children pick up. While Jim is helping his dad sort laundry, Dad finds a pocket full of odds and ends that Jim has picked up: a button, a … Continue reading I Need All Of It (Petra Postert)
