Alphabet by Matthew Van Fleet Reading level: Baby-Preschool Hardcover: 20 pages Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books (April 8, 2008) If you are familiar with Matthew Van Fleet’s New York Times Bestselling book Tails, and you love it, you will not be disappointed with his latest book, Alphabet. It is a sensory delight with its lift-the-flaps, touch-and-feels, and scratch-and-sniff pages. The book is so well made that you can let your toddler go to town pulling and pushing this alphabet masterpiece. From the bouncing kangaroos to the beautiful blue dragonflies, there’s something in this book for everyone. And those who…
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules by Jeff Kinney Reading level: Ages 9-12 Hardcover: 224 pages Publisher: Amulet (February 1, 2008) This sequel to the New York Times Best seller Diary of a wimpy kid, is such a fun and relatively easy read for a reluctant reader. It really captures the essence and shenanigans of a pre-teen. Gregory tells us his story through his diary – something embarrassing happened to him over summer vacation, and his older brother Rodrick (a lazy, band playing lout) is holding it over his head all year long. The diary feels so real that…
Before the book signing began, Mary Pope Osbourne talked briefly with her very captive audience.
By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review Published: April 3, 2008 Where’s My Mom? by Julia Donaldson Reading level: Ages 3-8 Hardcover: 32 pages Publisher: Dial (March 27, 2008) Julia Donaldson, an English writer and playwright, is one of my favorite children’s authors. Her latest book to be published in the US is Where’s My Mom? Initially released in the early 2000’s in the U.K., Donaldson’s rhythmic and engaging style combined with Axel Scheffler’s cartoon illustrations, make for a very charming addition to your child’s library.
By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review Published: March 31, 2008 After participating in Earth Hour on March 29th, 2008, – the Children’s Book Review has been inspired to provide a head start on reviews of earth-conscious reads in the lead up to Earth Day, which will be on April 22, 2008. Earth Hour is an event created by the World Wildlife Fund where millions of people around the world turn off their lights between 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. to help make a statement about climate change. Earth Hour was born in my home town, Sydney, Australia, in 2007,…
By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review Published: March 28, 2008 A Day With No Crayons by Elizabeth Rusch Reading level: Ages 4-8 Hardcover: 32 pages Publisher: Rising Moon (September 17, 2007) Every child loves crayons. Every child and every parent loves the fun names given to the crayons – like fuzzy wuzzy brown and razzle dazzle rose. The day Liza’s mommy takes away her crayons for drawing on the wall is when this wonderfully written and illustrated story begins. It is about the journey she takes in discovering the colors and art of the world around her. Liza finds…
What-the-Dickens is the Rogue Tooth Fairy and the main character of Gage’s tale. He is an orphan and spends his time trying to figure out who he is, and why he is so attracted to teeth.
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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review Published: March 18, 2008 Welcome to The Children’s Book Review, where it’s our mission to create enthusiastic, life-long readers! But how does one do that? Is it by choosing the book that fits the child’s cognitive and affective needs? Is it by choosing the book that makes us feel new emotions or empowers the ones we already have? Let’s decide together. The plan is to start by reviewing books that will hopefully enrich the lives of your children, and yourself, and provoke the desire to read more. “I think the best thing we…
Book Spotlight: Monkey and MeThe Children’s Book Review Monkey and Me Written by Emily Gravett Ages 2-6 | 32 Pages Publisher: Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing (March 4, 2008) | ISBN-13: 9781509841202 “Perfect for little Monkeys everywhere.” The main character is a cute little girl who, along with her little stuffed monkey, goes to see some animals. The reader needs to guess the animal before turning the page, based on the adorable illustrations. The story is very simple and rhythmic, and makes for a great read-aloud book. Acting out the animal moves, also makes it fun for those rambunctious toddler…