Hello, friends! Our review today is Sparkle Boy, written by Lesléa Newman and illustrated by Maria Mola, the story of a little girl learning to accept her brother for who he is. The day Jessie puts on her shimmery skirt, her little brother Casey asks for one too. Their mother sees no harm, and lets … Continue reading Sparkle Boy (Lesléa Newman)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Donovan's Big Day, written by Lesléa Newman and illustrated by Mike Dutton, a sweet story of a little boy and his very important day. Donovan’s day is starting, and because it is a very special day, he has a million things to remember and do. When Grandpa comes to … Continue reading Donovan’s Big Day (Lesléa Newman)
Hello friends, and a happy start to Pride Month! To celebrate, our book today is the classic Heather Has Two Mommies, written by Lesléa Newman and illustrated by Laura Cornell in the new edition (Diana Souza illustrated the original). Heather’s very favorite number is two. Why? Well, there are two of all her very favorite … Continue reading Heather Has Two Mommies (Lesléa Newman)
Hello friends! Today, we read Ketzel, The Cat Who Composed, written by Lesléa Newman and illustrated by Amy June Bates. This is a charming tale, based on a true story, of a very special cat. Moshe is a composer, and spends every day listening outside of himself, and inside of himself, to the sounds that … Continue reading Ketzel, The Cat Who Composed (Lesléa Newman)
The Baby Bookworm 