Merry Christmas, friends! We are celebrating with the last book in our holiday countdown, When It Snows by Richard Collingridge. This gorgeous fable tells the story of the journeys a young boy makes into a world of magic each snowfall. Whenever the snow falls, the little boy and his faithful teddy bear begin their journey. … Continue reading When It Snows (Richard Collingridge)
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Please Bring Balloons (Lindsay Ward)
Hello, friends! Today, we read Please Bring Balloons by Lindsay Ward, an absolutely lovely story of a girl, a polar bear, and a wonderful adventure. One day at the carousel, Emma notices a folded note peeking out of the saddle of the polar bear:. "Please bring balloons" it reads, in text and doodle. While Emma … Continue reading Please Bring Balloons (Lindsay Ward)
Three Magic Balloons (Paul Margulies & Julianna Margulies)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Three Magic Balloons, written by Paul Margulies and Julianna Margulies, and illustrated by Grant Shaffer. This sweet bedtime story is a retelling of a tale told by Paul Margulies to his daughter, Julianna, and her sisters when they were children. Once a week, no matter the season, Ariel, Miranda … Continue reading Three Magic Balloons (Paul Margulies & Julianna Margulies)
Magic Box (Katie Cleminson)
Hello, friends! And at last, we are caught up with our reviews! Our book today is Magic Box by Katie Cleminson, a joyful tale of a young master magician named Eva. Eva find a magic box one day and jumps in, and becomes a master magician. Suddenly, whatever she wishes for appears in a snap. … Continue reading Magic Box (Katie Cleminson)
A Fairy Friend (Sue Fliess)
Hello, friends! Today, JJ and I read A Fairy Friend, written by Sue Fliess and illustrated by Claire Keane, a magical instructional book, told in rhyme, about the extraordinary world of fairies and how to make one your friend. By the end of the book, you will know where fairies can be found, how to … Continue reading A Fairy Friend (Sue Fliess)
