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The
Giving Tree
Shel Silverstein
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Unconditional and selfless love. Even
to this day, THE GIVING TREE makes me want to cry. The
special relationship between an apple tree and a human
being, through his various life-stages, beautifully
demonstrate the relationship of the giving spirit and
a complicated human race. Meaningful and lasting lessons
are contained on these pages - themselves the gift of
another giving tree.
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Click,
Clack, Moo : Cows That Type
Doreen Cronin (Author)
Betsy Lewin (Illustrator)
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This book is great.
Every time it says "Click, clack, moo," I get
a feeling of glee inside. Typing cows? That's silly! But
these cows type alright and are living proof that knowledge
is truly empowering as the animals finally are able to
stand up for their rights. Super silly and super sweet.
Click, clack, buy this book! Click, clack, buy this book! |
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The
Story of Ferdinand
Munro Leaf (Author)
Robert Lawson (Illustrator)
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1936. After reading
a bunch of children's books, this one from 1936 still
stands proud as one of the best children's books ever
written. If the phrase "Stop and smell the roses"
means anything to you, then Ferdinand is, without a doubt,
one of the most special and memorable personalities ever
created. This children's classic is a necessary item in
every kid's collection. |
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The
Three Pigs
David Wiesner
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If David Wiesner
continues to write children's books like this, we're going
to have to build him his own website. This legendary children's
book writer does it yet again with THE THREE PIGS - a
highly deconstructed tale of tales, and tails. With his
guidance, we shatter our conceptual boundaries and break
free into a limitless realm of exploration and camaraderie.
As always, his artwork is as brilliant as his ability
to break every rule. Magnificent! |
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Where
the Wild Things Are
Maurice Sendak
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A classic. Maurice
Sendak's story and illustrations are both superb. This
is a story that embraces the instinctual and rebellious
spirit. As Max's solitary room transforms itself into
a far-off island, for a time at least, his wild side becomes
his greatest asset as here Max is crowned "king of
all wild things." Having embraced his whole, Max
is home in time for a hot supper. |
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The
Rainbow Fish
Marcus Pfister
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The creative use of the glittery foil
instantly makes this book a special one. The artwork
that contains it, itself is beautiful. Working together,
this book is an innovative and visual treat. When you
combine this with a rich and meaningful story, then
you have all the makings for a classic. The story suggests
that though the rewards of vanity appear grand, they
will never compare with the true joy of selfless giving.
THE RAINBOW FISH, indeed, is a classic.
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The
Salamander Room
Anne Mazer (Author)
Steve Johnson and Lou Fancher (Illustrators)
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Review coming soon.
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Counting
Kisses
Karen Katz
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A perfect bedtime book - one I can imagine
coming alive and bringing happiness with its interactive
theme much like HERE COME THE TICKLE BUGS!
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Little
Miss Spider
David Kirk
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For his outstanding talents as an illustrator,
David Kirk needs to be in here. I chose to review LITTLE
MISS SPIDER for its sweetness and simplicity, though
the artwork in Nova's
Ark is what truly blows me away! LITTLE MISS SPIDER
is a touching story of a newborn spider in search of
her mother. At the end, we are all taught a lesson that
seems to linger, making this book a superb one. "For
finding your mother, there's one certain test. You must
look for the creature who loves you the best."
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Baloney
(Henry P.)
Jon Scieszka (Author)
Lane Smith (Illustrator)
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As I was pondering whether or not to
review this book, I was struck by its giadrams and cucalations
so fantastic, it warped my "doofbrain," and
I was forced to crown it kuningas. Reading this was
fun. The artwork was pleasing to look at, and the story
passed the Tickle Bug silly test with flying colors.
This book also serves as a good bridge to learning other
languages. A fun book to own.
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