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21,000 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 2In a comforting, rhythmic text, Bond explores the magic of waking up to a world blanketed with snow. As the plow comes through and creates a mountain, village children bolt down breakfasts, don snowsuits and boots, and head outdoors. Tunneling, hollowing, digging, and shoveling, the youngsters spend all day building and enjoying a massive play area on the snow mound. Their delight in their "kingdom" and their return at nightfall as the snow begins again brings this comfy story to an end. The free-flowing, poetic text uses strong imagery to depict a place and time reminiscent of the 1950s or '60s in Vermont. The full-color illustrations dance across the pages, suffused with shades of blue in the snow and surrounded by white inside the houses. The art celebrates snow and the enthusiasm of children with lush wide angles and perspectives that invite sharing with a group. As a paean to both the joy of winter and cooperative play, this timeless tale will find a warm welcome in most collections.Marge Loch-Wouters, Menasha's Public Library, WI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.*Starred Review* PreS-Gr. 2. Ah, snow. All the fun of it (and none of the mess) is celebrated in a story, that begins with an all-night snow. In the morning, "it lay like lace along the trees. / It hatted the houses. / It capsuled the cars." The evocative text is rubbed to a silver glow by sloping, looping paintings that follow the curves of drifts and snowballs. Inside houses, children awake. Against pure backgrounds, as white as the packed flakes outside, they tumble to get ready. Outside, the snowplow makes a mound upon which the fun begins. Referencing the pure white walls of the children's rooms, the white comforter of snow allows the kids to tunnel, hollow, and shovel. Sometimes as the children work, the snow is a fresh "sun-snow lemon"; at other times it's a "shade-snow blue." And when at last the children are done, they have built a fantastic sledding hill, full of ruts and tunnels and even turrets. After a hard day whistling down the hill, it's time for steamy soup and to watch the stars come out over the snow. Although childlike at every turn, there is also an elegance that lifts the poetic text and adds an icy shimmer to the everyday fun. Ilene CooperCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: This Place in the Snow | [
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21,001 | 0 | Grade 4-7-A well-written fantasy set in Norman England. Ten-year-old Wat has a bad leg and is blind in one eye, and because popular superstition associates disabilities with the devil, he is often rejected. While in the forest one day, he witnesses Lord Sherborne's men capturing a pair of baby falcons. They plan to sew the young birds' eyes shut in order to train them. Horrified, he rescues the creatures and carries them back into the wilderness, where he meets an old hermit who has a gift of magic and a deep understanding of nature and its ancient powers. He is also the grandfather the youngster never knew existed. As Wat cares for the falcons, Griswold introduces him to the secrets of the forest and to a magic that allows the boy to cross the boundaries between this world and the spirit world. By story's end, Wat's newfound abilities allow him to save himself from Sherborne's men and to protect the creatures he loves. The author has done a fine job of integrating elements of fantasy into a historical setting. Wat and Griswold are both interesting and appealing characters. Readers will admire the boy's bravery, and many will envy his new life in the forest world.Jane G. Connor, South Carolina State Library, ColumbiaCopyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Gr. 6-8. Young Wat is the outcast in his medieval English village because of his crippled body and one eye. This doesn't stop him, though, from stealing two baby falcons that were brutally lifted from their nest by Hugh, the local noble's chief huntsman. Fleeing into the forest with the tiny birds tucked into a sack, Wat comes across an old man, who leads him to safety. The man understands the mystical forces of nature, and as he instructs Wat how to conjure these forces, he also reveals his own connection to Wat. Things come to a climax when Wat confronts Hugh and his henchmen and is able to call on the supernatural forces to powerful effect. The author successfully blends rich descriptions of the medieval world and flights of fantasy into an exciting adventure with an ending that suggests a sequel for Wat and his falcons. Todd MorningCopyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: The Falconmaster | [
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21,002 | 2 | Laurel Porter-Gaylord is an artist as well as an author.Ashley Wolff is the creator and illustrator of many popular picture books.; Title: Quiero a mi Mama Porque (I Love my Mommy Because Eng/Span ed) (Spanish Edition) | [
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21,003 | 0 | A. A. Milne was born in 1882 in London. He was a playwright and a journalist as well as a poet and storyteller. His classic children's books were inspired by his son, Christopher Robin. Milne died in 1956.; Title: Love, Piglet (Winnie-the-Pooh) | [
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21,004 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 1Late on Christmas Eve, a little girl is still seeking the perfect present for her baby brother. She finds a mysterious shop overflowing with toys, but before she can get someone to assist her, another shopper (whom children will realize is Santa Claus) scoops every single item into a sack and hauls it out the door. She is told, "Not to worry, sometimes the best presents are the ones that find us." Instead of despairing, she decides that her brother would love the newly falling snow, but then a stuffed animal miraculously falls from the sky, a gift from Santa. The images of the little girl wandering alone along dark streets and the Dickensian toy shop with its elf-eared shop assistants give this large picture book a surreal, almost eerie quality. Despite the vagueness of the moral (did Santa give the bear to the girl because of her tenacity or because of her resignation?), the spectacle of the toy shop with its fabulous array of strange and wonderful playthings will entice young children.E. M. Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.PreS-Gr. 1. The creators of The Tin Forest (2001) tell another beautifully illustrated tale of finding hope in a gloomy landscape. In a dark, snowy town, a little girl struggles to find a present for "a special person." Then, on a shabby street, she discovers a toy shop that nearly explodes with fantastical playthings. The girl is dismayed when a single customer makes off with the store's entire stock, stuffed into an enormous sack (the customer's beard, twinkly eyes, and barely-visible red suit will clue in most children to his true identity). But on the girl's walk home, the perfect present for the special person--a delighted baby brother--magically appears. Ward's simple sentences have a pleasing, read-aloud rhythm, and they nicely capture holiday suspense and anxiety from a child's view. But it's Anderson's incandescent paintings that are really stunning. Miniature, feathery strokes create scenes that beautifully contrast the silver-gray streets, where the girl despairs, and the glorious, magical toy shop. Inventive details and a subtle seek-and-find game will invite children back for repeated viewings throughout the year. Gillian EngbergCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Finding Christmas | [
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21,005 | 2 | PreSchool-K - A didactic story about the friendship between two cubs. When Simon's team practice encroaches on his time with Jag, she sets out to find someone new to play with. After meeting Bo, a snake that almost tricks her into betraying an old friend, Jag realizes that hanging out with the wrong company may bring trouble. Large, childlike watercolors of the appealing little animals express the loneliness of the little jaguar and her ultimate repentance. Although they help soften the moralistic tone, the lesson is the focus of this offering. - Sally R. Dow, Ossining Public Library, NY Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: Jag's New Friend | [
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21,006 | 6 | A. A. Milne was born in 1882 in London. He was a playwright and journalist as well as a poet and storyteller. His classic children's books were inspired by his son, Christopher Robin. Milne died in 1956. Ernest H. Shepard was born in 1879 in England. His pictures of the Pooh characters are based on real toys owned by Christopher Robin Milne. Shepard died in 1976.; Title: The Magical World of Winnie-the-Pooh: Deluxe Pop-Up | [
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21,007 | 15 | When her teacher assigns a Future Scientist Project, Thea gets right to work, planting a seed in her front yard and observing what happens next. Puzzled by unexpected developements such as bubbling dirt, phenomenal vertical growth of a tree-like plant, and the sudden appearance of an egg, a harp, and coins apparently made of gold, Thea writes to local experts, from a botanist to a banker to a tree removal firm. The story is told through her letters, which put forththeories aboutwhats happening, as well as theexperts replies. Adding greatly to the deadpan humor arePedersens ink-and-watercolor illustrations, whichfeature distinctive, craggy lines and pleasing hues. As the story progresses, the scenes at Theas home grow increasingly frantic, contrasting nicely with the formaltone of her letters. Children who know their folktales will figure out the plants identity before the end, but anyone can enjoy the chaos created in this amusing picture book. Grades 1-3. --Carolyn PhelanSave a spot on the shelves for this one...or maybe not--it will always be checked out. -- Kirkus This is a funny story that kids will love, and teachers may find useful to include in fairy-tale or letter-writing units. -- School Library Journal; Title: Thea's Tree | [
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21,008 | 2 | Grade 1-4In this engaging picture book, Justice O'Connor shares a story from when she was six years old. She grew up on her family's Arizona ranch, where she helped with kitchen and barn chores. She liked to watch the antelope and was taught to avoid rattlesnakes. Horses were her favorite animal; she learned to ride when she was five. Although her mother instructed her to stay close to home, on one particularly exciting day, she rode Chico a distance from the house to look at a new baby calf. On the way back, they encountered a rattlesnake in their path. The fear on both faces is captured in one of Andreasen's gorgeous paintings. The pictures are done in muted colors and show the wonder of nature in the Southwest, from a fierce thunderstorm to a clearing sky with a rainbow. The author's warm relationship with her parents, her plucky spirit, and the animals on the ranch and in the desert make this a wonderful read. Although O'Connor does not mention anything about her future career as the first woman Supreme Court Justice, this book would be of interest to children studying women's history.Heather Ver Voort, Washington West Elementary, Olean, NY Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Gr. 1-3. In a story based on memories of her childhood on her family's ranch, O'Connor revisits six-year-old Sandra, who helped with the chores, loved to read, and rode her own small horse, Chico. Riding out to look for a new calf and its mother, Sandra almost falls off Chico when he jumps at the sight of a rattlesnake. After bringing her horse safely home, Sandra goes out with her father in his truck, checking on the calf, chasing a rainbow, and driving back home again. O'Connor's matter-of-fact tone steers away from nostalgia, offering a straightforward presentation of this independent young girl's day. Andreasen's handsome paintings depict the 1930s setting with soft-edged realism and a fine palette of muted colors. One of the few books for young children set in the Southwest, this offers a look at the landscape as well as an accessible tale of O'Connor's childhood. Carolyn PhelanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Chico | [
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21,009 | 16 | PreSchool-K-While this lift-the-flap book has big, bold, colorful cartoons that are easy for groups to see, the idea behind the story is a jarring one. Six double-page spreads illustrate what various creatures eat for dinner. "A cat will eat a dirty rat/after playing with her food./She thinks it's fine-/imagine that!/What a funny attitude." Lift the cat's mouth to find a live rat, cheese wedge in hand. Subsequent spreads show a walrus with a clam (lift the shell to reveal a smiling mollusk), a frog with a fly, a bat and a spider, a shark with a lunchbox of fish, and a toddler with a hot dog. The animals being eaten are shown whole and smiling inside their predators' mouths. Even in a fantasy, it's difficult to believe that a creature would be happy about serving as someone's supper. At best, this is an odd premise for a book; at worst, it is blatantly misleading. Choose "The Little Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly," Jack Kent's The Fat Cat (Parent's, 1971; o.p.), or Eric Carle's The Very Hungry Caterpillar (Philomel, 1969) instead. More palatable offerings abound.Sally Bates Goodroe, Harris County Public Library, Houston, TX Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: What's for Dinner? | [
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21,010 | 2 | When sixth-grader Kelley and her mother get into a car accident, Kelley is rushed to the hospital with a broken leg and severe burns, especially to her face. She is in physical pain, and her mental anguish grows throughout the novel, as she wonders why this happened to her, and who she is now that her appearance has been dramatically altered. Her anger and confusion intensify when she suspects that her own mother may have been at fault in the accident. Cummings (Autumn Journey) incorporates medical vocabulary and treatments into her narrative ("Twice a day they come in and pull the dead skin off my leg with tweezers and Q-tips," Kelley explains to a visiting friend. "It's called debridement"), and while these passages are sometimes clunky, readers learn a great deal about burn recovery. The mystery surrounding her mother's responsibility, on the other hand, seems like an unnecessary complication, and some of the descriptions of Kelley's emotions are clichd (e.g., when the heroine opts for the silent treatment, "Kelley... wondered if she wasn't subconsciously--or maybe consciously--punishing her mother for something that maybe she didn't even do!"). Ultimately, Cummings's careful pacing makes this story work; she helps readers to empathize with the heroine, to follow her from her post-trauma confusion to her rage and withdrawal from the world, and ultimately to her discovery of inner strength. Ages 10-up.Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.Gr 6-10-Unable to remember the horrific automobile accident and resulting explosion that melted her earrings as well as much of her skin, 12-year-old Kelley finds her world of horses, ballet lessons, and environmental projects reduced to a vise of pain in a Baltimore hospital's burn unit. Having dead skin tweezed off and being forced into pressure bandages and difficult physical therapy are bad enough, but when the staff straps a clear plastic mask on her ruined face, Kelley resists in the only way left to her. She quits all human communication. Finally weaned from her self-pity by the cries of a burned baby, she begins to speak once again, but draws the line at seeing friends and returning to school. However, she isn't the only one who isn't fully communicating, and the arrival of a lawsuit brings about an evolution of sorts. Cummings gives a good explanation of medical procedure, but really shines in showing the careful balance of push, pull, and nurturing that must be maintained by the dedicated medical staff who choose to work with fire victims. She understands appearance-conscious adolescents, and leads readers to pull with Kelley in working through the layers of her inner being to reach beyond the mask.-Cindy Darling Codell, Clark Middle School, Winchester, KYCopyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.; Title: A Face First | [
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21,011 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 2A colt is filled with curiosity and energy as he explores the world around him. From the barnyard animals to the sandy beaches, his enthusiasm abounds until his parents finally come to lead him home. The rhyming verse reads easily and is interspersed with repeated sounds such as the SWISH, SWISH, SWISH of the horses' tails and the WHOOSH, WHOOSH of the wind. The illustrations capture all of the youthful exuberance of this young wanderer. With a bright, warm palette of blues, browns, and greens, the lovely landscapes are a feast for the eye. Wolff's soft-focus artwork includes fields that run to the sea, crashing waves, and a tidal pool full of sea life. The expressive and animated creatures, from chicks to a seal, are very appealing in this idyllic and lively day in the life of an adventurous young equine.Carol Schene, Taunton Public Schools, MA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Rita Gray lives with her family in New York City.; Title: The Wild Little Horse | [
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21,012 | 0 | Susan Jeffers has illustrated many acclaimed books for children, including Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening, by Robert Frost. She lives in New York State.; Title: Thumbelina | [
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21,013 | 16 | ALISON JAY is a graduate of the London College of Printing and is the acclaimed illustrator of many picture books, including The Cloud Spinner, written by Michael Catchpool, and A Gift for Mama, by Linda Ravin Lodding. Alison’s signature style is created using alkyd paint on thick cartridge paper, with a crackle varnish, giving an aged effect.; Title: ABC: A Child's First Alphabet Book | [
