I've got to say, my son LOVES that there is an ice cream truck in this dog book. He is obsessed with dogs and trucks!
A very cute picture that is a sof...moreI've got to say, my son LOVES that there is an ice cream truck in this dog book. He is obsessed with dogs and trucks!
A very cute picture that is a softcover making it easy to handle. The illustrations are bright, cheery and original.
The main character is a dog who eats some magic beans and suddenly is wearing a cape and a superhero outfit. The dog's superhero skill? Well, that would be licking of course. The dog saves the day when kids are upset and goes looking for people to help. It is very sweet doggy tale. Fun to read!(less)
My daughter is completely "Absorbed" (her own words) by this book. We read the first chapter together last night and after awhile I had to tell her to...moreMy daughter is completely "Absorbed" (her own words) by this book. We read the first chapter together last night and after awhile I had to tell her to turn out her light as she was still reading. This morning, back to the book and already half way through.
The idea of a family that wonders why Mathilda would want to read books when they have a perfectly good telly (TV) is amusing. Dahl has a way with spinning the world that tickles the imagination of kids.(less)
Another Walter misadventure. Dad still doesn't like Walter and his gas. The kids still love Walter. And the goofy dog with an odour issue manages to s...moreAnother Walter misadventure. Dad still doesn't like Walter and his gas. The kids still love Walter. And the goofy dog with an odour issue manages to save the day again in a gas-powered way! Got to love Walter--kids do too!(less)
When I first came across this book in a book store I ended up laughing out loud! Of course, since then I have purchased many copies to share the Walte...moreWhen I first came across this book in a book store I ended up laughing out loud! Of course, since then I have purchased many copies to share the Walter love.
Basically, this is the tale of a dog brought home from the pound who has a bit of an odour issue. It doesn't matter what the family feeds him, he can't stop producing gas. When the parents decide at long last that the dog needs to go... he saves the day in a gas-powered way.(less)
A fun rhyming book with a great rhythm. There were monkeys in her kitchen. Doing all kinds of crazy stuff. What should she do? Nothing she does helps...moreA fun rhyming book with a great rhythm. There were monkeys in her kitchen. Doing all kinds of crazy stuff. What should she do? Nothing she does helps and when she calls the police they all disappear--or do they? A fun book to read aloud.(less)
A picture book with the power to sock it to you. A good way for kids to learn American history and understand that the freedoms and acceptance they ma...moreA picture book with the power to sock it to you. A good way for kids to learn American history and understand that the freedoms and acceptance they may find in their own small worlds are not the way it has always been.
The story is about a little girl who is finally allowed to go out somewhere on her own. But it is not without it's challenges. Set in the segregated south, this character is a coloured gal on her way to "someplace special." As she meets each challenge with her head held high, she comes to the special place she seeks--a place where everyone is welcome. The public library.(less)
Poor Mr. Giraffe, he just can't dance. He can't do the tango or mambo like the other animals. And then he goes off on his own, finds his own beat... a...morePoor Mr. Giraffe, he just can't dance. He can't do the tango or mambo like the other animals. And then he goes off on his own, finds his own beat... and dances like you wouldn't believe. A nice story about finding your own beat to groove to--quite literally.(less)
A funny story about the three billy goats who want to cross the Troll bridge. But they don't have enough money! A silly look at fairy tales, and a bit...moreA funny story about the three billy goats who want to cross the Troll bridge. But they don't have enough money! A silly look at fairy tales, and a bit of math too.(less)
Bunny wabbit just wants to be left. a. lone. But these frogs just keep popping in. All he wants to do is read his book. Will he ever find a solution?...moreBunny wabbit just wants to be left. a. lone. But these frogs just keep popping in. All he wants to do is read his book. Will he ever find a solution? He doesn't want to hurt the feelings of the frogs. (less)
This book was a pleasant surprise. I'm not one for Sesame Street, but this book was funny. Kids will get a kick out of Grover talking 'to them' and as...moreThis book was a pleasant surprise. I'm not one for Sesame Street, but this book was funny. Kids will get a kick out of Grover talking 'to them' and asking them not to turn the page as there is a(nother) monster at the end of the book. Of course, Elmo and the kids turn the page. And guess what? There's a monster!!! (less)
