Type: picture bookAges: 2+Author: Brenda Z. GuibersonIllustrator: Megan Lloyd Wonderful book! We live in Arizona, which might help with our interest in saguaros, but it is fantastic enough, anyone should enjoy this one.
Type: biographical picture book*Ages: 4-8Author: Patricia C. McKissackIllustrator: Jerry Pinkney *Though some of story was fictionalized, this was based on a true story of the author’s childhood. We stumbled upon this book at our local library, and I’m glad for…
Type: picture bookAges: 5-10Author: Bernard Waber Personally, I grew up knowing about Lyle the Crocodile, but didn’t know there was a series till a few years ago. It’s definitely a must-read to your children! Quickly now, before the library gets…
Type: picture bookAges: 3+Author: Joy CowleyPhotographer: Nic Bishop This book surprised me, to be honest! The photographs were outstanding and made the book. I apparently have never looked up close at chameleons’ feet before–they were very interesting. It showed some…
Type: picture bookAges: 2+Author/Illustrator: Leo Lionni *This was entirely a secular book, but to actually appreciate one’s identity, quirks and uniqueness properly, one has to acknowledge the Creator knew what He was doing. 😉 It’s a short read, but long…
Type: biographical picture bookAges: 4+Author: Patricia MacLachlanIllustrator: Hadley Hooper It could be said to be more of a biography of Matisse’s mother, but it includes plenty of Henri, too. We learn that much of his work is from his childhood…
Type: biographical picture bookAges: 3+Author: Tom RyanIllustrator: Christopher Hoyt I’m always impressed with children’s picture books that can communicate a true story so well and so succinctly. I didn’t know anything about Angus MacAskill before we happened upon this book,…
Type: picture bookAges: 3-8Author: Susan LowellIllustrator: Jim Harris This book is just good, clean fun. Every animal looked happy and friendly–even the tarantula and rattlesnake! Since we live in Arizona, it’s especially charming and entertaining for our family. Check it…
Type: picture bookAges: 3+Illustrator: Aaron. Becker Following a young girl on a delightful adventure, this book can charm a broad range of ages. There are many details to study in the artwork, too! It’s part of a trilogy, but we…
Type: Picture bookAges: 2-6Author: Robert MunschIllustrator: Michael Martchenko The best part of the book was how she tricked the dragon. It’s easily understood by young children and can cause giggles! The shallowness of the prince might not be quite as…
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