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21,014 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 2 - Slippers is bored, and everyone in his human family is busy. Left to his own devices, the puppy finds an endless array of objects and activities with which to entertain himself, from pulling up things in the garden to burying a shoe. When the baby awakens from his nap, it's time for a nice long walk, but, of course, by this time, Slippers is exhausted and takes a well-earned rest. Bright, full-page watercolor cartoons help to tell the story. Simple and bold text floats across each page, revealing the details of the dog's every move. Slippers's antics and adorable face will appeal to young children. - Christine E. Carr, Lester C. Noecker Elementary School, Roseland, NJ Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.PreS-Gr. 1. A dog's work is never done. There are shoes to sniff, caps to chew, things to bury in the garden, and bugs to follow. Who has time to nap? In this endearing, moment-by-moment account of a dog's day, Slippers does everything but nap, a phenomenon that will resonate equally with restless human pups and their parents. Naptime distractions abound, particularly the tantalizing whiffs of various family members: "But it wasn't Edward. / It was just Edward's shoe. / But it smelled very nice--like Edward." Is it any wonder that by the time Slippers actually does get a chance to go for a walk, he's so exhausted he must nap? Bynum's colorful, cartoonish illustrations are interspersed with short lines of text, making this slight-but-charming picture book a good choice for early readers as well as listeners. Karin SnelsonCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Naptime For Slippers | [] | Train |
21,015 | 1 | Emma Dodds fresh style and bright colors have been called just right for preschool audiences by Kirkus Reviews.; Title: Dog's Birthday: A Touch and Feel Book (Touch and Feel Books (Dutton)) | [
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21,016 | 0 | Starred Review. Grade 3-6From the birth of Greece, wrought by Poseidon's shaking his trident, to Theseus's rule over the mountainous land of the Ancients, this retelling of the hero's mythical adventures is a joy to read. Byrd masterfully interweaves the legends of Aegeus, Heracles, the Minotaur, Ariadne, and Icarus with the story of Theseus. Myths that are normally quite complicated become easy to decipher in this outstanding version, for Byrd tells the tales simply and clearly, including important details and tying up all loose ends so that everything blends together seamlessly. The pen-and-watercolor illustrations are painstakingly drawn and include numerous small period details that heighten the sense of history. The paintings abound in rich Mediterranean colors, and there is a sense of movement on every page. While the heads and feet of the characters may seem disproportionately large, it seems a simple but suitable way to suggest that these characters are larger than life. The influences of ancient Greek art are everywhere, from the key designs on the title page to the carved prow of Theseus's ship; in fact, many of the designs were copied from actual ancient artifacts. The endpaper maps trace the hero's route from Athens to Crete and back and provide a quick visual retelling of the story, using miniature versions of the characters featured in the regular illustrations. Keeping with the tradition of D'Aulaire's Book of Greek Myths (Random, 1992), Byrd's book is sure to take its rightful place among classic retellings of timeless tales.Nancy Menaldi-Scanlan, LaSalle Academy, Providence, RI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Gr. 2-4, younger for reading aloud. Exciting illustrations, patterned with designs drawn from ancient pottery, bring to life this retelling of two Greek myths. Byrd begins with the story of Theseus and the Minotaur, and then smoothly transitions into Icarus' doomed flight. The blend of myths makes for a narrative that may be too long for reading aloud, beginning to end, to a restless crowd. Still, Byrd ably compresses essential plot elements into an abbreviated yet thorough text, and his beautiful ink-and-watercolor artwork will easily draw children into the action. In intricate, delicately colored full-page spreads, Byrd creates monsters and villains that are at once deliciously odious and whimsical. Meticulously detailed period costumes and palaces round out thrilling scenes that show mythology's fantastic blurring of worlds, in which gods' faces swirl amid sea creatures, celestial bodies, and the solid, earthly world of humans. There are no notes to support the story, but this is still an excellent choice to inspire interest in ancient mythology; it will partner nicely with Robert Burleigh's picture-book retellings of myths, Hercules (1999) and Pandora (2002). Gillian EngbergCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: The Hero and the Minotaur | [
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21,017 | 2 | Starred Review. Carpenter, who made such a splash with her photograph-enhanced drawings in 17 Things I'm Not Allowed to Do Anymore, flexes her rascally aesthetic even more in this abecedary of bad behavior, and once again she produces a perfect visual expression of the collision of a testy temperament with polite society. When Offensive Oscar refuses to wash (Yesterday's oatmeal still clings to his skin), the pen-and-ink anti-hero is proffered what looks like a real bar of soap plus scrub brush from a real pair of hands; on the opposite page, a photo-collaged pair of splayed legs belonging to Grandmother adds comic verisimilitude to the claim that One sniff of his odor and others pass out. Ashman's (Babies on the Go) poetic portraits are packed with lots of tasty assonance and alliteration (Coco came to camp:/ Cracked a compass, smacked a lamp,/ Clogged a drain, cut a tarp./ Clobbered Curtis with a carp), and although they tend to adopt a tone that's more tut-tut than arch, their mock-serious mood serves as a fine foil to the visual ruckus. Ages 6up. (July) Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Kindergarten-Grade 3"WARNING: This book contains obnoxious children. Read at your own risk!" or so declares the cover of this alphabetical catalog of bad behaviors. But only truly prudish parents are advised to explore no further, for Ashman and Carpenter have collaborated to truly hilarious effect. Alliterative rhymes relate the dastardly deeds: "Coco came to camp:/Cracked a compass, smacked a lamp/Called the counselor a cow./Coco's cab is coming now." In the spirit of Hilaire Belloc's Cautionary Tales for Children (Harcourt, 2002), though illustrated in a flamboyant collage style that couldn't be further from Edward Gorey's precise, monochromatic drawings, most of the children depicted here find themselves in unfortunate situations as a result of their foibles. Carpenter's scribbled marker and watercolor depictions set the perfect tone for these creatively overexuberant children. Blustering Buster's attempt to fly with wings made out of first-place ribbons is just one standout among many. Mom's legs flailing from a grocery cart as Mischievous Martin plows into a tower of watermelons is another. Reluctant readers, parents of reluctant readers, and anyone who enjoys a good laugh will be drawn to this book.Jayne Damron, Farmington Community Library, MI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: M Is for Mischief: An A to Z of Naughty Children | [
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21,018 | 11 | Kindergarten-Grade 3—Tongue-in-cheek humor peppers this original tale that incorporates the stone-soup motif but is based on a Chinese legend instead of the European folktale. A fisherman complains that the three boys he has hired to work on his boat are "somewhat stupid" and "lazy" even though the illustration reveals that he is lounging at the stern while the boys toil. At lunchtime he barks out orders, "Ting! Gather firewood. Pong! Prepare the cooking pot and clean the fish." The cooking pot is missing, however. Undaunted, the young lads dig a hole in the sand for cooking and throw a "fish stone," an "egg stone," and a "vegetable stone" into a nearby fire. They distract their employer by asking him to make bamboo bowls and chopsticks while they add the real ingredients to the sand pot. When the rocks are added to the soup, the food floats to the surface. The unpleasant employer then claims that he can make soup from stones, but it is clear from the illustrations that the villagers know he's been fooled. The watercolors are in eye-catching shades of blue, green, and yellow, and are filled with motion and humor: a monkey imitates the jaunty walk of the fisherman, and pen-and-ink drawings meticulously detail whiskers and hair. However, the boys' faces appear stereotypically round, with slanted eyes that seem exaggerated. An additional purchase.—Kirsten Cutler, Sonoma County Library, CA Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved."The truth is that Stone Soup was invented . . . in China," writes Compestine, and in her version of the traditional folktale, a Chinese fisherman narrates. He complains about his young helpers: "Nice boys, but lazy and, I'm sorry to say, somewhat stupid." Jorisch's illustrations--expressive, gouache-and-ink scenes--tell a different story, though. Images show the rotund fisherman relaxing on his boat while the children do the work. For lunch one day, the resourceful boys make a soup, tricking their boss into believing it is river stones that create the flavor. The pompous boss returns to the village, boasting about his new discovery. Children who don't look closely at the pictures may have trouble following the action, but alert kids will chortle over the contradictory stories told by the words and images, and recognize the self-important adult who is oblivious to the kids' ingenuity. A recipe for Egg Drop Stone Soup is appended to this natural choice for folktale units. An author's note explains the story's cultural history but doesn't include a source. Gillian EngbergCopyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: The Real Story of Stone Soup | [
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21,019 | 2 | Reviewed with Barbara Baker's Anna Shares.PreS. Baker's experience as a preschool teacher shines through in these two little stories, which manage to portray a young child's world in a way that is both beguiling and unflinchingly realistic. In Shares, Mommy puts cookies on a plate for Anna to share with her playmate, but the little girl can clearly see that four cookies are better than two. Anna, whose sweet disposition hides her iron-willed determination not to submit to tyranny, decides not to share. The story's outcome may not seem fair to adults, but toddlers will take satisfaction in the happy ending and preschoolers will find it funny. In Book, Mommy reads Anna her new book once, twice, and a third time. Laundry beckons, Mommy leaves, then Anna reads her new book to Teddy Bear just as many times as he asks. Though Anna initially tugs at her mother's skirt to bring her back to reading, the child doesn't fall apart but finds her own solution. O'Neill's breezy ink drawings, brightened with washes in cheerful hues, contribute to the stories' simple narrative appeal and visual charm. Carolyn PhelanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reservedBarbara Baker, an author and preschool teacher, is peerless in her ability to capture not only what children need but also what they want. She lives in New York City.Catharine ONeill has illustrated many books, including Favorite Fairy Tales Told in Ireland, by Virginia Haviland, and Mrs. Dunphys Dog, which she wrote.; Title: Anna's Book | [
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21,020 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 1When school is closed because of a snowstorm, a boy and his sister race outside to play. He builds a fort, and soon a fierce snowball fight with other children ensues. The battle rages until it's time to head home for cocoa. Short rhyming stanzas describe the events. Ranging in size from small insets to double-page paintings, the energetic cartoon-style illustrations capture the action and humor. Sporting colorful outerwear and a silver colander on his head, the protagonist is ready for any adventure. Large print and lots of repetition make this a good choice for beginning readers as well as an engaging read-aloud.Sally R. Dow, Ossining Public Library, NY Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.James Thomas Jimmy Fallon (born September 19, 1974) is an American actor, comedian, singer, musician and television host. He currently hosts Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, a late-night talk show that airs on NBC. Prior to that, he appeared in several films, and was best known as a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1998 to 2004. On April 3, 2013, NBC announced that Fallon would replace Jay Leno as host of The Tonight Show at the conclusion of the 2014 Winter Olympics.Adam Stower grew up in Zurich, Switzerland, and was educated at the Norwich School of Art and Design and at the University of Brighton in England. Adam has a rich imagination and loves fantasy and adventure stories. Previous titles include Two Left Feet, Slam, The Den, Bottoms Up!, and the Mungo and Benjamin Pratt and the Keepers of the School series. Adam works with publishers in the UK and the US and his picture books have been translated into many languages around the world. He currently lives in Brighton.; Title: Snowball Fight! | [
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21,021 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 2 The wide and enticing variety of activities mentioned by an unseen narrator should quell any child's complaint, there's nothing to do. Suggestions include watching cloud formations, building a fort, catching fireflies and then letting them go, sledding, painting, and climbing a tree. Books offer possibilities, too: finding a quiet spot and reading your very favorite book. And then reading it again...just because it is your favorite. Some pastimes, many of which span the seasons, are only revealed in the remarkable pictures and are demonstrated by a multicultural assortment of children. The watercolor and pen-and-ink spreads lend themselves to close examination as the pictures are chock-full of pleasant details. The designs they incorporate were inspired by the eight patterns found in nature including the spiral, the sphere, the helix, and branching and create delightful surprises at page turns. This enjoyable and useful title will inspire children on those rare occasions when precious free time magically materializes. Maryann H. Owen, Racine Public Library, WI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.PreS-Gr. 2. "Once in a while, along comes a day when there is nothing . . . to do," begins this picture-book defense of unscheduled downtime. What to do with these "white, empty spaces" on the calendar? Wood offers suggestions: "I have heard . . . wonderful stories about taking off your shoes and walking through green grass. . . . Or making toy ships . . . and sailing them across a puddle." This is less a story than an explosion of images. On each spread, Halperin's soft-toned, mixed-media pictures, at least 10 per page, extend the basic fulfilling pastimes (hiking, fort building, lemonade sipping) mentioned in the text. Contemporary kids may find the absence of technology (none of the kids surf the Web or play electronic games), along with the book's overall slow-down message, a bit purposeful. Still, overscheduled children (and adults) will enjoy poring over the multitude of images, which celebrate the magic that comes with wandering, imagining, and looking closely at the smallest things. Gillian EngbergCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Nothing to Do | [
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21,022 | 2 | PreSchool-KAs Rosie watches the full moon sink in the sky, she ponders what it is made of. Cat thinks it is a saucer of milk, but Hen says it's an egg from which chicks hatch to become the stars. Butterfly says it's made of sugar; Dog thinks it's a round pat of butter; and Mouse believes it is made of white flour, which makes clouds when the wind blows. Finally, Gran settles the matter by mixing a batch of moon-shaped cookies, using all the ingredients mentioned in a satisfying, tasty resolution to this story that has wide appeal. Childlike illustrations in soft patterns and colors complement the delightful whimsy.Sally R. Dow, Ossining Public Library, NY Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.*Starred Review* Awakening before dawn, Rosie looks past the cat on her windowsill to the moon and says, "I wonder what it's made of." Cat replies that the moon is a saucer of milk. Rosie concedes that it might be, but she gets dressed, goes outside, and asks several other animals the same question. Hen thinks that the moon is an egg. Butterfly believes it's made of sugar, Dog says "butter," and Mouse is sure that it's made of flour. Each animal joins Rosie on her quest. Finally, they arrive at Rosie's grandmother's house, where Gran combines milk, egg, sugar, butter, and flour to make moon-shaped sugar cookies, satisfying everyone. The mixed-media artwork features Hillenbrand's strong, distinctive lines that define the characters, colors that range in intensity from brilliant to muted, and a rich array of patterned surfaces that make the settings varied and vivid. Though some of the illustrative elements fade into the background, even the shadows here contribute to the storytelling. The story reads aloud well, and in an open-ended conclusion, Rosie asks a new question for readers to explore on their own. The final page offers a recipe for Gran's Sugar Cookie Moons, for those who want to extend the story into the kitchen. Carolyn PhelanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: The Moon Might Be Milk | [
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21,023 | 2 | Award-winning country chanteuse Leann Rimes writes her first children's book Jag, the story of a young jaguar who dreads her first day of school but learns to meet her fears head-on. She isn't afraid of meeting new friends ("Who needs that stuff?"), but she is deeply afraid of the swimming lessons she knows are inevitable: "Nothing frightened Jag more than the river. She preferred solid ground, which didn't shift and slip under her paws." Isabel, the wise parrot, warns Jag that if she doesn't learn to swim, she'll have to stand up to the ridicule of her peers as well as her fears. Sure enough, the trouble starts the first day of school when the jaguar cub announces her nickname Jag. "Who's next? Ow the Owl?" someone cries. It only gets worse at the river the next day during swimming lessons. But when one young jaguar named Simon with completely black fur (no spots!) shows up for class and is ridiculed for his appearance, Jag has to decide whether to revel in being part of the group du jour or to be kind to the newcomer. In the end, she not only befriends Simon, she releases such a huge roar for a tiny jaguar that her classmates tremble in their fur. Kids who are afraid of school, or troubled by the ways in which they are challenged by the group, may be inspired by this winning story of a small cat who takes on peers and fears with a growl and not a whimper. Illustrator Richard Bernal creates a soft, friendly, Disneyesque jungle where butterflies yawn and kittenish jaguars walk upright. (Ages 4 and older) --Karin SnelsonLeAnn Rimes started singing at the age of two and won her first talent competition at age five. At thirteen, she released her first multi-platinum CD, Blue. Since then she has gone on to break boundaries between country, pop, and contemporary Christian music with her award-winning recordings. She was the first country singer to win a Best New Artist Grammy and the youngest to win the Best Country Vocal Grammy. She made her motion-picture debut in Coyote Ugly and also recorded four songs for its soundtrack, including the hit single "Can't Fight the Moonlight." Richard Bernal has won many awards for his work in advertising and television, including one from the Children's Television Workshop.; Title: Jag | [
