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Just a few more little free library visits…..! ❤️

Happy SUMMER & Happy Reading friends!

Just a few more little free library visits…..! ❤️

Happy SUMMER & Happy Reading friends!

Our Pebbles by @jarvispicturebooks

A sweet little story about a child & their grandad, and their special tradition about gathering & painting rocks they find at the beach. 🌊

When the grandad moves away, their mom continues the tradition. It shows how traditions like these are so special, and they become cherished memories.

The illustrations are really unique, and I think children will be drawn in. ❤️

Synopsis: “Grandad always knows the best way to go to Pebble Beach. As they climb the dunes, he and his grandchild can smell the sea before they see it. There they meet a seal and find old pirate wood. They have melty ice cream. And every time, before saying goodbye to the beach, they each pick a pebble. “Do you know this pebble is older than me?” Grandad says with a twinkle in his eye. In a wistful musing on memory, loss, and love, Jarvis offers a medley of moments-Grandad’s silly dance with the wiggly knees; the two of them smushing together and painting their day the best they could. With lyrical prose and gentle, sun-kissed illustrations, he shows us such memories are always there for the taking, as lasting as pebbles on the beach.”

Thank you to Candlwick Press for this gifted copy!

Our Pebbles by @jarvispicturebooks

A sweet little story about a child & their grandad, and their special tradition about gathering & painting rocks they find at the beach. 🌊

When the grandad moves away, their mom continues the tradition. It shows how traditions like these are so special, and they become cherished memories.

The illustrations are really unique, and I think children will be drawn in. ❤️

Synopsis: “Grandad always knows the best way to go to Pebble Beach. As they climb the dunes, he and his grandchild can smell the sea before they see it. There they meet a seal and find old pirate wood. They have melty ice cream. And every time, before saying goodbye to the beach, they each pick a pebble. “Do you know this pebble is older than me?” Grandad says with a twinkle in his eye. In a wistful musing on memory, loss, and love, Jarvis offers a medley of moments-Grandad’s silly dance with the wiggly knees; the two of them smushing together and painting their day the best they could. With lyrical prose and gentle, sun-kissed illustrations, he shows us such memories are always there for the taking, as lasting as pebbles on the beach.”

Thank you to Candlwick Press for this gifted copy!

Bear and The Three Goldilocks
By Patrick Horne and illustrated by Dan Yaccarino
@danyaccarino

What a FUN story!!! Totally a unique and hilarious play on the original story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. It has the same pattern of trying different things (this time at a campsite!) and wrecking them along the way.

I loved the silliness- “this is how bears roll”. And I loved the ending!

Definitely a must have for bedtime stories or a read aloud to young children!

Thank you to Candlewick Press & Holiday House for this gifted copy
@candlewickpress @holidayhousebks

Bear and The Three Goldilocks
By Patrick Horne and illustrated by Dan Yaccarino
@danyaccarino

What a FUN story!!! Totally a unique and hilarious play on the original story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. It has the same pattern of trying different things (this time at a campsite!) and wrecking them along the way.

I loved the silliness- “this is how bears roll”. And I loved the ending!

Definitely a must have for bedtime stories or a read aloud to young children!

Thank you to Candlewick Press & Holiday House for this gifted copy
@candlewickpress @holidayhousebks

Everyday Bean by Stephanie Graegin
@sgraegin 💙

So thankful to take part in a read along for the coziest, sweetest children’s book! Tiny Bean goes on some big adventures, all collected like little short stories throughout. 🦔

From swinging on swings to making forts out of boxes, each little story is a picture into the sweet life of the little hedgehog Bean, her stuffie Clem, and her grandmother.

My favourite just might be when she gets cuddled up like a little burrito & her grandma is reading to her in the chair beside her bed! ❤️ (swipe to see the picture! 🥹)

Definitely one to add to your collection!

Synopsis: Meet Bean, a very tiny hedgehog. She loves ghosts, swings and a stuffie called Clem. Meet Bean’s grandma. She loves strawberries, sweaters and tiny Bean burritos. And they both love stories. In ten tiny stories we follow Bean and her grandmother through adventures of the everyday. Bean loses her bad mood in a meadow and Grandma thinks she sees a ghost (don’t worry it’s just Bean!) - and there’s even a story with giant strawberries. This first volume in the Tiny Bean’s Big Adventures series by acclaimed author/illustrator and hedgehog friend/ insider, Stephanie Graegin, is the perfect gift for little (and big) readers and hedgehog admirers everywhere.

Thank you to Tundra Books & Tandem Collective for inviting me to participate in this read along!
@tundrabooks @tandemcollectiveuk @sgraegin

Everyday Bean by Stephanie Graegin
@sgraegin 💙

So thankful to take part in a read along for the coziest, sweetest children’s book! Tiny Bean goes on some big adventures, all collected like little short stories throughout. 🦔

From swinging on swings to making forts out of boxes, each little story is a picture into the sweet life of the little hedgehog Bean, her stuffie Clem, and her grandmother.

