June 29, 1999 by David Wiesner

Caldecott winner David Wiesner delivers another fanticiful and humorous book, this time in the spirit of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs and Pickles to Pittsburgh. On, May 11, 1999, Holly Evans’ science project is the effect of exterristal conditions on plant growth, and so, she sends vegetable seeds in the air by weather balloon. June 29, 1999, is a day that Holly will never forget, and neither will all of America. Because giant vegetables float down from the sky. Turnips show up in the Rocky Mountains. Cucumbers fly over Michigan. And arugula is in Ashtabula as are many other vegetables. But Holly never planted arugula. Where did these giant vegetables come from? This book is perfect for readers of all ages.

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Oscar and the Very Hungry Dragon by Ute Krause

There is a very hungry dragon near Oscar’s village, and he wants to eat a plump, juicy princess. But since the village doesn’t have any, the next best thing is a child. When all the children put their names in a hat to be drawn for dragon breakfast, guess whose name is drawn? Oscar’s! But this clever boy puts his culinary skills to avoid getting eaten by a dragon. Perfect for children of all ages.

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The Goblin and the Empty Chair by Mem Fox and illustrated by Leo and Diane Dillon

I happened to come across this book while perusing the shelves in the children’s room, and the story and the beautiful illustrations really touched my heart. A lonely goblin decides to hide his face because he thinks it is so hideous and doesn’t want to the world to see him. But one day, he sees a grieving family struggling with their day-to-day lives, and, decides to help them, but under the cover of night. But what he doesn’t know is that the family notices his kind acts and wants to help him in return. This touching story about acceptance, love, and family will touch everyone’s heart and would be an excellent tool in conversations about grief and loss.
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Space Case by Edward Marshall and illustrated by James Marshall

A lonely UFO lands on earth, but finds that some of Earth’s inhabitants aren’t too friendly (a cow and a chicken.) Fortunately, he comes across Buddy McGee and his friends trick-or-treating and spends the next day with them. The deadpan humor will definitely get a smile or two from adults, and the vibrant, humorous pictures will have children laughing.

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Miss Nelson is Missing by Harry Allard and illustrated by James Marshall

The kids in Room 207 are the rowdiest kids around and give poor, sweet Miss Nelson the hardest time. But one day, when the kids arrive at school, they notice something strange: Miss Nelson has gone missing, and in her place is Miss Viola Swamp, the meanest teacher ever. Where is Miss Nelson, and why is this mean teacher making them work so hard and laying down the law? A hilarious read for school-age children and parents.

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Agent A to Agent Z by Andy Rash

Agent A must find a rogue spy through the alphabet or he’ll lose his lose job. This book is reminiscent of the 60’s television show, Get Smart, with the humor and over-the-top spy gadgets. My favorite spy is Agent I, going undercover as a giant mosquito, reminded me of Agent 13 in Get Smart who was always undercover as ridiculous, inanimate objects, such as a tree, washing machine, and the like.  A fun read for older children and their parents

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Ten Little Mummies written by Philip Yates and illustrated by G. Brian Karas

Ten mischievous mummies decided to get break their boredom by rushing out of their tomb and causing messes all over ancient Egypt. But each time they get in to trouble, one breaks off from the group. This humorous book is great for teaching children not only how to count forward, but backwards as well.

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