Type: poetry book for kidsAges: 7+Author: John CiardiIllustrator: Robert Osborn Personally, books that set out to “educate” are often misses. Since the author-poet set out to do just that for his own daughter, I was prepared for the inevitable let…
Type: longer picture bookAges: 5+Author: Christopher ColumbusIllustrator: John O’Hara Cosgrave II Though this is an abridgment (which the publisher explains in more detail), it feels accurate and realistic. It was also refreshing to see his Christian faith intermingled in the…
Type: picture bookAges: 4-8Author: David A. AdlerIllustrators: John & Alexandra Wallner A unique component of this book is the inclusion of his personal and family life. It is written quite matter-of-factly with an informative tone. Definitely wouldn’t hurt to see…
Type: long picture bookAges: 4-8Author: Darby A. StricklandIllustrators: Kevin & Kristen Howdeshell I loved Strickland’s first two books that were written along a similar vein–that of helping children work through types of trials. Something Scary Happened (review) touches on fear…
Type: picture bookAges: 4-8Author: Shirley Raye RedmondIllustrator: John Manders This short book is written in story form (as opposed to just reporting events), and it would make a great addition to American history studies. President Jefferson demanded presents and Lewis…
Type: picture bookAges: 4-8Author: Frank MurphyIllustrator: Richard Walz If your child loves animals, this quick story will leave them smiling!
Type: very long picture bookAges: 9+Author: Elizabeth Ripley The mere quality of this book is top-notch–from its physical features to its format. Ripley is a great writer, too, so definitely seek it out if you’re interested in art of American…
Type: middle grade fantasy novelAges: 10-14 (11+ for more sensitive readers)Author: Andrea Cox Christen Call me impressed! This was a lovely middle grade story, if by no other category, we base it on how many times I thought about it…
Type: chapter bookAges: 7-10Author: Maria Parr *In context, it was made to be humorous since there was no one else to fill those roles in an annual cultural tradition. Furthermore, it was clearly necessary, physically, because the dress didn’t fit…
Type: chapter bookAges: 8-12Author & Illustrator: Natalie Babbitt Babbitt is such a unique writer! Most know her as the author of Tuck Everlasting, but my favorite of hers is Dick Foote and the Shark. This book, Knee-Knock Rise, is a…
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