Hello, friends! Our book today is Mirabel's Missing Valentines, written by Janet Lawler and illustrated by Olivia Chin Mueller, a sweet Valentine story about courage and community. Mirabel is a painfully shy young mouse, incredibly nervous at the thought of making and giving valentines to her classmates. Still, she makes each one carefully and lovingly, … Continue reading Mirabel’s Missing Valentines (Janet Lawler)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Bearnard's Book, written by Deborah Underwood and illustrated by Misa Saburi, an adorable story of friendship and courage. While relaxing under a tree one day, Bearnard gets a notice from the Queen of Storybook Land: he has been chosen to star in his very own book! Bearnard is elated … Continue reading Bearnard’s Book (Deborah Underwood)
Hello friends, and Happy Groundhog Day! To celebrate, we read Groundhug Day, written by Anne Marie Pace and illustrated by Christopher Denise, a delightful tale of five animal friends. Bunny, Squirrel and Porcupine are all over at Moose’s house, helping prepare for the latter’s big Valentine’s Day party in two weeks. Moose is excited to … Continue reading Groundhug Day (Anne Marie Pace)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Ninja Camp, written by Sue Fliess and illustrated by Jen Taylor, an imagining of an outdoor ninja training camp for kids. Ninja Camp has begun! You must learn speed, stealth, and strength. You must be fierce and fearless. And above all, you must protect the Shadow Blade, the camp’s … Continue reading Ninja Camp (Sue Fliess)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Where Birdie Lives by Elena Tsvetaeva, a fun lift-the-flap board book that explores animals’ homes. Spying a small blue bird flying by, the white dog asks “Are you flying home? Where do you live?” Passing by all manner of animal homes - such as burrows, trees, ponds, etc. - … Continue reading Where Birdie Lives (Elena Tsvetaeva)
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