Celebrated picture book creators Chris Raschka and Vladimir Radunsky offer one possible answer to the age-old question: Who was Mother Goose? We all love to hear Mother Goose rhymes and riddles. But did you know that there was a real Mother Goose who lived in Boston more than three hundred years ago? In 1692, Elizabeth … Continue reading MOTHER GOOSE OF PUDDING LANE: A SMALL TALL TALE, by Chris Raschka, Illustrated by Vladimir Radunsky, Candlewick Press
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OUR FAVORITE DAY, by Joowon Oh, Candlewick Press
Charmingly detailed illustrations help tell a touching tale of the bond between grandparent and grandchild in a quiet yet powerful debut. "Thursdays are my favorite days." "Mine, too." Every morning Papa follows his normal routine. He drinks his tea, waters his plants, tidies up, and takes the bus into town. Papa enjoys his daily tasks, … Continue reading OUR FAVORITE DAY, by Joowon Oh, Candlewick Press
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WHAT DOES AN ANTEATER EAT? by Ross Collins, Nosy Crow, Candlewick Press
Anteater is hungry, but he has completely forgotten what anteaters eat. Baffled and with his tummy rumbling, he consults the other animals. But Sloth is too busy, Toucan is clueless, and Crocodile has his own mouth full. Maybe the ants will know - and maybe the answer isn't quite as obvious as you may think! … Continue reading WHAT DOES AN ANTEATER EAT? by Ross Collins, Nosy Crow, Candlewick Press
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SLEEP, HOW NATURE GETS ITS REST, by Kate Prendergast, Candlewick Press
All animals sleep. But do they dream? Facts inspire imaginations in a beautifully illustrated nonfiction picture book for curious young minds. Some animals sleep alone. Others sleep in packs. Some slumber at night, and others prefer the daytime for getting some z's. Whether large or small, familiar or unusual, all animals must find a way … Continue reading SLEEP, HOW NATURE GETS ITS REST, by Kate Prendergast, Candlewick Press
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GRANDPA’S TOP THREE, by Wendy Meddour, Illustrated by Daniel Egneus, Candlewick Press
A young boy's original game coaxes a grieving grandpa to reconnect with the world in a touching intergenerational story of love and resilience. Henry loves talking with Grandpa, but Grandpa has stopped listening. Mom says to just give him time. But Henry wants to talk to Grandpa now. So Henry tries his favorite game: Top … Continue reading GRANDPA’S TOP THREE, by Wendy Meddour, Illustrated by Daniel Egneus, Candlewick Press
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MY GRANDMA AND ME, by Mina Javaherbin, Illustrated by Lindsey Yankey,
In a true tale of a young girl in Iran and her grandmother, this beautiful ode to family celebrates small moments of love that become lifelong memories. In this big universe full of many moons, I have traveled and seen many wonders, but I have never loved anything or anyone the way I love my … Continue reading MY GRANDMA AND ME, by Mina Javaherbin, Illustrated by Lindsey Yankey,
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JAMES RHODES PLAYLIST: THE REBELS AND REVOLUTIONARIES OF SOUND, Illustrated by Martin O’Neill,
Out October 2019 72 Pages Approx. MY THOUGHTS: I received this book in exchange for my honest review. Kids today are online at a very young age. With so much information at their supervised fingertips, there is such a wealth of learning materials for the searching. James Rhodes does a fantastic job by creating an … Continue reading JAMES RHODES PLAYLIST: THE REBELS AND REVOLUTIONARIES OF SOUND, Illustrated by Martin O’Neill,
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CRAFTFULNESS: MEND YOURSELF BY MAKING THINGS, by Rosemary Davidson & Arzu Tahsin, Appetite, Random House, Penguin Random House
Craftfulness is the idea that making things with your hands makes you feel better, and can offer the same benefits as mindfulness and meditation, yoga, running, playing an instrument or singing. Integrating mindfulness, neuroscience, positive psychology, and creativity research, Craftfulness offers a thought-provoking and surprising reconsideration of craft, and how making things with our hands … Continue reading CRAFTFULNESS: MEND YOURSELF BY MAKING THINGS, by Rosemary Davidson & Arzu Tahsin, Appetite, Random House, Penguin Random House
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CARMEN SANDIEGO: ENDANGERED OPERATION, by HMHKids
Join Carmen Sandiego and decide where in the world to go next in this globe-trotting, daring caper! Help Carmen save wild animals of all kinds, especially the rare Amur tiger cub kidnapped from you by VILE. With 20 possible endings, your adventures can take you all over the world—or out of the game. Which will … Continue reading CARMEN SANDIEGO: ENDANGERED OPERATION, by HMHKids
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