Hello, friends! Our book today is Summer, written by Cao Wenxuan and illustrated by Yu Rong, a modern-day fable of kindness and cooperation. The book begins with a brief prelude, a page that sets a rural summer scene, complete with people and animals sheltering from the bright sun. Then the story jumps to a hot, … Continue reading Summer (Cao Wenxuan)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Kindness Matters: Sharing Bees, written by Antoinette Clark and illustrated by Russel Wayne, a story of teamwork and consideration. Sadie the bee wakes one morning to the warm sun, and is excited - it’s the first day of spring, and she is ready to help her hive collect pollen … Continue reading Kindness Matters: Sharing Bees (Antoinette Clark)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Wendell The Narwhal by Emily Dove, a story about finding your talents and working together. Wendell the narwhal has only one wish: to make beautiful music. His only problem is that the most melodious sound he can manage with his tusk is a flat “tap-tap” noise when he hits … Continue reading Wendell The Narwhal (Emily Dove)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Eraser, written by Anna Kang and illustrated by Christopher Weyant, a look at how teamwork requires respect and cooperation. Eraser is just as hardworking and dedicated as the other school supplies, but she can’t help but feel overlooked. After all, nearly all the other supplies create something, but her … Continue reading Eraser (Anna Kang)
Hello, friends! Today, we’re reviewing Priddy Books’ Best Friends: We Are Better Together, created by Emma Jennings and written by Robyn Newton, a simple, fun, yet poignant board book that celebrates diverse cooperation. Some things are just better together! For instance, lemons are fine, flour is nice, sugar is yummy and eggs and butter are … Continue reading Best Friends: We Are Better Together (Priddy Books)
The Baby Bookworm 