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21,024 | 18 | Grade 3–6—This title traces the evolution of professional football from its humble beginnings as an Ivy League-college pastime in the 19th century to one of the most popular spectator sports in the United States. In a somewhat dry narrative, Madden focuses on the development of the game, presenting chronological chapters that introduce significant time periods and identify key players and teams. The text emphasizes rules, prominent athletes, and strategies with sidebars and full-color photographs offering additional information. The author's name recognition through video games and his visibility as a sports commentator will be a natural lure for young readers. This clear, well-organized account is appropriate for report writers and is a solid choice for libraries needing to update their sports-history collections.—Michael Giller, South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities, Greenville Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.The emphasis in this picture-book-size volume is on pro rather than college football. The book relates how the game changed from a rough-and-tumble league sport centered in small Midwestern cities into the corporate powerhouse that it is today. Along the way, the authors discuss rule and strategy changes and major stars who made the modern game. Lots of photographs and sidebars are included, although many fans will wish for more pictures instead of the sometimes redundant text. Of course, John Madden has become a brand name, but his distinctive voice, heard in his TV color commentary, is apparent only in his brief, somewhat confusing introduction. Most of the text is rather workmanlike, so this is recommended only for libraries needing additional material on the history of the professional sport. A few additional sources, Web sites, and a glossary are appended. Todd MorningCopyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: John Madden's Heroes of Football | [
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21,025 | 0 | Ms. Ehrlich lives in Vermont. Susan Jeffers is the illustrator of such distinguished picture books as Three Jovial Huntsmen, a Caldecott Honor book; Rachel Field's Hitty; and the ABBY Award-winning Brother Eagle, Sister Sky, which was also a New York Times besteller. She lives in New York.; Title: Cinderella | [
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21,026 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 2Not as substantial a story as that of the unfortunate gingerbread boy, Ernst's confectionary tale is, nevertheless, entertaining. Like her brother, this perky pastry, covered from head to toe in candies, bolts from the oven and outruns a farm family, a pig, an artist, a cow and her calf, a dog walker, and some children at recessbefore jumping onto the same fox's back. However, by using a strand of her licorice-whip hair to lasso the hungry creature, the Gingerbread Girl proves that she is one sharp cookie who knows how to turn around a sticky situation. Large, pleasantly appealing cartoon illustrations are set upon pale backgrounds of blue, mauve, tan, and green gingham. Despite the forced rhyme of the protagonist's speech (I can leap past piggy/Like all of the others./This story will not end/Like that of my brother's!) and a couple of unnecessary remarks made by the fox ( Anyone could tell by looking at her that she was an airhead), the story provides enough amusement to make it appealingbut not a first purchase.Susan Scheps, Shaker Heights Public Library, OH Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Everyone remembers the ill-fated Gingerbread Boy, but few know about his smarter sister. After losing the boy, his elderly bakers are loath to try another cookie, but finally they create a gingerbread girl. Sure enough, she runs away "with a leap and a twirl. You can't catch me, I'm the Gingerbread Girl." Inventive, though occasionally clunky rhymes describe the girl as she runs away from a dog walker, an artist, cows, and kids. Then she meets the fox, who slyly agrees to a safe trip ashore. It looks like Gingerbread Girl will go the way of her brother. But she turns out to be a smart cookie with a clever plan, a twist that's the most innovative part of the story. Ernst's familiar art, here placed against gingham-check backgrounds, utilizes the oversize format to best advantage, with large characters leaping out of their frames. On the cover, the candy-studded Gingerbread Girl with licorice-whip hair stares boldly out at readers. Kids won't be able to resist following her inside. Ilene CooperCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: The Gingerbread Girl | [
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21,027 | 2 | Kindergarten-Grade 3Fans of Plourde's School Picture Day (2002), Teacher Appreciation Day (2003), and Pajama Day (2005, all Dutton) will recognize many old friends in this humorous episode. Here, Dewey Booker is so excited about Book Fair Day that he wheels his wagon to school to carry home all of his purchases. When he learns that his class is not scheduled to visit the fair until the end of the day, he devises a number of schemes to get to the library before the books are sold out. In one determined attempt, he disguises himself as a kindergartner by walking on his knees. Each plan is stymied by his teacher, Mrs. Shepherd, and Mr. Opus, the school librarian. Dewey's day ends happily when he realizes that both his teacher and Mr. Opus are as eager as he is to get the right books into his hands. Plays on words related to books and reading abound. Wickstrom's colorful cartoon illustrations capture the zaniness of the boy's antics. Readers who love a good story as much as Dewey does are in for a treat.Maura Bresnahan, High Plain Elementary School, Andover, MA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Gr. 1-3. The duo behind School Picture Day (2002) and others have come up with yet another special event to send Mrs. Shepherd's classroom into a dither. This time the comedy focuses on Dewey Booker, a bibliophile who comes to school for Book Fair Day hauling his little red wagon (labeled "Dewey's Bookmobile"), the better to carry all his purchases home. Dismayed that his class will be the last to visit the fair, Dewey fruitlessly attempts to sneak in with the kindergarteners and creep in through a window. Then, when the appointed hour finally arrives, he is too busy making recommendations to select books for himself--but Mr. Opus, the librarian, and Mrs. Shepherd have thoughtfully set aside his favorites. Round-headed, dot-eyed kids in a multitude of shapes and hues (Dewey, like Mr. Opus, is the color of cafe au lait) radiate an excitement about reading that young listeners will surely recognize. Over the top, yes, but full of verve. GraceAnne DeCandidoCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Book Fair Day | [
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21,028 | 16 | The spunky canine from Dog's Colorful Day returns in Dog's ABC: A Silly Story About the Alphabet by Emma Dodd. In the beginning, "An apple falls on his head/ Dog barks, and a bird flies/ out of the apple tree." The words "apple" and "bird" appear in opposite corners of the spread, next to their upper- and lowercase initial letters.Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.Ages 3-6. Cleverly manipulating Dog's day so that his canine adventures progress through the letters of the alphabet, Dodd offers a comic primer for pre- and primary-schoolers. Dog's chunky white canine shape is contained within thick black lines that also capture his few but endearingly expressive features. As Dog romps across the clean sweeps of bold color on the pages, he is stung on the nose by an insect (I), which causes him to jump (J). Thinking food will make him feel better, he heads for the kitchen (K) on his little legs (L) to eat his meal (M) and take his mind off his sore nose (N). Such is the logical way the text, printed in display type of varying sizes, records Dog's actions and reactions and reinforces the letters of the alphabet. Much deliberate thought and humor underlie this deceptively simple, totally winning presentation. Ellen MandelCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Dog's ABC: A Silly Story about the Alphabet | [
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21,029 | 2 | K-Gr. 3. As the title announces, this parody of the familiar carol substitutes dogs for the traditional song items. Structured as the story of three kids exchanging gifts of dogs--from "a pug puppy under the tree" to "twelve doggies drumming"--the device provides plenty of opportunity for comedy: Chihuahuas in tutus; three French dogs (poodles of course) serving croissants at a cafe; "six pooches playing" (chess); "ten Labs a-leaping." New elements appear on left-hand bordered pages; pages on the right whimsically illustrate the hectic, expanding canine crowd, as pooches prance, dance, and frolic with a marmalade cat that joins in the fun. The individual breeds aren't named, but it doesn't matter. Children will be too occupied counting critter noses and finding the cat among the dogs to care. Canine cavorting is the game, and it's great fun. Julie CumminsCopyright American Library Association. All rights reservedCarolyn Conahan lives in Portland, Oregon.This is the first book she has both written and illustrated.; Title: The Twelve Days of Christmas Dogs | [
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21,030 | 13 | PreSchool-Grade 2Cole presents a picture-book version of this beloved composition, written by Tripp with music by George Kleinsinger, which was first recorded in 1946. Tubby the Tuba is tired of just repeating oompah, oompah and wants to perform a melody like the violins or the flute. That night, while sitting by the river, the unhappy tuba meets a bullfrog, who sings a beautiful tune. The next day, inspired by his new friend, Tubby enthusiastically plays the melody for the orchestra, winning the acceptance of the conductor and the other instruments. The colorful cartoons, showing an apple-cheeked Tubby clothed in a T-shirt and red sneakers, create a retro mood without looking dated. This title stands alone as a great introduction to the orchestra for children. However, reading the story while listening to the accompanying CD, which is narrated by the late author, is even better. A good choice for classroom sharing and individual reading.Marilyn Ackerman, Brooklyn Public Library, NY Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.The orchestra's tuba, Tubby grows tired of supplying the steady "oompah" background and longs to play melodies. Discouraged by the other instruments' reaction to his one attempt, Tubby ambles off one evening and finds inspiration down by the river, where a friendly frog offers help and encouragement. Written by actor Tripp as a child's introduction to the orchestra, the musical story of Tubby the Tuba was released as a short, puppet-based animated film in 1947, a book in 1954, and a longer animated feature video in the 1970s. Cole's colorful retro-style artwork endows the instrument-characters great emotional expressiveness. He uses the large format to good advantage, creating scenes that are varied in their effects and show up well from a distance. The accompanying CD, which slides into a pocket inside the back cover, features Tripp reading his story with orchestral accompaniment, as it was meant to be heard. Sometimes paired with Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf, this child-friendly introduction to the orchestra looks very appealing in Cole's picture-book version. Carolyn PhelanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Tubby the Tuba (Book & CD) | [
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21,031 | 13 | Stephanie True Peters is the author of the bestselling A Princess Primer. She lives with her family in Mansfield, Massachusetts.Linda Bronson lives with her family in Hadlyme, Connecticut.; Title: My First Nutcracker | [
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21,032 | 2 | Stephanie True Peters lives with her family in Mansfield, Massachusetts.; Title: A Princess Primer: A Fairy Godmother's Guide to Being a Princess | [
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21,033 | 12 | Grade 3-5Filled with informative tabs, lift-the-flaps, and pop-ups, this highly interactive book acts as a giant grammar lesson. Readers will learn the proper use for commas, semicolons, colons, exclamation points, dashes, and more. The text is funny as well; for example, the section called comma jokes shows how commas change the meaning of sentences: Lets eat the kids begged Mom becomes 'Lets eat, the kids begged Mom. Children will enjoy this book, though its engineering design makes it delicate for heavy circulation. Consider a copy for reference or classroom use.Lisa Gangemi Kropp, Middle Country Public Library, Centereach, NY Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Kate Petty and Jennie Maizels both live in England.; Title: The Perfect Pop-Up Punctuation Book | [
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21,034 | 6 | Peter Linenthal is an artist and photographer. He is the illustrator of numerous books for children and lives in San Francisco, California.; Title: Look at the Animals | [
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21,035 | 2 | While Danzig, an R.N. who has led sibling preparation classes for two decades, and Tilley \ (Growing Up: It's a Girl Thing) seek a spot on a very crowded bookshelf, their practical, straightforward approach merits a look. Focusing on day-to-day living with an infant, the text adopts an unfussy tone that subtly flatters readers as being sensible and mature (relatively speaking). "Babies are small and fragile and strong," writes Danzig. "Watch out for your ears and nose, and don't let your hair get too close." It's also notable that Danzig refers to the infant as "your baby," clearly signaling that the reader has a stake in all this, too. She reinforces the connection by referring readers frequently to their own babyhood: "Can you believe you had to learn to roll over?" Tilley's ink and watercolor cartoons are sunny and empathic in the Laura Cornell mode, and include plenty of visual jokes to encourage anxious kids-and their parents-to bond. Headings on most spreads make this volume eminently browsable-and therefore a handy family resource. --Publishers Weekly, Jan. 2009Stop right here if you are looking for a perfect book to tell children about their new lit\ tle brother or sister. Done in a light-hearted but also matter-of-fact style, this book will answer all of the questions new big siblings have. The book ranges from what babies look like to what they eat to what they can do plus all of the hair pulling and stinky bottoms too. The mix of the sweet with the annoying will prepare children well.Danzig's text is spot on, offering just the right amount of information and leaving nothing to a child's imagination. The tone is exactly right too, filled with humor but staying up front and informative. Tilley's illustrations add a friendly approachable feel to the information, keeping the book light rather than intimidating.A great book for public libraries to have on hand to inform all of the new big brothers and sisters. This would also be a great gift for the new sibling when the pregnancy announcement is made. --Tasha Saecker, Children's Librarian, Director-Elisha D. Smith Public Library (Menasha, WI), Feb. 12, 2009Becoming a big brother or sister is a very big deal in a child's life...try to think of a \ book that discusses infant development on a child friendly level...Well, thanks to Dianne Danzig, Babies Don't Eat Pizza fills in that gap nicely...This is a very sweet (but not saccharine-there's plenty of humor) and respectful book. Kudos to Danzig for noting that some mommies have an operation to get the baby out, and that some babies need to stay in an incubator if they are small or sick. The book empowers children in interaction with their new brother or sister...If you know of a soon-to-be big brother or big sister, get him/her this book. --Jennifer Schultz, Youth Services Librarian, Warrenton Branch of the Fauquier County Public Library System (VA), Feb. 27, 2009Featured as "Parents' Press Pick": ...What do babies do? They sleep, they nurse, they have wacky hair - and so did you, Dianne Danzig explains in this charming, kid-friendly book for ages 3-8. Our resident sibling (Celia, age 3, big sister to Reuben, age 6 months) gave it two thumbs up. So do we. Practical tips for parents too. --Dixie Jordan, Editor/Publisher, Parents' Press (San Francisco Bay Area, CA), March 2009Featured as a "Parents' Press Pick"-"What do babies do? They sleep, they nurse, they have wacky hair-and so did you, Dianne Danzig explains in this charming, kid-friendly book for ages 3-8. Our resident sibling (Celia, age 3, big sister to Reuben, age 6 months) gave it two thumbs up. So do we. Practical tips for parents too." - Dixie Jordan, Editor/Publisher, Parents Press (Berkeley, CA); Title: Babies Don't Eat Pizza: A Big Kids' Book About Baby Brothers and Baby Sisters | [
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21,036 | 2 | *Starred Review* On Career Day, Mrs. Feeny asks the students to stand up and share what their parents do for a living. The class hears about jewelers, UFO hunters, and NASCAR drivers. Then the intrepid narrator shares that her dad changes light bulbs. At first the class ridicules the girl and her father, but when they find out that he changed the Empire State Building's "tippy top" light bulb, a feat involving courage and stamina, they are most impressed. The pacing and rhythm of the text is impeccable, and without being didactic, Kimmel beautifully integrates themes of standing up for yourself, responding to rudeness and bragging, and girls who are talented mathematicians. There is a fair amount of text on each page, but the stylized, cartoon-style illustrations, rendered in clear colors and bold black outlines, nicely extend the plot and show the lighted tower in a dramatic image, spread horizontally across a double-page spread for maximum impact. A great choice for reading aloud with early-elementary students, this title will encourage discussion about careers. And the story is based on fact: there really is a person who changes high-altitude light bulbs in landmark buildings! Carton, DebbieThe pacing and rhyming of the text is impeccable. -Booklist, starred review; Title: The Top Job | [
