Closing out a year of holiday-themed entries into Baker’s mega-popular Peas series, this adorable picture book sees the tiny green veggies celebrating Christmas and New Year’s Eve the only way they know how: in a big way! Amid wrapping the presents, trimming the tree, and enjoying a snow day, jolly rhymes keep the tone light. … Continue reading Holiday Book Countdown, Day 19: HAP-PEA HOLIDAYS (Keith Baker)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Feast of Peas, written by Kashmira Sheth and illustrated by Jeffrey Ebbeler, a fable of mystery, deception, and vegetables. Once upon a time in India, there was a humble man named Jiva, who worked in his garden all day to grow fresh vegetables. And among his okra and eggplants … Continue reading Feast of Peas (Kashmira Sheth)
Hello, friends! Today, we read Hap-pea All Year by Keith Baker, a pod-sitively charming look at the calendar with some very sweet peas. Starting with January, each two-page spread is dedicated to a short rhyme about each calendar month, accompanied by a bowlful of cheerful little peas celebrating the season and holidays of that month. … Continue reading Hap-pea All Year (Keith Baker)
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