Kids Blog: Books
Thank you for the wild rumpus, Maurice!
Children’s book author and illustrator Maurice Sendak passed away yesterday. Sendak is probably best known for his book Where the Wild Things Are but did you know the library carries many other books written by him? Here are some of my favorite books by Maurice Sendak:
Poor Bumble-Ardy, this little piggy grew up without ever having a birthday party. That changes when he goes to live with his Aunt. After receiving a cowboy outfit for his birthday, Bumble-Ardy decides to throw a masquerade party and invite all the piggies in town. Everything is just great til his aunt gets off work and finds Bumble-Ardy the ringleader in this crazy circus!
This classic is about a boy named Max, whose mischievous actions get him sent to his room without his supper. Max’s imagination takes him to a distant and odd land where he encounters large, scary creatures known as the Wild Things. These wild things recognize that Max is even more wild than they are and make him their leader. Everyone celebrates with a wild rumpus and Max proves to be the wildest of them all! But soon Max realizes that he misses home and that he doesn’t want to be a wild thing forever, so he heads back home not sure about what he’ll find.
Pierre doesn’t care about anything. He doesn’t care that he pours syrup in his hair, he doesn’t care that his parents send him to bed early for misbehaving, he doesn’t even care when a lion wants to eat him! Pierre learns a valuable lesson from the lion that will have your kids thinking twice before saying, "I don’t care” as a response to your questions!
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Books, Easy Picture Book
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Mother's Day Reads
It's no secret that moms are special people. They are so special, in fact, that there is a whole day devoted to celebrating all the wonderful and amazing things about moms! One of the things I loved to do with my mom when I was growing up was to share a story with her. We would take turns reading pages and pointing out various things in the pictures like a fuzzy cat or some funny shoes. Make some special memories and share a story with your mom or any mom in your life this Mother’s Day!
Did I leave your favorite book about moms off the list? Is there a book on this list that is special to you? Let me know!
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Dinosaur Books!
I loved reading books about dinosaurs when I was a kid! I remember taking The Great Dinosaur Atlas off my bookshelf time after time to reread it. Getting lost amongst the stegosaurus and brontosaurus and tyrannosaurs was one of my favorite things to do! Working in a library has taught me that I am not alone in my love for all things dinos-- every other kid who comes into the library wants to know where the dinosaur books are. I’ve created this booklist for the dinosaur lover in your house. Did I leave your favorite off the list?
Fiction
Non-Fiction
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April is National Poetry Month!
I love National Poetry Month! When I was a little girl, my dad regularly recited poetry in the house, in the car, at the grocery store, anywhere and everywhere. At a very young age, I learned to appreciate Edgar Allan Poe, Samuel Taylor Coleridge and Robert Frost. This is why I am so inspired every April by other poets, fans of poetry, and all the wonderful poems you can find in the public library.
Whether you are a first-time reader of poetry, are looking for something new to love, or want to re-discover some old favorites, why not choose a book from this list and start celebrating poetry!
Good Ol' Poetry (appropriate for everyone)
Novels in Verse (appropriate for Grades 3 - 6)
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The Color Green
Spring is around the corner and St. Patrick’s day is coming up, what better way to get into the spirit than with some green books! I love the color green so this list is full of books with green covers or green titles or books with something green inside. It may not be easy being green (or so Kermit the frog says!), but it sure can be fun! Let us know if we left your favorite green thing off our list!
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Celebrate Black History Month with Picture Books
February is Black History Month and sharing picture books can be a great way to explore the African American experience in the United States. Whether you’re looking for a book to share with your child or share with a group, we’ve selected some of our favorites.
Also, check out some Coretta Scott King Book Award winners!
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Love is in the Air: Books for Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is around the corner! This was always one of my favorite days at school when I was younger. I had such fun picking out the perfect valentine cards for my friends, decorating a box for all my valentines, and making crafts out of conversation hearts. Check out some of these Valentine's Day/love books to read or share!
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Book Review...Zombie in Love by Kelly DiPucchio
Mortimer is a sad, lonely zombie man looking for love. His attempts to woo potential girlfriends with a box of chocolates covered in worms, a real heart, and a diamond ring with a finger still attached fall flat. Poor Mortimer, no one seems interested. He then gets an idea to put an ad in the local newspaper looking for the perfect ghoul girl to meet him at the Cupid’s Ball. Check out this humorous yet sweet tale to see if Mortimer ever finds love.
I bet you’re thinking, “No way can zombies be sweet and adorable” but author Kelly DiPucchio and artist Scott Campbell make it happen. Mortimer and his pet worms are cute and appealing and you’re constantly rooting for him to find his true love. The story never gets gross, but is icky enough to be funny and make a few people squirm in anticipation. This is one of those books that has broad appeal from young zombie fans to teens and adults.
Other books by Kelly DiPucchio:
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Sarah's Top 5 of 2011
5. The Wikkeling by Steven Arntson
The Wikkeling is a chilling dystopian tale for children. And what can happen when the monitors are no longer watching. Read my original review.
4. The Shadows by Jacqueline West
Who wouldn't love a story about a magical house with three cats named Horatio, Harvey and Leopold? This 2011 Bluebonnet is probably one of my favorites. The sequel delights just as much as the first with an obsessive twist. Read my original review.
3. Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos by R.L. LaFevers
The British museum Theodosia's parents work for is absolutely crawling with Ancient Egyption curses. And she is the only one who even knows they're there! When strange things happen, most people shrug it off as coincidence, but not Theodosia. Not only can she see the curses, she can also remove them. Join Theodosia as she protects not only her parents, but the entire world from some of Egypt's most deadly remains. Ok, so I like mummies. There's a mummy tale on my Top 5 List on the Library Ninja Blog as well. You just can't go wrong with a tale about a mummy curse.
2. Wonderstruck by Brian Selznick
I have marveled at Brian Selznick's work since I first laid eyes on Caldecott Award Winner The Invention of Hugo Cabret. Selznick's storytelling through both words and pictures is absolutely astounding. If you have not read either of these two, you need to put them on hold now!
1. Knuffle Bunny by Mo Willems
I absolutely adore each of these three books. I have bought these books as presents for new parents. I recommend them to teachers. I have used them during storytimes. I own these books and I have no children of my own at present. These books are a beautiful example of one little girl's love of her stuffed rabbit and what it means to grow up with it. And that they are based on Mo Willems' own daughter makes the stories even more endearing. For any child who has a special stuffed friend and every parent (or anybody, really), Knuffle Bunny will steal your heart and never return it.
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