Book Reviews

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A Little Bitty Man and Other Poems for the Very Youn… By Halfdan Rasmussen Playful and light-hearted poems that will elicit children's laughter. Imagination
Bailey By Harry Bliss Fun story about the day in the life of an enthusiastic dog who loves going to school. Enthusiasm
Passing the Music Down By Sarah Sullivan A touching story about music, mentoring, and the communal nature of music. Reverence
If I Had My Way . . . By Rock S. Wilson A children's book that nips in the bud the problem of thinking you can always get what you want. Shadow
Cougar CubTales By Sharon Cramer A children's book that illustrates how openness leads to unity. Unity
Mindful Monkey, Happy Panda By Lauren Alderfer A wonderful children’s book about the Buddhist practice of mindfulness. Attention
A Butterfly Is Patient By Dianna Hutts Aston A short but sweet glimpse into the wonderful world of butterflies. Beauty
Brother Sun, Sister Moon By Katherine Paterson An exquisitely beautiful blend of writing and design that vividly conveys St. Francis’s sweep of praise for all creation. Gratitude
Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site By Sherri Duskey Rinker A rousing bedtime story about the natural rhythm of work and rest for trucks. Nurturing
Ferret Fun By Karen Rostoker-Gruber Play seen as a problem solver and an antidote to bullying. Play
How Things Work in the Yard By Lisa Campbell Ernst Strange and enlightening experiences we can have in our own yards with things, plants, and animals. Attention
Around the World in One Shabbat By Durga Yael Bernhard A wonderful and reverent salute to Shabbat as it is experienced by Jews around the world. Devotion
A Child's Book of Celtic Prayers By Joyce Denham A glimpse into the devotional lives of Celtic Christians and their everyday spirituality. Devotion
Any Room for Me? By Loek Koopmans A playful children's book about kindness and the impermanence of all things. Kindness
Merci Mister Dash! By Monica Kulling A well-mannered dog forced to spend time with a little girl he sees as a wild child. Kindness
Grandma's Wedding Album By Harriet Ziefert The vital role grandparents can play in explaining important rituals in life through a trip down memory lane. Love
Ayat Jamilah: Beautiful Signs By Freda Crane, Sarah Conover A top-drawer collection of Islamic stories and folktales for families to read aloud and respond to with their hearts. Meaning
Harmony By Chen Hui, Sarah Conover An excellent and much-needed collection of 24 stories offering a glimpse into China designed for parents and their children to read aloud. Meaning
Kindness By Sarah Conover An impressive collection of Buddhist stories and fables for children and parents to read out loud. Meaning
Press Here By Herve Tullet A creative and playful interactive book for kids of all ages. Play