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September 17, 2018
Picture Books At The Library 164
I catalog hundreds of new picture books each year, and I read as many of them as I can. Unfortunately, I can’t review them all. But I can share them! Below are a few recent titles. (Summaries have been taken directly from the books whenever possible.) Check your local library or bookstore for availability.
ON GULL BEACH: A boy chases after sea gulls as they play with a star fish.
BIG BOX LITTLE BOX: A curious cat investigates every box it can find and makes a friend along the way.
SHORTY & CL...
September 15, 2018
Interview Alert: Robin Newman
Today, I’m excited to feature an interview with one of my long-time kid lit pals, author Robin Newman! As many of us do in the kid lit industry, I met Robin virtually, when she became one of Frog on a Blog’s very first followers, and she has remained one ever since. She’s watched this humble space change (through at least four WordPress themes) and grow over the years, and she’s been so kind to share my posts.
Robin’s fourth book NO PEACOCKS! was recently released. And it’s the perfect time t...
September 10, 2018
Picture Books At The Library 163
I catalog hundreds of new picture books each year, and I read as many of them as I can. Unfortunately, I can’t review them all. But I can share them! Below are a few recent titles. (Summaries have been taken directly from the books whenever possible.) Check your local library or bookstore for availability.
TINY, PERFECT THINGS: A child and grandfather marvel at all the perfect things they see as they take a walk.
ONCE UPON A SLIME: Beginning with Goldilocks, various fairy-tale characters are...
September 9, 2018
Top 5 Books For Kids to Learn ABC’s by Ilham Alam
[image error] Parents, have the past few weeks been hectic because your kids are going back to school? You may even be feeling emotional because your little one is starting preschool or kindergarten for the first time. Do they know their ABC’s? Is there a way you can help them learn? Of course! ABC picture books!
Author and mom Ilham Alam has stopped by today to share her favorite books for helping kids learn the alphabet. Read on for a great selection of ABC concept books!
Top 5 Books for Kids to Learn A...September 5, 2018
LOVE IS KIND Blog Tour + Giveaway -AND Introducing Little Owl
I adore picture books that highlight the themes of love and kindness. That’s why it’s my great pleasure to be a stop on Laura Sassi’s LOVE IS KIND Blog Tour. Readers, this book is incredibly sweet (and I don’t mean because it includes a little something about a box of chocolates), and the ending (which I won’t give away) is darling. Speaking of darling, check out the cover of LOVE IS KIND, featuring Little Owl, the star of the book.
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And, guess what? You get to meet Little Owl, the brand new...
September 3, 2018
Picture Books At The Library 162
I catalog hundreds of new picture books each year, and I read as many of them as I can. Unfortunately, I can’t review them all. But I can share them! Below are a few recent titles. (Summaries have been taken directly from the books whenever possible.) Check your local library or bookstore for availability.
BIGGER THAN YOU: Dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes discover that cooperation, creativity, and being a good friend make playtime the best time.
BE OUR GUEST!: At the Parker Palm Springs Ho...
August 27, 2018
Picture Books At The Library 161
I catalog hundreds of new picture books each year, and I read as many of them as I can. Unfortunately, I can’t review them all. But I can share them! Below are a few recent titles. (Summaries have been taken directly from the books whenever possible.) Check your local library or bookstore for availability.
When Juno returns from a nighttime adventure, she finds a polar bear near the door she left open, and she must summon all her courage to save her boy.
A boy and his family visit the local p...
August 25, 2018
My View Book Review: Hedge Hog!
Title: Hedge Hog! (or Hedgehog!)
Author/Illustrator: Ashlyn Anstee
Publisher/Year: Tundra Books/2018
Back Cover Blurb: It’s Hedgehog’s hedge and he isn’t sharing.
*Review copy provided by Penguin Random House Canada
All of the animals in the garden are preparing for winter. Finding a cozy place to call home for the season, like a burrow, hive, or nest, is at the top of everyone’s list. The animals need shelter in order to survive the coming cold.
The bees, foxes, birds, and groundhogs happ...
August 23, 2018
Random Pic Of Cuteness: Writing Prompt #5
Just for fun, I’m sharing–at random–cute photos to inspire your picture book writing. Perhaps a picture will spark an idea for a character, setting, or even an entire story. Have fun!
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*All photos are available in the public domain or were taken by me, and are free to use and share.
August 20, 2018
Picture Books At The Library 160
I catalog hundreds of new picture books each year, and I read as many of them as I can. Unfortunately, I can’t review them all. But I can share them! Below are a few recent titles. (Summaries have been taken directly from the books whenever possible.) Check your local library or bookstore for availability.
A young girl finds an injured crow and nurses him back to health.
A girl demonstrates how to take care of a dog.
When Kitty learns that her teacher is home sick from school one morning, she...