My favourite just might be when she gets cuddled up like a little burrito & her grandma is reading to her in the chair beside her bed! ❤️ (swipe to see the picture! 🥹)

Definitely one to add to your collection!

Synopsis: Meet Bean, a very tiny hedgehog. She loves ghosts, swings and a stuffie called Clem. Meet Bean’s grandma. She loves strawberries, sweaters and tiny Bean burritos. And they both love stories. In ten tiny stories we follow Bean and her grandmother through adventures of the everyday. Bean loses her bad mood in a meadow and Grandma thinks she sees a ghost (don’t worry it’s just Bean!) - and there’s even a story with giant strawberries. This first volume in the Tiny Bean’s Big Adventures series by acclaimed author/illustrator and hedgehog friend/ insider, Stephanie Graegin, is the perfect gift for little (and big) readers and hedgehog admirers everywhere.

Thank you to Tundra Books & Tandem Collective for inviting me to participate in this read along!
@tundrabooks @tandemcollectiveuk @sgraegin

Kicking it old school! 📚
Library cataloguing with the tried & true physical library card checkout 💙

I helped in our church library a bit last week, as they finished setting up the new children’s book area! Loved how organized they had everything- down to coloured labels for different areas, stickers for the checkout cards, and some great clear bins for easy browsing 😊

Can’t wait to see lots of kids visit & for the collection to grow grow grow!

Well done to all the volunteers who worked so hard ❤️

Kicking it old school! 📚
Library cataloguing with the tried & true physical library card checkout 💙

I helped in our church library a bit last week, as they finished setting up the new children’s book area! Loved how organized they had everything- down to coloured labels for different areas, stickers for the checkout cards, and some great clear bins for easy browsing 😊

Can’t wait to see lots of kids visit & for the collection to grow grow grow!

Well done to all the volunteers who worked so hard ❤️

The Story of a Book by Joy McCullough and illustrated by Devon Holzwarth
@jmcwrites @devonholzwarth

The perfect book for little bookworms! A beautifully illustrated picture book, all about…. Books!

I love the emphasis on how not every book is for everyone, but when a story finds the right person, it’s magical….

The story shows how books can be so well worn and well loved, and in the end, even repurposed into beautiful art!

A great book to celebrate libraries and the magic of books! @nvdpl

The Story of a Book by Joy McCullough and illustrated by Devon Holzwarth
@jmcwrites @devonholzwarth

The perfect book for little bookworms! A beautifully illustrated picture book, all about…. Books!

I love the emphasis on how not every book is for everyone, but when a story finds the right person, it’s magical….

The story shows how books can be so well worn and well loved, and in the end, even repurposed into beautiful art!

A great book to celebrate libraries and the magic of books! @nvdpl

Top summer tip to keep your kids reading- Read outside!!!

Get a cozy chair, some blankets & pillows, a hammock, or even a little tent! And go read outside!
Yummy snacks & a cold drink is a must ☀️😎

We got this bouncy chair from a neighbour, and it’s become the favourite summer reading spot 📚

Do you like to read outside?!

Top summer tip to keep your kids reading- Read outside!!!

Get a cozy chair, some blankets & pillows, a hammock, or even a little tent! And go read outside!
Yummy snacks & a cold drink is a must ☀️😎

We got this bouncy chair from a neighbour, and it’s become the favourite summer reading spot 📚

Do you like to read outside?!

Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦

We got to enjoy some of our beautiful province yesterday in the sunshine!

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Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦

We got to enjoy some of our beautiful province yesterday in the sunshine!

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Little free BOOK libraries and little free CRAFT libraries!

Be sure to look for these this summer!

Top tip! Keep a little bag of books in your car so when you come across a little library, you can stock it up ❤️📚

If you’re local here in North or West Vancouver- check out @northshorelittlelibraries for the map of over 140 little libraries!!!!

Little free BOOK libraries and little free CRAFT libraries!

Be sure to look for these this summer!

Top tip! Keep a little bag of books in your car so when you come across a little library, you can stock it up ❤️📚

If you’re local here in North or West Vancouver- check out @northshorelittlelibraries for the map of over 140 little libraries!!!!

The Tales of Charlie Wags: Paris 🇫🇷 By @thetalesofcharliewags

Absolutely adore this series! Little Charlie- with a magical little flick of his tail- goes on wonderful adventures to some of the most special & iconic places!

This time? Charlie’s off to Paris!!
We went to Paris years ago, so it was extra special to see some of the amazing sights that make Paris so memorable! From the Louvre to Notre Dame, to the Arc de Triomphe, and of course, the delicious cafes and restaurants!

The illustrations are sweet, and also accurate, which makes for a really lovely AND informative read. The added map and additional information really adds to the story.

