Moni Ritchie Hadley's Blog: Highly Recommended!, page 16

There Is a Rainbow

There is a Rainbow by Theresa Trinder

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


“On the other side of a window, there is a neighbor.”
If there ever were a more relevant book to have on your shelf right now, it is this one!
Author, Theresa Trinder, packs a punch with language so perfectly simple, the messages shoot straight to the heart. This is a book of hope, a way to cope, understanding, and compassion.
Grant Snider’s loosely drawn illustrations reflect life’s fleeting moments, beautifully scratchy with brilliant reds, greens, and blues that seem to pop right off the page offering cheer. THERE IS A RAINBOW is the new “just because” card. Any child or adult would be lucky to be gifted this book. On the other side of this review, there is my purchase!




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Jet the Cat (Is Not a Cat)

Jet the Cat by Phaea Crede

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


In this adorable book, Jet the cat likes to swim and has to put up with all the judgments about what cats should and shouldn't be. He's told by his friends that he is not a cat! Can you imagine that? I love the message of this book! The charming illustrations and cute patterns will have kids searching for the nuances that make this book really special!



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The Floating Field: How a Group of Thai Boys Built Their Own Soccer Field

The Floating Field: How a Group of Thai Boys Built Their Own Soccer Field by Scott Riley

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


This is an incredible story about a group of Thai boys that build a soccer field above water. It is not necessary to be a soccer fan to love this story. The themes of following your passion, working collaboratively, and friendship will draw you in! This book is a good reminder that even with limitations, so much can be accomplished!



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Everyone's Sleepy but the Baby

Everyone's Sleepy but the Baby by Tracy C. Gold

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


With minimal text and bold illustrations, this is the book every parent will want to snuggle up and read with their babies. It's the perfect bedtime story that's sure to trigger a few giggles before ZZZs!



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Soaked! by Abi Cushman

by Abi Cushman

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Soaked!A lovable, gloomy bear is the star of this book! This Eeyoreish character is put off by the rain. Equally lovable is the moose side character who whooshes the reader through delightful, rainy-day dilemmas.



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I Miss Your Sunny Smile

I Miss Your Sunny Smile by Deb Adamson

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


If there were ever a book to cheer up a frowning toddler, it's this one. Young readers will love searching for the boy's missing sunny smile. It's found in the most delightful place! This book is sure to make kids and parents smile!



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Squish Squash Squished!

Squish Squash Squished by Rebecca Kraft Rector

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


I can't say enough about this book! It brings me right back to my childhood, squish, squash, squished between my sisters and brother in the back seat of the car —elbows knocking, and gotcha lasts. If only my parents had devised such a plan! What fun! Complete with rhyme pairings and onomatopoeias, this book is one every kid will want to read again and again!



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Your Future Is Bright by Corey Finkle, Shelley Couvillion (Illustrations)

What does your future hold? This uplifting, rhyming picture book shows every child that there are many paths to take. You could be a baker, or writer, or painter, or leader. Your path might even be uncertain, but you will find your way! This book is a cheerleader for all children! The illustrations are as bright and colorful as the messages in this book! Fans of OH, THE PLACES YOU'LL GO! will love this book too!

A Girl's Bill of Rights: Amy B. Mucha (Goodreads Author), Addy Rivera Sonda (Illustrations)

"I have the right to be me!" The message comes across loud and clear in this engaging picture book giving all girls and people the right to stand up for themselves. The illustrations do a great job representing a variety of ethnic backgrounds. I have the right to love this book, and I do! I recommend this book for children, as well as adults!

RAINBOW BOY: Taylor Rouanzion (Goodreads Author), Stacey Chomiak (Illustrations)

Rainbow boy cannot decide on his favorite color. Sunday through Saturday, he leaps, twirls, and swims through all the colors of the rainbow with non-conforming gender play to show how much he loves every color! My favorite illustrations are when he becomes a green swimming mermaid. The ending is so sweet; you'll want to read it over and over again. Highly recommended!!!