BUYING ADVISORY: Pre-K, EL (K-3) - ESSENTIAL
APPEALS TO: MANY
Bruce is perfectly relaxed at home on this hot summer day, but the family has other plans - BEACH!
Bruce being Bruce, however, means that nothing will go to plan.
Who doesn’t love Bruce! He and his mice and geese family are serious fun.
Cindy, Middle School Librarian, MLS
BUYING ADVISORY: Pre-K - ADVISABLE
APPEALS TO: SOME
As Fart travels around, he finds all kinds of different smells. But which ones does Fart prefer? Roses? Yuck! Anchovies? YUM!
For parents and kids with unique senses of humor.
Cindy, Middle School Librarian, MLS
BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - ADVISABLE
AUDIENCE APPEAL: SEVERAL
Danny, a young boy, is feeling bored and lonely. His mom and brother are busy. With nothing better to do, he takes a walk on the beach with his dog. They play fetch for a while. Then Danny starts to take notice of things on the beach. He sees all sorts of interesting rocks. A little further down the beach Danny and his dog see a group of people waving and shouting at someone out to sea. Will Danny and his dog be able to help?
A sweet story about a boy and his dog and the things they do and discover at the beach. Great illustrations. Danny is white.
Reviewer: A. Snow, Librarian
BUYING ADVISORY: GIFT - ADVISABLE
APPEALS TO: SOME
Tulet gives the reader a wide variety of pages to touch and explore, hoping to inspire the viewer to create their own fearless art exhibit.
I really wanted to rip all of the pages out of the book so that I could mix and match them in all kinds of different ways - but the limitations of bound pages meant I was just frustrated, instead. The art is interesting and inspiring - especially for those of us who have little of what is called artistic talent - bright and bold. But more of a gift book than one for general circulation.
Cindy, Middle School Librarian, MLS
BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3), EL, MS, HS - ADVISABLE
AUDIENCE APPEAL: MANY
A monster draws a line in the sand. What does it mean? As other monsters are playing on the beach they start to notice this strange line drawn in the sand.
Lam has created an interesting book about the power of pictures, how we communicate as a society, and our interpretation of what happens. This book would be a great addition to any library shelf. The monsters are very creative and illustrated in collage art. It's a story everyone can relate to. I love that it encourages the reader to think about communication, conflict, and the lines we all draw, whether intentional or not.
Emilee-Teacher Librarian
BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3), EL - ESSENTIAL
AUDIENCE APPEAL: MANY
Narwals are an often misunderstood creatures. Anderson’s delightful picture book does a beautiful job of giving you more facts about this creature. He lists facts, but also writes a beautiful story about some of its behaviors and where it goes depending on the season. I was surprised how much I learned within its pages.
Weaver’s illustrations are gorgeous and beautifully done. A few of them were very dark but I think it is trying to portray how deep in the ocean they are. They seem like they are done with charcoal or oil pastels.
There are no humans in the book.
Emilee-Teacher Librarian
BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - ESSENTIAL
APPEALS TO: MANY
Scaredy Squirrel is getting ready for Halloween in his very unique Scaredy Squirrel. His friends are ready to carve jack-o-lanterns and go trick-or-treating. And maybe Scaredy has some actual useful tips for keeping them safe?
I love Scaredy’s extended antics in this chapter book. Were I a parent of young ones, I would love reading this each Halloween before we dive into the season.
Cindy, Middle School Librarian, MLS
BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - ESSENTIAL
APPEALS TO: MANY
The Construction Crew is on the job again. Thai time they are renovating a neighborhood. But this time they need extra help from the Garbage Crew.
I love how Rinker introduces us to the many different kinds of trucks and containers that make up a garbage fleet. And that she shows homes being renovated instead of being torn down. Kids adire watching big machinery at work.
Cindy, Middle School Librarian, MLS
BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - ADVISABLE
AUDIENCE APPEAL: MANY
Mr. Cat is grumpy, friendless, and alone in his house until a mysterious letter lands on his head that says, "I love You." He usually thinks that it is better to be a lonely cat than a disappointed one, but suddenly he feels happy. Who could have sent the letter? Mr. Cat leaves his house to find out. He helps three strangers who don't even thank him. He decides to stop trying and go home. Will he ever find out who loves him?
I really enjoyed Verdu's philosophical tale about how we need to be a friend to others first if we want to be happy and have friends. I also liked the cute storytelling illustrations.
PGPowers
BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - OPTIONAL
AUDIENCE APPEAL: SEVERAL
When your grandparents come to visit, don't be fooled by their odd talents, unusual habits, and peculiar grin. They might be Grampires pretending to be normal. Do they sleep during the day, play bat-minton, have false teeth, and a strong sense of smell? Are they always cold, and stay out of the sun? So the next time your grandparents come to visit, look for the clues and be ready, but don't worry too much unless it's a full moon.
McCrary tells a funny tale about masquerading grandparents who are really vampires just waiting to nibble on their grandchildren at night. The story is more funny to adults than to children. As a grandparent, I would never want to read anything to a child that might harm the relationship.
PGPowers
BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - OPTIONAL
APPEALS TO: SEVERAL
The little boy can’t wait until Halloween arrives. Choices to be made, costumes to prepare. WIll he be ready for the spooky day?
The little boy as a ghost on the endpapers is adorable. And if reading out loud, know when the BOOS are coming so that you can create anticipation. The rhyming text is only so-so. The illustrations really save this one. Some will buy it because Fallon’s name is on it.
Cindy, Middle School Librarian, MLS
