Book Reviews

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Bulldozer's Big Day By Candice Fleming A charming story about having big expectations. You
Dojo Daytrip By Chris Tougas Teaches that chaos can serve as a seedbed for doing good. Play
Birthday Rules By Laurie Friedman Suggestions for ways to celebrate birthdays. You
Book By David Miles A tribute to the benefits of a book. Attention
The Wolf-Birds By Willow Dawson An uplifting portrait of co-operation between ravens and wolves. Connections
The Fly By Peter Horacek A message from a housefly who doesn't get why other animals won't leave him alone. You
Owl Babies By Martin Wadell A picture book that teaches kids about the nurturing presence of mothers Love
Brother Giovanni's Little Reward By Anna Egan Smucker A pleasing story about the invention of the pretzel. Imagination
Changes By Charlotte Zolotow Poems on the seasons that provide pleasure and enchantment. Transformation
That's (Not) Mine By Anna Kang A thoroughly delightful morality tale about sharing things. Kindness
Just For Today By Saint John XXIII An exquisite Decalogue for Daily Living by the People's Pope. Love
To the Sea By Cale Atkinson Endearing story of the friendship of a lonely little boy and a whale who both feel invisible. Love
The Stranded Whale By Jane Yolen A heart-rending account of the effect of a whale-beaching on a little girl. X-The Mystery
Her Idea By Rilla Alexander A delightful book with vibrant illustrations that makes a good case for perseverance in children's creativity. Imagination
Edgar Wants to Be Alone By Jean-Francois Dumont Clever story that shows we can be our own worst enemies. Shadow
A Dog Day By Emily Rand Sweet tale reveals we sometimes need more empathy for our pets. Yearning
Out and About By Shirley Hughes A little girl explores the wonders of the four seasons. Wonder
Counting Crows By Kathi Appelt A wildly inventive children's counting picture book. Joy
Look By Edouard Manceau A playful book created to draw out the curious kid in all of us. Play
Butterfly Park By Elly Mackay An inspiring tale about how a little girl's love of butterflies leads to an experience of community. Love