Simple easy reader with the relatable premise of two kids who share a pleasant day with their Grandma sharing snacks and telling stories. Easy text foSimple easy reader with the relatable premise of two kids who share a pleasant day with their Grandma sharing snacks and telling stories. Easy text for beginning readers. The vibrant illustrations are an improvement over many books for this reading level. ...more
Simple beginning reader about two kids who go on a hike and discover a witch who makes fudge in her cauldron, instead of a spooky brew. Phonics soundsSimple beginning reader about two kids who go on a hike and discover a witch who makes fudge in her cauldron, instead of a spooky brew. Phonics sounds. ...more
Goofy humor reigns supreme in this beginner comic about a cat who has a sunflower as a friend. The humor is definitely at an elementary school level, Goofy humor reigns supreme in this beginner comic about a cat who has a sunflower as a friend. The humor is definitely at an elementary school level, and may inspire kids to create their own comics. ...more
Very simple easy reader that shows how kittens grow, with lots of adorable photos, of course. This is not only a high-interest beginning reader for yoVery simple easy reader that shows how kittens grow, with lots of adorable photos, of course. This is not only a high-interest beginning reader for young cat lovers, but can also be used in a science lesson that talks about how animals grow, and of course, a much more enlightened way to help kids learn about baby animals than irresponsibly allowing the family pet to have "oops" litters.
The only slip-up is the final page, which states that cats who are 1 year of age can have kittens of their own--in actuality, cats can have litters as young as 5 months old. This might offer some humane education conversations, as appropriate, about having cats fixed to make sure every kitten who is born has a lifelong forever home waiting. ...more
4.5 stars--Such a sweet story! The storyline is both engaging and informative, and the illustrations are adorable. A little wordy for a picture book, 4.5 stars--Such a sweet story! The storyline is both engaging and informative, and the illustrations are adorable. A little wordy for a picture book, so this one might be a better match with slightly older kids who have the patience to listen to a longer story, or are able to read on their own.
It's always wonderful to see books that celebrate the ways that people can help animals and nature, rather than just dwelling on the negatives. ...more
The familiar storyline of a surprise party is the theme of this simple easy reader. I'm not familiar with these characters, but they are cute.The familiar storyline of a surprise party is the theme of this simple easy reader. I'm not familiar with these characters, but they are cute....more
A delightful celebration of gardening and how it can bring together kids and grandparents. Fun fact: Kids who participate in gardening make healthier A delightful celebration of gardening and how it can bring together kids and grandparents. Fun fact: Kids who participate in gardening make healthier food choices! ...more
This is a very cute book about a canine odd couple--one who's athletic and exuberant, the other who's grumpy and reserved. When the pair meet at an (uThis is a very cute book about a canine odd couple--one who's athletic and exuberant, the other who's grumpy and reserved. When the pair meet at an (unusually harmonious) dog park, will they find a way to bond or are their personalities just too different? ...more
Despite the cover illustration, this book features real photos of people working in space exploration. Budding space enthusiasts will enjoy this look Despite the cover illustration, this book features real photos of people working in space exploration. Budding space enthusiasts will enjoy this look behind the scenes at mission control....more
A rather chaotic comic that imagines a canine social media network in which pups communicate with one another to find a missing friend. Kids' enjoymenA rather chaotic comic that imagines a canine social media network in which pups communicate with one another to find a missing friend. Kids' enjoyment of the comic will depend on their ability to read the small and busy text, and their own familiarity with the tech concepts being referenced.
Environmentally-minded parents won't like that there's a scene of balloons being intentionally released. ...more
It was, well, okay. A cute character named Catbug offers a variety of silly scenarios to help cheer up a reader who is having a bad day. This one makeIt was, well, okay. A cute character named Catbug offers a variety of silly scenarios to help cheer up a reader who is having a bad day. This one makes a references to other characters in an apparent series that I am unfamiliar with. There is also a jarring reference to a character being injured that seems to make this title not for the early reader set, despite its appearance and classification on e-book platforms. ...more
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