Hello, friends! Our book today is The Story Blanket, written by Ferida Wolff and Harriet May Savitz, and illustrated by Elena Odriozola, a tale of generosity and community. In a small village in the snow-covered mountains - the nation is not identified, but context clues suggest somewhere in Eastern Europe - there lives an old … Continue reading The Story Blanket (Ferida Wolff & Harriet May Savitz)
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Thank You, Omu! (Oge Mora)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Thank You, Omu! by Oge Mora, a beautiful modern tale of generosity and community. Omu is delighted; the thick red stew she has been making is absolutely scrumptious, and she predicts that it will make the best dinner she’s ever had. Setting the meal to simmer, she takes a … Continue reading Thank You, Omu! (Oge Mora)
Porcupine’s Pie (Laura Renauld)
Hello, friends! Sorry for our long hiatus, but we’re back! Our book today is Porcupine's Pie, written by Laura Renauld and illustrated by Jennie Poh, a delightful tale of generosity and friendship. Fall Feast Day is here, and Porcupine is prickled with excitement - she can’t wait to bake her famous Cranberry Pie for all … Continue reading Porcupine’s Pie (Laura Renauld)
Be Thankful For What You Have (Miranda Mittleman)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Be Thankful For What You Have, written by Miranda Mittleman and illustrated by iNDOS Studios, the third installment of the adorable Paws And Think! series. Weaver the Dog is back with a new lesson in self-reflection for little readers. Weaver lives in a city with his family, and they … Continue reading Be Thankful For What You Have (Miranda Mittleman)
May I Come In? (Marsha Diane Arnold)
Hello, friends! Our book today is May I Come In?, written by Marsha Diane Arnold and illustrated by Jennie Poh, a sweet fable about the importance of kindness and hospitality. When the thunderstorm hits Thistle Hollow, Raccoon is lucky enough to have a roof over his head - but no one to share it with. … Continue reading May I Come In? (Marsha Diane Arnold)
