Category: Social Graces
Review: The Woods by Paul Hoppe
A good story finds some way to surprise. In Paul Hoppe’s The Woods, the narrator, a small boy, has lost his bunny and can’t go to sleep without it. In the first pleasing surprise, the boy doesn’t look in the obvious places.
Interview with Jacqueline Harvey the Mastermind behind Alice-Miranda
Jacqueline Harvey is the gifted author of the fabulous Alice-Miranda book series (Alice-Miranda at School was just released in the U.S. in April 2011), the Code Name series and an award-winning picture book called The Sound of the Sea.
Cedella Marley Inspires with “One Love”
Cedella Marley’s life has always been rooted in music and culture. As the oldest child of Bob Marley, she has dedicated herself to keeping her father’s message and memory alive.
Review: The Busy Life of Ernestine Buckmeister
Trying to “make every moment count” as her father advises, Ernestine Buckmeister is shepherded to and from her daily tuba, yoga, karate, knitting, sculpting, water ballet and yodeling lessons by her Nanny O’Dear.
Three New Picture Books on Courage
Sometimes our children need encouragement—especially when they’re feeling a little shy in a new environment. Let’s face it; sometimes we all need a little bolstering to confront new experiences. The following books may help your children do so with grace and boost their confidence.
Little Red Riding Hood Books
The Brothers Grimm were especially gifted at creating dark and often haunting fairy tales, but these books have a bit more gentle appeal. They also may serve as a great conversation starter with your children about the inherent danger of talking to strangers.
