BUYING ADVISORY: Pre-K - ADVISABLE
APPEALS TO: SEVERAL
Hugo is up for a busy day. Lots of sniffing and running and sticky mess by the end of the day.
I don’t know why this is not a board book. With its simple text and bold pictures, it is perfect for that format. For kids with dogs or without dogs, it is a simple look at a silly dog’s silly day.
Cindy, Middle School Librarian, MLS
BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - ESSENTIAL
APPEALS TO: MANY
Have you ever heard that cats can't stand water? This is especially true for Serafina, a kitten whose parents have signed her up for swimming lessons. She does everything she can to avoid the water. Will Serafina learn to love the water?
I absolutely loved this book! The narrator talks directly to the reader which makes it even more engaging. The text is very funny and overly dramatic. The pictures are adorable and are filled with details that lend to the story. Would make an awesome read aloud!
Tracie, Elementary School Librarian
BUYING ADVISORY: Pre-K, EL (K-3) - ADVISABLE
APPEALS TO: MANY
Four young kittens try to think up something special to give to Mama on her special day. They realize that Mama loves flowers. They couldn't find any flowers, so they decided to be creative and make flowers. Oleander planted a seed in dirt and a can. Tulip drew flowers with orange chalk. Others found bits and scraps to make yellow sunflowers and pink tulips. Blossom made up a song. Will Mama like their gift?
Flowers for Mama encourages creativity, and is a heartwarming story of patience and love.
Freedman's illustrations are very charming.
PGPowers
BUYING ADVISORY: Pre-K, EL (K-3) - ADVISABLE
APPEALS TO: SEVERAL
Someone has left a big mess at the playground and Cranky and his friends need to clean it up before they can finish their important job. Turns out a stray cat has taken over the area and each step of the job the cat does something to aggravate Cranky - including eating his lunch. But every bad cat also has a sweet side ready to be encouraged.
While the reading level seems a bit above a 2, the story is still a fun one for adult and child to read together - especially if you have a cat. Or dog people can talk about what a stray dog might do differently from a cat.
Cindy, Middle School Librarian, MLS
BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - ADVISABLE
APPEALS TO: MANY
A young girl named Samantha tries to convince her parents that their cat Walter is a secret agent. She tells them his secret agent name is Agent Kitty Pants, but they don't believe her. Samantha points out his impressive espionage skills battling the neighbors cat and Aunt Marie's dog. The cat is still unappreciated - then Samantha falls out of the treehouse.
My Cat is a Secret Agent is humorous and delightful. I enjoy Mahoney's quirky characters and artwork.
PGPowers
BUYING ADVISORY: Pre-K - ADVISABLE
APPEALS TO: SEVERAL
Have you ever wondered what your dog is saying? The main character is a sweet little girl trying to figure out that very question. She wanders through the barnyard asking the animals if they can understand her dog. Each page has a lift up flap that reveals which animal she is asking. She realizes that just loving her dog is enough.
My Dog Smudge is a sweet story with soft and simplistic mixed chalk illustrations. The lift the flaps were a fun addition that will keep readers guessing which animal comes next.
The little girl has caramel-toned skin.
Alissa Loves Books
BUYING ADVISORY: Pre-K, EL (K-3) - ADVISABLE
APPEALS TO: MANY
Buttons is a cute dog watching the world from his window. He sees a beautiful blue butterfly go by. He thinks everyone will want to see this! Buttons rushes outside to share his small wonder with the world, but all the people in the street, and at the cafe don't notice anything. Two new animal friends pick up the chase. How will Buttons get people to notice the beautiful butterfly?
As the World Goes By inspires children to find the beauty and stillness in a busy world, and to appreciate the little things in life. The illustrations are beautiful, interesting and action packed.
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