The Children’s Book Review Published: January 6, 2010 Pelican and Pelicant by Sarah Froeber (Author), Andy Thorn (Music) Reading level: Ages 4-8 Audio CD Publisher: Shoofly Audio Source: Author What to expect: Intrepidity, Self-confidence, Friendship, There is a clear and timely message in the story of Pelican and Pelicant: friendship, encouragement, and a little bravery, can really travel a long way. Pelican is an “I think I can” kind of bird—champing at the bit with confidence. Pelicant is an “I can not” kind of bird—shy and uncertain. Together, these characters create an engaging tale of the fun that comes from…
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By Kim Groshek for The Children’s Book Review Published: November 30, 2009 Author Showcase: A place for authors and illustrators to gain visibility for their works.* Bug’s Trip to the Store By K. M. Groshek Reading level: Ages 4-8 Paperback: 36 pages Publisher: Eloquent Books (November 16, 2009) A “Bug” Teaches Children the Importance of Never Giving Up…Even When Things Seem Too Difficult.
Press release provided to the The Children’s Book Review by the Library of Congress and the Children’s Book Council. Published: January 5, 2009 Author of “Bridge to Terabithia” Chooses “Read for Your Life” as Theme for Platform Katherine Paterson, two-time winner of the National Book Award and Newbery Medal, was today named National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature by Librarian of Congress James H. Billington. Paterson will serve in the position during 2010 and 2011; she succeeds Jon Scieszka, appointed in 2008, who was the first person to hold the title. Katherine Paterson has chosen “Read for Your Life” as the theme for her platform.
Published: December 29, 2009 The Children’s Book Review happily shares the following information from The Book Chook: Literacy Lava is a free pdf ezine for parents, offering tips on ways to incorporate reading, writing and communicating into family life. This is another great issue, exploding with tips for parents about ways to encourage literacy in family life. Find out what your local library has to offer, read ideas on making books with kids, sneak some learning into shopping, discover games that build literacy skills, develop imagination while playing Grocery Store, make writing part of your family’s life, read why picture…
Courtesy of Reading is Fundamental Published: December 28, 2009 What’s Involved? A home library doesn’t have to be elaborate or expensive to provide rich reading experiences. Fancy books aren’t necessarily the best way to capture a child’s imagination. But a good family library does involve time and space—time to find materials that will interest all the readers in the family, and space to keep and enjoy them. Here are some questions that might come to mind as you plan a family library:
As the season of giving is reaching its peak, it’s important to remember that book donations are appreciated all year round and can truly impact a child’s life in a positive way.
Mrs. Claus Explains It All is a must-have for any family with kids that are puzzled by the magic behind Santa’s skills, or, for the kids who are on the verge of becoming non-believers. Its question-and-answer format is attractively presented with illustrations by DavidWenzel. Each question is illustrated as a hand written note by a child— Dear Mrs. Claus, I saw Santa on T.V. and he didn’t look the same!—and each response is answered in a grandmotherly way: This must be confusing, with all the many versions of Santa Claus and the North Pole on screen and on stage, but that’s the price of popularity. …
At $3.99 for the book—which is actually a pretty sweet, little story—and $4.99 for the Winter Wish Pony, this is a good value option! My daughter has a bunch of ponies, so, when she saw this book she wasecstatic.
By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review Published: December 18, 2009 “There is no one book that is right for all kids. But there are all kinds of crazy, interesting, and amazing books out there. It’s our job to help kids find that book that will inspire them to want to become readers.” ~ Jon Scieszka
Congratulations to Bobbie Hinman and Mark Wayne Adams for your Gold Medal win in the Mom’s Choice Awards! We love your book The Belly Button Fairy, along with The Knot Fairy and The Sock Fairy. We look forward to your nest offering.