Hello, friends! Our book today is The Awkward Avocado, written by C.J. Zachary and illustrated by Zac Zachary, a short and simple indie about being true to yourself. Avocado is one of a kind. Occasionally, their quirks can seem odd to others, such as their nervousness in groups, their unique dancing skills, and their encyclopedic … Continue reading The Awkward Avocado (C.J. Zachary)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Big Bear and Little Fish, written by Sandra Nickel and illustrated by Il Sung Na, a story about finding companionship in unexpected places. Bear is hoping to win the biggest stuffed bear at the carnival, so she can’t help but be a little disappointed when she ends up with … Continue reading Big Bear and Little Fish (Sandra Nickel)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Dressing Up the Stars: The Story of Movie Costume Designer Edith Head, written by Jeanne Walker Harvey and illustrated by Diana Toledano, a look at the life of the famed designer. Growing up in a tiny desert mining town in Nevada, little Edith longed for a little more excitement … Continue reading Dressing Up the Stars: The Story of Movie Costume Designer Edith Head (Jeanne Walker Harvey)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Blue Baboon Finds Her Tune by Helen Docherty and Thomas Docherty, a sweet story about marching to the beat of your own bassoon. Blue Baboon, out for a moonlight stroll in the park, happens upon a trio of musicians and a open bassoon. Wanting to join the musical merriment, … Continue reading Blue Baboon Finds Her Tune (Helen Docherty & Thomas Docherty)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Tomatoes in My Lunchbox, written by Costantia Manoli and illustrated by Magdalena Mora, a sweet story of cultural blending and friendship. On her first day of school in her new country, the child protagonist is dismayed to hear her teacher and classmates attempt to speak her name. When her … Continue reading Tomatoes in My Lunchbox (Costantia Manoli)
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