Hello, friends! Our book today is Swim, Jim! by Kaz Windness, a silly story about facing fears, supporting siblings, and swimming. One night in the Swigwater Swamp, three baby crocodiles were hatched - Sim, Kim, and Jim. While older sisters Sim and Kim are natural swimmers, Jim can barely bring himself to dip in a … Continue reading Swim, Jim! (Kaz Windness)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Listen Up, Louella by Ashley Belote, a story about communication and cooperation. Louella the elephant is SO excited for Roar Scout Camp! She’s ready and raring to paint pictures, make music, play games, go canoeing, and much more with her Roar Scout friends. However, in her exuberance, Louella doesn’t … Continue reading Listen Up, Louella (Ashley Belote)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Spellbound: An Enchanting New Arrival, written by Jess Townes and illustrated by Jennifer Harney, a twist on the classic new baby sibling tale. Master magician Willow has a perfectly magical life - a loving mom and dad, a beautiful house in the woods, and a faithful pet bunny named … Continue reading Spellbound: An Enchanting New Arrival (Jess Townes)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Pigeon & Cat by Edward Hemingway, a heartwarming tale of emotional connection. Cat lives alone in an empty lot in the big city, inside a cardboard box. He has a few essentials, and regularly scavenges for food in the trash bins when he’s hungry. He keeps one eye open … Continue reading Pigeon & Cat (Edward Hemingway)
Hello, friends! We’re here today with a special Sunday review! Our book today is Free at Last: A Juneteenth Poem, written by Sojourner Kincaid Rolle and illustrated by Alex Bostic, a beautiful look at the meaning behind, and importance of, Juneteenth. On June 19th, 1865 in Galveston, Texas, the news had finally arrived: the Civil … Continue reading Free at Last: A Juneteenth Poem (Sojourner Kincaid Rolle)
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