Book Review #69

 You're My Little Bookworm

Author: Nicola Edwards  
Illustrator: Natalie Marshall
Publisher: Silver Dolphin Books, 2021

ISBN: 978-1645176787

Reading Level: 3 months - 2 years

Genre/Theme/Style: Children's Picture Books, Holidays, Reading, Nursery Rhymes, Libraries, and Board Books. 

I Gave This Book 5 Roars!🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁

Why 5 Roars? This is a cute little Storytime or bedtime book for babies and younger readers. It would make a nice addition to a library and it would be great for educators teaching rhyming and rhythms. This board book also encourages parents to read to their baby bookworms. 

Critical Analysis: This book is part of the You’re My Little series and is perfect for young readers. There are eight additional books in this series to explore. Simple rhymes and cheerful illustrations are wonderful for entertaining little ones.  The sturdy die-cuts are a nice tactile touch to help engage babies.

   “Come here, my little bookworm,

Let’s snuggle up and read.

Adventures bold, new worlds unfold,

Just us, that’s all we need.”

Connections: You're My Little Honey Bunny, You're My Little Pumpkin Pie, and You're My Little Cuddle Bug are part of this fun series.

Happy Valentine's Day!

 

Book Review #68

 Happy Valentine's Day Mouse! 

Author: Laura Numeroff  
Illustrator: Felicia Bond 
Publisher: Balzer + Bray, 2019

ISBN: 978-0061804328

Reading Level: Younger Readers

Main Characters: Mouse

Plot: Mouse is making Valentines for all of his friends. He considers what each of his friends are good at and what they enjoy. He then creates his Valentines for each friend with this special consideration in mind. Knowing his friends helps him to connect with them and make them feel special. They in turn show up at his house to help make him feel special on Valentine’s Day.

Settings: Mouse is at home making Valentines for his friends.
 
Genre/Theme/Style: Children's Books, Holidays, Friends, Valentine's Day.

I Gave This Book 5 Roars! 🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁

Why 5 Roars? When my son was small, he loved the "Mouse" books.  I bought this book for my grandchildren to read for Valentine’s Day. It is a simple and sweet way to teach younger children about how each of us are special.  

Critical Analysis: We are all special and have our own strengths and talents. Mouse helps to remind young readers of this idea.  The board book is great for little hands and the illustrations are straightforward and colorful.

"This title follows Mouse as he makes valentines for all of his friends," ~~ School Library Journal.

Connections: Happy Valentine's Day Mouse! Read Aloud