Picture Book Review

 Something Old: Just Go to Bed by Mercer Mayer- In this classic Little Critter tale, Mercer Mayer shares the witty and imaginative spirit of her beloved character, while showing the many adventures that can take place when it is time to Just Go to Bed.

 Something New: Elecopter by Michael Slack- With bright illustrations and rhyming text, Michael Slack's creation has great appeal to the youngest of listeners. Children will enjoy this story of one brave and truly unique helicopter elephant known as Elecopter.

Something Borrowed: Jo MacDonald Saw a Pond by Mary Quattlebaum; illustrated by Laura J. Bryant- Jo MacDonald Saw a Pond is a wonderful adaptation to a most beloved children's song. The story has educational value by introducing some of the many animals that can be found at a pond, and is also entertaining as the text is in tune to the classic "Old MacDonald." 

Something Blue: Pajama Pirates by Andrew Kramer; illustrated by Leslie Lammle- The sense of whimsy that Lammle delivers in her illustrations is perfect for a tale that follows a most fantastic adventure. A dreamlike adventure that includes a bitter fight, a sudden squall, and buried treasure--dreams that could belong to none other than the Pajama Pirates.