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Blast from the Past ~ The Dot – Peter H. Reynolds
Couldn’t help but revisit my very favorite Peter H. Reynolds book this month…
The Dot is perhaps my favorite picture book of all time. The Dot introduces us to Vashti a little girl who is not very eager about art class. Her art teacher encourages her to “make her mark”. With gentle guidance from her teacher, Vashti’s natural abilities as an artist as well as a teacher develop. Ultimately, the simple text and accessible pictures pull the reader into Vashti’s story. The profound impact of the words and actions of a teacher are highlighted and the power of enthusiasm and encouragement are reinforced.
Juvenile Fiction
Candlewick Press
2003
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Little Happy Dreamer – Peter H. Reynolds
The power and the promise found in dreaming is celebrated in Little Happy Dreamer. This book would be wonderful to share with little ones, but it could also be easily used as a read aloud with older students. Beautiful illustrations and an encouraging message for all readers make this one a winner.
Juvenile Fiction
Cartwheel Books
2020-10
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Blogging Vacation
I am enjoying preparing for Thanksgiving with my family. My next new review will post the morning of November 28th.
Love You by Heart – Peter H. Reynolds
Love You by Heart is a delightful book that celebrates unconditional love. This book would be a lovely gift from a parent or grandparent to a child. This one is a winner!
Juvenile Fiction
Orchard Books
December 7, 2021
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I’m Here – Peter H. Reynolds
I’m Here is a little book with a big message about empathy and acceptance. It is a quiet book of depth. It would be a great resource to use in the classroom or at home to start a discussion about reaching out to others.
Juvenile Fiction
Simon and Schuster
August 14, 2012
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Our Table – Peter H. Reynolds
This month I will be featuring books from one of my favorite authors – Peter H. Reynolds. I have shared many of his books in previous posts and have some new ones to share. The first is Our Table. The reader is given a glimpse of what results when one is tethered to a screen. It also shares the connection that is possible when a family shares meal together. This important message is beautifully presented.
Juvenile Fiction
Orchard Books
May 5, 2022
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Little Oink – Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Little Oink is another silly tale from Amy Krouse Roshenthal. It features Little Oink who is a very neat and tidy pig. His parents work hard to help Little Oink be a respectable pig who can make a really good mess.
Juvenile Fiction
Chronicle Books (CA)
August 1, 2009
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Bedtime for Mommy – Amy Krouse Rosenthal
What child wouldn’t delight at the thought of reversing roles and being in charge of bedtime for Mommy? This is a silly book that would make a great bedtime story. It is a delight.
Juvenile Fiction
Bloomsbury Publishing USA
April 1, 2010
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Yes Day! – Amy Krouse Rosenthal
This month I am featuring a few books that are new to me from talented author Amy Krouse Rosenthal.
Yes Day! is a darling book that highlights a single day during the year where the answer to every request is yes. What child could not relate to wanting that kind of day in their own life? Whimsical illustrations enhance the text of this fun tale.
Juvenile Fiction
Harper Collins
March 1, 2011
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