Hello, friends! Our book today is Notch, The Rescued Dolphin, written by Martina Wing and illustrated by Jackie Mask, a story inspired by the viral video of Notch’s rescue. Off the coast of the big island of Hawaii, Notch - a Bottlenose dolphin named for a distinctive scar on his back - swims happily with … Continue reading Notch, The Rescued Dolphin (Martina Wing)
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Sofia Valdez, Future Prez (Andrea Beaty)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Sofia Valdez, Future Prez, written by Andrea Beaty and illustrated by David Roberts, the fourth inspiring character to emerge from the pair’s phenomenal Questioneers series. Even when she was a baby, Sofia liked to get things done, especially when she was helping others. As she grew, she and her … Continue reading Sofia Valdez, Future Prez (Andrea Beaty)
Bird Hugs (Ged Adamson)
Hello, friends! The Baby Bookworm household has been down with another bug, so we’re happy to be back today with a review of the lovely Bird Hugs by Ged Adamson. Bernard is different from the other birds. When he was a baby, he didn’t realize it; he just enjoyed playing with his friends on the … Continue reading Bird Hugs (Ged Adamson)
Fred’s Big Feelings: The Life and Legacy of Mister Rogers (Laura Renauld)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Fred's Big Feelings: The Life and Legacy of Mister Rogers, written by Laura Renauld and illustrated by Brigette Barrager, a loving tribute to the incomparable Fred Rogers’ life and work. “Hello, neighbor!” the book begins, and welcomes the reader into a familiar television living room set. While we remember … Continue reading Fred’s Big Feelings: The Life and Legacy of Mister Rogers (Laura Renauld)
What Is An American? (Matt Scott)
Hello, friends! Our book today is What Is An American?, written by Matt Scott and illustrated by Ana Sebastian, the seventh book in the seven-part Find Something Awesome! series. What is an American? In a confusing part-guided meditation, part-collection of self-help affirmations, and part-celebration of patriotism, this title aims to find the answer... and fails. … Continue reading What Is An American? (Matt Scott)
