Hello, friends! Today, we’re reviewing A Different Pond, written by Bao Phi and illustrated by Thi Bui, a quietly powerful story of family and fortitude. A young boy wakes early with his father, both moving quietly so as not to wake the rest of the family. He helps his father load the car with their … Continue reading A Different Pond (Bao Phi)
Hello, friends! Today’s review is Dogosaurus Rex, written by Anna Staniszewski and illustrated by Kevin Hawkes, a charming and sweet story of the special friendship between a boy and his... er... “dog.” Today’s the day that Ben gets a dog of his very own! His mom brings him to the shelter, and while there are … Continue reading Dogosaurus Rex (Anna Staniszewski)
Hello, friends! Today’s book is Read! Read! Read!, poems written by Amy Ludwig VanDerwater and illustrated Ryan O’Rourke, a joyful and moving ode to books and reading for little ones. Comprised of twenty-three poems written in different styles and forms, the reader is pulled into a celebration of reading, especially the impact that reading can … Continue reading Read! Read! Read! (Amy Ludwig VanDerwater)
Hello, friends! Our book today is When’s My Birthday?, written by Julie Fogliano and illustrated by Christian Robinson, a fun and festive book about birthdays that asks the important questions. When is my birthday? Where is my birthday? Is it in spring? In winter? I know there will be cake, and presents, and you can … Continue reading When’s My Birthday? (Julie Fogliano)
Hello, friends! Today, we’re reviewing Priddy Books’ Best Friends: We Are Better Together, created by Emma Jennings and written by Robyn Newton, a simple, fun, yet poignant board book that celebrates diverse cooperation. Some things are just better together! For instance, lemons are fine, flour is nice, sugar is yummy and eggs and butter are … Continue reading Best Friends: We Are Better Together (Priddy Books)
The Baby Bookworm 