Chester is a cat with 'tude. Seriously. The author, Melanie, is attempting to write a nice story about a mouse. However, Chester--the cat, has very di...moreChester is a cat with 'tude. Seriously. The author, Melanie, is attempting to write a nice story about a mouse. However, Chester--the cat, has very different ideas on this. He keeps interrupting with his red marker. And so the story takes a turn and a battle ensues between the two. Kids may not quite understand it at first, but once they do, they'll be 'Chester'ing things all over the house if they happen across a red marker. If your kids liked "There's a Monster at the End of This Book" with Grover, they'll love Chester.(less)
This is a cute book about a squirrel who is afraid of everything. And is prepared for everything. He comes up with plans to deal with eventualities fr...moreThis is a cute book about a squirrel who is afraid of everything. And is prepared for everything. He comes up with plans to deal with eventualities from the possibly possible to the impossibly impossible. Personally, it doesn't speak to me in a huge way, however, kids LOVE this book. It's always been a hit.(less)
Mom's, are you ready to tear up? If not, skip this one. It can get to even though toughest of us. A sweet picture book about a mom who sings her son t...moreMom's, are you ready to tear up? If not, skip this one. It can get to even though toughest of us. A sweet picture book about a mom who sings her son to sleep--even when he's older and already asleep. Even going as far as to drive across town to climb into his home to hold him and sing. We watch the boy and mother age until the boy is a father. The cycle continues.(less)
Squish is a graphic novel for the young set although the vocab in this book can be a bit difficult for the age group. That doesn't seem to slow them d...moreSquish is a graphic novel for the young set although the vocab in this book can be a bit difficult for the age group. That doesn't seem to slow them down though. Squish is a kid, er, amoeba that anyone can understand. He means well but ends up getting tricked out of his lunch money by his very intelligent friend, Pod. Black and white images with green here and there. While this is sort of the BabyMouse for boys, girls like it too.(less)
While kids might not get all the musical references, they will understand the feels Baby Mouse experiences as well as that darn meany pants Felicia (a...moreWhile kids might not get all the musical references, they will understand the feels Baby Mouse experiences as well as that darn meany pants Felicia (a cat). A graphic novel in black and white with flashes of pink. A graphic novel for girls who like to dream... like Baby Mouse.(less)
I still remember reading this one as a kid and being completely amazed at Charlie's ability to make his chocolate bar last for soooo long! A great sto...moreI still remember reading this one as a kid and being completely amazed at Charlie's ability to make his chocolate bar last for soooo long! A great story that has held up over time, and you know, it teaches a few lessons along the way. Such as don't be greedy!
Charlie wins a chance to visit Willy Wonka's chocolate factory in town and the experience changes his life. In ways I can't say without totally spoiling the book!(less)
A nice way for girls who are a bit young for the full Nancy Drew mysteries to be introduced to mysteries and Nancy Drew. Aimed at about 7-year-olds, t...moreA nice way for girls who are a bit young for the full Nancy Drew mysteries to be introduced to mysteries and Nancy Drew. Aimed at about 7-year-olds, these books are sort of the beginning of Nancy Drew and how she became a mystery solver. Set at a sleepover, one of the girl's coveted dolls goes missing. Nancy solves the mystery--of course--despite setbacks and the fact that it isn't always easy.(less)
A quirky voice that really draws the reader into the stories. Slightly dark (some parents worry about that), but touched upon with humour and a certai...moreA quirky voice that really draws the reader into the stories. Slightly dark (some parents worry about that), but touched upon with humour and a certain something that appeals to kids. If you get your kid hooked, you are in luck--there are lots in the series!(less)
Boys can not get enough of this book. Crazy pictures, crazy, unreal things. Lots of intrigue. This book is a big, strange shape which makes it awkward...moreBoys can not get enough of this book. Crazy pictures, crazy, unreal things. Lots of intrigue. This book is a big, strange shape which makes it awkward, but boys love it. Ages 7-99. Teens think it is pretty amazing too.(less)
This is a great book for boys. This will be freaked out, amazed, intrigued, grossed out, and all those things that appeal to boys. (Ages 7-99 pretty m...moreThis is a great book for boys. This will be freaked out, amazed, intrigued, grossed out, and all those things that appeal to boys. (Ages 7-99 pretty much covers it.)
