Tag: children’s book review

Paperscapes: The Nutcracker (Lauren Holowaty & Margarida Esteves)

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Hello, friends! Our book today is Paperscapes: The Nutcracker, retold by Lauren Holowaty and illustrated by Margarida Esteves, an early-reader version of the classic Christmas tale with an interactive spin. A new retelling of the beloved ballet adaptation, this edition follows the familiar tale of Clara and the Nutcracker, their journey to the Land of … Continue reading Paperscapes: The Nutcracker (Lauren Holowaty & Margarida Esteves)

Plume: World Explorer (Tania McCartney)

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Hello, friends! Our book today is Plume: World Explorer by Tania McCartney, a globe-trotting tale of exploration, curiosity, and adventure with an extra-adorable protagonist. In the wilds of Antarctica lives a penguin named Plume - a very different sort of penguin, that is. While his penguin pals are content with the black-and-white landscape of their … Continue reading Plume: World Explorer (Tania McCartney)

The Stories Behind the Stories (Danielle Higley)

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Hello, friends! We’re continuing our bonus gift guides with today’s review: The Stories Behind the Stories by Danielle Higley, an awesome look at the inspirations, stories, and histories of some of the world’s most popular children’s stories. Did you know that Winnie the Pooh was based on a real-life bear resident of the London Zoo? … Continue reading The Stories Behind the Stories (Danielle Higley)

Great Lives in Graphics (Button Books)

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Hello, friends! Since it’s the holiday season, we’re bringing you some BONUS gift guide reviews this month! For today’s review, we have the Great Lives in Graphics series by Button Books, an eye-catching look at famous figures from history. In these slim yet delightfully comprehensive and detailed volumes, readers can learn about historical figures like … Continue reading Great Lives in Graphics (Button Books)