Timeless wisdom is found in absurdity in these tales of an iconic Muslim character known as the sagest man in the village -- and also its biggest fool. Would you like to know how a thief can turn into a donkey? Whether a cow can climb a pole? Or why you should spoon yogurt into … Continue reading RIDING A DONKEY BACKWARDS, Retold by Sean Taylor & the Khayaal Theatre, Illustrated by Shirin Adl
Month: November 2019
LOOKING FOR YESTERDAY, by Alison Jay, Candlewick Press
How can tomorrow ever be as good as yesterday? Boy doesn't think it can be and puts all his scientific knowledge to use, trying to work out how to go faster than the speed of light and make time go backwards. His grandad discovers him exploring the garden looking for wormholes, a possible shortcut back … Continue reading LOOKING FOR YESTERDAY, by Alison Jay, Candlewick Press
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HOW TO BE ON THE MOON, by Viviane Schwarz, Candlewick Press
In the follow-up to How to Find Gold, best friends Anna and Crocodile are going on another intrepid adventure -- this time, to the moon. It's almost impossible to get to the moon. It's out in space, which is dark and empty, and it's very far away. If Anna and Crocodile are going to make … Continue reading HOW TO BE ON THE MOON, by Viviane Schwarz, Candlewick Press
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PICK A PUMPKIN, by Patricia Toht, Illustrated by Jarvis, Candlewick Press
Pick a pumpkin from the patch. Tall and lean or short and fat. Vivid orange, ghostly white, or speckled green, might be just right. Pairing a wonderfully rhythmic read-aloud text with expressive retro illustrations, author Patricia Toht and illustrator Jarvis capture all the excitement and familial feeling of a favorite holiday tradition. Readers will be … Continue reading PICK A PUMPKIN, by Patricia Toht, Illustrated by Jarvis, Candlewick Press
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THE RIGHT ONE FOR RODERIC, by Violeta Noy, Candlewick Press
All ghosts wear white sheets. That’s just what ghosts do. White sheets are good for haunting people, and they make the ghosts feel like part of one big family. But one little ghost named Roderic wants to wear something different. He tries all sorts of things: a bag, a rug, a boot. Can he find … Continue reading THE RIGHT ONE FOR RODERIC, by Violeta Noy, Candlewick Press
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THE SNOW LEOPARD: GHOST OF THE MOUNTAINS, by Justin Anderson, Illustrated by Patrick Benson, Candlewick Press
Look! A line of paw prints in the snow. Follow the tracks to see the rare and utterly majestic snow leopard and visit her secret world. The people who live among the high peaks of the Himalayas tell stories of a mysterious animal called the gray ghost. To see one, you'd have to be very … Continue reading THE SNOW LEOPARD: GHOST OF THE MOUNTAINS, by Justin Anderson, Illustrated by Patrick Benson, Candlewick Press
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THE BOY AND THE BEAR, by Tracey Corderoy, Illustrated by Sarah Massini, Nosy Crow, Candlewick Press
Friends come in all shapes and sizes and sometimes the best friends are the most unlikely of all... When a lonely little boy receives an invitation to play written on a paper boat, it seems that he has found the best friend he's been longing for - at last! But Bear isn't quite the playmate … Continue reading THE BOY AND THE BEAR, by Tracey Corderoy, Illustrated by Sarah Massini, Nosy Crow, Candlewick Press
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A DAY FOR SKATING, by Sarah Sullivan, Illustrated by Madeline Valentine, Candlewick Press
In a sweet rhyming tale, a young child's first skating adventure on a frozen pond ends with a cozy bedtime story. Tap and step, then slide and turn. Whoops! Fall down. That's how we learn. On a brisk winter's day, the frozen pond is crisscrossed by figure skaters, hockey players, new skaters, and old pros, … Continue reading A DAY FOR SKATING, by Sarah Sullivan, Illustrated by Madeline Valentine, Candlewick Press
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THE SHORTEST DAY, by Susan Cooper (Newberry Medal Winner), Illustrated by Carson Ellis (Caldecott Honor Winner), Candlewick Press
In this seasonal treasure, Newbery Medalist Susan Cooper's beloved poem heralds the winter solstice, illuminated by Caldecott Honoree Carson Ellis's strikingly resonant illustrations. So the shortest day came, and the year died . . . As the sun set on the shortest day of the year, early people would gather to prepare for the long … Continue reading THE SHORTEST DAY, by Susan Cooper (Newberry Medal Winner), Illustrated by Carson Ellis (Caldecott Honor Winner), Candlewick Press
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WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT: CHRISTMAS ACTIVITY BOOK, Candlewick Entertainment, Candlewick Press
There's so much to make, do, and discover in the countdown to Christmas! Fun facts about the weather, winter, animals, and Christmas traditions. Easy-to-follow recipes, seasonal crafts, and color-in sticker activities. Inspiring ideas for how to get involved during this magical time of year. Out November 2018 32 Pages Approx. MY THOUGHTS: I received this … Continue reading WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT: CHRISTMAS ACTIVITY BOOK, Candlewick Entertainment, Candlewick Press
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