Perfect for dog-lovers, little travelers, or children who have been or are going to Paris one day. A special read-aloud, great for all little readers!

Synopsis: Charlie Wags is a seemingly ordinary pup. He asks for belly rubs, plays fetch, and uses his “I’m innocent” look when he is in fact guilty. But Charlie has an extraordinary secret. He loves to travel the world and has a special trick to do so: his wagging tail can whisk him away to far-off places. This time, he’s off to Paris, France! Embark on a panoramic tour of Paris led by ever-curious pup, Charlie Wags! From the elegant art in the Louvre to the sparkling Eiffel Tower, Charlie explores the City of Lights before returning home for bedtime.

Enter the giveaway for a chance to win a signed hardcover copy of The Tales of Charlie Wags: New York City, a collection of adorable Charlie Wags greeting cards, AND a $50 Amazon gift card to fuel your next reading spree! Link in Bio

Thank you to @thechildrensbookreview for inviting me on this virtual book tour!

The Tales of Charlie Wags: Paris 🇫🇷 By @thetalesofcharliewags

Absolutely adore this series! Little Charlie- with a magical little flick of his tail- goes on wonderful adventures to some of the most special & iconic places!

This time? Charlie’s off to Paris!!
We went to Paris years ago, so it was extra special to see some of the amazing sights that make Paris so memorable! From the Louvre to Notre Dame, to the Arc de Triomphe, and of course, the delicious cafes and restaurants!

The illustrations are sweet, and also accurate, which makes for a really lovely AND informative read. The added map and additional information really adds to the story.

Perfect for dog-lovers, little travelers, or children who have been or are going to Paris one day. A special read-aloud, great for all little readers!

Synopsis: Charlie Wags is a seemingly ordinary pup. He asks for belly rubs, plays fetch, and uses his “I’m innocent” look when he is in fact guilty. But Charlie has an extraordinary secret. He loves to travel the world and has a special trick to do so: his wagging tail can whisk him away to far-off places. This time, he’s off to Paris, France! Embark on a panoramic tour of Paris led by ever-curious pup, Charlie Wags! From the elegant art in the Louvre to the sparkling Eiffel Tower, Charlie explores the City of Lights before returning home for bedtime.

Enter the giveaway for a chance to win a signed hardcover copy of The Tales of Charlie Wags: New York City, a collection of adorable Charlie Wags greeting cards, AND a $50 Amazon gift card to fuel your next reading spree! Link in Bio

Thank you to @thechildrensbookreview for inviting me on this virtual book tour!

Clear bins & labels!
Love how these turned out & they’re soooo easy for students to browse! AND they’re so easy for my volunteers to shelve 👏🏽

Bins: refrigerator bins from Dollarama.
Labels: quick & easy on Canva.

Happy Reading!

Clear bins & labels!
Love how these turned out & they’re soooo easy for students to browse! AND they’re so easy for my volunteers to shelve 👏🏽

Bins: refrigerator bins from Dollarama.
Labels: quick & easy on Canva.

Happy Reading!

Summer reading!

I’ve got a lot of great books to preview for our school library- some I hope to use as read-alouds, some novels to talk up for our middle-grades, and a few I’m hoping might be great for lit circles or class novel studies!

Thank you to one of our school families for donating two big bags of books to our library- they will be loved by many for years to come! 😊📚

I’ll be sure to share as I read & review.

Happy summer break! And happy reading!

Summer reading!

I’ve got a lot of great books to preview for our school library- some I hope to use as read-alouds, some novels to talk up for our middle-grades, and a few I’m hoping might be great for lit circles or class novel studies!

Thank you to one of our school families for donating two big bags of books to our library- they will be loved by many for years to come! 😊📚

I’ll be sure to share as I read & review.

Happy summer break! And happy reading!

Spotted at our public library! @nvdpl
Promptly adding to our wishlist ❤️

The Great Grizzlies Go Home by Judy Hilgemann

A book local to us (Alert Bay), a true story, and featuring bears! Perfection!

Synopsis: Two curious young grizzly bears go on a very long swim, far from their usual home in the Great Bear Rainforest. They crunch tart red cranberries in the bog then dig for crabs on the beach. They wander through backyards and feast on plums. Then they sniff something even more delicious—mmm, barbecued salmon. But a village full of people is no place for grizzly bears, no matter how sweet the plums or how tasty that salmon smells. Time for a helicopter ride home!

The Great Grizzlies Go Home tells the story of the bears’ adventurous journey, ending in their safe relocation back to the mainland. Featuring detailed watercolour paintings, engaging text and a concluding section with bear safety tips, the book will capture the imagination of readers young and old.

@harbour_publishing ❤️

Spotted at our public library! @nvdpl
Promptly adding to our wishlist ❤️

The Great Grizzlies Go Home by Judy Hilgemann

A book local to us (Alert Bay), a true story, and featuring bears! Perfection!

