Hello, friends! Today, we read Antoinette by Kelly DiPucchio and Christian Robinson, an adorable tale about finding one's talents. The Poodle and Bulldog families from Gaston are back with another adventure, this time centered around Gaston's counterpart, Antoinette, a feisty poodle raised with three bulldog brothers. Antoinette's brothers each have very special skills: one is … Continue reading Antoinette (Kelly DiPucchio & Christian Robinson)
Tag: being brave
Lionheart (Richard Collingridge)
Hello, everyone! Today, we read Lionheart by Richard Collingridge, a gorgeously illustrated and wonderfully dreamlike story about finding courage, both from one's friends and within oneself. Richard is in his bedroom one night with his best friend, his stuffed Lionheart, when he first sees it. But it can't be real - monsters aren't truly real... … Continue reading Lionheart (Richard Collingridge)
Lion Lessons (Jon Agee)
Hello, friends! Today, JJ and Mr. Dinosaur read Lion Lessons by Jon Agee, a silly story about a little boy proving that he has what it takes to be a lion. Learning how to be a good lion is a seven step process, an unfortunately, the narrator is having a bit of trouble with all … Continue reading Lion Lessons (Jon Agee)
When I Was A Child, I Was Always Afraid (Michael Cascio)
(Note: A copy of this book was provided to The Baby Bookworm by the author in exchange for an honest review.) Hello, everybody! Our book today is When I Was A Child, I Was Always Afraid, written by Michael Cascio and illustrated by Bentley Wong, a story about conquering our fears. Told in rhyme, the … Continue reading When I Was A Child, I Was Always Afraid (Michael Cascio)
Shy (Deborah Freedman)
Hello, friends! Our book today is the lovely Shy by Deborah Freedman, a gorgeous fable about overcoming fears and shyness. Shy is a very timid sort. He's most comfortable hidden between the pages of a book (this one, to be precise). Still, he dreams of having the courage to explore "a land far away," where … Continue reading Shy (Deborah Freedman)
