Maisy Takes a Bath

Maisy loves taking a bath. She prepares the tub with lots of foamy bubbles. She helps duck float carefree in the warm water. But just before she can plop into a tubful of fun, "ding dong," the doorbell rings. It's Tallulah, ready to play tennis! Maisy passes on playtime because it's her bathtime. She runs upstairs to get undressed and jumps into the bubbly bath. The doorbell rings again. Dripping, Maisy answers the door to find Tallulah once more. Maisy says she cannot play because it's her bathtime, but she invites Tallulah to come and play later. Tallulah has a better idea. She runs passed Maisy, undresses, and splashes into the tantalizing tub. Hooray! Maisy and Tallulah found out that bathtime can be playtime. Cousins' colorful and familiar characters warm their way into readers' heart--and tubs. This children's book is for kids reading levels ages 2-5. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Asterix and the Magic Carpet

The first album of Asterix comics appeared in 1961 and soon became a raging bestseller in France, topping even Tintin. Originally created by the team of R. Goscinny and Uderzo, it has been continued for the past several decades since Goscinny's death by his partner. Asterix is imbued with very French sensibilities and has taken its time catching on in the United States, but the recent reissue of several numbers should remedy this situation. Asterix, of course, is a Gaul. A very short Gaul. His buddy Obelix is a huge Gaul (transporting menhirs by sheer back strength is his occupation, after all.) Together, they continually harass the entire Roman Empire in the year 50 B.C. Their garbled Latin is only one of the amusements involved. In this particular number, our heroes set off on a flying carpet with village bard Cacofonix to bring rain to drought-stricken India before the local princess is sacrificed to the gods. Cacofonix's singing is so dreadful that it always brings rain, except in this instance, when he loses his voice. Can the princess be saved from the executioner's block? This kids book is for kids reading levels ages 9-12. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other kids books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Alphabet Rescue

This is an adventure of the "little" letters of the alphabet who take a vacation to Alphabet City, where they were made. When the capital letters do not want them to help because they are too little, the little letters decide to fix up an old fire truck for themselves. They use the hose on their truck to help wash a dirty car, use their ladders and nets to rescue three letters from a tree, and when the letter?making factory is on fire, they have their chance to be heroes. The big fire engine breaks down on the way to the fire, so the big letters climb aboard the little letters' fire truck. They rescue three little "e's" at the factory and put out the fire. A big parade is held for all the alphabet heroes. The little letters return home just in time to help their friend Charley write a card to his grandparents. Each page contains all the alphabet letters for children to search and find. Colorful illustrations were digitally created using modeling software. It is a fun story and useful for children learning the alphabet and learning to identify small and capital letters. This children's book is for kids reading levels ages 0-4. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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The Popcorn Dragon

This new edition of the much-loved kid story of Dexter, a young dragon who loses all his friends when he shows off blowing smoke rings, retains its charm despite the pointed moral. McCue's new full-color illustrations capture the whimsical mood of the fable. The animals, although a bit too coy, have appealing human-like expressions which convey their envy and contempt. Dexter is a small creature with whom youngsters will readily identify. The resolution, in which he wins back his friends by sharing with them his new found ability to pop the corn straight from the husks, will thoroughly delight a new generation of children. This children's book is for kids reading levels ages 4-8. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Hot Fudge

It is great to see an early reader version of the popular "Bunnicula" chapter book series. Young readers are sure to become hooked on the beginner chapter books after reading the misadventures of these hilarious animals. Harold, a shaggy dog that belongs to the Monroe family, narrates the story about the day he and his fellow mates, Chester the cat and Howie the dog are in charge of guarding the house, especially the fresh-baked homemade fudge. As they awaken from a nap to a loud bang they discover a tray of fudge has turned white, while another one is missing. They suspect Bunnicula, the vampire bunny, who is locked in his cage and has tricked them in the past. When they discover the second tray of fudge is gone, they must chase and catch the thief. This is part of the "Ready-To-Read", Level 3 series. The Level 3 readers are described for children who are "reading proficiently" and have "rich vocabulary, more challenging stories, and longer chapters." The engaging plot will have readers craving more of the "Bunnicula" series. This children's book is for kids reading levels ages 6-8. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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The Curse of the Bologna Sandwich