Synopsis: Two curious young grizzly bears go on a very long swim, far from their usual home in the Great Bear Rainforest. They crunch tart red cranberries in the bog then dig for crabs on the beach. They wander through backyards and feast on plums. Then they sniff something even more delicious—mmm, barbecued salmon. But a village full of people is no place for grizzly bears, no matter how sweet the plums or how tasty that salmon smells. Time for a helicopter ride home!

The Great Grizzlies Go Home tells the story of the bears’ adventurous journey, ending in their safe relocation back to the mainland. Featuring detailed watercolour paintings, engaging text and a concluding section with bear safety tips, the book will capture the imagination of readers young and old.

@harbour_publishing ❤️

Graphic Novels 😎
This is one area of our library that has grown SO much in the last few years! I love graphic novels, and I love how enthusiastic our students are about them too 📚

There is one large library cart filled with all the books that don’t fit on the shelves now that they are all returned- Dog Man, Babysitters Club, Diary of a Wimpy Kid & Big Nate’s especially 😂 Those series were always checked out & almost never on the shelves, and now that they are ALL back, they don’t fit!

What’s a series that doesn’t fit on your library shelves come summer break? 📚

Graphic Novels 😎
This is one area of our library that has grown SO much in the last few years! I love graphic novels, and I love how enthusiastic our students are about them too 📚

There is one large library cart filled with all the books that don’t fit on the shelves now that they are all returned- Dog Man, Babysitters Club, Diary of a Wimpy Kid & Big Nate’s especially 😂 Those series were always checked out & almost never on the shelves, and now that they are ALL back, they don’t fit!

What’s a series that doesn’t fit on your library shelves come summer break? 📚

Closing up the library is always bitter sweet!

All the kids who came to visit today & say goodbye said “It looks so different in here!”- sure does when displays are all taken down & all the books are shelved!

I’ve done a good inventory, a lot of organizing, and most books are put back. A few days in here next week without students to do the finishing touches, and it’ll be SUMMER break ☀️

Closing up the library is always bitter sweet!

All the kids who came to visit today & say goodbye said “It looks so different in here!”- sure does when displays are all taken down & all the books are shelved!

I’ve done a good inventory, a lot of organizing, and most books are put back. A few days in here next week without students to do the finishing touches, and it’ll be SUMMER break ☀️

Last day of school & we got a few more books back!

Happy Summer break everyone! ❤️📚 The books are now on vacation!

Last day of school & we got a few more books back!

Happy Summer break everyone! ❤️📚 The books are now on vacation!

Reading outside is next level awesomeness! ❤️😊☀️

Today’s special activity in grade one was reading outside with friends!

Last full day of grade one- and what a special way to celebrate!

Reading outside is next level awesomeness! ❤️😊☀️

Today’s special activity in grade one was reading outside with friends!

Last full day of grade one- and what a special way to celebrate!

Getting there!!!

We won’t get them all by Friday, but I’m hopeful this number will go down a bit more before summer break! 📚📚📚📚📚

Getting there!!!

We won’t get them all by Friday, but I’m hopeful this number will go down a bit more before summer break! 📚📚📚📚📚

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Sea Star by Kathleen Welton and illustrated by Chau Pham

After a storm hits, sea turtles Myrtle and Max discover sea stars stranded in sea kelp. Max gathers nearby animals to help with a rescue mission—will they succeed? 🐢

This heartwarming story is perfect for readers of all ages. It highlights themes of empathy and teamwork, showing how different animals come together to help those in need. Children can learn important lessons about compassion and the power of collaboration. 🦦

The vibrant illustrations by Chau Pham beautifully complement the narrative, making each page visually engaging. Author Kathleen Welton, an award-winning writer with a deep love for wildlife and literacy, delivers a touching and meaningful tale. 📚

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Sea Star is a delightful read with a powerful message! Our littlest readers really enjoyed this one, especially my grade one class! 💙

Happy Reading!

Thank you to @thechildrensbookreview for inviting me to participate in this review tour!

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Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Sea Star by Kathleen Welton and illustrated by Chau Pham

After a storm hits, sea turtles Myrtle and Max discover sea stars stranded in sea kelp. Max gathers nearby animals to help with a rescue mission—will they succeed? 🐢

This heartwarming story is perfect for readers of all ages. It highlights themes of empathy and teamwork, showing how different animals come together to help those in need. Children can learn important lessons about compassion and the power of collaboration. 🦦

The vibrant illustrations by Chau Pham beautifully complement the narrative, making each page visually engaging. Author Kathleen Welton, an award-winning writer with a deep love for wildlife and literacy, delivers a touching and meaningful tale. 📚

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Sea Star is a delightful read with a powerful message! Our littlest readers really enjoyed this one, especially my grade one class! 💙

Happy Reading!

