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Over in the Ocean in a Coral Reef – Marianne Berkes
After visiting The Monterrey Bay Aquarium over the summer, our daughter has become VERY interested in sea life. When we saw this book at the library we knew it had to come home with us! It is well written, and the illustrations in this book are amazing! They are unique and interesting to study.
Meet Me at the Art Museum – David Goldin
This book provides a wonderful introduction to the world of art museums in a completely fun way. It provides a field trip like experience for readers which is hosted by Stub (a discarded ticket stub) and Daisy (a docent’s name tag). A delightful read for young and old…We loved it!
Happy Halloween!
Hoping your Halloween is filled with treats including a new book…
Just Say Boo! – Susan Hood
Just Say Boo! is a perfect choice for a Halloween read-a-loud. The book tackles how to deal with Halloween situations little ones might find a little scary…”Just say boo!” The refrain is repeated throughout the book and children enjoying the story will no doubt be able to help the reader with the verbiage as they become familiar with the pattern. Just Say Boo also tackles basic Halloween etiquette including saying “Trick or Treat” and “Thank You”. This a great little Halloween tale that is targeted to early elementary children.
10 Trick-or-Treaters – Janet Schulman
10 Trick or Treaters is a darling counting book that includes rhyming text and bold, colorful pictures. This would be a wonderful first Halloween book for little ones. Definitely a terrific Halloween treat….
Alpha Oops! H is for Halloween – Alethea Kontis
For those of us who thought all alphabet books need to begin with the letter A and end with the letter Z, Alpha Oops! H is for Halloween provides proof that alphabet books can begin as well as end with non-traditional letters and be entertaining as well as informative. Alpha Oops! H is for Halloween includes awesome illustrations which feature each letter of the alphabet in a Halloween costume. This one is just plain fun!
Curious George Goes to a Costume Party – Margret & H.A. Rey
Curious George Goes to a Costume Party introduces the reader to a variety of Halloween traditions beyond trick or treating. It is a fun book which highlights George’s curiosity and the mishaps that happen as a result.
Winter’s Tail: How One Little Dolphin Learned to Swim Again – Juliana Hatkoff, Isabella Hatkoff, and Craig Hatkoff
Winter’s Tail: How One Little Dolphin Learned to Swim Again is the book form of the story that inspired the movie Dolphin Tale. Learning about Winter the dolphin overcoming the adversity of losing her tail and swimming again with a prosthetic is an uplifting tale as well as a great resource to use to discuss disabilities.
The photographs throughout the book beautifully capture Winter’s journey and enhance the text.
Blogging Holiday
I am taking the day off today to hang out with my favorite first grader. She has a day off from school, and I am so looking forward to spending time together!