We're Hungry Too by Sylvia Green My review: 3 of 5 stars The concept of thinking of the needs of others is a good one, and the illustrations were pretty good, but I thought the text left something to be desired. It simply wasn't catchy or clever or particularly interesting. I doubt this is one that children would want to read more than once. I did like the resources at … [Read more...] about We’re Hungry Too by Sylvia Green #ChildrensBookReview @ivpress
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Candlewick Press begins a year-long celebration of picture books
Candlewick Press began in August with what will be a year-long celebration of picture books. They will feature authors, illustrators, and others in short video clips. To enjoy these videos and share in the celebration visit http://www.readingstartshere.com/. Featured below is today's video. … [Read more...] about Candlewick Press begins a year-long celebration of picture books
Book Review: Simon and the Easter Miracle by Mary Joslin
Simon and the Easter Miracle tells the story of a farmer who is on his way to market when he encounters Jesus being beaten and forced to carry his cross on the way to his crucifixion. Simon is enlisted by the Roman soldiers to help Jesus carry the cross. This encounter changes the way Simon views the world. The author does a good job with the telling of the story. The text is … [Read more...] about Book Review: Simon and the Easter Miracle by Mary Joslin
Reading on the job
I supervise four library assistants, and I encourage them to read as many children's books as possible. My rule about reading on the job is simple: If we are slow, by all means read a book; but, it must be a children's book. One of my assistants is a college-aged girl who recently discovered Skippyjon Jones by Judy Schachner. Skippyjon Jones is a Siamese cat who thinks he's … [Read more...] about Reading on the job