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21,037 | 0 | Grade 6-8Hannah, 15, her younger brother, and her twin sisters are orphaned when their father dies in fighting for the Union and their mother has a fatal heart attack when bushwhackers assault their home. They leave East Tennessee for Nashville to be with their only relative. When they arrive, they discover that their aunt has died. Homeless but not hopeless, Hannah struggles to keep them alive, and they eventually end up at a refugee camp set up by the Union forces. An army doctor and his wife are quite taken with the twins and offer to adopt them. Hannah wants only to return to their farm but Jasper likes his job with the railroad and wants to make it his life's work. Hannah is torn between her promise to her mother to keep the family together and to do what is best for her siblings. The idea for the book was based on a reenactment of civilian refugee camp life sponsored by the Ladies' Soldiers' Friends Society. However, the value of the story lies not in its historical content but in the description of the mixed emotions and suffering of friends and neighbors who suddenly find themselves on opposite sides of a conflict, the desperation of civilians in wartime, and the unending attempt of a teen to uphold a promise. The book would make for interesting discussions about authority, family bonds, and selflessness.Nancy P. Reeder, Heathwood Hall Episcopal School, Columbia, SC Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.War has torn the soul out of Hannah's little Cumberland Mountain community in east Tennessee. While some neighbors steadfastly support the Confederate cause, Pa has joined the Union army. Mama and 15-year-old Hannah bravely carry on until Mama's sudden death after a nerve-shattering attack of bushwackers. Hannah then embarks on a perilous journey to Nashville with brother Jasper and their young twin sisters, hoping to meet up with an aunt--an iffy prospect at best. When the kids arrive, they find out that Aunt Ellen has passed away. Battling starvation and homelessness, they survive any way they can, at one point gathering cigar butts on the streets for a merchant who reuses the tobacco to roll cheap cigars. Ernst movingly shows that the calamity and upheaval of war extends far beyond the battlefields. Meanwhile, the plucky Hannah gradually beats the odds. Anne O'MalleyCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Hearts of Stone | [
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21,038 | 2 | PreSchool-KEmma is back. After having breakfast with her parents, the little cub lines up her dolls for a day at her very own school. White backgrounds frame the warm watercolor illustrations that offer snapshots of the youngster's activities and provide a suitable space for the simple sentences that appropriately describe them. Emma leads the dolls and clown through their math and ABCs, coloring and music time, and recess. She even gives them a checkup with her doctor's kit before it's time for a field trip to the zoo, where they watch the family cat sleep. Finally, the young bear leads her charges out to the garden where her mother is planting flowers, and a ride in the wheelbarrow leads to the hammock where father is sleeping. After a busy day of being in charge, Emma and her students are ready for naptime with Dad. This delightful picture book will resonate with readers who have taken charge of their toys and their imaginations. Kristine M. Casper, Huntington Public Library, NY Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.PreS-K. Emma, the spirited, irresistible bear first met in Fix-It (1984), returns in a brief story that zeros in on the secret empowerment in make-believe games. After breakfast, Emma wakes her dolls for school and instructs them in numbers, ABCs, and music. She then takes them to the doctor, where she listens to hearts, and to the zoo ("See the Big Cat sleeping?" Emma asks, as she shows her dolls the family pet, luxuriating in an armchair). Finally, Emma, exhausted from supervising her brood, climbs into the hammock with her dad for a nap. McPhail's watercolors are as expressive and winsome as ever, and the short sentences, printed in bold type, are just right for read-alouds or for emerging readers to follow along. Most children will easily recognize the satisfying power twist in Emma's games, which upend the authority in familiar daily events and put the child in charge. Gillian EngbergCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Emma in Charge | [
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21,039 | 1 | Three lovable little dragons from the Dutton Easy Readers series that began with Good Night, Good Knight (2000) now appear in a large-format picture book. When a friendly old wizard asks them to watch his cats while he is gone, they readily agree. Later, unable to read his instructions, the preliterate dragons are baffled but still game. They pore over his illustrated message, guess at the words, and use clues from the pictures he has drawn, but they wildly mistake his meanings. In one case, they imagine that a pool of water means "take the cats swimming" rather than "give the cats fresh water." Well suited to reading aloud, the story is written with a keen ear for language and a good understanding of what makes young children laugh. Meisel's ink-and-watercolor illustrations, full of lively details, are as entertaining as the story. Sure to please the not-reading-quite-yet set as well as the many fans of the previous books. Carolyn PhelanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reservedPaul Meisel always loved to draw, but he also liked shooting hoops with his friends and trying to pitch a no-hitter in little league. He has illustrated more than 70 books, some of which he's also written. Paul won a 2012 ALSC Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor for his picture bookSee Me Run.; Title: Take Care, Good Knight | [
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21,040 | 11 | Grade 4-8This handsome volume highlights 16 individuals who have worked to improve conditions for others through their words and actions. Included are writers, philosophers, Civil Rights advocates, and politicians, many of whom are Nobel Peace Prize recipients. The book focuses on celebrated individuals such as John Fitzgerald Kennedy, Martin Luther King, Jr., Eleanor Roosevelt, Cesar Chavez, and Elie Wiesel. Also covered are those newer to recognition, such as Wangari Maathai, who works for conservation in Kenya, and Aung San Suu Kyi, who fights for democracy in Myanmar. The well-written, single-page vignettes provide an interesting glimpse into the lives of these people and will pique readers curiosity and encourage them to learn more. Each biography is surrounded by an eye-catching border and faces a full-page illustration and quote from the subject. Made from fabric, etchings, watercolor, and found objects, the collages reflect Zalbens interpretation of these individuals, and the appended notes explain the various symbols and materials in the pictures. For example, Mahatma Gandhis entry mentions his 1930 Salt March to end an unfair law, while the illustration depicts an abstract beach scene sprinkled with real sea salt, and Indian paper borders the text. The accomplished, vibrant artwork and the graceful narrative clearly express each persons character, approach to life, and accomplishments, making this an enticing introduction to a diverse group of peacemakers.Hope Marie Cook, Eastern Connecticut State University, Willimantic Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Gr. 4-7. In one-page biographies, Zalben profiles 16 world peacemakers, ranging from Emerson, Gandhi, and King to Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, a political prisoner in Myanmar, who remains under house arrest. Beautiful collage borders frame the text, and opposite each biography is a full-page picture, a composition of watercolors, photography, cut paper, and found objects, that expresses the individuality of the activist. Zalben's brief, fascinating art notes at the back explain her choice of^B materials for each picture. The focus is very upbeat. In fact, the piece about Anne Frank gets downright mushy, and the picture for Princess Diana, a heart with roses and a beatific child, looks like a greeting card. Better are the illustrations for Chavez, a collage of parents and children picking crops under the sun, and for John F. Kennedy, a sailboat skimming an open sea under starry skies. Readers will be moved by Zalben's comments, which reveal that many of her subjects trace their activism from a challenge, an event, or individual they encountered during childhood. A glossary, a bibliography noting a few titles for each individual, and a list of general resources are appended. Hazel RochmanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Paths to Peace: People Who Changed the World | [
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21,041 | 0 | Grade 5-8In alternating free verse, two Mohawk sisters tell of their lives at the Carlisle Indian School near the turn of the 20th century. Carvell uses the experiences of her husband's family, and research from the Cumberland County Historical Society, to relate the stories of Mattie and Sarah. After their mother's death, their father sadly dispatches them to the boarding school, where the siblings cling to their language and a few precious items as the rest of their culture is stripped away from them. They long for family, for friendship, and for home, but their attempts to obtain any of these things result in a tragic and true-to-life ending. The inner-thought narratives allow readers to connect with the characters. Though the voices are nearly identical, making it difficult sometimes to tell the girls apart, and the voice of African-American Mr. Davis is awkwardly and inconsistently colloquial, Carvell has put together a compelling, authentic, and sensitive portrayal of a part of our history that is still not made accurately available to young readers. All libraries will want this title on their shelves.Nina Lindsay, Oakland Public Library, CA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.*Starred Review* Gr. 7-10. Mattie and Sarah try to be good when their father, a Mohawk, sends them to Pennsylvania's Carlisle Indian Boarding School at the turn of the twentieth century. He believes it's best, but the children suffer cruel abuse. Mattie, falsely accused of stealing, is beaten and publicly shamed, and things only get worse. The sisters tell their story in alternating first-person, free-verse narratives, which reveal their close bond, their longing for home, and the vicious pressure to assimilate (Mrs. Dwyer says, "if we work hard, we will be as good as white people"). A few adults are kind, and the sisters make new friends, but the vicious school director encourages bullying and betrayal. The girls' voices sometimes sound similar, but different typefaces make it easy to tell who is speaking, and readers will be deeply moved by the sisters' loving connection in a world of cruel authority. Carvell based the story on the experiences of the members of her husband's Mohawk family, four of whom attended Carlisle. The gripping drama of displacement and forced assimilation has much in common with some of the immigration stories reviewed elsewhere in this issue (see the Immigration Spotlight section, beginning on p.1955). Hazel RochmanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Sweetgrass Basket | [
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21,042 | 2 | Grade 1-3Early each morning, with her orange-striped cat at her side, Sally opens up her pizzeria. Before her customers arrive, she chops, stirs, and simmers her sauce; measures, mixes, and kneads her dough; and then assembles the delectable pies. Once they are in the oven, they fill her shop with a mouth-watering aroma. Soon hungry children surround her. Neighbors begin to call in their orders, but eating pizza right here at Sally's Pizzeria is best of all. At the end of a long, busy day, Sally and her cat enjoy a slice themselves. Cheerful, precisely composed gouache paintings accented with photo collages of fresh ingredients add warmth and humor to the story. Sally is a jolly, rosy-cheeked woman with an unwavering smile on her open face. Her amusing cat is depicted kneading and tossing the dough along with her, which will make readers chuckle. Children who like to help out in the kitchen will enjoy trying out the recipe included in the back.Linda L. Walkins, Mount Saint Joseph Academy, Brighton, MA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.PreS-K. Young pizza lovers will enjoy this charmingly illustrated story about the pizza-making process. Pizzeria owner Sally grows her own tomatoes and makes tomato sauce. Then she makes dough, layers ingredients on it, and bakes the pizza. Finally, to the delight of eager customers, everyone can eat. On each left-hand page, the text, featuring short sentences and basic vocabulary, is set within pizza-shaped white space ringed by items related to the story; opposite is a full-page picture showing Sally at work.^B Simply drawn cartoonlike illustrations, in bold, cheerful colors and patterns, fill the pages, incorporating occasional scanned images (pizza, tomatoes) for contrast and texture. There are numerous items to identify, from utensils to ingredients, though some details are puzzling (if Sally grows her own tomatoes, why do canned tomatoes figure prominently in visuals?). Still, young ones will appreciate the vibrant art and equally bubbly overview. The appended pizza recipe will get readers and listeners into the kitchen for more fun. Shelle RosenfeldCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Pizza at Sally's | [
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21,043 | 20 | Elsa Warnick is the illustrator of several books for children. She lives in Portland, Oregon.; Title: This Is What I Pray Today: Divine Hours Prayers For Children | [
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21,044 | 12 | Monica Wellington was born in London and lived in Europe until she moved tothe United States at age seven. As a child she always loved to draw andpaint, but it wasn't until she went to college that she realized she wantedto be an artist for her profession. She went to the University of Michigan'sSchool of Art to earn her BFA and studied pottery, painting and printmaking.After art school, while traveling and living in a number of differentcountries, she had various art related jobs, which were all good backgroundand preparation for doing children's books.She has both written and illustrated the majority of her books. She says,"I usually start a book visually, with an idea of what I want to paintpictures about. The pictures may come first before the words for me. Boththe pictures and words go through many revisions, and I am often stillworking on the final words after I finish the pictures."She says that doing children?s books is great. "I get to have a job where Ispend my days doing totally what I love to do. And it is very gratifyingthat my work goes out into the world and is shared with other people. Ifeel incrediably lucky for all this!"Since 1994 she has taught illustration at the School of Visual Arts. Shelives in New York City with her daughter Lydia.; Title: Truck Driver Tom | [
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21,045 | 1 | Grade 2-4McCartney joins the ranks of celebrity authors with his first childrens book. Wirral the squirrel sets off to find Animalia, a tropical animal sanctuary. He knows of it from his mother, who is crushed to death when bulldozers begin mowing down the Woodland. With her dying breath, she urges him to find the fabled island. His quest takes him to Megatropolis, a loud, polluted city, where he sees animals imprisoned in factories and learns of a plot to destroy Animalia. With the help of his friends Froggo and Wilhamina, Wirral finds the island and leads the animals of the Woodland and Megatropolis to a happy, if predictable, end. Ardaghs writing style and humor are evident, although some of the jokes fall flat. The cartoon illustrations resemble animation cels reduced to fit the books pages, with the result that occasionally Wirral and his friends become lost in the surrounding scenery. Due to its length and vocabulary, the book will appeal to children who are ready for long read-alouds or beginning chapter books.Suzanne Myers Harold, Multnomah County Library System, Portland, OR Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Paul McCartney's lifelong interest in children's storytelling grew out of his love of classic Disney. He has created a number of award-winning animated films in collaboration with Geoff Dunbar, including Tuesday, based on the book by David Wiesner, and Tropic Island Hum, which features characters from this book.Geoff Dunbar, the artist who created the illustrations for High in the Clouds, is one of the world's finest animation directors. Among the many awards for film and television he has received are two British Academy of Film and Television Arts awards (BAFTAs), a BAFTA nomination, and a Palme d'Or at Cannes.Philip Ardagh is a bestselling children's author whose books have received widespread critical acclaim throughout the world. His work is now translated into twenty-seven languages.; Title: High in the Clouds | [
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21,046 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 1Oliver and Emily Boxwood, bunny siblings from a popular line of greeting cards, figurines, etc., are thrilled to wake up on a snow-down-your-neck day, a play-till-your-toes-are froze day! After school is canceled, they set off to Windy Hill to try out Oliver's new red toboggan. With youthful enthusiasm and single-minded focus, the bunnies are oblivious to the fact that many animals' homes were damaged in the storm. Oliver has a hard time sharing his prized sled, and Emily grumpily retaliates, pelting him with snowballs from her frozen fortress. At lunch, their mother's gentle reminder that Sharing is a special pleasureGiving makes for twice the treasure. sinks in and they rise to the occasion by assisting the squirrels to rebuild their home. While the message is a bit heavy-handed, the characters' realistic emotions and the credible nature of the sibling relationship temper the point. The heavy, embossed pages with blue filigree borders nicely frame the Victorian-style watercolor illustrations that are nostalgic and endearing, making this title a good choice for cozy lap reading.Piper L. Nyman, formerly at Fairfield Civic Center Library, CA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Paul Kortepeter is a teacher. He lives in Indianapolis, Indiana, with his wife and children.Susan Wheeler lives in the Texas Hill Country with her husband and four children.; Title: Oliver's Red Toboggan (Holly Pond Hill) | [
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21,047 | 2 | Grade 2-4–Written to honor the 60th anniversary of the film by the actor who played Tommy Bailey, this original story places his character in the limelight while merely rehashing the plot of the movie. As a young boy, he, like his father George, intervenes in a few situations to improve the course of people's lives. Then, at 11, Tommy misplaces the money that his sixth-grade class collected for the library fund and, feeling desperate, runs to the town bridge, wishing he'd never been born. Magically, a novice angel appears to show him how many lives he has touched, and the rest is predictable. The film's charitable themes are adequately transposed to the book, and the illustrations nicely convey the tale's old-fashioned wholesomeness. However, with a film as beloved and widely available as this one, it is hard to imagine why anyone would need this rather superfluous book. Gathering up the family and watching the holiday classic has sufficed for the last 60 years; it might be just as good a choice now.–Teri Markson, Los Angeles Public Library Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Jimmy Hawkins played the part of Tommy Bailey in Frank Capras film Its a Wonderful Life. He lives in Los Angeles.Douglas B. Jones lives in Nelson, British Columbia.; Title: It's a Wonderful Life for Kids | [] | Validation |
