When you are new on the planet, there are a lot of firsts. First time to walk, first time to talk, and first day of school. How scary were your firsts? The Picture Book of the Week is Isabel and Her Colores Go to School, written by Alexandra Alessandri and illustrated by Courtney Dawson. AboutContinue reading “Isabel And Her Colores Go To School by Alexandra Alessandri and Courtney Dawson”
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Viking In Love by Doug Cenko
What would you do for love? Would you leave your comfort zone and do something that terrifies you? The Picture Book of the Week is Viking In Love, written and illustrated by Doug Cenko. About the Book: Stig is a Viking who loves hearty stew, fresh air, and adorable kittens. The one thing he doesn’tContinue reading “Viking In Love by Doug Cenko”
Tiny T. Rex and the Very Dark Dark by Jonathan Stutzman and Jay Fleck
Do you know how to find the light when things get dark? The Picture Book of the Week is Tiny T. Rex and the Very Dark Dark, written by Jonathan Stutzman and illustrated by Jay Fleck. About the Book: Tiny T. Rex and friends are on a campout in their backyard. They are ready forContinue reading “Tiny T. Rex and the Very Dark Dark by Jonathan Stutzman and Jay Fleck”
Mel Fell by Corey R. Tabor
Sometimes you just know that it’s time. Time to take a leap of faith and trust that it will turn out for the best. This week’s Picture Book of the Week is Mel Fell, written and illustrated by Corey R. Tabor. About the Book: Mel Fell is about a young bird who knows it isContinue reading “Mel Fell by Corey R. Tabor”
The Very Last Leaf by Stef Wade and Jennifer Davison
The great thing about picture books is that they can communicate universal truths by crafting imaginative characters and putting them in familiar situations. The situations automatically become less threatening, even funny, allowing kids to laugh at some otherwise serious circumstances. The Picture Book I picked for the week is The Very Last Leaf, written by StefContinue reading “The Very Last Leaf by Stef Wade and Jennifer Davison”