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A Tiger Called Thomas

Brittany — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 01:13:10 +0000

A Tiger Called Thomas, by Charlotte Zolotow
For a little boy who just moved into a new house, making friends is not an easy task. However, after his mom has him try on a tiger Halloween costume, Thomas isn’t scared to trick-or-treat because no one will recognize him. When the other children in the neighborhood see though his disguise and say “hello” anyway, Thomas realizes that maybe he can make friends without a disguise. And, hopefully, your child may learn from Thomas’ discovery of the joys of friendship this Halloween time.

Copy Me, Copycub

Brittany — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:35:16 +0000

Copy Me, Copycub, by Richard Edwards
This charming book tells the story of a young bear cub and his mother as the seasons pass. When winter arrives, Copycub’s mother encourages him to follow her to their bear cave. This read might make your own cub want to snuggle up for a winter’s nap, too.

Halloween Monster

Brittany — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 22:28:58 +0000

Halloween Monster, illustrated by Catherine Stock
Many young trick-or-treaters can relate to little Tommy who is too afraid of Halloween to really be excited about all the fun. After Tommy and his mom make a monster costume, Tommy meets his friend Billy to go trick-or-treating and the monster says, “Tommy didn’t want to go. But I do.” You will enjoy reading this festive book with its fun water-colored illustrations as the days to Halloween near.

Is That You Winter?

Brittany — Sat, 27 Jan 2007 01:39:37 +0000

Is That You, Winter?, by Stephen Gammell
When Old Man Winter awakens to bring winter to the world, he gloomily wonders whether everyone even notices him. But when a little girl picks him up, he is reassured that his efforts are appreciated. The unique and colorful illustrations will be a refreshing glimpse for your child into a different side of this chilly season.

Little Fern’s First Winter

Brittany — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 19:37:09 +0000

Little Fern’s First Winter, by Jane Simmons
After Mama Rabbit tells Fern that winter is coming, Fern runs outside to play hide-and-seek. But when all the other animals won’t let Fern hide with them because they’re getting ready for the first snow, Fern doesn’t understand. She soon discovers the delights of snow after uncovering her friend from beneath its layers. The simple, clean pictures beautifully reveal the freshness of a newly fallen snow.

Once Upon a Picnic

Brittany — Thu, 01 Feb 2007 18:15:19 +0000

Once Upon a Picnic, by John Prater, portrays a picnic outing from the active imagination of a little boy. While his parents are enjoying their meal, the boy imagines fairy tales coming to life around their picnic lunch. Your child will enjoy each colorful page as you help him recognize different fairy tale stories depicted.