21,048 | 2 | Kindergarten-Grade 3After extensive research, Scrooge-like Alfie F. Snorklepuss tries to prove to his sister and the world that There's no such thing as Santa Claus. However, on Christmas Eve, Santa whisks the boy off to his North Pole workshop where all is revealed, and Alfie returns home on Christmas Day a believer as well as a nicer brother. Children will relate to Noelle's feelings when her brother tries to discourage her belief in Santa, and cheer when he is proven wrong. However, Alfie's saying that he will be a nicer big brother at the end of the story seems overstated and a bit preachy, and there are also some confusing moments when scenes are not adequately described. Whimsical and expressive brush-and-ink color cartoon illustrations capture great emotion in the characters' faces and body language. Bjrkman's inclusion of details such as a laptop computer brings this story into the modern age, yet retains the old-fashioned sentiment. An additional read-aloud for storytime, sharing at bedtime, or independent reading.Maureen Wade, Los Angeles Public Library Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Kids will be drawn to Bjorkman's loose watercolor-and-ink illustrations...Alfie F. Snorklepuss is a newly minted winner -- Kirkus ReviewsThis sweet story would make a nice addition to Christmas stories for young readers. -- Wee Ones MagazineYour children will love this story. -- MyShelf.com; Title: Santa Knows | [
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21,049 | 2 | Starred Review. A familiar story line becomes unexpectedly moving in the experienced hands of Cooper (The Golden Rule) and Muoz (Just Another Morning). Kindergarten is on the horizon, and despite the concerns of his family (hipster Uncle Matt is the lone exception), Jake shows no indication of stopping his round-the-clock thumb-sucking. Why should he? When it came to doing things with one thumb occupied, Jake was a master, writes Cooper (the keenly observant Muoz even shows Jake dexterously putting on a sock with a single hand). But when a kindergarten bully has everyone calling him a thumb-sucker, Jake realizes the stakes have suddenly gotten much, much higher. Cooper never rushes her storytellingmany of the pages have big chunks of textbut every word counts as she illuminates the various psychological dynamics. Her emotional acuity is a perfect match for Muoz, whose watercolors convey a seemingly effortless physicality, immediacy and empathy. Ages 3up. (July) Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Ilene Cooper is the award-winning author of many books for young readers, as well as a book reviewer for ALA Booklist. She lives in Chicago.Claudio Muoz is the illustrator of several childrens picture books. He lives in England.; Title: Jake's Best Thumb | [
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21,050 | 2 | Grade 35A talking dog, a housecleaning robot, and a three-dimensional "data orb" are among the many cool features that kids might enjoy in the future, according to this lighthearted look at 2030. The breezy narrative follows one boy through a typical day, highlighting many interesting aspects of his world. Fanciful cartoon drawings show a lively and appealing world full of new and intriguing activities that correspond neatly to modern equivalents. Schools are now made from plasticized blocks that snap together, for example, while recess features virtual batting practice and a "smart trampoline." Recreational activities include magnetized hovering skateboards and a virtual-reality "Fanta-trek Center." Some social changes are briefly noted, such as new career paths and the increase of marriages between different ethnicities. Interaction with the natural world is not mentioned, although many of the new technologies have eco-friendly components and the food is all meatless and delicious. Illustrated sidebars provide a bit of additional information or background, but the emphasis here is more on what new technologies will do, rather than how they will work. The one exception to the fun comes in an inset paragraph about overpopulation and starvation in Africa, a jarring bit of realism in this otherwise worry-free existence. The day ends with a neat twist as the boy reaches for his favorite type of entertainment, which the final page turn reveals as "reading a book."Steven Engelfried, Multnomah County Library, OR Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.For any librarian whos been stumped by a childs request for a book about the future, not science fictionthe real future, this nonfiction picture book comes riding to the rescue, at least for a couple of decades. On each page or spread, a clearly written paragraph or two explains whats different in the year 2030, including the school constructed from large Lego-like blocks and the wristwatch that beams your temperature, blood pressure, and feelings to your doctors office. Following a boy through his day, colorful, somewhat cartoonlike paintings create a strong sense of action within a convincing future cityscape, peopled by smiling folks enjoying advanced technology. Kids will want to show their friends features such as the skateboard park with its magnetically hovering smart boards. Appended bibliography and acknowledgments sections note dozens of books, articles, reports, and individuals consulted regarding technological innovations. With jacket art thats sure to draw readers, this book will easily find its audience. Grades K-3. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: 2030: A Day in the Life of Tomorrow's Kids | [
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21,051 | 0 | Kindergarten-Grade 4The detail and rich colors of Schuett's paintings lend an appropriately realistic tone to this tale of two girls, a lighthouse keeper's daughters, who outwit British sailors during the War of 1812. Although fictionalized, Krensky's account is based on Rebecca and Abigail Bates, teenage sisters who later attained local fame for their successful ploy. Alone at the Scituate light, they are able to convince an approaching enemy vessel that there is danger on shore by suggesting the presence of marching soldiers. By hiding in the woods and playing "Yankee Doodle" on their fife and drum, they trick the British into retreating. With its wartime background, brisk plot, and crisp sentences, this original and suspenseful hero tale will engage independent readers and also captivate the storytime crowd. Use it with Emily Arnold McCully's The Battle for St. Michaels (HarperCollins, 2002) and Susan Bartoletti's The Flag Maker (Houghton, 2004) or with Peter Roop's Keep the Lights Burning, Abbie (Carolrhoda, 1985) or Deborah Hopkinson's Birdie's Lighthouse (S & S,1997).Gloria Koster, West School, New Canaan, CT Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.The Scituate Lighthouse looked over the shoreline south of Boston. During the War of 1812, the lighthouse keeper was Simon, who lived next door with his family. Daughters Rebecca and Abbiepolished the windows and fittings and listened to their fathers stories about ships and storms. One day, when the girls are left alone,they see a British warship on the prowl. Scared and unsure what to doif the soldiers come ashore,Rebecca comes up with a radical plan: she will play Yankee Doodle Dandy on her flute, while Abbie pounds thedrum. The music, usuallyplayed at the beginning of a skirmish,convinces the soldiers that troops are waiting, causing them to turn tail and run. Krenskys fine tellingis well matchedby Schuettsillustrations, which are especiallyeffective incapturing the colors of the sea andsky. Slightly less successful are Schuetts figures,particularly the soldiers, who look almost comical.Overall,an appealingslice of American history and a tribute to everyday heroes. Grades 1-3. --Ilene Cooper; Title: Sisters of Scituate Light | [
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21,052 | 16 | Best known for her Skippyjon Jones series, Judy Schachner has illustrated many of her own stories, including the much-lovedGrannymanand its companion book,Bits & Pieces. She lives in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania.; Title: Skippyjon Jones: Color Crazy | [
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21,053 | 16 | Kindergarten-Grade 2This counting book depicts 10 mice who are out collecting food. They encounter obstacles on the way that cause them to drop some of it. As the story progresses, readers are asked to identify the numbers of cherries, acorns, ears of corn, etc., after each incident. However, the questions are occasionally confusing. For example, "How many pieces of food fell into the stream?" could be interpreted differently due to the placement of items. The questions are in small font and obscurely placed on each spread. The appealing mixed-media collages of scanned fabrics provide interesting patterns and textures, but are a bit busy for a counting book.Jessica Lamarre, Medford Public Library, MA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Ten hungry mice find a food-gathering expedition unexpectedly eventful in this charmingly illustrated counting-based book. Food abounds, cherries to acorns, but getting itand themselveshome isn't easy as the mice encounter three cherry-loving cows, a fish leaping from the stream they're crossing, and a fox and owl from whom they must escape. Ultimately and happily, the mice return safely to their cozy tree-stump home, with food for all. Straightforward, descriptive sentences head each spread; a short, usually counting-related question appears within the illustration (e.g., "Can you count to ten?" or "How many pieces of food did the mice drop?"). The delightful, collage-like, full-page art layers rich hues and textures as it depicts the soft gray mice, often in lively close-ups (the intensely expressive fox and owl may be somewhat scary for younger ones). Children will find many counting and seek-and-find opportunities and cheer on the mice in their often suspenseful, snack-driven sojourn. Rosenfeld, Shelle; Title: How Many Mice? | [
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21,054 | 18 | Gr 3-5-Lazarus, born into a life of privilege in New York City in 1849, loved poetry from a very young age. First inspired and later taught via correspondence by Ralph Waldo Emerson, she heeded what her mentor called "listening to the whisper of the voice within" and filled up countless notebooks with poetry. "Words grew, and images took shape"; this recurring expression describing Lazarus's creative process is symbolized by a corresponding motif of stylized swirls and stars superimposed on the expressive pen-and-ink/watercolor illustrations. As Lazarus became aware of the plight of throngs of Russian Jewish immigrants pouring into New York Harbor, her writing became "fueled by anger at injustice, pride in her heritage, and hope for a better world" as she became a passionate humanitarian. When France sent a new statue called "Liberty Enlightening the World" to the United States, Lazarus was invited to submit a poem to help raise funds at auction for the purchase of a pedestal. She drew upon her hopes and dreams for the many immigrants she had helped to craft her poem "The New Colossus." This short biography goes into greater detail about her development and life as a writer than Linda Glaser's Emma's Poem: The Voice of the Statue of Liberty (Houghton, 2010). The evocative illustrations marry well with this accessible, appealing story of a woman both ahead of her time and an important American writer who left a lasting literary legacy to every United States citizen.-Kathleen Finn, St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski, VT (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.A well-known poet in her day, Emma Lazarus was initially hesitant to pen the poem that would make her famous, The New Colossus, which is engraved on the base of the Statue of Liberty as well as in history books and hearts. But her dedication to the plight of immigrant Russian Jews and to listening to her own whisper of the voice deep within ultimately inspired her message to the huddled masses yearning to breathe free. In a straightforward and smooth narrative style, Silverman, author of the popular Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa series, tells the story of Lazarus life and work. The accompanying ink-and-watercolor illustrations serve the historical setting, characters, and plot well, although distracting, psychedelic patterns follow Lazarus across a few pages. A final biographical note and bibliography close this title that will partner well with Linda Glasers Emmas Poem: The Voice of the Statue of Liberty (2010). Grades 1-3. --Andrew Medlar; Title: Liberty's Voice: the Emma Lazarus Story | [
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21,055 | 18 | Grade 36Brief profiles of 20 individuals from Haym Solomon to Daniel Pearl. Famous and lesser-known figures are included, such as Albert Einstein and Rachel Frank, who preached sermons nearly a century before women were accepted as rabbis. While they varied widely in their adherence to Jewish practice, these individuals were (or are) committed to social justice. Accompanying portraits were done in a variety of styles and media in the spirit of the biographees' accomplishments. For instance, the portrait of Levi Strauss, who invented blue jeans, is painted on denim. The one of Emma Lazarus incorporates words from "The New Colossus." The approach is creative and expressive, although potentially confusing for literal-minded young readers. The text is clearly written, but the brevity of each profile necessarily means that details are glossed over and that minimal social or historical context is provided. While the life stories are a little dry, Drucker's admiration for each person comes through loud and clear, and may drive readers to seek out fuller biographies. Back matter extends the book's usefulness as a report starter. A perfect resource for Jewish American Heritage Month in May or Jewish Book Month in November.Heidi Estrin, Feldman Children's Library at Congregation B'nai Israel, Boca Raton, FL Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.From Albert Einstein and Bella Abzug to Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Hank Greenberg, and Steven Spielberg, this invitingly illustrated collective biography celebrates20 Jewish American heroes in all their diversity: their lives and work,the obstacles they overcame,their strong American roots, andtheir pride in being Jewish.The nicely designed volume includes full-page portraits of the subjects in various media: Levi Strauss is painted on denim; Einstein isdepicted in acollage; astronaut Judith Arlene Resnik is seen witha spaceship in the background. Though theprofiles never show a fault or failure, Druckers eloquent, chatty style opens up big issues about Judaism as a source of idealism andfor a just, compassionate society. The bibliography and the Jewish American history time line will lead interested readers on to more information. Grades 3-6. --Hazel Rochman; Title: Portraits of Jewish American Heroes | [
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21,056 | 1 | From the Sylvia Jean series, this picture book reveals that the main character is an avid Pig Scout. When the troop leader challenges her scouts to earn the Good-Deed Badge, Sylvia Jean reacts with overenthusiasm. She attempts to help a neighbor with a twisted ankle, but her visit ends in catastrophe (and a doctors order to stay away). Still, coming up with a sneaky strategy, she helps while wearing disguises, an idea that suits her character as developed in Sylvia Jean, Drama Queen (2005). Well-chosen words and expressive pictures work together to tell this comical story seamlessly. A childlike crowd-pleaser. Preschool-Grade 2. --Carolyn Phelan"Ernst's scenes feature her signature pastel palette even as humorous details advance the energetic tale." --Kirkus; Title: Sylvia Jean, Scout Supreme | [
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21,057 | 0 | PreSchool-Grade 1These 40 poems and songs offer children a taste of many different cultures. Most are anonymous or traditional nursery rhymes; a few are by English or American poets. The tone is light and joyous. Sweet illustrations of babies and toddlers engaged in playful activities depict the universality of children everywhere. Similar in style to Chorao's The Baby's Playtime Book (2006); The Baby's Book of Baby Animals (2004); The Baby's Lap Book (1990), and The Baby's Good Morning Book (1986, all Dutton), this is an appealing volume to share with preschoolers.Sally R. Dow, Ossining Public Library, NY Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Veteran author-illustrator Chorao brings little ones poems and rhymes from around the world in this attractive offering. A poem from Poland tells of Lizzie, a spinning top, for whom the dancing never stops. A haiku-like poem from Korea describes a boy sweeping up peach blossoms. It ends, Fallen flowers are flowers still; / Dont brush them away. That piece appears opposite a bit from The Tempest about blossoms on a bough. Many of the spreads fall under an umbrella idea, like rain (pun intended). Sometimes its the artwork that brings the concept together. For instance, The Shadow Rabbit, from Germany, shows a mother and child making shadow art; the kids on the facing page are doing the same, though their rhyme, Ten Fingers, is more general. Most of the text pieces are so short they can be used with very young children, who will be taken by the wordplay as well as the sunny pictures. Preschool-Grade 2. --Ilene Cooper; Title: Rhymes 'Round the World | [
