Picture Book Review

Something Old: My Many Colored Days by Dr. Seuss; illustrated by Steve Johnson and Lou Fancher- My Many Colored Days is a pleasantly simple exploration of the many feelings that fill our days. It is a story that can speak to the youngest of listeners; and, like countless other works by Dr. Seuss, will continue to be enjoyed by children for years to come.

 Something New: Rodeo Red by Maripat Perkins; illustrated by Molly Idle- Perkins' playful text and Idle's fabulous art perfectly capture the imagination of Rodeo Red, taking readers into this cowgirl's world that has been turned upside down by the biggest scallywag to ever cross her path--her baby brother.

 Something Borrowed: To the Beach by Linda Ashman; illustrated by Nadine Bernard Westcott- To the Beach is a great family time read. With rhyming text and humorous illustrations, this story will be equally enjoyed by children and their parents, and it is sure to bring smiles to all.

Something Blue: Little Boat by Thomas Docherty- Thomas Docherty's watercolor artwork captures the vastness and uncertainty of Little Boat's ocean home, while at the same time creating a world that, large as it is, is never too big for a little boat who has... friends.