Lauri Fortino's Blog, page 28
July 11, 2018
Random Pic Of Cuteness: Writing Prompt #4
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.
July 9, 2018
Picture Books At The Library 154
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.
An otter named Randal leaves home to become an elephant. Sweet, funny, and love the art!
Career Day is approaching, and Annie can’t wait to show the school and her family what she wants t...
July 5, 2018
Interview Alert: Leah Gilbert
I fell in love with this book as soon as I saw the cover. I mean, just look at that llama perched precariously , yet comfortably, on the arm of that sofa. Love!!!
I flipped through the pages and was treated to more gorgeous illustrations featuring that lovable llama. After I read the text, I knew I wanted to learn more about Leah Gilbert the author/illustrator of A COUCH FOR LLAMA, a wonderfully sweet and majorly funny picture book about a caring family, a curious llama, and a brand new couch...
July 2, 2018
Picture Books At The Library 153
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 group of children say goodbye to a beloved pet turtle who has died.
Olive needs some time away from her little brother Will.
Celebrates the milestones and accomplishments of childhood fro...
June 25, 2018
Picture Books At The Library 152
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.
Thief Jack enlists the help of a duck to break into a safe.
Vincent the cat lives on a cargo ship, but he has never had a real home.
A page turns every time you blink, bringing you closer t...
June 21, 2018
A Lemur In The Library: Part Six (Conclusion)
A LEMUR IN THE LIBRARY
Part Six
by Lauri Fortino
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After the failed attempt to trap the lemur, the librarian, along with the page, still clutching his net, followed the clever creature to the public computers.
The lemur was already crouched in front of a monitor, tapping on the keyboard. It chirped excitedly every time a new image appeared on the screen.
The frazzled library staff watched for a moment, trying to decide what to do.
The clanging of the front door sent the lemur sprinting off ag...
June 19, 2018
Interview Alert: Children’s Librarians Jenny and Emily
Children’s Librarians (from left to right) Emily and Jennifer
Two of the busiest staff members at the Community Library of DeWitt & Jamesville are the children’s librarians, Jenny Burke and Emily Wormuth. They’re gearing up for the craziest time of the year, summer, when the Library draws in hundreds of kids for the Summer Reading Program. Right now, Jenny and Emily are in the midst of visiting local schools, telling the kids all about the myriad of events and activities the Library has lined...
June 18, 2018
Picture Books At The Library 151
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.
Mama and little Toad help their friends who are stranded on the road.
Caroline is distracted all day at school because her parents are bringing home someone very special for her to meet.
As...
June 14, 2018
A Lemur In The Library: Part Five
A LEMUR IN THE LIBRARY
Part Five
by Lauri Fortino
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“Let’s hope it likes bananas,” said the librarian, as she retrieved the one she was saving for lunch.
She broke it into a half dozen pieces.
“Ready?” she asked the page.
He nodded.
They placed five chunks of the banana in a trail leading from the periodical section, where the lemur was lounging on a bed of shredded magazines and newspapers, to the storage closet.
The librarian tossed the sixth into the middle of the closet.
Then she and the p...
June 11, 2018
Picture Books At The Library 150
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.
Dogs engage in all sorts of fun activities at the dog park.
A boy is determined to catch the ball even if it takes a bit of imagination.
An older brother encourages his younger brother to t...
