Hello, friends! Our book today is Frozen: A Sister More Like Me, written by Barbara Jean Hicks and illustrated by Brittney Lee, a beautiful companion to the Disney movie that explores the true meaning and value of sisterhood. Told in rhyme, and from both Elsa and Anna’s perspectives, our story begins in a similar place … Continue reading Frozen: A Sister More Like Me (Barbara Jean Hicks)
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A Different Pond (Bao Phi)
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)
Infinity And Me (Kate Hosford)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Infinity And Me, written by Kate Hosford and illustrated by Gabi Swiatkowska, a unique and ambitious story of a little girl contemplating the meaning of infinity. The day that Uma got her new red shoes, she went out to look at the night sky and wonder. There were so … Continue reading Infinity And Me (Kate Hosford)
Coat Of Many Colors (Dolly Parton)
Hello, friends! Today's review is Coat Of Many Colors, written by Dolly Parton (based on the lyrics of her 1971 song of the same name) and illustrated by Brooke Boynton-Hughes. A little girl's mother is given a box of small fabric scraps, and begins to make the girl a winter coat using the tiny … Continue reading Coat Of Many Colors (Dolly Parton)
Little Elliot, Big Fun (Mike Curato)
Hello, friends! Our review today is Little Elliot, Big Fun by Mike Curato, the third book in the wonderful Little Elliot series. This time around, Elliot and his very best friend, Mouse, are on their way to the boardwalk for a fun-filled day at the carnival. Once they arrive, however, Little Elliot's day begins to … Continue reading Little Elliot, Big Fun (Mike Curato)
