Hello, friends! Our book today is You Matter by Christian Robinson, a book of self-esteem that reminds us of the preciousness of life. As the book begins with a little girl peering at microorganisms through her microscope, the unadorned text lists a number of beings in our world; from the “small stuff too small to … Continue reading You Matter (Christian Robinson)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Another by Christian Robinson, a wordless picture book that embraces the strange in the search for adventure. In the dark of night, a portal opens up into a little girl’s bedroom, and a small black cat - identical to her own but for a different-colored collar - pops in. … Continue reading Another (Christian Robinson)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Carmela Full Of Wishes, written by Matt de la Peña and illustrated by Christian Robinson, a subtle and moving story of a little girl’s birthday wish. It’s Carmela’s birthday, which means she gets to go with her brother into town today. After a breakfast of pancakes adorned with birthday … Continue reading Carmela Full Of Wishes (Matt de la Peña)
Hello, friends! As summer winds down and we start heading towards fall, we wanted to bring you a new Top 5 list! This month's theme: Back To School! We're taking a look at some of our favorite books about school and education. We've chosen books that recognize the trepidation that little bookworms may be feeling … Continue reading Top 5: Back To School
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)
The Baby Bookworm 