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21,058 | 1 | Grade 35Obi is content with her simple life in a cageor apartment, as she likes to think of itcared for by her human owner, Rachel. Then one day, Rachel's family leaves for vacation. Tad, a neighbor, comes to feed their many pets, but he seems to have forgotten that the gerbil exists. Obi doesn't know how long the Armstrongs will be gone, and she's starving. Thus begins her quest for freedom, food, and to find out if Rachel really cared enough to leave Tad a note to feed her. Along the way, Obi hilariously confronts three sadistic cats, a harebrained parrot, a menacing tarantula and snake, and a paranoid squirrel who thinks Obi is a jailed criminal. The house also holds a surprisea wise old mouse who has been keeping an eye on Obi through all of her escapades. He offers to help her, but at the expense of her loyalty to Rachel. Throughout each new challenge, readers feel Obi's terror, joy, and surprise, which are all written with a sense of fun. The chapters are peppered with black-and-white illustrations and are very short, which adds appeal for younger and reluctant readers. This is a laugh-out-loud story.Jane Cronkhite, San Jose Public Library, CA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Obi, a young gerbil named for the Jedi knight in Star Wars, lives a cushy existence with the Armstrongs until they go on vacation, leaving a neighbor boy to feed all the pets. Unfortunately, Tad doesnt know about Obi(headphones prevent him from hearing her frantic yelps), so he doesnt feed her. Hungry Obi finally breaks out of her cage, beginning an adventure that takes her to the attic (where she meets an elderly mouse who shows her secret passageways and escape routes); the kitchen (home to three particularly nasty cats); anda bedroom, where she finds a boa constrictor and a tarantula. Themes of self-reliance and loyalty are woven into the story as Obi learns to assert herself, take care of her needs, andreassure herselfthat her owner, Rachel, did not forget about her care. Small, black line drawings add drama and emotion to a book thatwill be popular with young pet lovers; the ending hints at more Obi stories to come. Grades 2-4. --Kay Weisman; Title: Obi, Gerbil on the Loose | [
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21,059 | 0 | Starred Review. Grade 3–6—This appealing collection based on fairy tales is a marvel to read. It is particularly noteworthy because the poems are read in two ways: up and down. They are reverse images of themselves and work equally well in both directions. "Mirror Mirror" is chilling in that Snow White, who is looking after the Seven Dwarves, narrates the first poem of the pair. Read in reverse, it is the wicked queen who is enticing Snow White to eat the apple that will put her to sleep forever. "In the Hood" is as crafty as the wolf who tells of his delightful anticipation of eating Red Riding Hood. The mirrored poem is Red Riding Hood reminding herself not to dally since Grandma awaits. The vibrant artwork is painterly yet unfussy and offers hints to the characters who are narrating the poems. An endnote shows children how to create a "reverse" poem. This is a remarkably clever and versatile book that would work in any poetry or fairy-tale unit. A must-have for any library.—Joan Kindig, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.*Starred Review* This ingenious book of reversos, or poems which have one meaning when read down the page and perhaps an altogether different meaning when read up the page, toys with and reinvents oh-so-familiar stories and characters, from Cinderella to the Ugly Duckling. The five opening lines of the Goldilocks reverso read: Asleep in cubs bed / Blonde / startled by / Bears, / the headline read. Running down the page side-by-side with this poem is a second, which ends with: Next day / the headline read: / Bears startled / by blonde / asleep in cubs bed. The 14 pairs of poemseasily distinguished by different fonts and background colorsallow changes only in punctuation, capitalization, and line breaks, as Singer explains in an authors note about her invented poetic form. It is a form that is both challenging and funrather like creating and solving a puzzle. Singer also issues an invitation for readers to try to write their own reversos on any topic. Matching the cleverness of the text, Masses deep-hued paintings create split images that reflect the twisted meaning of the irreverently witty poems and brilliantly employ artistic elements of form and shapeCinderellas clock on one side morphs to the moon on the other. A must-purchase that will have readers marveling over a visual and verbal feast. Grades 2-5. --Patricia Austin; Title: Mirror Mirror: A Book of Reverso Poems | [
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21,060 | 11 | PreSchool-Grade 2This companion to The Milkman (Dutton, 2005) follows the Benson family after they move to an apple farm on the bay. As the parents and children rush to pack their truck with produce for the farmer's market, they neglect to feed their cow. In their hurry, they drive off without closing the gate. As they set up their booth, they become aware of a disturbance among the other stalls. Their hungry cow has followed them and is wreaking havoc. After feeding her some apples, helping other sellers clean up the mess, and packing up, the Bensons' day is tagged a success. Once again, Cordsen's taut writing has a rolling rhyming scheme that does not miss a beat. Paired with Jones's charming vintage-style illustrations, the story transports readers to a simple time in a bucolic place. One might expect to find Sal gathering blueberries down the road. Choose this as an appealing read-aloud for farm or apple themes.Mary Hazelton, Elementary Schools in Warren & Waldoboro, ME Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.*Starred Review* From the talented duo who broughtyoung readersThe Milkman (2005) comes a tale as funny as it is well crafted. The Benson family oversleeps. Thats too bad, because its market day, and the apples wont pick themselves. The truck needs to be loaded, and in all the hubbub everyone forgets to feed the cow. Thatsalso too badvery bad, in factaschildren soon see. Its not often that words and art mesh as well as they do here; Cordsens rhythmic text (which scans beautifully) gives a deadpan telling of the goings-on, while the full-page paintings capture all excitementof trouble .. . coming closer, on the double. Sharp-eyedkids will see the source of thedifficulty in the glimpse of a tail as pies are knocked over,worms for bait come tumbling out of their cans, and handmade crafts fly through the air. Not allchildren willrealize who the culprit is until the end, when the Bensons feedtheir cowbut while awaiting the disclosure, theyllenjoy the retro-style artwork, which mixes striking compositions with tints of glowing peach, vegetable green, honey yellow, and other luscious colors.A delightful read-aloudfor lapsitters or groups. Preschool-Grade 1. --Ilene Cooper; Title: Market Day | [] | Train |
21,061 | 2 | Sue Harris has written several books for young children. She lives in Sussex, England, with her husband and their baby son.Stephanie Boey is the illustrator of many childrens books, including The Little Penguin. She lives in London.; Title: The Little Seal | [
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21,062 | 15 | Linda Bleck lives in Mequon, Wisconsin.; Title: A New Beginning | [
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21,063 | 1 | Kindergarten-Grade 2Eldon and Petunia live in a sty on the castle grounds. As they watch the royal carriage pass by, he dreams of living the princely life because "princes live in luxury, and they always get the girl. What's not to like about that?" Fairy Miranda appears and says she can break Eldon's spell. All he has to do is kiss his true love. He is thrilled; Petunia is skeptical. As the porker sets off to find his true love, she follows behind. He tries to sneak a kiss from cinder girl Ella, Lady Aurora at the spinning wheel, and Mother Goose herself. In all cases, his advances are badly received. As he's looking at his reflection in the lake and bemoaning his fate, he doesn't see Petunia sneaking up behind him. Her kiss startles him and he falls into the mud hole. When he asks what that was for, she responds, "You just don't get it, do you?" It takes him a while, but he does get it and ventures back to the sty where Petunia is waiting. Fairy Miranda, it turns out, was looking for a frog, not a hog. The large acrylic illustrations are perfect for the story. The animal faces are expressive and the backgrounds are lush. This is a great read-aloud that cheerfully fractures many fairy tales all at once.Ieva Bates, Ann Arbor District Library, MI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.[The Hog Prince] stands out for its read-aloud potential, references to other beloved characters and timeless message--be happy with who you are. --Kirkus ReviewsThe large acrylic illustrations are perfect for the story. The animal faces are expressive and the backgrounds are lush. This is a great read-aloud that cheerfully fractures many fairy tales all at once. --School Library Journal; Title: The Hog Prince | [
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21,064 | 2 | Judy Schachner lives in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania.; Title: Willy and May | [
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21,065 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 2Two mice brothers have nothing in common except for their mutual dislike. Pip the painter is distracted by Squeak's singing, and Squeak can't stand the smell of his sibling's paints. They live in opposite sides of a large house and avoid crossing paths whenever possible. At their annual party, each brother presents his work to his friends while the other refuses to participate. One year, their efforts to outdo each other culminate in such a disaster that they find themselves working together to recover it. In the process, they reconcile their differences and throw the best party ever. The watercolor illustrations are filled with witty and whimsical details of small mice living among full-size human objects. A tricycle tire becomes a Ferris wheel, and a Chapstick tube is the post at the end of a banister. The writing is clear and clever. Chairs tipped, pictures flipped, music ripped. 'EEK!' Squeak squawked. 'YEEK!' Pip yipped. The lyricism of the text will make this a satisfying read-aloud, and the clever details in the art make it a satisfying read-alone.Amelia Jenkins, Juneau Public Library, AK Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Kate Duke has written and illustrated many books for children. She and her husband live in New Haven, Connecticut.; Title: The Tale of Pip and Squeak | [
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21,066 | 16 | A read-aloud with an Aussie accent, this bouncy rhyming tale of wandering wombats delivers age-appropriate suspense as well as a countdown. Six roly-poly brown wombats stroll, single file, in a dusty desert: They didn't see the dingo with the hungry eye,/ 'I've a hunch my lunch just walked on by!' One by one, the wombats bringing up the rear stop to pick a gum nut or listen to a kookaburra bird, and the party diminishes (and then there were five). Shields (Lunch Money) does not reveal their fate, and readers will suspect the worst. In sandy watercolor hues, Blackall (Meet Wild Boars) individuates the plump, bearish wombats via accessories, like a paper hat or string of beads, while the swaggering dingo favors a pipe. She lets the foxy-orange dingo's pointy ears or long, sinister nose protrude from behind gray rocks and twisted trees; kids will enjoy hunting the villain in her offbeat, detailed spreads.A glossary demystifies the lingo from Oz. Ages 35. (Mar.) Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Starred Review. Kindergarten-Grade 2This fun glimpse of the Australian outback is written in a rhyming text that's a joy to read aloud. Six woolly wombats go on a walkabout, and the dingo that spots them is sure that he's just discovered his lunch. One by one, a wombat strays from the others until only Jen and Jack are left. Hiding by the trail, they spy the dingo with a large sack that's jumping about. Immediately they make a pit trap and lure the unsuspecting dingo into it. Four thankful wombats escape and six happy wombats walk back home two by two for tea. The meanings of the Aussie words are easily understood from the context, but the short glossary found before the story is still nice to have. The illustrations, which are bathed in pale browns, yellows, oranges, and blues, are an excellent complement to the text. Blackall uses a "less is more" approach to the art that successfully allows readers to focus on the animals, their expressions, and the flora around them. Since the wombats tend to look alike, the artist has adorned each of them with one accessory to give them individuality. This delightful story with its themes of friendship and nature could be perfectly paired with Jackie French's Diary of a Wombat (Clarion, 2003) and Mem Fox's Koala Lou (Harcourt, 1989) for an Australian-themed storytime.Catherine Callegari, Gay-Kimball Library, Troy, NH Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: Wombat Walkabout | [
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21,067 | 2 | A sweet, soothing selection for bedtime sharing. -- School Library JournalEmma Dodd is the author and illustrator of many books for children. She lives in London, England.; Title: Just Like You (Templar Books (Dutton Children's Books)) | [
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21,068 | 18 | "Feisty narration paired with amusing illustrations makes light of sticky situations . . . A pleasingly lucid look at a complicated relationship."--Kirkus Reviews"Day's watercolor-and-ink illustrations brilliantly add humor to the narrative . . . Especially for Presidents' Day or as a vehicle for discussing friendship issues, Worst of Friends is a winner."--School Library Journal"Illustrated with charming cartoon-like drawings that convey their personalities and pastimes, this nonfiction picture book tells tales of early America-in-the-making and also makes the point that best friends can have serious disagreements that lead to years-long separations but, in the end, make up."--Children's Literature"This entertaining and character-driven slice of history also offers a clear message about friendship."--Publisher's WeeklyBesides being an award-winning author, Suzanne Tripp Jurmain was a child and teen actor appearing in many television shows and soap operas. She is currently a freelance writer and editor and lives in Los Angeles, California.Larry Day (www.day-here.com) is an award-winning illustrator. He also works as a storyboardist at a large advertising agency. He lives in Chicago, Illinois.; Title: Worst of Friends: Thomas Jefferson, John Adams and the True Story of an American Feud | [
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21,069 | 15 | *Starred Review* In 1995, wolves were reintroduced to Yellowstone Parkfirst time they had been part of the parks ecosystem for many years. Although George follows one wolfs growth from pup to adult, the emphasis here is not as much on the wolves and their habits, but on how their presence has changed the ecosystem and returned its natural balance. In just one example, the wolves drove the elk herds to seek refuge higher in the hills, causing the valley grasses to grow taller, allowing for the return of the Vesper sparrow, which uses the grasses for food and nests. George writes about each of the changes caused by the wolves return in simple, rhythmic, informative prose. Adding to the books appeal are Minors finely detailed illustrations, featuring spectacularly rendered animals in the foreground of the bold, western landscapes. Together the words and pictures make for a highly effective and enjoyable explanation of how the presence of one animal can profoundly affect an ecosystem. Match this with Dorothy Hinshaw Patents When the Wolves Returned (2008). Grades 3-5. --Todd MorningFor reading aloud or reading alone, this is a splendid way to share an appreciation for the natural world. -- Kirkus, starred reviewOutstanding historical and present-day photographs of Yellowstone, its inhabitants, and its visitors capture the rugged natural beauty of the park. -- Horn Book; Title: The Wolves Are Back | [
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21,070 | 3 | Grade 13Sylver and Smith have created the perfect browsable title about that quintessential kid food. Full of easily digestible information bites, the book takes a peek at the beginnings of these sausage tubes in ancient Rome, but really gets into the gustatory story when the hot dog hits America's shores in the 19th century. The book also loads up readers with sidebar tidbits that include riddles, stats, hot-dog nomenclature, condiment news, contests, and more. The goofy, full-color retro cartoons match the frenetic pace of the text with food, people, and critters flying, jumping, and careering across the pages. Kids who have a hunger for some facts on hot dogs will definitely want to savor this book.Marge Loch-Wouters, La Crosse Public Library, WI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.The fact that there is so much argument about who made the first hot dog says a lot about its appeal. (If you say frank, you're siding with the Frankfurt, Germany, contingent; if you say wiener, you're making the folks in Vienna, Austria, happy.) This zany picture book takes eatersthat is, readersthrough the snack's journey from Roman pig-intestine delicacy to its modern ubiquity at ball parks, cookouts, and dinner tables. Key for the American audience is the nineteenth-century immigration that led to dog stands gaining popularity in hot spots like Coney Island. Sidebars patterned with a retro-cool look clash with the Mad magazinestyle cartoon art, but the visual chaos is intentional and plays into the mustard-stained mitts of the target audience. Fun facts fly fast and furious: L.A. is America's dog-hungriest city; the wiener equivalent at South African sporting events is beetroot salad. Also included are regional dog differences (get that ketchup off my Chicago Dog!), the rise of the veggie dog, recipes, and plenty of mouth-watering photos. Don't read before lunch. Grades K-3. --Daniel Kraus; Title: Hot Diggity Dog: The History of the Hot Dog | [
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21,071 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 1Spark is a dragon who's afraid of fire. To help overcome his fear of blowing flames, he decides to become a volunteer fireman. The other firefighters put him through a rigorous training, including push-ups, sit-ups, a lot of reading about fire injuries, school demonstrations, and learning how to use the equipment. Then he is ready to go on real jobs. Gradually he becomes brave, and then a hero when he uses his special dragon attributes to lead animals out of a burning barn. Now over his fear, Spark leaves the fire department and begins to explore traditional dragon duties like protecting treasure, returning to his old job every once in a while to teach recruits. Simply told with bright cartoon pictures and a dragon to hold interest, the slight story teaches fire safety in an appealing way. It also contains a subtle lesson on facing and overcoming one's fears.Judith Constantinides, formerly at East Baton Rouge Parish Main Library, LA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.When the volunteer fire department advertises Firefighter Wanted, the only applicant to answer the call is a young dragon named Spark. The chief has reservations about taking on a fire-breathing firefighter, but he agrees to train Spark, who hopes to defeat his secret fear of flames. Through tough physical and mental training as well as experience, Spark becomes more courageous and more confident, moving on to fulfill his fire-breathing destiny. The simple story leaves plenty of space for elaboration in the illustrations, and Haley takes good advantage of it, portraying Spark as a hardworking (if occasionally bumbling) dragon whose every emotion is visible in his long, green face. Deft line drawings, bright with colorful washes, offer plenty of drama as well as comic relief. Though the theme of finding courage by facing fears is relevant all year long, teachers will want to remember this picture book when Fire Prevention Week rolls around. Preschool-Grade 1. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Spark the Firefighter | [
