Picture Book Review

 Something Old: The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg- The Polar Express continues to be adored by young and old alike, due in large part to the story's reminder of the dreams and imagination that fill childhood--qualities that shouldn't be forgotten even after you've grown. It is a magical story throughout, and one which concludes with a message that will stick with you long after you've finished reading.

Something New: How to Train a Train by Jason Carter Eaton; illustrated by John Rocco- Bringing home a new pet is an incredible experience, and the originality of How to Train a Train shows that there is no limit to what that pet may be! But, how do you know if you've found the right one? "Don't worry. You'll know." How to Train a Train is a fun new read for your train enthusiast!

 Something Borrowed: Animal Masquerade by Marianne Dubuc- With simple sentence structure and fun illustrations, Animal Masquerade is a great book for beginning readers. It is a story that will leave children amused and intrigued and envisioning their own masquerade!

Something Blue: Steam Train, Dream Train by Sherri Duskey Rinker; illustrated by Tom Lichtenheld- The artwork in Steam Train, Dream Train is a wonderful portrayal of the magic and excitement that exists in our dreams. It is a perfect bedtime story for your young child before he or she journeys into dreamland.



Picture Book Review

 

Something Old: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day by Judith Viorst; illustrated by Ray Cruz- Few books rival this classic tale in the ability to truly capture the voice of the target audience, and to further portray that voice in a story that is hailed as both amusing and as a literary classic for children. It is a

charming and timeless tale that continues to delight.

Something New: Betty Bunny Didn't Do It by Michael Kaplan; illustrated by Stephane Jorisch- In this humorous tale, readers are shown the value of the honest truth over an "honest lie," as Betty Bunny learns that blaming someone else for something she's done really isn’t the best idea. And in true Betty Bunny fashion, this lesson is full of amusement, thanks to playful dialogue, humorous illustrations, and plenty of Betty Bunny wit!

Something Borrowed: I Ain't Gonna Paint No More! by Karen Beaumont; illustrated by David Catrow- One little child, plus a whole lot of paint, equals one creative story! From top to bottom, from cover to cover, I Ain’t Gonna Paint No More! illustrates the beauty of creative expression (even if that creativity sometimes covers the ceiling and the floor!).

 

 Something Blue: Mama, Why? by Karma Wilson; illustrated by Simon Mendez- Mama Why? is full of magical scenes. From arctic wildlife, to twinkling stars and stardust, this sweet bedtime story will lull little ones to sleep with visions of an arctic wonderland that is so wondrous and peaceful.