" Little Mouse can waddle like a penguin, eat like a horse and splash like a whale. So why does her mother call her Little Mouse? Because, sometimes, it's nice to be quiet and cozy, especially when it's time to cuddle with your mum. "Amazon Summary The little girl in this story doesn't like her … Continue reading Little Mouse
Category: Picture Books
Grace for President
" "Where are the girls?" When Grace's teacher reveals that the United States has never had a female president, Grace decides to be the first. And she immediately starts off her political career as a candidate the school's mock election! Author Kelly DiPucchio not only gives readers a fun introduction to the American electoral system, … Continue reading Grace for President
Minnie’s Diner: A Multiplying Menu
" Down on the farm one morning, Papa McFay orders his sons to hop to their chores. But from Minnie’s kitchen wafts a smell that gets the boys itchin’, and one by one, they succumb to the call of that sweet aroma. Each brother arrives at Minnie’s twice as hungry as his brother before — … Continue reading Minnie’s Diner: A Multiplying Menu
What If…
" Creativity, the power of imagination, and the importance of self-expression are celebrated in this inspiring picture book written and illustrated by real-life best friends.This girl is determined to express herself! If she can't draw her dreams, she'll sculpt or build, carve or collage. If she can't do that, she'll turn her world into a … Continue reading What If…
Barfburger Baby, I Was Here First
" When Jonathon gets a new baby brother he can't understand why everyone makes such a fuss over the somewhat gross newcomer."Amazon Summary Poor Jonathon just can't understand why everyone wants to see the new baby! He is used to be an only child (I can relate) and doesn't know how to handle sharing the … Continue reading Barfburger Baby, I Was Here First
One True Bear
" In the tradition of The Velveteen Rabbit, with adorable classic art, comes the story of Darcy Brewster, one brave teddy-bear cub, who accepts a real challenge―to be a true friend to Damian, a boy who has a long history of destroying his toys. Ready, willing, and able to love and comfort Damian, even if … Continue reading One True Bear
Humble Pie
" Only Theo's grandmother sees the truth about the boy: He's as spoiled as a rotten old apple!That is why, on one of Theo's naughtiest, grabbiest, mouthiest days, Grandmother decides to bake him a pie.Young Theo has never seen the like. Its crust is as big as a bedsheet; its filling of plums, cherries, peaches, … Continue reading Humble Pie
Invisible Lizard
" Poor Napoleon. Despite being the spiffiest chameleon in the jungle, he has no friends. And why is that? Because no one can see him! As everyone knows, chameleons blend in with their surroundings. Napoleon is practically invisible. So he tries every trick he can think of, from waving his arms to weaving a welcome … Continue reading Invisible Lizard
Wiener Wolf
" Weiner dog’s easy life has lost its luster. And neither squeak toy, nor biscuit, nor TV can cure his ennui. So when the call of the wild comes, he answers! Weiner Dog becomes...Weiner Wolf.A sweet, funny picture book in the spirit of Good Dog, Carl! and Martha Speaks!, Weiner Wolf is sure to appeal … Continue reading Wiener Wolf
The Little Tree that Would Not Share
" A tree gets planted in the middle of a big city and sprouts beautiful green leaves in the springtime. The local birds and butterflies are impressed by the tree’s pretty foliage, but the little tree doesn’t want to share. “Go away!” he tells them. Summer turns into autumn, and before long the tree notices … Continue reading The Little Tree that Would Not Share
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