Monthly Archives: January 2018

Henry Knox – Perfect Picture Book Friday

Posted on January 19, 2018 by Joanna

Title: Henry Knox, Bookseller, Soldier, Patriot Author: Anita Silvey Paintings by: Wendell Minor  Publisher: Clarion Books, 2010 Ages: 7-11 Themes: revolutionary war, patriotism, Henry Knox, biography, problem-solving 40 pages/ 16 chapters Opening: When other boys walked, Henry Knox bounced. Where others saw problems, … Continue reading →

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Brave – Perfect Picture Book Friday

Posted on January 12, 2018 by Joanna

Title: Brave Author: Stacy McNaulty Illustrator: Joanne Lew-Vriethoff Publisher: Running Press Kids, 2017 Ages: 3-7 Themes: courage Genre: concept book 32 pages Opening: A brave kid… …seeks adventure Synopsis: An empowering picture book for all kids that demonstrates to children that they can be real-life … Continue reading →

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Where. Oh Where, is Baby Bear? – Perfect Picture Book Friday

Posted on January 5, 2018 by Joanna

Title: Where, Oh Where, is baby bear? Author & Illustrator: Ashley Wolf Publisher: Beach Lane Books, 2017 Ages: 3-6 Themes: baby bear, hide-and-seek, games with mom, prepositions     Opening: One by one, bats fly out of the deep, dark den. “Where … Continue reading →

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