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Friday, August 31, 2012

Lizard Sees the World by Susan Tews & George Crespo

Book CoverLizard isn't content to lie around in the sun and catch flies all day. He decides to see the world. Along the way, he meets Trout, Jackrabbit, Hummingbird, Snake, and Eagle who all tell him what the world is really like in their eyes. When Lizard reaches where the sky meets the edge of the world, he discovers something wonderful.
This book is set in the Grand Canyon with bright, oil-paint colors with realistic animals. It can also be a good teaching tool for lessons in determination and curiosity. Great for ages for 6 and up.
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Art and Max by David Wiesner

Book CoverThis is a tale of two lizards. Art can paint masterpieces, but Max can't and pleads with Art (or Arthur as he prefers to be called) to teach him. What follows is a disastrous, hilarious lesson in various forms of art media.
I'll admit it, the cover is what really drew (no pun intended) to this book. I just love the facial expressions on both lizards throughout the book itself. Arthur is serious and thoughtful while little Max is just a little too enthusiastic about learning. Plus, who can resist lizards with paintbrushes? This book is great for budding artists ages 8 and up.
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Friday, August 17, 2012

Acorns Everywhere! by Kevin Sherry

book jacketOrange Squirrel loves his acorns, even if it means stealing them from other animals. But Squirrel has one big problem: He can't remember where he buried his acorns. But he forgets all about that when he sees the other animals gathering berries. The big, bright pictures will capture young children's hearts, and the text is very easy to comprehended.  Great for kids 2-4 years-old.
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Those Darn Squirrels and the Cat Next Door by Adam Rubin & Daniel Salmieri

book jacketOld Man Fookwire has grown to tolerate the squirrels who made their debut in Those Darn Squirrels, but now he has a new enemy, Muffins, his new neighbor's cat. Muffins is mean, scaring the birds, giving the squirrels noogies, and ruins Old Man Fookwire's painting. It's up to the clever squirrels to put an end to Muffins' reign of terror.
I really liked enjoyed the subtle humor hidden in the pictures. For instance, the way Muffins has his paws steepled together reminded me of the Simpsons' Mr. Burns. Another example of the subtle humor is the lines "She thought Muffins was a cuddly honey bunny. But after the infamous poodle incident, she'd decided to to move to the forest so that her cat could make some new friends." This book is great for kids from 1 to 100.
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Friday, August 10, 2012

Harvey Potter's Balloon Farm by Jerdine Nolan & Mark Buehner

book jacketTold through the eyes of a girl growing up in the 1920's, this tall tale is about the mysterious and wonderful balloon farm of Harvey Potter. Nobody knows how this quiet farmer grows the balloons that literally crop up in his farm, but our young narrator wants to find out. What she discovers will inspire her to grow her own balloon farm. This enchanting book will delight readers with its magical tale and vivid illustrations. I recommend this book for ages 6 and up.
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Beaten by a Balloon by Margaret Mahy & Jonathan Allen

book jacketSam Appleby wants a plastic sword and toy lazer guns just like his friend, but his dad won't get him any violent toys. Instead, Sam gets a balloon and a sunflower, both of which are boring to Sam. But little does he know how helpful these items are when it comes to defeating a bank robber. I really the liked the way the bank robber is captured, very MacGyver-like. Great books for ages 5 and up.
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Friday, August 3, 2012

The Wolf's Chicken Stew by Keiko Kasza

book jacketWolf is always hungry, and when he sees a chicken, he wants to eat her. He bakes her some delicious food to fatten her up for some chicken stew, but is in for a big surprise when he goes to check on her and make some new friends. This book is great for ages 5 and up.
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Badger's Fancy Meal by Keiko Kasza

book jacketBadger is bored with his plain fruits and vegetables and decides to venture outside his hole for delectable dishes. His search for high-quality food soon becomes more trouble than he realizes. This delightful book not only shows what happens with Badger, but what happens with the small animals he tries to eat. Great for kids of all ages.
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