Is Los Angeles ready for its newest superhero that just graduated from Superhero Academy? Melvin Beederman receives his first assignment, which takes him to Los Angeles to fight crime. As he settles into his hideout and job, Melvin reveals his strengths and weaknesses as a superhero who must abide by the Superhero code. What is a superhero without a sidekick? Through the mix up of capes, learn how Candace Brinkwater becomes his assistant crime fighter. The dynamic duo team up to capture the malodorous bank robbers, the McNasty Brothers. The smelly siblings, Grunge and Filthy McNasty, discover and use Melvin's weakness, bologna, to their benefit when planning a getaway. It is up to Melvin to use his brainpower to figure out a plan before Grunge and Filthy escape with their loot. In the back of the book, there is a brief profile of the superheroes, Melvin and Candace, along with the McNasty Brothers, a list of the Superhero Codes, and a very short biography of Melvin (before his entrance into the Superhero Academy). The artist, Rhode Montijo, uses a comical quality in the illustrations and includes his prototypes in designing the superheroes. Greg Trine spreads typical superhero cliches throughout the story and adds bits of narrator humor. This kids book is the first in the "Melvin Beederman, Superhero" series. This kids book is for kids reading levels ages 7-10. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other kids books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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26 Fairmount Avenue

In a real departure from his many other kid books, Tomie dePaola has written his first chapter book for kids. It is a reminiscence about his childhood and the building of the family home at 26 Fairmount Avenue. The voice is that of a young boy, and the world is seen through his eyes. He tells about how he keeps his grandmothers and great grandmother straight and how much he enjoys spending time with them and other members of his extended family. The chapter relating his viewing of the Disney version of Snow White is a hoot. The day of the big move into the new house has been eagerly anticipated. Throughout this kids book, young Tomie shares his excitement about the construction as well as his parent's angst. Black and white illustrations by the author are liberally sprinkled throughout the book. Kids who have moved up to chapter books will love this one. This kids book is for children reading levels ages 7-10. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other kids books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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A Color of His Own

Lionni's simple tall tale of a dissatisfied chameleon who finally finds happiness is as captivating now as it was when first published in 1975. We meet the green parrot, the red goldfish, the gray elephant, and the pink pig; "All animals have a color of their own, except for chameleons." Chameleons change color depending on where they are. The chameleon in this children's story hopes to find a color of his own, but the leaf he is on turns yellow and red and falls off the tree, leaving the chameleon black "in the long winter night." When he meets another chameleon in the spring who will stay by his side and change color with him, he can finally live "happily ever after." Watercolors on prepared papers are used to cut the simplest of shapes stuck on white pages. A strong contrast is made with the dark purple background for winter and the sharp green blades of grass for spring. The spare text offers lessons on color, on chameleons, and on friendship. This children's book is for kids reading levels ages 3-6. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

A little blonde girl stares out of her window at a twinkling celestial object, greets it with the traditional childhood rhyme of the title, and requests that she might have her wish that night. Her wish comes true when the smiling star appears in her window and takes her on a magical ride through the sky. The combination of serene, lovely landscapes and a cartoon, smiley faced star has a hodgepodge effect. The rhyming text, while serviceable, switches voice from the girl to the star with no punctuational differentiation, resulting in some confusion when reading aloud. Musical notation is included, which will make this useful as a lullaby. This little kids book is for children reading levels ages 2-5. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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How Santa Got His Job

A contemporary, funny, and truly original look at how Santa Claus acquired all the skills that have made him the great success he is today. As a young man, Santa wants no part of desks or offices. His first job is cleaning chimneys, and he is so good at getting up and down them that he never gets dirty. His second position is with the post office, delivering packages--but people dislike his zeal when he continues delivering into the night. Later, he cooks at an all-night diner (he gains a lot of weight), works at the zoo (he loves the reindeer best), and does a stint with the circus, where he meets elves who live "out of town and need someone to deliver toys." And, of course, the rest is history. Children will love the clever way in which the story builds, showing how Santa's diverse background prepared him perfectly for his Christmas Eve duties. Schindler's amusing, detailed ink drawings include full-page and half-page spreads, and are sometimes set in a white box against a background of want ad newsprint, also featured on the end papers. Krensky's spare text makes brilliant use of every word. A jolly choice for reading aloud during the holidays or as a spoof during career-study time. This Christmas children's book is for kids reading levels ages 4-8. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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The Winter Solstice