Thank you to @thechildrensbookreview for inviting me to participate in this review tour!

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#bookstagram #kidsbook #kidsbooks #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kidsbookstagram #library #librarian #teacherlibrarian #libraries #schoollibrary #teachersfollowteachers #teacher

Part way through the day on Thursday!
The number is getting smaller….!

Started at 570!

Part way through the day on Thursday!
The number is getting smaller….!

Started at 570!

Amazing how many books are magically found after I hand out those little slips….. 😂

After many reminders and a return date of June 11, we still had 570 books out! Thanks to the teachers who reminded students, the emails sent out, the posters put up, and the late slips handed out to students.. we are at just about 200! I’ll be working hard this week to track down the rest- wish me luck! 😊

Amazing how many books are magically found after I hand out those little slips….. 😂

After many reminders and a return date of June 11, we still had 570 books out! Thanks to the teachers who reminded students, the emails sent out, the posters put up, and the late slips handed out to students.. we are at just about 200! I’ll be working hard this week to track down the rest- wish me luck! 😊

Our grade fives are LOVING graphic novels & comics and non-fiction like Guinness World Records & any books about sports!

Reading is reading is reading ❤️📚👏🏽

Our grade fives are LOVING graphic novels & comics and non-fiction like Guinness World Records & any books about sports!

Reading is reading is reading ❤️📚👏🏽

This is still one of my favourite middle-grade novels to recommend! 🇨🇦 @davidrobertsonwriter

The Barren Grounds is like Narnia with a powerful Indigenous twist—epic adventure, deep characters, and nonstop suspense. Robertson blends Cree traditions with fantasy in a way that feels fresh and important.

Perfect for grades 6–7, this one’s a must-read. I’ve had a few grade sevens wowed by book 1 recently, and it’s always a JOY when I can hand them book 2! It would also make for an excellent class or independent novel study, as there are so many important themes that could be unpacked.

Happy Reading, and Happy Friday!!!

*Thank you @tandemcollectiveglobal and @tundrabooks for my gifted copy, in exchange for a review! We LOVE the new cover design 💙

This is still one of my favourite middle-grade novels to recommend! 🇨🇦 @davidrobertsonwriter

The Barren Grounds is like Narnia with a powerful Indigenous twist—epic adventure, deep characters, and nonstop suspense. Robertson blends Cree traditions with fantasy in a way that feels fresh and important.

Perfect for grades 6–7, this one’s a must-read. I’ve had a few grade sevens wowed by book 1 recently, and it’s always a JOY when I can hand them book 2! It would also make for an excellent class or independent novel study, as there are so many important themes that could be unpacked.

Happy Reading, and Happy Friday!!!

*Thank you @tandemcollectiveglobal and @tundrabooks for my gifted copy, in exchange for a review! We LOVE the new cover design 💙

And another little reminder on the self-checkout computer! Students can checkout books until the end of this week, and then allllllll books need to be returned June 11. Our books need a rest over summer break too ☀️

Can’t have enough reminders….. 🤣📚

And another little reminder on the self-checkout computer! Students can checkout books until the end of this week, and then allllllll books need to be returned June 11. Our books need a rest over summer break too ☀️

Can’t have enough reminders….. 🤣📚

Checking out old yearbooks!

So fun to have our grade 6/7’s explore old yearbooks- and reminisce! I loved hearing them chat about how they’ve changed, who’s left, who’s been added, and all the memories over the years ❤️

Yearbooks are SO special! And I’m so glad our school keeps a bunch on hand to look through 📚

Does your school do yearbooks?

Checking out old yearbooks!

So fun to have our grade 6/7’s explore old yearbooks- and reminisce! I loved hearing them chat about how they’ve changed, who’s left, who’s been added, and all the memories over the years ❤️

Yearbooks are SO special! And I’m so glad our school keeps a bunch on hand to look through 📚

Does your school do yearbooks?

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That is A LOT of books!!!

Our students are such enthusiastic readers, and I’m blown away by these stats!!!

Thank you to all our amazing students for visiting the library, checking out books, and reading reading reading!!!!

Happy Library Day! And Happy Reading! ❤️

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That is A LOT of books!!!

Our students are such enthusiastic readers, and I’m blown away by these stats!!!

Thank you to all our amazing students for visiting the library, checking out books, and reading reading reading!!!!

Happy Library Day! And Happy Reading! ❤️

Return your Library Books by June 11!

Bookmarks to give to each student- with a reminder about the due date & tips on where to search for those missing books!

And high-interest posters- ALL over the school- reminding students to RETURN their books 📚

*Find these both on my TPT* 😊

Happy Reading! And Happy ALMOST summer break!

Return your Library Books by June 11!

Bookmarks to give to each student- with a reminder about the due date & tips on where to search for those missing books!