Great photos, lots of colour. Lots of interesting facts and unbelieveable things. Boys cant put it down--great way to get boys to read. Highly recommend all of their books when it comes to boys.(less)
A book for pre-teen girls that includes some girlhood staples such as sleepovers, cats cradle, history and facts, and more. Sort of a "retro" book on...moreA book for pre-teen girls that includes some girlhood staples such as sleepovers, cats cradle, history and facts, and more. Sort of a "retro" book on girlhood. The pages are not in colour and have a 1950s feel to them.(less)
A neat "retro" book of things boys enjoy doing. Everything from building a go-cart to a sling shot to history and I think even some girl advice! An al...moreA neat "retro" book of things boys enjoy doing. Everything from building a go-cart to a sling shot to history and I think even some girl advice! An all-in-one renaissance man kind of books for preteen boys.(less)
A fun book about animals and their different tails. Different textures, shapes, etc. Also some unusual animals. Rhymes. There is one tail that breaks...moreA fun book about animals and their different tails. Different textures, shapes, etc. Also some unusual animals. Rhymes. There is one tail that breaks easily which was disappointing. Otherwise, great.(less)
Finding a good quality, not-too-cheesy baby book can be tricky. I like this one because of it's colour, sturdy pages, illustrations, and fill-in-the-b...moreFinding a good quality, not-too-cheesy baby book can be tricky. I like this one because of it's colour, sturdy pages, illustrations, and fill-in-the-blanks. While some of the fill-in-the-blanks aren't my style (the pregnancy ones) it brings up cool stuff your kid will want to know when they are bigger. (Like how much a newspaper cost when they were born, etc.)(less)
This is a family favourite. A sweet bedtime story about a little nutbrown hare who is getting ready for bed. He loves his parent to the moon--well, th...moreThis is a family favourite. A sweet bedtime story about a little nutbrown hare who is getting ready for bed. He loves his parent to the moon--well, the parent loves him to the moon and back. It's the kid of story that takes on a life of it's own and makes it into family sayings.(less)
This book starts off with a bang. My daughter was hugging the book and loving it. Towards the middle she was wishing for more action and ended up putt...moreThis book starts off with a bang. My daughter was hugging the book and loving it. Towards the middle she was wishing for more action and ended up putting it down for awhile.
The vocabulary is a bit of a challenge for the average 7-or-8-year-old, but it's a good story about moving, and figuring out who is a good friend and who isn't. Oh, and haunted houses. Eep!(less)
Basically, the moral of the story is: be happy with less. A great picture book to read to children aged 5 or 6 and up who have been struck with the I-...moreBasically, the moral of the story is: be happy with less. A great picture book to read to children aged 5 or 6 and up who have been struck with the I-want-this-he-has-that-why-can't-I-have-life-is-no-fair-I-never-get-to-do-anything-fun. Also a great book for adults who have been struck by the-grass-is-greener phenomena and the she-has-it-so-I-must-have-it-because-it-will-finally-make-me-happy.
A great little chapter book good for about ages 6-8. (A good series for beginning readers who want to step into chapter books.)
Junie B. Jones is a gir...moreA great little chapter book good for about ages 6-8. (A good series for beginning readers who want to step into chapter books.)
Junie B. Jones is a girl who speaks her mind. Written as if narrated by a 5-year-old, the words and fears hit home with similar aged little ones.
Junie B. Jones' class is planning a field trip to the local farm, but Junie B. Jones is afraid of ponies. She is talked out of that fear and right into a new one--roosters! What will Junie do on field trip day? Will she fake sick? Hide on the bus? Befriend the farmer for protection? Or possibly all of the above.(less)
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