Why do the days get shorter in winter and longer in the summer time? This text heavy kids picture book explains it in both scientific and folkloric terms. Children will learn about the ways the ancient Romans, Celts, Scandinavians and other groups marked the changing of the seasons. Younger kids will need it read out loud to them, but a third or fourth grader could not only enjoy it on his/her own, but also use it as a resource for a school report on the solstice. The kids book is a "Children's Choice" selection of the International Reading Association/Children's Book Council. This children's book is for kids reading levels ages 6-10. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Thanksgiving Rules

Friedman's title for this work is a double entendre that both cheers for the holiday and hints at the guidance provided within it. In rhyming verse, narrator Percy Isaac Gifford (yes, pig) announces that he is a Thanksgiving expert whose list of 10 rules is essential information for everyone. From "smile and say pumpkin pie" to "life is sweeter when you eat sweets," Percy dashes through the holiday jotting off bits of wisdom to enhance the most food eccentric day of the year. Young readers may begin to feel nauseated by the time they reach his "Official Thanksgiving Decree," urging the reader to eat "EVERYTHING" and listing more than three dozen types of foods that might be found on the Thanksgiving buffet. But they will feel better once they pass the dessert page and find rule #10, "A hug makes the heart grow fonder." Even food-hound Percy knows that Thanksgiving isn't just about the buffet, but a "day to show your loved ones what they mean to you." There are no pilgrims to be found in the pages of this book, and no stiff history lessons. Instead, readers get a rollicking good romp through food and family festivities. Teachers may find this lively Thanksgiving book useful for launching discussion of students' own holiday practices or favorite Thanksgiving foods. This children's book is for kids reading levels ages 4-8. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Thanksgiving Day

Rebecca Rissman is an award-winning children’s author and editor. Her writing has been praised by School Library Journal, Booklist, Creative Child Magazine, and Learning Magazine. She has written more than 200 books about history, culture, science, and art. She lives in Chicago, Illinois with her husband and two daughters. She enjoys yoga, reading, and cooking. If you are looking to teach your young one the importance of Thanksgiving then this kids book is a great place to start to keep it simple. This children's book is for kids reading levels ages 4-8. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Election Day

Rebecca Rissman is an award winning children’s book author and editor. Her writing has been praised by School Library Journal, Booklist, Creative Child Magazine, and Learning Magazine. She has written over 200 books about history, culture, science, and art. She lives in Chicago, Illinois with her husband and two daughters. She enjoys yoga, reading, and cooking. This children's book introduces young readers to what it means to celebrate Election Day and shows them the importance of voting and why this holiday is so very special. This children's book does a good job at making it simple for the smallest of children to understand this complicated process. If you are looking to giving your child the basics of the process of election day, then this kids book is a great place to start. This children's book is for kids reading levels ages 4-8. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Moonlight: The Halloween Cat

Come follow this black cat as she wanders through town and enjoys her favorite evening of the year. Smiling pumpkins, the comfortable lap of a man made of straw, children in costumes, a full moon, and wild animals such as owls and raccoons are all welcome sights. This oversized kids Halloween book with its lush colors make this a Halloween treat. One double-page spread shows a street of houses with witches, a princess, a bee and others going door-to-door for trick-or-treat while another shows the cat from the back perched on a branch and looking at a huge moon ("yellow and wide"). It is perfect for preschool story hour and for parents who are introducing their young children to this holiday. It is positive and upbeat, focusing on the light side and leaving out the spooky. The text is short and simple, yet expressive. "Pumpkins smile at her. Straw laps welcome her." This will be very popular with the preschool set. This Halloween kids book is for kids reading levels ages 4-8. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other kids books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Cam Jansen & the Ghostly Mystery

