Submitted by Ms. Tess!
Using only 4 words, Jeff Mack tells a fabulous story of two good friends, with very divergent world views, in Good News Bad News. If there were a glass in this story, Rabbit would think it’s half full, and Mouse would think it’s half empty! “Good news!” Rabbit proclaims, presenting a picnic basket to Mouse. “Bad news!” Mouse grumbles as it starts to rain. But “Good news!” Rabbit has brought an umbrella! Oh “Bad news!” The wind has picked up and threatens to blow the umbrella (and Mouse) away! The story continues in this way, as Murphy’s Law seems to plague the pair, Rabbit ever optimistic that things will get better, Mouse pointing out way after way things can only get worse. When I read this book for the first time I wondered will Mouse eventfully crush Rabbit’s cheery perspective? Or will he learn to embrace Rabbit’s joyful philosophy? I was happy with the ending, and think you will be too! Check out Good News Bad News today and remember to always look on the bright side of life! See this book listed in our catalog
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Kite Day
Submitted by Ms. Allana!
It’s a perfect day to fly a kite! Not only fly one, but Bear and Mole decide to make a kite. That is half the fun! Kite Day: A Bear and Mole Story written and illustrated by Will Hillenbrand is a perfect book for toddlers. The fun and excitement of flying your very own kite is portrayed beautifully in this story; the “ups” and “downs” as it were! The expression on Bear’s face when the string breaks is astonishing, and the events which unfold after that put a smile on the reader’s face. If you like Kite Day, check out Spring Is Here, the very first “Bear and Mole” adventure, also written and illustrated by this author. See this book listed in our catalog
Move Over, Rover!
Submitted by Ms. Carol!
Move Over Rover by Karen Beaumont is a story about a dog named Rover who is just taking a nap in his nice warm doghouse when a storm comes along. Rover is safe and warm in his doghouse, when along comes Cat looking for a dry warm place and saying “Move over, Rover!” So Rover moves over and makes room for Cat. Then along comes Raccoon looking for a place that’s warm, and he sees Rover and Cat in the doghouse and says “Move over, Rover!” so Rover moves over and makes room for Raccoon. Then along comes Squirrel, then Blue Jay, then Snake, then Mouse. It’s getting quite crowded in the doghouse! Then all of a sudden they all say “What’s that awful smell?” and they all hurry out of the doghouse because they have discovered that Skunk is in the doghouse sleeping through the storm! Finally the storm is over, and all the animals can come out and play, and Rover, of course, finds his way back to his doghouse where he can nap and be happy that he is alone! See this book listed in our catalog
Sora and the Cloud
Submitted by Ms. Melissa!
Sora and the Cloud by Felicia Hoshino, translated by Akiko Hisa. Sora is a little boy who loves to climb. One day he climbs a tree and catches a ride on a cloud. The cloud floats away and takes Sora way up into the sky. They soar with kites and airplanes. The cloud is soft and fluffy; a very comfortable place to nap, so Sora rests his head, and dreams of earthbound things, like splashing in puddles and digging in sand. The cloud returns to the tree and promises Sora future adventures with the wink on an eye. This beautifully illustrated book is written in both English and Japanese, and includes notes to readers in the back to help explain the cultural significances mentioned in the book. Dream Big, Read… on a cloud, way up high in the sky with Sora… or in your imagination. See this book listed in our catalog
Creak! Said the Bed
Submitted by Ms. Amanda!
Creak! Said the Bed by Phyllis Root is an adorable tale of bed time that many kids can relate to. Who hasn’t climbed in bed with Mom or Dad when they are scared at night? The rhythm and onomatopoeia make for a great bed time, story time, or any time read aloud book. The story takes place in the middle of the night as Mama and Poppa are in bed asleep, when SQUEAK goes the door, and Mama’s eyes fly open. Who is awake? First, Evie wants to climb in bed because she is scared. Creak! said the Bed. Next, Ivy climbs in bed to warm up. Creak! said the Bed. Then, Mo wants to climb in bed to be safe from the storm outside. Creak! said the Bed. Poppa keeps snoring away – snurkle, snark – unaware of the storm, or his full bed. Then BOOM goes the thunder, and then Fred, the dog, wants in the bed. Finally awake, Poppa says “STOP!” but Fred leaps in anyway. CRACK, said the bed, and everyone but Poppa snores on. Finally Mama, Poppa, Evie, Ivy, Mo, and Fred are all settled in the broken bed when Creak, said the floor… See this book listed in our catalog
Everything I Need to Know Before I’m Five
Submitted by Ms. Allana!
Everything I Need to Know Before I’m Five by Valorie Fisher. This is a truck full of knowledge presented in a fun and captivating way. From numbers to shapes, opposites, colors, seasons, and more, you could spend hours with a young one exploring the pages of this delightful book. The amazing photography shows an array of animals, objects, people, and actions, which will help young children of a preschool age learn and discover a world of every day things. Little and big, open and shut, and empty and full are some of the words explored in this eye-catching work. You can also look at pictures of different types of weather. This could be a complete treasury of what you need to know by the time you’re five! See this book listed in our catalog