Small town Christmases truly are something special: the sense of community, the gatherings, and the cozy festivities are something that can’t be replicated in larger settings. This sweet picture book details some of these delightful offerings, from skating ponds to fresh-baked gingerbread and more. It should be noted that this book is inspired by Alexander’s … Continue reading Holiday Book Countdown, Day 18: THE MAGIC OF A SMALL TOWN CHRISTMAS (Megan Alexander, illus. by Hiroe Nakata)
Can’t go wrong with a Christmas classic! Adapted from the lyrics of Pierpont’s classic Christmas carol, this version uses rich original illustrations by Caparo to follow two elves competing in a sleigh ride dash through the North Pole as their boss readies for the biggest night of the year. Filled with animal cameos and, of … Continue reading Holiday Book Countdown, Day 17: JINGLE BELLS (James Lord Pierpont, illus. by Antonio Javier Caparo)
As two kids prepare for Christmas, glimpses of merry mischief and magic are all around them - but could it be an elf? Prereaders and early readers follow along this interactive story by peeking through cutouts at clever visual misdirects, each of which hints at a possible elven visitor but is revealed to be one … Continue reading Holiday Book Countdown, Day 16: COULD THAT BE AN ELF? (Hannah Eliot, illus. by Saoirse Lou)
Sunset today marks the first night of Hanukkah, and we’re celebrating with a slew of picture and board books that are all about the joy and wonder of the Festival of Lights! From dreidels to menorahs to latkes to dance, these titles are full of color and the festive spirit that surrounds the eight nights … Continue reading Holiday Book Countdown, Day 14: Happy Hanukkah!
On a move from Arizona to California in 1955, young Virginia spots a reindeer out the car window… a FLYING reindeer. While the adults in her life are dismissive (believing this to be an invention of Virginia, who is grieving the loss of her mother), her new neighbor, Benny, takes her at her word and … Continue reading Holiday Book Countdown, Day 13: NORTH FOR THE WINTER (Bobby Podesta)
The Baby Bookworm 