This kids book is number 16 in a series of detective stories starring Jennifer Jansen, a fifth-grader who has acquired the nickname "Cam" as a result of her photographic memory. This adventure begins as Cam, her friend Eric, and Cam's Aunt Molly are waiting in line to buy tickets for a concert. A man disguised as a ghost robs the ticket counter as police are distracted by an old man who has fallen unconscious. Cam's mind "clicks" like a camera to capture the image of the ghost, and she then tracks down the thief with Eric's help. Adler combines suspense with good, light humor to unfold this mystery. This kids mystery carries on the tradition of the others in this popular series for early chapter- book readers. While in line for "Triceratops Pops" concert tickets, Cam witnesses a robbery but cannot identify the disguised thief. Of course, she uses her intelligence, along with her photographic memory, to solve the case and catch the crooks. Adler delivers another satisfying story that moves quickly enough for young readers or reluctant readers. Frequent pen and ink drawings capture the action and the characters' personalities. Sure to be in high demand wherever Cam Jansen stories are read. This Halloween kids book is for kids reading levels ages 4-8. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other kids books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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A Lucky Luke Adventure : Ghost Town

Set in an idealized Wild West Lucky Luke graphic novels are well drawn in color and have a solid plot. The main characters are the hero Lucky Luke (white hat) and his smart, back-talking horse Jolly Jumper. Characters from other Lucky Luke novels also show up throughout the series.
Story line: Two no good, down and out gamblers stir up trouble in a mining town in the Wild West. They try to take over a gold mine from a stubborn old miner who has a mine with no gold. Per the format Lucky Luke saves the day. Sounds prosaic, but Goscinny's trademark humor is evident throughout and makes this kids book work. Try it, you'll like it. This kids book is for kids reading levels ages 9-12. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other kids books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Room on the Broom

The witch loses her hat, leading to a series of misadventures, each of which adds another passenger on her broom. The combined weight finally snaps the broom, leaving the witch at the mercy of a mean, hungry dragon. She is saved by her clever flying companions, and the jolly verses end with them all flying happily together on a larger, "truly magnificent broom." In large, colorful, action-filled scenes and vignettes, Scheffler depicts an appealing pig tailed witch, a benign landscape, and a magical world in a humorous, cartoon-y style. Even the final confrontation between the dragon and the "horrible beast" of her friends is conceived for fun, not fright. This Halloween kids book is for kids reading levels ages 4-8.  Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other kids books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Trixie The Halloween Fairy

With its "Rainbow Magic" series, the publisher seeks to tap into current fascination with make believe fairies. This "special edition" series Halloween kids book has particular appeal, focusing as it does on the fun, intriguing holiday of Halloween. Rachel and Kirsty are looking forward to trick-or-treating as fairies, but their plans are quickly disrupted by the mean-spirited antics of Jack Frost. Frost had his goblins steal three magical pieces of Halloween candy from Trixie, the Halloween Fairy. Fortunately, they lost the candy in the process; at least they do not have it! Unfortunately, unless Trixie can find the candies and return them to Fairyland before Frost's minions find them, Halloween will be ruined! That is where Rachel and Kirsty come in. Trixie needs the girls' help to find the chocolate bar, candy corn, and caramel apple. The pacing of this Halloween kids book is slow, and the action is surprisingly passive. The true hero of the kids book seems to be Trixie's Fairyland kitten Moonlight. Still, fairy-mad readers are likely to enjoy this Halloween kids book, and the low cost might justify its purchase as an appealing holiday-specific option for middle readers. This Halloween kids book is for kids reading levels ages 9-12. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other kids books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Sams First Halloween

Sam is learning about Halloween. She sees the kids come in costumes and when they say trick or treat, they get some candy. Wow, Sam wants some of this action, but her owners Joan and Bob do not seem to have a clue that Sam wants some candy. Sam grabs a towel and pretends to be a ghost when the next group of kids come to the door, Finally, even though candy is not for dogs, Joan and Bob get the message and decide to let Sam have a treat. The final page shows a smiling puppy face with paws on a jack-o-lantern wishing that Halloween could take place everyday. These children's books are perfect for animal-loving children who are just learning to read. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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