And high-interest posters- ALL over the school- reminding students to RETURN their books 📚

*Find these both on my TPT* 😊

Happy Reading! And Happy ALMOST summer break!

Pretty cool spot to hang out! ✌🏼

Hot tip: have high-interest non-fiction “laying around” for your middle-grade readers. Books like Guinness World Records, sports fact books, trivia, joke books, Where’s Waldo, Weird But True…. And then just watch the magic happen! 😊

Happy Reading!!!

Pretty cool spot to hang out! ✌🏼

Hot tip: have high-interest non-fiction “laying around” for your middle-grade readers. Books like Guinness World Records, sports fact books, trivia, joke books, Where’s Waldo, Weird But True…. And then just watch the magic happen! 😊

Happy Reading!!!

I’m a mom of a very imaginative little girl, and she often likes to pretend to be an animal (usually a wolf!)- so I really connected to this story!

I am Not Sophie! By Robyn Hodess and illustrated by Terry Kole

Every morning, Sophie wakes up and announces to her mom that she is not Sophie… but she is… a tiger! An elephant! A snake! The words just bounce around the page, as she moves and makes noises just like that animal. The illustrations really bring the story to life, with the bright colours and fun animals throughout.

Because of its repetitive and sing-song nature, it makes for a very fun & interactive read-aloud! I can see young readers memorizing the words, as they read it again and again with their families, and start reading along!

Lovely book to add to your toddler & preschooler collection. Thank you to @thechildrensbookreview for inviting me to participate in this tour!

I’m a mom of a very imaginative little girl, and she often likes to pretend to be an animal (usually a wolf!)- so I really connected to this story!

I am Not Sophie! By Robyn Hodess and illustrated by Terry Kole

Every morning, Sophie wakes up and announces to her mom that she is not Sophie… but she is… a tiger! An elephant! A snake! The words just bounce around the page, as she moves and makes noises just like that animal. The illustrations really bring the story to life, with the bright colours and fun animals throughout.

Because of its repetitive and sing-song nature, it makes for a very fun & interactive read-aloud! I can see young readers memorizing the words, as they read it again and again with their families, and start reading along!

Lovely book to add to your toddler & preschooler collection. Thank you to @thechildrensbookreview for inviting me to participate in this tour!

Visited @westernskybooks in Port Coquitlam today!!!

Spotted two of our favourite local authors displayed prominently on the shelves- @sherry_mcmillan_writes 🦭 and @leroytheraccoonandfriends 🦝

I scooped up some “Weird But True” fact books, which our students LOVE (including my own kids!) and a hockey trivia book! AND we were generously gifted some free books for our school library, so that was such a treat!!!

Be sure to check out this fabulous bookshop- for used & new books, and all genres!! Great selection of kids books & gifts 📚😊

Visited @westernskybooks in Port Coquitlam today!!!

Spotted two of our favourite local authors displayed prominently on the shelves- @sherry_mcmillan_writes 🦭 and @leroytheraccoonandfriends 🦝

I scooped up some “Weird But True” fact books, which our students LOVE (including my own kids!) and a hockey trivia book! AND we were generously gifted some free books for our school library, so that was such a treat!!!

Be sure to check out this fabulous bookshop- for used & new books, and all genres!! Great selection of kids books & gifts 📚😊

The Lemonade War!
By Jacqueline Davies @jacquelinedaviesbooks_

Our grade fives this year read book one as a class novel- and many of them really loved it! 🍋

So- I was really excited to see the new graphic novel adaptation! It’s been checked out already and is generating a lot of buzz! 🐝

Happy Reading!

Synopsis: The first book in the beloved Lemonade War series—a clever blend of humor, math wizardry, and business know-how—is now available in a full-color graphic novel.
Evan Treski is people smart. He’s good at talking to people, even grown-ups.
His younger sister, Jessie, on the other hand, is math smart—but not especially good at understanding people. She knows that feelings are her weakest subject.
With just five days left of summer vacation, Evan and Jessie launch an all-out war to see who can sell the most lemonade before school starts. As the battleground heats up, there really is no telling who will win—and, even more important, if their fight will ever end.

The Lemonade War!
By Jacqueline Davies @jacquelinedaviesbooks_

Our grade fives this year read book one as a class novel- and many of them really loved it! 🍋

So- I was really excited to see the new graphic novel adaptation! It’s been checked out already and is generating a lot of buzz! 🐝

Happy Reading!

Synopsis: The first book in the beloved Lemonade War series—a clever blend of humor, math wizardry, and business know-how—is now available in a full-color graphic novel.
Evan Treski is people smart. He’s good at talking to people, even grown-ups.
His younger sister, Jessie, on the other hand, is math smart—but not especially good at understanding people. She knows that feelings are her weakest subject.
With just five days left of summer vacation, Evan and Jessie launch an all-out war to see who can sell the most lemonade before school starts. As the battleground heats up, there really is no telling who will win—and, even more important, if their fight will ever end.

