Saturday, November 21, 2009

Young Cam Jansen and the 100th Day of School Mystery by David A. Adler

Young Cam Jansen and the 100th Day of School Mystery by David A. Adler

Illustrated by Susanna Natti

Abstract: To celebrate their 100th day of school, Cam and Eric's class party will have snacks that start with "P"--pretzels, popcorn, pineapple juice, and pizza. But when the pizza disappears from the kitchen, it's up to Cam and her photographic memory to solve this delicious mystery.

Viking, 2009.

Sunday, November 15, 2009

The Frogs and Toads All Sang by Arnold Lobel

The Frogs and Toads All Sang by Arnold Lobel

Color by Adrianne Lobel

Abstract: Presents a linked collection of ten short stories in rhyme featuring frogs, toads, and polliwogs.

HarperCollins Publishers, 2009.

Friday, November 6, 2009

Pigs Make Me Sneeze! by Mo Willems

Pigs Make Me Sneeze! by Mo Willems

Abstract: Gerald believes he is allergic to his best friend! Will he have to stay away from Piggie forever?

Hyperion Books for Children, 2009.

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Mouse and Mole: Fine Feathered Friends by Wong Herbert Yee

Mouse and Mole: Fine Feathered Friends by Wong Herbert Yee

Abstract: When spring arrives, Mole and Mouse find a unique way to bird watch.

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2009.

Friday, October 23, 2009

ACPL Mock Geisel 2010 Reading List #3

This is the third of four reading lists for this year's Mock Geisel at the Allen County Public Library. We'd love to hear what you think about these books. Just click on the titles below to leave comments about each book. If you would like to suggest a book for the next list, send me an email or leave a comment here. Look for the other two lists here.

1. Bones and the Roller Coaster Mystery by David Adler, illustrated by Barbara Johansen Newman
2. Monkeys and the Universe by Kate Banks, illustrated by Tomek Bogacki
3. Let's Do Nothing! by Tony Fucile
4. Make Way for Dyamonde Daniel by Nikki Grimes, illustrated by R. Gregory Christie
5. Pony Scouts: Really Riding by Catherine Hapka, pictures by Anne Kennedy
6. This is My Town by Mercer Mayer
7. Pearl and Wagner: One Funny Day by Kate McMullan, pictures by R.W. Alley
8. Uh-oh Max by Jon Scieszka, illustrated by David Shannon, Loren Long, & David Gordon
9. Dog and Bear: Three to Get Ready by Laura Vaccaro Seeger
10. Can You Make a Scary Face? by Jan Thomas

Friday, October 16, 2009

Make Way for Dyamonde Daniel by Nikki Grimes

Make Way for Dyamonde Daniel by Nikki Grimes

Illustrated by R. Gregory Christie

Abstract: Spunky third-grader Dyamonde Daniel misses her old neighborhood, but when she befriends a boy named Free, another new student at school, she finally starts to feel at home.

G.P. Putnam's Sons, 2009.

Monday, October 12, 2009

Brenda Berman, Wedding Expert

Brenda Berman, Wedding Expert by Jane Breskin Zalben

Illustrated by Victoria Chess

Abstract: When Brenda's favorite uncle decides to marry, Brenda sees visions of a gold lamé flower-girl's outfit, until Uncle Harry and his bride-to-be show up with her niece. Includes cake recipe.

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company, 2009.