Aww! Wonderfully sweet illustrations celebrate love in this sweet, reassuring book. It's adorable to look at, and a gentle reminder that other speciesAww! Wonderfully sweet illustrations celebrate love in this sweet, reassuring book. It's adorable to look at, and a gentle reminder that other species love their babies, too. ...more
This is a simple first look at fruits and vegetables from seed to harvest, growing in a variety of situations from backyard gardens to large croplandsThis is a simple first look at fruits and vegetables from seed to harvest, growing in a variety of situations from backyard gardens to large croplands. Each page has a lot of open-ended questions, which could spark some good discussions or could overwhelm young listeners, depending upon their knowledge of the subject matter. ...more
This is a collection of shorter-form stories about a variety of cold cases in the Cleveland area--some have been solved, and some sadly remain a mysteThis is a collection of shorter-form stories about a variety of cold cases in the Cleveland area--some have been solved, and some sadly remain a mystery. ...more
If you're looking for a wacky read, it doesn't get much more screwball than this one. Super silly story that features a sock mega-mart and a lesson leIf you're looking for a wacky read, it doesn't get much more screwball than this one. Super silly story that features a sock mega-mart and a lesson learned the hard way about the need to keep our feet clean. ...more
Not a lot happens in this one...it's basically reactions of a variety of characters to a stunning bit of news proclaimed by a powerful figure. HoweverNot a lot happens in this one...it's basically reactions of a variety of characters to a stunning bit of news proclaimed by a powerful figure. However, we do have the promised return of one beloved character!...more
This is a short true crime examination of a case that was once quite famous but has now been largely forgotten by the general public. Nonetheless, theThis is a short true crime examination of a case that was once quite famous but has now been largely forgotten by the general public. Nonetheless, the Crimmins case--which put a woman's unconventional behavior on trial more than the actual murders--remains an influential one in the legal system. ...more
In this very busy book with vibrant, childlike illustrations, a little girl struggles with the fallout of a mistake-filled day in which everything seeIn this very busy book with vibrant, childlike illustrations, a little girl struggles with the fallout of a mistake-filled day in which everything seems to go wrong. Lots of culture and vocabulary and nice modelling of a parent helping a child overcome a bad day. ...more
Our hero is overwhelmed when he volunteers to babysit all of the jungle youngsters. This one has the energy of a classic Disney cartoon short, and it'Our hero is overwhelmed when he volunteers to babysit all of the jungle youngsters. This one has the energy of a classic Disney cartoon short, and it's a lot of fun. ...more
Well, that was certainly unique. Tedward is a hapless, square-headed guy who stumbles through a variety of NSFW adventures. The comic has a very '90s Well, that was certainly unique. Tedward is a hapless, square-headed guy who stumbles through a variety of NSFW adventures. The comic has a very '90s underground feel to it. ...more
4.5 stars--It's always great to find a modern graphic novel that actually has an interesting and understandable storyline, told in a compelling way. I4.5 stars--It's always great to find a modern graphic novel that actually has an interesting and understandable storyline, told in a compelling way. I know that sounds like a low bar but it seems so increasingly uncommon in the GN world that I truly appreciate it!
WHERE THE BODY WAS is a whodunit that examines the secrets and scandals hiding just under the surface of a sleepy suburban neighborhood. It is, it should be noted, an adult story with NSFW illustrations, so this might not be one you want to prop up on the treadmill at the gym!...more
As long as the audience is old enough to "get it," this book is a hoot. It's a super silly compendium of all of the reasons fish can't be trusted, witAs long as the audience is old enough to "get it," this book is a hoot. It's a super silly compendium of all of the reasons fish can't be trusted, with more than a few actual nature lessons snuck in. The illustrations are laugh-out-loud funny and creative. ...more
Thematically, it's similar to NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED, but a lot more kinetic and wacky, with plenty of French vocab words!Thematically, it's similar to NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED, but a lot more kinetic and wacky, with plenty of French vocab words!...more
3.5 stars--Kids who love to draw (and sometimes create art in unique and not-always-appreciated places) will love and appreciate this one. The artwork3.5 stars--Kids who love to draw (and sometimes create art in unique and not-always-appreciated places) will love and appreciate this one. The artwork is so vibrant the colors just leap off the page.
Although, not all parents will be on board with a small child walking a decent distance by themselves, without apparently telling anyone, to find a spot to do art! ...more
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