Another Word For Neighbor by Angela Pham Krans @angela.pham.krans and illustrated by Thai My Phuong @thai.phuong.artwork ❤️

Stunning.
Heartwarming.
Powerful.

Loved loved loved! Every single class I read this to today LOVED this story!!! We were sad, we were hopeful, we laughed, and we felt happy. It is the perfect book, and I absolutely recommend it to everyone!!!!! I loved the messages about friendship, welcoming neighbours, and walking through grief. The making of pho soup was such a conversation piece in our classes, and we had some great discussions!

Synopsis: “Han is happy to spend his days with his tea, his newspaper, and his plants. Everything is nice and quiet, just the way he likes it. That is, until Kate and Olly move in next door.”

Get this book!!! A MUST for your home or school library collection 📚

Another Word For Neighbor by Angela Pham Krans @angela.pham.krans and illustrated by Thai My Phuong @thai.phuong.artwork ❤️

Stunning.
Heartwarming.
Powerful.

Loved loved loved! Every single class I read this to today LOVED this story!!! We were sad, we were hopeful, we laughed, and we felt happy. It is the perfect book, and I absolutely recommend it to everyone!!!!! I loved the messages about friendship, welcoming neighbours, and walking through grief. The making of pho soup was such a conversation piece in our classes, and we had some great discussions!

Synopsis: “Han is happy to spend his days with his tea, his newspaper, and his plants. Everything is nice and quiet, just the way he likes it. That is, until Kate and Olly move in next door.”

Get this book!!! A MUST for your home or school library collection 📚

This. 💙

Love our cozy, safe, welcoming, fun, happy place.

Happy Reading friends!

This. 💙

Love our cozy, safe, welcoming, fun, happy place.

Happy Reading friends!

Starting the day with grade 6/7’s and a logic puzzle!!!

LOVE this game- and can be played on your own, in partners, and even in a group 🐶

Dog Crimes 🔍 by @thinkfun

Starting the day with grade 6/7’s and a logic puzzle!!!

LOVE this game- and can be played on your own, in partners, and even in a group 🐶

Dog Crimes 🔍 by @thinkfun

Stuck by Kayla Miller
@kayke 💕

This may be my favourite of the series!
The perfect graphic novel as we get ready for summer!!! ☀️

The crew is at summer camp, and it’s sure fun to see all the things we love about sleepover camp- the cabins, the sing alongs, the activities, the fun with friends!

I loved how this one explored some “lesser talked about” friendship struggles, especially around being impacted by OTHER friend’s conflicts! It was really interesting to see this be at the forefront, and see our main character struggle with BIG feelings when her good friends weren’t getting along!

So many of the characters we love from the whole Click series were featured, and I really loved seeing them all & what they’re into, who they’re friends with, and what they’re going through 😊

Super thankful we snagged an AUTOGRAPHED copy from our local bookshop! @vankidsbooks

Happy Reading!!!

Stuck by Kayla Miller
@kayke 💕

This may be my favourite of the series!
The perfect graphic novel as we get ready for summer!!! ☀️

The crew is at summer camp, and it’s sure fun to see all the things we love about sleepover camp- the cabins, the sing alongs, the activities, the fun with friends!

I loved how this one explored some “lesser talked about” friendship struggles, especially around being impacted by OTHER friend’s conflicts! It was really interesting to see this be at the forefront, and see our main character struggle with BIG feelings when her good friends weren’t getting along!

So many of the characters we love from the whole Click series were featured, and I really loved seeing them all & what they’re into, who they’re friends with, and what they’re going through 😊

Super thankful we snagged an AUTOGRAPHED copy from our local bookshop! @vankidsbooks

Happy Reading!!!

I loved Right Back at You by Carolyn Mackler—this book is such a gem for middle grade readers. 💕

Told entirely through letters, the story follows Mason in 2023 and Talia in 1987, who connect across time through a mysterious pen-pal exchange. Mason’s dealing with his parents’ divorce and a relentless bully. Talia’s navigating antisemitism and feeling betrayed by her friends. Their letters dive into big, real topics—but with humor, heart, and hope.

I was totally pulled in by the back-and-forth format—it felt so personal and authentic. There were “wow” moments that surprised me, and the resolution was SO satisfying. What really stood out? The courage of both characters to speak up against injustice and be true to themselves. They’re powerful, relatable, and inspiring.

A must-add to classroom libraries and book clubs—perfect for fans of When You Reach Me and Save Me a Seat. This one sparks conversations and stays with you.

Thanks to @vankidsbooks in Edgemont for the spot on recommendations as always!

