Archive for November, 2018

Our New Kittens is a “lovely introduction to pet care and responsibility,” says Foreword Reviews

November 13th, 2018

Foreword Reviews “Through this lovely introduction to pet care and responsibility—whether families are adopting an animal for the first time or reinforcing good practices—children will learn how to safely care for new furry friends: providing fresh water and food, a clean litter box, brushing, play time, gentle care, and, of course, lots of love.” Click […]

Posted in Alice Carter, Book Authors, Book Illustrators, Our New Kittens, Theo Heras

“Bass uses evocative metaphors, and exquisite descriptive prose…” ALSC LitPicks says of The Hill

November 12th, 2018

ALSC LitPicks “Based on the ancient Cree legend of Wihtiko, The Hill, by Alberta author, Karen Bass, is both a quest on several levels and a story of survival in a supernatural world…Beyond the obvious plot of escape, and their terrifying encounters with Wihtiko, is the underlying theme of racial tension as both boys try to […]

Posted in Book Authors, Karen Bass, The Hill

Ben and the Scaredy-Dogdrawings “really made the story come to life,” says Canadian Bookworm

November 10th, 2018

Canadian Bookworm “This book is part of a series of picture books featuring the young boy Ben. Ben has two older siblings: a sister, Robin; and a brother, Joe. He is at first interested when he sees a new family moving in across the street, especially when he sees a child his own age. But […]

Posted in Ben and the Scaredy-Dog, Book Authors, Book Illustrators, Kim La Fave, Sarah Ellis

Ben and the Scaredy-Dog illustrations “enhance the story…especially the scary dogs” says Kenosha News, “Off the Shelf”

November 9th, 2018

Kenosha News, “Off the Shelf” “Kids books are fun and educational, but they also let kids safely explore experiences that might make them anxious. The books reviewed here today do just that….Our last selection explores the fear of dogs….The illustrations enhance the story, especially the scary dogs that Ben draws when he thinks about being […]

Posted in Ben and the Scaredy-Dog, Book Authors, Book Illustrators, Kim La Fave, Sarah Ellis

Midwest Book Review calls Ben the Scaredy-Dog “wonderfully entertaining…”

November 8th, 2018

Midwest Book Review “A wonderfully entertaining picture book with an important underlying message for children ages 3 to 6, Ben and the Scaredy-Dog is an especially recommended addition to family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections.” Click here to read the full review

Posted in Ben and the Scaredy-Dog, Book Authors, Book Illustrators, Kim La Fave, Sarah Ellis

Bringham Young University says Waiting for Sophie is “full of child-like imagination and silliness.”

November 6th, 2018

Brigham Young University, Children’s Book & Media Reviews “Waiting for Sophie is ideal for a young reader who is transitioning to reading chapter books. Full of child-like imagination and silliness, Liam keeps the reader entertained as he goes on adventures with his family right at home. Although this book would be especially relatable to a soon-to-be […]

Posted in Book Authors, Book Illustrators, Carmen Mok, Sarah Ellis, Waiting for Sophie

“Savor for the warmth of the illustrations,” Booklist says about Giraffe and Bird Together Again

November 6th, 2018

Booklist “Bender’s language is lively and poetic: Giraffe gazes and grazes, Bird swoops and soars and explores. Her illustrations focus on Giraffe’s very expressive face, which often dominates his orange-and-brown-colored pages, while Bird, when not displayed in full glory on his blue-tinged ones, is just a feather or two, leading Giraffe on his quest. More than one […]

Posted in Book Illustrators, Giraffe and Bird Together Again, Rebecca Bender

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