Hello, friends! Our book today is Pokko And The Drum by Matthew Forsythe, a cheeky tale of a blooming percussionist. Pokko the frog receives a gift from her parents: a drum (it is a terrible mistake on their part). She proves to be quite the prodigy, though her father requests that she move her rehearsals … Continue reading Pokko And The Drum (Matthew Forsythe)
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Flash, The Little Fire Engine (Pam Calvert)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Flash, The Little Fire Engine, written by Pam Calvert and illustrated by Jen Taylor, a look at different fire-fighting vehicles and the jobs they perform. Meet Flash, the little red fire engine! The chief says he’s finally ready for his first day on the job, and he’s excited. He … Continue reading Flash, The Little Fire Engine (Pam Calvert)
A Mischief of Monsters (Priddy Books)
Hello friends, and Happy Halloween!! Our book today is Priddy Books’s A Mischief of Monsters, illustrated by Lisa and Damien Barlow, a festive board book of spooky critters. Focusing on three main concepts - big and little, sounds, and action verbs - this sturdy board book features a colorful collection of furry, slimy, and squishy … Continue reading A Mischief of Monsters (Priddy Books)
Moldilocks and the Three Scares: A Zombie Tale (Lynne Marie)
Hello, friends! Our book today is the delightfully spooky Moldilocks and the Three Scares: A Zombie Tale, written by Lynne Marie and illustrated by David Lorenzo. In a creepy mansion, the three Scares - Papa (a Frankenstein-esque monster), Mama (a science-loving mummy with an iconic black-and-white bouffant), and Baby (a young, ginger vampire boy), prepare … Continue reading Moldilocks and the Three Scares: A Zombie Tale (Lynne Marie)
Wipe-Clean Activities: Spooky Halloween (Priddy Books)
Hello, friends! We have a special bonus review for you today: Priddy Books’s line of Wipe-Clean Activities books, including their newest, Spooky Halloween! These envelope-sized spiral-bound books are filled with activities that allow kids to express their imagination and challenge their brains. There are puzzles, word searches, and plenty of opportunities for creativity, like designing … Continue reading Wipe-Clean Activities: Spooky Halloween (Priddy Books)
