Something Old: Jamberry by Bruce
Degen- The young and young-at-heart will be eager to go
berry-picking after reading this delightful tale. With playful verses and vibrant
illustrations, it is easy to see why readers have been savoring this story for
many years.
Something New:
How Do Dinosaurs Say I’m Mad? by Jane Yolen;
illustrated by Mark Teague- Never have dinosaurs been as relatable as in Jane
Yolen and Mark Teague’s How Do Dinosaurs…? books, and their latest
collaboration does not disappoint. How Do Dinosaurs Say I’m Mad? continues the
tradition of speaking, not preaching, to children in an entertaining story that
readers will want to enjoy again and again.
Something Borrowed: Snowmen All Year by Caralyn Buehner;
illustrated by Mark Buehner- With the excitement and fulfillment that goes into
building a snowman, why wouldn’t we want our snowmen to stick around long after
the snows have melted?! The creators of Snowmen at Night continue the tale of the
always captivating snowmen, and in doing so have created a story that can be
enjoyed all year long.
Something Blue: Blue Sky by Audrey Wood- Few words are needed
in this book, as Audrey Wood’s illustrations tell the story perfectly. From
Blue Sky to Storm Sky, and Wish Sky to Dream Sky, this is a perfect book for a
beginning reader, and one in which children can use their own imagination to add to
the story.
Something Old: Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes-For over twenty years Chrysanthemum has been reaching out to young readers, reminding them that they are perfect just the way they are (even if their names "scarcely fit on a nametag"). This sweet story will continue to delight children for years to come.
Something New: The Wee Hours by Stephanie Watson; illustrated by Mary GrandPre- Beautiful artwork, along with the clever tale of the very busy Wee Hours, make dreams come to life right before your eyes. It is a story that is full of wonder, and one that is sure to lead to sweet dreams
Something Borrowed: Betty Bunny Wants Everything by Michael B. Kaplan; illustrated by Sephane Jorisch- Betty Bunny really, REALLY wants everything! And why shouldn't she?!
Children will love to read on as Betty's family tries to teach her a very important life lesson: she can't have everything she wants. But, will they succeed?! This laugh-out-loud story is a must-read for anyone who has ever really, REALLYwanted everything (young, or old!).
Something Blue: I'd Know You Anywhere, My Love by Nancy Tillman- If you've yet to experience the beauty that Nancy Tillman creates, check out I'd Know You Anywhere, My Love. Like On the Night You Were Born and Wherever You Are, My Love Will Find You, Nancy Tillman's story speaks right from the heart, as do her illustrations. It's a perfect bedtime, or anytime, story for the ones you love in your life.
