song lyrics turned into a picture book must know song to make any sense no language concerns fun artwork Type: picture bookAges: 4-8 yearsAuthor: Laurie BerknerIllustrator: Ben Clanton This is the second of three we thought we’d look into since…
song lyrics turned into a picture book somewhat interesting if you know the song monster scares child in dark room no language concerns Type: picture bookAges: 4-8 yearsAuthor: Laurie BerknerIllustrator: Ben Clanton Since we’re so familiar with Laurie Berkner music…
Type: picture booksAges: 2-7Author: Matthew Paul TurnerIllustrators: Kim Barnes, David Catrow, Gillian Gamble Story time! 👀 For a number of years, I received books from various publishers in exchange for honest reviews. I was less discerning than I am now…
Type: longer chapter bookAges: 8-11Author: Lynne Reid BanksIllustrator: Brock Cole *I gave this four out of five stars only because of the language. The stereotypes didn’t bother me, but without even looking at other reviews, I’m sure it triggers some…
great for new readers classic “Richard Scarry” artwork, infused with humor clean language Type: picture bookAges: 4-6Author & Illustrator: Richard Scarry When my daughter first was able to read this to me, it tickled both of us. The illustrations practically…
Violet (7) is very observant & thoughtful learns how creatures thrive best in their natural habitat good addition to any natural science curriculum older siblings grumpy & rude but that improves sweet ending Type: short chapter bookAges: 6-10Author: Anna BranfordIllustrator:…
an enjoyable & short chapter book#2 in series Violet gets her tonsils removed mama has a boyfriend–all is appropriate author has gift of capturing funny ways kids think clean (& fun) language Type: short chapter bookAges: 6-10Author: Anna BranfordIllustrator: Sarah…
book 1 in cute, easy-to-read series a girl creatively uses her imagination a bit scattered (but very like a typical girl’s thoughts) clean language(some minor name calling, like “peabrain”) Type: short chapter bookAges: 6-10Author: Anna BranfordIllustrator: Elanna Allen This book…
Type: picture bookAges: 4-7Author: Cynthia RylantIllustrator: Lauren Stringer There is something about Cynthia Rylant’s writing that is oft so comforting & peaceful. If you’re looking for a break from all the “hilarious” and “fast-moving” picture books floating around, this is…
Type: picture bookAges: 3-6Author & Illustrator: Simms Taback *As far as the art goes, it’s “mixed media,” with different types of art & photos. We noticed a lot more details the second time through, all with various relation to Yiddish/Jewish…
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