Happy New Year! I don’t believe in making resolutions but I do believe in doing my best every day. So after committing to 7 books a month for the end of 2023, I decided that I might want to change gears to free up more time for other things. However, I still enjoy children’s books. I do think I get a lot out of reading them so for 2024 I will be reading 5 books per month. So without further ado…
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So Say the Little Monkeys by Nancy Van Laan
So Say The Little Monkeys by Nancy Van Laan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
So Say the Little Monkeys by Nancy Van Laan is a fun story based on a story the Indians in Brazil made up to describe the fun-loving Blackmouth Monkeys that live in the tall palm trees along the Rio Negro. Every day the monkeys play in the sun and every night they wish they had made a proper shelter when the rain and wind comes. But each new day, they quickly become distracted from their attempts at work by the adventures to be had.
This musical type book is fun and engaging. The illustrations by Yumi Heo are simple, yet beautiful. This is a great story time book!
I got this book from the Longview Public Library. You can get your own copy of So Say the Little Monkeys by Nancy Van Laan on Amazon.
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How Raven Stole the Sun by Maria Williams
How Raven Stole the Sun by Maria Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
How Raven Stole the Sun by Maria Williams is a traditional Native American folklore story of the Tlingit Tribe. The story talks about the selfish chief that kept the stars, moon and sun in boxes so all people had to live by campfire. The Raven, known as a trickster, came up with a plan to get the chief to let the stars, moon and sun out of the boxes so everyone could benefit from their light.
The illustrations by Felix Vigil are beautiful. This book was created by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian and this is just one of a series. It offers 4 pages of information and pictures exploring Native culture. I really enjoyed this book.
I got this book from the Longview Public Library. You can get your own copy of How Raven Stole the Sun by Maria Williams on Amazon.
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A Second is a Hiccup by Hazel Hutchins
A Second Is A Hiccup by Hazel Hutchins
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Have you ever had a little one ask you to describe how long time is? A Second is a Hiccup by Hazel Hutchins gives kids a reference to time in ways most kids can understand. This book has a nice rhythm and rhyme and the illustrations by Kady MacDonald Denton are precious.
I got this book from the Longview Public Library. You can get your own copy of A Second is a Hiccup by Hazel Hutchins on Amazon.
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In The Night Garden by Carin Berger
In the Night Garden by Carin Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved this book! It was relaxing but inspiring. The art seemed like it should be multi-dimensional. I think I will be adding In The Night Garden by Carin Berger to my personal collection.
I got this book from the Longview Public Library. You can get your own copy of In The Night Garden by Carin Berger on Amazon.
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Is That Wise Pig? by Jan Thomas
Is That Wise, Pig? by Jan Thomas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Mouse, Cow and Pig are making soup but Pig has some funny ideas about some of the ingredients until we get to the end, of course. Is That Wise Pig? by Jan Thomas is an adorable tale that is perfect for little ones. The illustrations are simple and will be easy for additional conversation. The humor will even make this a fun read for adults.
I got this book from the Longview Public Library. You can get your own copy of IsThat Wise Pig? by Jan Thomas on Amazon.
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I did buy a few of the books I read last year. I can’t wait to share them with my great-nephews. At least one of the books in this review is on my watch list too. How do you find books that you love? Let me know!
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