A little girl and her paper dolls go on amazing adventures in this picture book by Julia Donaldson. This a lovely story about imagination, memory, and links between generations. THE PAPER DOLLS Julia Donaldson – Author Rebecca Cobb – Illustrator And her mother helped her make some paper dolls. “They were Ticky and Tacky and… Read More
We are all like trees: our spines, trunks and our skin, bark. Our hearts give us strength and support, like heartwood. We are fueled by air and sun. Like humans, trees are social. They “talk” to spread information; they share food and resources. They shelter and take care of one another. They are stronger together. ***************************… Read More
When two curious children embark on a wonder walk, they let their imaginations soar as they look at the world in a whole new light. They have thought-provoking questions for everything they see: Is the sun the world’s light bulb? Is dirt the world’s skin? Are rivers the earth’s veins? Is the wind the world breathing?… Read More
This is one of those rare books that our children can return to again and again through the years, each time finding new meaning appropriate to their varying ages and stages. It celebrates both the wonders of wandering far in pursuit of one’s dreams and the sweet comfort of returning home ************************* THE BEAR AND THE… Read More
With cardboard, scissors, and art supplies, our families can create DIY construction sets with interlocking slots. We all have a steady supply of cardboard these days, so I started playing with the idea of making multiple pieces from cardboard. I traced and cut out cardboard circles, then tested out ways to connect the pieces. I cut… Read More
Ah…the wonders of a beach walk. This charming book delights in many ways. First, the entire story is told with s-words, adjectives, verbs, and nouns: scruffy, slosh, and, best of all, standstill, as the two beachgoers, a mother and a child, encounter something special. *************************** SEASIDE STROLL Charles Trevino – Author Maribel Lechuga – Illustrator Told with only… Read More
At a time when kindness, friendship, and community are more important than ever, author Nina Laden brings us her incredible book, You Are A Beautiful Beginning. It is a celebration of self-love, friendship, and community. Inspired by the timeless adage, this book is meant to empower our little ones and help them find their self-confidence and… Read More
Quiet and unpretentious, this is a simple story of charmed mice that offers a sweet depiction of companionship and creature comforts. For some families it may wind up being a favorite. *********************************** Two newly-made paper mice explore a house at night and find what they didn’t know they were looking for . . . each other!… Read More
Our young readers will love the humor, details and visual games in this warm book. It celebrates the absurdity of kings, knights and dragons and invites our children into the game. **************************************** A fun, goofy bedtime—or anytime—story. WHERE IS THE DRAGON? Leo Timmers – Author and Illustrator The king is having dreadful dragon nightmares. He orders… Read More
Farmer Brown’s problems REALLY begin when his cows start leaving him notes! Come join the fun as a bunch of literate cows turn Farmer Brown’s farm upside-down! ****************************** CLICK, CLACK, MOO Cows That Type Doreen Cronin – Author Betsy Lewin – Illustrator Spunky barnyard animals unite to improve their working conditions in this hilarious picture… Read More
