Hello, friends! Our book today is Spiky, written and illustrated by Ilaria Guarducci and translated by Laura Watkinson, the tale of a troublesome creature. Spiky is aptly named; for one, he is covered in sharp spikes, and for another, he is as nasty as can be. He spends his days roaming the forest and terrorizing … Continue reading Spiky (Ilaria Guarducci)
Tag: friendship
Scratchie: A Touch-And-Feel Cat Adventure (Maria Putri)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Scratchie: A Touch-And-Feel Cat Adventure by Maria Putri, a delightful toddler book centered around a frisky feline. Scratchie the cat loves to scratch things - “it keeps my claws super sharp”. The mischievous kitty invites the reader along to scratch things together, touring through an abundance of different textures. … Continue reading Scratchie: A Touch-And-Feel Cat Adventure (Maria Putri)
Imagine That: A Hoot & Olive Story (Jonathan D. Voss)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Imagine That: A Hoot & Olive Story by Jonathan D. Voss, a tale of a rainy day in need of some inspiration. Little girl Olive and her stuffed owl Hoot are best of friends. Olive has a big heart and big imagination; Hoot has a matching heart, but his … Continue reading Imagine That: A Hoot & Olive Story (Jonathan D. Voss)
Lilly Lou Makes A Friend (Mike Murphy)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Lilly Lou Makes A Friend, written by Mike Murphy and illustrated by Jonathan Hoefer, a story of a very unusual visitor. Lilly Lou lives on a small farm in Missouri, with her mother and father (Mr. & Mrs. Lou) and their collection of animals. One night, a mysterious craft … Continue reading Lilly Lou Makes A Friend (Mike Murphy)
How Do You Care For A Very Sick Bear? (Vanessa Bayer)
Hello, friends! Our book today is How Do You Care For A Very Sick Bear?, written by Vanessa Bayer and illustrated by Rosie Butcher, a tender look at how children can help a friend with a serious illness. The story opens on two bear cubs, both with traditionally female attributes, frolicking together as they play. … Continue reading How Do You Care For A Very Sick Bear? (Vanessa Bayer)