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21,072 | 2 | Grade 14Zalben's tale was inspired by a 16th-century midrash (a legend based on biblical text). Beginning with "emptiness, like a blank canvas," the Creator made the world and then planned to paint everything with a special light so that it would shine with goodness. The vessel in which the light was stored broke accidentally, sparks were scattered, and humans were created for the task of gathering the shards to make the world "complete and perfect," a project that has yet to be finished. The illustrations were created through mixed-media experimentation and the result is pretty but somewhat jumbled, combining static, detailed figures with dynamic, abstract forms, giving the story a somewhat stumbling pace. The text is rather vague and unfocused; this may be seen as part of its mystical charm, but it detracts from the empowering message inherent in the legend, that we are all part of the solution to the world's problems. There are few children's books that directly address the Jewish concept of tikkun olam ("repairing the world"), and this one has the advantage of being told in a universal way that will appeal to all faiths. While not completely successful in conveying its message of peace, this title does highlight important concepts and would make an excellent discussion starter.Heidi Estrin, Feldman Children's Library at Congregation B'nai Israel, Boca Raton, FL Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Jane Breskin Zalben is the author-illustrator of Paths to Peace and many other books. She lives in New York.; Title: Light | [
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21,073 | 2 | Thor Wickstrom and Lynn Plourdeare the team that created two other well-received books about Mrs. Shepherd's class. Mr. Wickstrom lives in Hancock, Massachusetts.; Title: Science Fair Day | [
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21,074 | 0 | Grade 1–6—This book takes the search-and-find game to a new level, providing a fun entry into history. An opening rhyme gives readers an overview of all they're meant to find on these animated pages. They are asked to count the Uncle Sam hats, find the bald eagles, and identify all of the presidents. The faces of other famous Americans are also identifiable, such as Babe Ruth, Elvis, and Henry Ford. The final two pages list all of the individuals depicted, the authors of various quotes, and clues to the puzzles. The book is set up like a treasure hunt, a party game with clues from Aunt Jeanne as she leads her nephew around the country. Each page focuses on a new sight, be it a city such as New York, Boston, or San Francisco, or a place—a ballpark, a rodeo, or Mount Rushmore. The illustrations are delightful, full of energy, color, and thoughtful composition. They are jumbled but not random. Most of the people have cartoon faces, smooth and round and sweet, but interspersed among them as part of the crowd are true-to-life portraits—Louis Armstrong plays his horn on a riverboat and John Wayne watches the rodeo. Young readers will be engaged by all there is to search and find among these pages. This could be a treasured stepping stone to a greater understanding of American culture and history.—Martha Topol, Traverse Heights Elementary School, MI Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Part Wheres Waldo and part tour guide, this book introduces children to many different things all at once. As the Fourth of July dawns, Tommy receives an intriguing series of notes fromAunt Jeanne, instructing him to take a cross-country tour of American history, landmarks, art, and famous quotes.He hunts for such things as pictures (and nicknames) for all the presidents, an Uncle Sam hat, an American eagle, coins, and a letter of the alphabet in each spread, which combine in the end tospell out a special message. Using manyanachronistic combinations (Native Americans and Pilgrims admiring a 1950s convertible; Bob Dylan and Dorothys ruby slippers along with Grant Woods American Gothic), Garland effectively combines original artwork with photos to create an unusual puzzle book. The letters dont add up to the whole alphabet (theF is missing, and theres anextra P), but aside from that oddity, this is full of fun. Grades 1-3. --Bina Williams; Title: Americana Adventure | [
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21,075 | 1 | "Skippyjon's ludicrous adventures and energetic personality will keep fans happy that his imagination remains unchecked."--Publisher's Weekly"Silly poems, puns like "Martian into your closet and get us some frijoles," and action-filled illustrations are sure to keep young readers laughing."--Children's LiteratureBest known for her Skippyjon Jones series, Judy Schachner has illustrated many of her own stories, including the much-lovedGrannymanand its companion book,Bits & Pieces. She lives in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania.; Title: Skippyjon Jones, Lost in Spice | [
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21,076 | 14 | Marie Torres Cimarusti lives in California. Stephanie Peterson lives in Connecticut.; Title: Peek-a-Boo Christmas! | [
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21,077 | 2 | Kindergarten-Grade 3Juan Dore-Nomad, inquirer par excellence, stars in this sixth installment about Mrs. Shepherd's class. Whereas the other episodes occur within school walls, this one showcases the learning implicit in a field trip to an organic farm. Juan's questions lead his class to discover what the farm animals eat, how plants make natural dyes for wool, and how wind turbines power the small farm. Rather than holding up the class, Juan is always just a step ahead, which constantly challenges the adult chaperones. They count heads in sets, by threes, and play with addition as they panic over the missing student, which is always inquisitive Juan, off making more discoveries. This good-natured story, while sometimes veering on the formulaic or saccharine, will appeal to children, especially those who adore farm animals. The watercolor-and-ink cartoons are lively and depict a diverse class that lauds thinking and questioning over strict rule-keeping. This rollicking, dialogue-heavy romp into the workings of a modern organic farm will keep young listeners entertained.Sara Lissa Paulson, American Sign Language and English Lower School PS 347, New York City Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Like the exploring students it portrays, this book occasionally loses its way. At times it seems to operate as a guide to the ins and outs of organic farming, since the setting of this class-trip excursion is a visit to Fandangles Organic, Environmentally Friendly Farm, where wind turbines power the operation and the bearded patriarch uses natural dyes made of spinach leaves and acorns to color his sheeps wool. Certainly, its a peek at a life not often seen in picture books, and that will be appreciated by both kids and adults. At other times, the story is more of an exercise in math, since Juans disappearances (he likes to sneak behind the scenes in an attempt to satisfy his own curiosity) always elicit a head count of the 23 students, minus one. We counted two sets of ten and had two extra students, so that makes . . . Still the pictures of iconic farmyard scenes and racially diverse kids busily exploring have a pleasant, energetic feel, and the classroom-reading appeal is strong. Preschool-Grade 2. --Karen Cruze; Title: Field Trip Day | [
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21,078 | 17 | Grade 25Bowen's picture-book tribute introduces readers to a baseball great whose strong, smooth swing, eagle eye, and tireless work ethic accompanied him from an impoverished childhood to the major leagues. In his rookie season with the Boston Red Sox, he hit .327, belted out 31 home runs, and earned nicknames like "the Splendid Splinter." In 1941, many players were readying to fight in World War II; Williams would join up once the season finished. Nonetheless, it was "a magic summer for baseball" with Joe DiMaggio's 56-game hitting streak and, as the summer wore on, the thrilling possibility that Williams might hit .400 for the season. Red Sox fan Bowen wears his heart on his sleeve, but he captures all of the drama as Williams's pursuit of the record books came down to the final games of the season. Pyle's brilliantly composed paintings, reminiscent of 1940s book illustrations, underscore the baseball action and teem with period details. Newsboys hawk papers on street corners, soda jerks serve up ice-cream cones, and through it all strides the tall, determined figure of Williams. Two-color borders, plenty of white space, and a smattering of black-and-white photos add to the overall appeal, and Williams's 1941 stats are reproduced on the back cover. Together, the text and artwork create a warmly realized portrait of this icon and his significance in baseball history. This winning book should resonate with a wide audience.Marilyn Taniguchi, Beverly Hills Public Library, CA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Usually, only a handful of Major League baseball players hit .300 or better for a full season, making the fact that Boston Red Sox slugger Ted Williams hit more than .400 in 1941 seem all the more incredible. Bowens recounting of Williams remarkable year begins with a young boys determination to become the greatest hitter who ever lived but quickly moves on to the last day of the 1941 season. At that point, Williams was batting .39955, which would have rounded up to .400, prompting the notion that Ted should sit out the final doubleheader. Williams, however, was having none of it: he always knew there was no easy way to become the greatest, so he played both games, amassing six hits and ending the season at .406. Unlike many decades-old baseball stories, this one hasnt lost its appeal over the years, and Bowen makes the most of it in terms kids will understand. Pyles illustrations, combined with vintage photographs, capture the drama of Williams at bat, especially his long stride and powerful follow-through. Grandparents will enjoy reading this one to young fans. Grades 1-3. --Bill Ott; Title: No Easy Way: The Story of Ted Williams and the Last .400 Season | [
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21,079 | 18 | Grade 47Kroll describes, in a chapter each, the way of life for Goths, Huns, Vikings, and Mongols; the political, economic, and societal pressures that caused them to leave their homes; and the leaders who successfully changed their boundaries of influence. Byrd's watercolor and pen-and-ink illustrations add a level of detail that will help children visualize the dif-ferent groups of men, women, and children. Full spreads as well as smaller border pictures depict a representative home and some aspects of the community, including agricultural practices, style of dress, building materials, etc. Religious beliefs, including the relationship between paganism and Christianity and the practice of scapulimancy (predicting the future by reading the cracks in burned animal bones) are explored. The dense text is presented in a small-sized font, making the book best suited for older elementary or middle school readers. While the layout and art may indicate a younger audience, elementary-grade children who take the time to explore the work will be rewarded by a thought-provoking, action-packed glimpse into a less-familiar part of history. A detailed time line helps unite the four parts of the book and sets the stage for the Europeans' expansion during the "Age of Discovery" in the 1400s.Lucinda Snyder Whitehurst, St. Christopher's School, Richmond, VA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.After discussing how the meaning of the word barbarian has changed since ancient times, Kroll introduces four notable groups referred to by their enemies as barbarians: the Goths, the Huns, the Vikings, and the Mongols. In each case, he looks at the lives of common people within the group, their religious beliefs, their leaders, their history, and the results of their attacks on other civilizations. The section on the Huns pays particular attention to Attila, while the discussion of the Mongols centers on the achievements of Genghis Khan. Showing clear differences among the four groups, the many detailed, energetic ink-and-watercolor illustrations show the barbarians at home and at war. Useful appendixes include an excellent time line and a source bibliography. Given the lack of information available for children on the barbarians in general and the Goths and the Huns in particular, this handsome volume will fill a collection gap while providing warrior-loving browsers with an informative and brightly illustrated book to enjoy. Grades 3-6. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Barbarians! | [
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21,080 | 11 | PreSchool-Grade 1In rhythmic couplets, a numbers game unfolds: one horse, two cows, three kittens settle down for the night, only to be awakened by four noisy wild turkeys ("Gobble, gobble, crash!") that disturb everyone as they fly from the barn to the sty to the henhouse, finally waking the farmer and his wife, who vow to "have a turkey feast!" At that, all of the farm animals quiet down ("Gobble, gobble, sshhh!") and hide the four turkeys, as the counting reverses from 10 baby robins back to one horse, and everyone goes back to sleep, including the befuddled farmerbut not for long. Gorbachev's action-filled illustrations add to the fun. His animals cavort against moonlit teal backgrounds, with the text printed in white. Children will have fun spotting the hiding turkeys and should greatly enjoy the whole bash.Judith Constantinides, formerly at East Baton Rouge Parish Main Library, LA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Valeri Gorbachev lives in Brooklyn, New York.; Title: Gobble-Gobble Crash, a Barnyard Counting Bash | [
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21,081 | 1 | Grade 36Stunning images of undersea life including sunken ships, tropical fish, and marine exploration highlight this diverse work packed with information ranging from the discovery of the sunken slave ship Henrietta Marie to discussions of the wondrous array of sea life that makes its home within such wreckage. Cerullo describes the assortment of knowledge and technologies employed by oceanographers such as side-scan sonar and ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicle), and shows how ocean currents aid in their search for hidden treasures. One such treasure discussed is the immense, Victorian-style wooden steamship Portland that sank off the coast of Massachusetts on November 26, 1898. The work culminates with an insightful discussion of how readers can get involved in the preservation of these environmental sanctuaries. Combining well-captioned photos, bold text, and a fluid narrative covering a range of ocean life from manatees to zooxanthellae (one-celled algae living in the tissues of reef-building corals), Cerullo has produced a unique look into these underwater communities. Interesting topics, detailed sidebars, and eye-catching photos will draw in readers with an interest in ocean life.Brian Odom, Pelham Public Library, AL Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Few things are more haunting than a shipwreck. Shaded in blue and frozen like a corpse, the ribbed remains of doomed vessels have an ability to conjure the fear of dying passengers as well as natures domination over humans. Cerullo takes partial advantage of these elements by zeroing in on two wrecks: the Henrietta Marie, sunk in 1700 near the Florida Keys, and the Portland, sunk in 1898 off the coast of Massachusetts. The book makes the convincing case that these wrecks are important not only for historical reasons but also for the underwater ecosystems their structures now host. Though the pictures and descriptions of sea life are reasonably well done, the dramas of the sinkings are the real hook. The 1972 examination of the Henrietta Marie reveals a dark secret, the discovery of shacklesalmost 200 slaves had perished with the ship. Meanwhile, the luxury liner Portland is brought to life with a photo of fine china resting unbroken on the ocean floor. With echoes of Titanic, this delivers both education and shivers. Grades 5-8. --Daniel Kraus; Title: Shipwrecks: Exploring Sunken Cities Beneath the Sea | [
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21,082 | 0 | Best known for her Skippyjon Jones series, Judy Schachner has illustrated many of her own stories, including the much-lovedGrannymanand its companion book,Bits & Pieces. She lives in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania.; Title: Skippyjon Jones 1-2-3 | [
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21,083 | 13 | Grade 12Artists all, Lester's talented family shush him as he pops his bubble gum in their favorite creative spaces. A strange occurrence in his Uncle Edgar's studio finally sets him on the path to Art, and he develops his artistic gift with bubble gum. The story is endearing; readers will root for Lester to one-up a competitive cousin and win an art contest. They'll worry when his front tooth falls out. But there are many subtleties that will fly right over their heads. Lester's relatives have names like Winslow, Dorothea, and Vincent. Friends are named Georgia and Frida. Wickstrom's clever illustrations imitate or allude to the works of these famous artists. (In one scene, Lester blows a bubble that looks like a cow skull.) The pictures have plenty of kid appeal, but most of the visual puns will be lost on children. Some of the language is sophisticated: "Suddenly, a powerful breath rose inside Lester. His belly bulged. His limber lips labored and his face turned fuchsia." The words make delicious sounds; the meanings can be unraveled with the help of the illustrations. As they listen to, inspect, and enjoy Lester Fizz, youngsters will wonder why the adult reading aloud is laughing so hard. Maybe they'll be curious enough to find out, and teachers may want to use the book to introduce modern Western art.Susan Weitz, formerly at Spencer-Van Etten School District, Spencer, NY Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.The story is endearing...clever illustrations...The pictures have plenty of kid appeal...youngsters will wonder why the adult reading aloud is laughing so hard. --School Library Journal; Title: Lester Fizz, Bubble-Gum Artist | [
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21,084 | 16 | Best known for her Skippyjon Jones series, Judy Schachner has illustrated many of her own stories, including the much-lovedGrannymanand its companion book,Bits & Pieces. She lives in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania.; Title: Skippyjon Jones: Up and Down | [
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21,086 | 1 | Kim Norman lives in Smithfield, Virginia.David Clark lives in Luray, Virginia.; Title: Jack Of All Tails | [
