Hello, friends! Our book today is Time to Fly, written by George Ella Lyon and illustrated by Stephanie Fizer Coleman, a classic story of learning to spread one’s wings. Upon realizing that its siblings have left the nest, a young robin wonders where they’ve gone. “They took off, said my mother. You’ve outgrown this woven … Continue reading Time to Fly (George Ella Lyon)
Tag: growing up
All You Need (Howard Schwartz)
Hello, friends! Sorry we missed you the past few days - we had some family commitments that we couldn’t miss. To make it up to you, we have two special weekend reviews today and tomorrow! Our book today is All You Need, written by Howard Schwartz and illustrated by Jasu Hu, a beautiful ode to … Continue reading All You Need (Howard Schwartz)
Piper and Purpa Forever! (Susan Lendroth)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Piper and Purpa Forever!, written by Susan Lendroth and illustrated by Olivia Feng, a sweet story of growing up and coping with change. From the moment Piper saw the knit purple sweater in the box of hand-me-downs, she fell in love - before she could even pronounce the word … Continue reading Piper and Purpa Forever! (Susan Lendroth)
In My Life (John Lennon & Paul McCartney)
Hello, friends! Our book today is In My Life, written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney, illustrated by Genevieve Santos, a picture book interpretation of the classic Beatles song. Following the lyrics of the timeless ballad “In My Life”, the artwork opens on a young curly-haired girl discovering a brand new bike with training wheels, … Continue reading In My Life (John Lennon & Paul McCartney)
Littles, And How They Grow (Kelly DiPucchio)
Hello, friends! Today’s review is the sentimental and sweet Littles, And How They Grow, written by Kelly DiPucchio and illustrated by AG Ford, a lovely book of about growing babies. There are so many special things about Littles (little babies, that is): their little toys, their little smiles, their little clothes that show off their … Continue reading Littles, And How They Grow (Kelly DiPucchio)