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21,087 | 13 | Starred Review. Grade 3-5 By opening her biography with the magic words Once upon a time, Yolen gives the story of J. M. Barrie's life a fairy-tale tone that perfectly suits its subject. This approach certainly does not gloss over the many tragedies he endured, such as the loss of a sibling or homesickness at boarding school. Instead, the framework is used to shed light on how Barrie used imagination and fantasy to entertain himself and others, especially during hard times. Yolen also provides a detailed account of Barrie's friendship with the Llewellyn Davies family, and how their escapades helped give birth to his masterpiece, Peter Pan. The book's illustrations and layout brilliantly capture the spirit of the text and its subject. A full-page painting faces a page of text, which also features an inset image reflecting the larger one opposite. In addition, each page of text features a quote from Barrie's own works, all of which are carefully chosen to capture the main idea or feeling of the spread. Adams's luminous, carefully composed paintings feel old-fashioned, making them perfectly suited to the text. He also uses light to indicate the key figure in a scene, much like a spotlight in Barrie's beloved theater. A beautiful tribute. Mary Landrum, Lexington Public Library, KY Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.This handsome picture-book biography presents the life of James Barrie, the creator of Peter Pan. Born and raised in a small Scottish town, Barrie grew up writing stories and putting on plays for his friends. When he was six, his older brother David died suddenly. The narrative traces his education through university, his success as a writer, his marriage and divorce, and his long-term friendship with the five Llewelyn Davies boys, first as a playmate, then as a family friend, and finally as their guardian. Adams' paintings provide evocative views of Barrie and his world. Yolen smoothly relates intriguing incidents from Barrie's childhood and adult life without making comments or drawing conclusions. Appearing on each double-page spread, though, are well-chosen, illustrated quotes from Barrie's books and plays, inviting readers to find connections between his life and his art. Lists of Yolen's sources and of Barrie's major works are provided. The book ends by noting Barrie's ongoing legacy to children by giving the copyright to Peter Pan to London's Great Ormond Hospital for Sick Children. Grades 2-4. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Lost Boy: the Story of the Man Who Created Peter Pan | [
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21,088 | 1 | Ernest H. Shepard was born in 1879 in England. His pictures of the Pooh characters are based on real toys owned by Christopher Robin Milne. Shepard died in 1976.A. A. Milne was born in 1882 in London. He was a playwright and journalist as well as a poet and storyteller. His classic children's books were inspired by his son, Christopher Robin. Milne died in 1956.; Title: Positively Pooh: Timeless Wisdom from Pooh (Winnie-the-Pooh) | [
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21,089 | 2 | Joy Behar, actor, writer, and comedian, is currently a co-host of the Emmy Award- winning talk show The View. She is the author of Joy Shtick: or What Is the Existential Vacuum and Does It Come with Attachments?, as well as a monthly column, "Getting Personal," in Good Housekeeping. This is her first book for children. She lives in New York City.Gene Barretta lives outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.c; Title: Sheetzu Caca Poopoo: My Kind of Dog | [] | Validation |
21,090 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 2—A tongue-in-cheek look at the proper care of pets. Tootsie, a disgruntled red cat, is arching her back and glowering at the little girl who is cheerfully threatening to spray her with a hose. On succeeding pages, readers meet a number of animals under siege by naughty preschoolers. The text consists of brief, alliterative entreaties to mend their ways—"Don't madden Mutley, or disturb Dixie." Halfway through the book, the tide turns and the children begin to model good behavior. In response to prompts from the narrator—"Mutley's here for you to dote on/Will you put his new blue coat on?"—they learn how to treat the pets kindly and appropriately. Though this is technically a lesson book, the didacticism is so exaggerated that it becomes quite funny. The narrator's voice calls to mind an exasperated but patient English nanny. The illustrations are droll and stylized, featuring expressive cartoon animals on fields of bright color or flamboyant Art Nouveau patterns. The children's faces reinforce the idea that naïveté, rather than cruelty, motivates their misbehavior. Some of the vocabulary is a bit elevated for the target audience, but the pictures will help readers decode the unfamiliar words.—Rachael Vilmar, Eastern Shore Regional Library, Salisbury, MD Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.The charming, expressive illustrations, saturated in colors from raspberry to pistachio, are both hilarious and sweet. -- Kirkus, starred review; Title: Please Don't Tease Tootsie | [
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21,091 | 1 | PreSchool-KA family of anthropomorphized chickens keeps running out of household staples. Mom tells everyone to put the needed items on the shopping list that's posted on the refrigerator, but they ignore the directive and just complain when supplies run out. Things get really bad: "It was boo-boo, no Band-Aidwet baby, no diapermacaroni, no cheesepeanut butter, no jelly." And then the toilet paper runs out. When Mom serves a "peanut butter and pickled grub on macaroni casserole," it is decided that everyone needs to pitch in and help. The situation improves, even as the family acknowledges that if things go awry again, they can always order a pizza. The chickens are depicted as stick figures with large round heads. The gouache illustrations are spare, with ink outlines and solid-colored backgrounds. An amusing cautionary tale for families everywhere.Ieva Bates, Ann Arbor District Library, MI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Nothing frustrates this family of chickens like running out of their favorite grubalthough, honestly,pickled grubs are among the smaller chickens least-favorite menu items. After running out of cereal, one chick recounts the irritatingpast week:on Monday they had pancakes but no syrup (ketchup makes a poor replacement); on Tuesday they had toothbrushes but no toothpaste (no matter that chickens lack teeth); and so on, until things get so out of control that theres aahemsituation with the lack of toilet paper. The illustrations are clear and bright, with dot-eyed birdies peeking from colorful, abstract backgrounds. Thursday provides the biggest visual break, as Momspath through the grocery aisles is tracked with a dashed line. The rhythm of the story seems a bit off, and some parents may bristle at the traditional portrayal of the mom as food preparer; but its hard to resist this ode to that simple tool too few of us use: the shopping list. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Daniel Kraus; Title: Put It On the List | [
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21,092 | 2 | Kindergarten-Grade 2This picture book features the characters from the "Good Knight" easy reader series (Puffin). Three big-eyed baby dragons are shivering in their cave until they are rescued by the Good Knight. He takes them to the castle, where a fancy ball is being held, and entreats them to mind their manners. Unfortunately, these little dragons do not know what manners are and cause a series of incidents that disrupt the party. A little too easily, the Good Knight teaches them to say please and thank you and all ends well. While the plot repetition may make for good reading practice, the message does get a little tired. Still, the candy-colored watercolor-and-ink illustrations will appeal to the intended audience, and the book's larger format allows Plecas to pack the pages with more detail, action, and humor. Consider purchasing where there are fans of the easy readers and where etiquette titles are in demand.Angela J. Reynolds, Annapolis Valley Regional Library, Bridgetown, NS, Canada Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.The creators of the Good Knight easy reader series expand to a larger, picture-book format in this wintertime title that takes the familiar trio of endearing little dragons to a fancy ball at a castle. Good Knight warns the threesome to use good manners, but the childlike dragons cause a few dramatic disturbances. Then Good Knight realizes that the dragons are a bit fuzzy on what good manners actually mean. The etiquette lessons are smoothly woven into the entertaining, charmingly illustrated story, and many kids will see themselves in the curious dragons who struggle with adult rules of comportment. Preschool-Grade 2. --Gillian Engberg; Title: A Cold Winter's Good Knight | [
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21,093 | 0 | Grade 58A fascinating look at the Civil Rights Movement, specifically the campaign to gain the vote for blacks in Selma, AL. The author, son of Jack Greenberg, a civil rights lawyer and director of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund during the 1960s, provides a unique perspective on this time, wrapping actual events within a fictional story line. It centers around David's boyhood in Great Neck, NY, as he grows in understanding of the often-dangerous work his father does. Alternating chapters focus on Jack Greenberg's efforts in the South, the courageous individuals with whom he comes into contact (ranging from regular people to leaders such as Thurgood Marshall and Martin Luther King, Jr.), and the threats they all face daily. This book is at once homage of a son to his father and an exploration of a crucial moment in American history. Dad is lovingly portrayed, as is the rest of the Greenberg family. The narrative beautifully melds historical fact with imagined situations and characters (footnotes and a postscript clearly delineate between real and fictionalized events). Although didactic at times, it is clearly written and sincere, and it should prove appealing to those readers who absorb historical fact better through historical fiction.Carol Jones Collins, Hanover Park High School, East Hanover, NJ Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.When David Duvy Greenberg was 12 years old, his father was a lawyer for Martin Luther King Jr. and the protestors who King led in the 1965 Voting Rights March from Selma to Montgomery. Blending memoir, politics, history, and fiction, this novel re-creates the crucial civil rights struggle at that time, with details about the leaders and protestors on all sides, presented from Duvys viewpoint. Greenberg balances personal and political stories: Duvy worries about his ball game even as he is terrified that his dads life is in danger from the Klan, who calls Duvys father that vicious Jew lawyer. The mix of fact and fiction does not always make for a smooth narrative, especially when naive Duvy asks Dad questions that fill in history (Whats the Ku Klux Klan? Whats Jim Crow?). Long footnotes that appear throughout the chapters add more context. Despite the uneven pacing, though, the story will grab readers with its powerful moments drawn straight from history. Grades 4-7. --Hazel Rochman; Title: A Tugging String: A Novel About Growing Up During the Civil Rights Era | [
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21,094 | 2 | Kindergarten-Grade 2A girl offers her younger brother some advice for dealing with Mom and Dad. "They mean well, but sometimes they need a hand." All the admonitions ever spouted by parents are turned around and used in some way on the training of the adults. When waking them parents up, Big Sister advises, "But don't go to themit's much nicer to shout really loud from your room until they get up and come to you, because exercise is healthy for grown-ups." Little Brother is taught how to get the food he wants, the method of asking his parents for important things (a puppy), how to get them to do the kids' homework, the way to turn dinnertime attention away from green vegetables, and the tricks of elongating the bedtime routine until the adults are tired out. The gouache illustrations are as joyful as the text. The people all have large round heads with exaggerated eyes. Pictures are of varying sizes and shapes and occasional word balloons extend the artwork. This is a manual every child will want to read.Ieva Bates, Ann Arbor District Library, MI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Grown-ups need lots of green vegetables, especially spinach, so if you eat less, there will be more for them. In this irreverent picture book, an older sister shows a preschool boy how to help her manipulate their parents. Exercise is healthy for grown-ups, the sister says, so when you need to talk with Mom and Dad, shout really loudly from your room and ask them to come to you; dont go to them. The girl says that her advice is all for Mom and Dads own good, of course, although she also demonstrates how to nag for a puppy (Ask for things . . . ask for things . . . ask for things again), and how to interpret the meaning of no and well see. Some of the humorous scenarios may appeal more to parents, who will recognize their own child-raising challenges. But the colorful cartoon pictures of the big-eyed family will draw kids, as will the storys exploration of sly power games that undermine authority and put the young ones in charge. Grades K-3. --Hazel Rochman; Title: How to Raise Mom and Dad | [
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21,095 | 0 | MARY POPE OSBORNE is the author of theNew York Timesnumber one bestselling Magic Tree House series as well as co-author of the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker series, along with her husband, Will, and her sister, Natalie Pope Boyce.For more information, visit the Magic Tree House website at MagicTreeHouse.com!; Title: Merlin Missions Collection: Books 17-24: A Crazy Day with Cobras; Dogs in the Dead of Night; Abe Lincoln at Last!; A Perfect Time for Pandas; and more (Magic Tree House (R) Merlin Mission) | [
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21,096 | 2 | Praise for She Persisted Around the World:"Clinton again writes in a measured tone that is at once celebratory and defiant. Boiger's watercolor and ink artwork exudes warmth and subtle power." --Publishers WeeklyPraise forShe Persisted:* "[A] lovely, moving work of children's literature [and a] polished introduction to a diverse and accomplished group of women."--Publishers Weekly, starred review"Exemplary . . . This well-curated list will show children that women's voices have made themselves emphatically heard."--Booklist"[She Persisted] will remind little girls that they can achieve their goals if they don't let obstacles get in the way." --Family Circle"We can't wait to grab a copy for some of the awesome kids in our lives . . . and maybe some of the grown-ups, too."--Bustle"A message we all need to hear."--Scary Mommy"This will be a great read for kids (especially young girls)."--Romper"We cannot wait for the launch of Smart Girl Chelsea Clinton's new book to help remind kids everywhere that the fearlessness that characterizes the thirteen women in the book is what has emboldened us to constantly strive for progress and justice." --Amy Poehler's Smart GirlsChelsea Clintonis the author of the #1New York TimesbestsellerShe Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World;She Persisted Around the World: 13 Women Who Changed History;It's Your World: Get Informed, Get Inspired & Get Going!;Start Now!: You Can Make a Differenceand, with Devi Sridhar,Governing Global Health: Who Runs the World and Why?She is also the Vice Chair of the Clinton Foundation, where she works on many initiatives, including those that help empower the next generation of leaders. She lives in New York City with her husband, Marc, their daughter, Charlotte, their son, Aidan, and their dog, Soren. You can follow Chelsea Clinton on Twitter @ChelseaClinton or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/chelseaclinton.Alexandra Boiger has illustrated nearly twenty picture books, including She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World by Chelsea Clinton, the popular Tallulah series by Marilyn Singer, and the Max and Marla books, which she also wrote. Originally from Munich, Germany, she now lives outside of San Francisco, California, with her husband, Andrea, daughter, Vanessa, and two cats, Luiso and Winter. You can visit Alexandra Boiger online at alexandraboiger.com.; Title: She Persisted Around the World: 13 Women Who Changed History | [
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21,097 | 2 | Charming art featuring an elephant parent and child elevate the familiar sentiments in this affectionate title. The concepts and rhymes are tried and true: “Sometimes you’re happy. Sometimes you’re sad. Sometimes you’re good. Sometimes . . . bad.” But the moving pictures use color and composition with fresh creativity. Through simply rendered, rounded characters; subtle expressions; changing perspectives; and a muted palette brushed with bright touches and textures, Dodd captures the story’s many moods. In an illustration about happiness, the little elephant appears large against sunny orange-red backgrounds; in another spread about feeling sad, textured gray tones emphasize the mood. Other scenarios depict the elephant as “scared,” “brave,” and even a bit naughty. The final, reassuring message (“No matter what you say or do, it makes no difference . . . I love you!”) shows mother and child elephant cuddling under a crescent moon. Parents and children will enjoy sharing this comforting, sweet little book. Preschool. --Shelle RosenfeldThe art...is appealing, and the comforting text is perfect for toddlers. -- School Library Journal; Title: No Matter What (Templar Books (Dutton Children's Books)) | [
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21,098 | 1 | A. A. Milne was born in 1882 in London. He was a playwright and journalist as well as a poet and storyteller. His classic children's books were inspired by his son, Christopher Robin. Milne died in 1956. Ernest H. Shepard was born in 1879 in England. His pictures of the Pooh characters are based on real toys owned by Christopher Robin Milne. Shepard died in 1976.; Title: Winnie-the-Pooh: Classic Gift Edition | [
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21,099 | 0 | MARY POPE OSBORNE is the author of theNew York Timesnumber one bestselling Magic Tree House series as well as co-author of the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker series, along with her husband, Will, and her sister, Natalie Pope Boyce.For more information, visit the Magic Tree House website at MagicTreeHouse.com!; Title: Merlin Missions Collection: Books 1-8: Christmas in Camelot; Haunted Castle on Hallows Eve; Summer of the Sea Serpent; Winter of the Ice Wizard; ... more (Magic Tree House (R) Merlin Mission) | [
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