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I loved Right Back at You by Carolyn Mackler—this book is such a gem for middle grade readers. 💕

Told entirely through letters, the story follows Mason in 2023 and Talia in 1987, who connect across time through a mysterious pen-pal exchange. Mason’s dealing with his parents’ divorce and a relentless bully. Talia’s navigating antisemitism and feeling betrayed by her friends. Their letters dive into big, real topics—but with humor, heart, and hope.

I was totally pulled in by the back-and-forth format—it felt so personal and authentic. There were “wow” moments that surprised me, and the resolution was SO satisfying. What really stood out? The courage of both characters to speak up against injustice and be true to themselves. They’re powerful, relatable, and inspiring.

A must-add to classroom libraries and book clubs—perfect for fans of When You Reach Me and Save Me a Seat. This one sparks conversations and stays with you.

Thanks to @vankidsbooks in Edgemont for the spot on recommendations as always!

@carolynmacklerbooks #bookreview #MiddleGradeReads #ClassroomLibrary #BookstagramKids #MGBooks #ReadersOfInstagram #LibrarianFavorites #BooksThatMatter #KidsLit #BookLove #AuthorSpotlight #library #librarian

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Getting ready in Library mornings!

📚 The books I want to “book talk” to students!
✍🏼 The activities we will be doing
😊The centres posted so they know what we the plan for class is

Getting ready in Library mornings!

📚 The books I want to “book talk” to students!
✍🏼 The activities we will be doing
😊The centres posted so they know what we the plan for class is

One of our new favourites in Non Fiction! 🍕

This is such a cool, totally readable book- ALL about snacks from around the world!!! Our grade fives were already reading it together today, and I loved hearing the collective OHHS and YESSSSS’s when they saw the pictures of all the yummy snacks!

Snacks From Around the World by Lisa M. Gerry @lonelyplanet

LOVE IT! And now I need a snack! 😂❤️

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One of our new favourites in Non Fiction! 🍕

This is such a cool, totally readable book- ALL about snacks from around the world!!! Our grade fives were already reading it together today, and I loved hearing the collective OHHS and YESSSSS’s when they saw the pictures of all the yummy snacks!

Snacks From Around the World by Lisa M. Gerry @lonelyplanet

LOVE IT! And now I need a snack! 😂❤️

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Puzzles with friends 🧩

Love love love our cozy puzzle time together in the library!

Puzzles with friends 🧩

Love love love our cozy puzzle time together in the library!

Creaky Acres by Calista Brill and Nilah Magruder
@calistabrill

This may be my favourite graphic novel of the year! I was moved to tears at the ending- just WOW!
Get it for your students, kids, or friends- especially those who love horses/animals, books about friendship, and heartwarming & funny stories!

Please please please let this be a series!!! These characters- the kids AND the animals- were such a delight, and I’d love to read more! :)

Synopsis: Nora is a prize-winning horseback rider in a suburban area, with a tight-knit circle of best friends. But when her mom gets a prestigious new job in a poor, rural area, she has to adjust to a lot of change: to being the only Black kid in a new class and to a new barn called Creaky Acres, where her beloved horse, Hay Fever, will make his new home.

It’s there she meets sweet and geeky Laura, goofy and fun-loving Wilson, and fearless Dolores (aka Dizzy). With her ragtag team of equestrians, Nora learns it’s okay to stand out and steps into her power as a leader, realizing that being a rider isn’t just about winning—or maybe that winning just might look different than what she’d thought.

@penguinrandomhouse @kokilabooks #graphicnovel #graphicnovels #kidsbook #kidsbookreview #bookreview #library #librarian #bookstagram #childrensbook #childrensbooks

Creaky Acres by Calista Brill and Nilah Magruder
@calistabrill

This may be my favourite graphic novel of the year! I was moved to tears at the ending- just WOW!
Get it for your students, kids, or friends- especially those who love horses/animals, books about friendship, and heartwarming & funny stories!

Please please please let this be a series!!! These characters- the kids AND the animals- were such a delight, and I’d love to read more! :)

Synopsis: Nora is a prize-winning horseback rider in a suburban area, with a tight-knit circle of best friends. But when her mom gets a prestigious new job in a poor, rural area, she has to adjust to a lot of change: to being the only Black kid in a new class and to a new barn called Creaky Acres, where her beloved horse, Hay Fever, will make his new home.

It’s there she meets sweet and geeky Laura, goofy and fun-loving Wilson, and fearless Dolores (aka Dizzy). With her ragtag team of equestrians, Nora learns it’s okay to stand out and steps into her power as a leader, realizing that being a rider isn’t just about winning—or maybe that winning just might look different than what she’d thought.

@penguinrandomhouse @kokilabooks #graphicnovel #graphicnovels #kidsbook #kidsbookreview #bookreview #library #librarian #bookstagram #childrensbook #childrensbooks

Somehow I had a Pete the CAT shirt AND CAT earrings on a day where I read a cat book and we did a ton of cat activities 😂😂😂😻😻😻

Total coincidence!

Somehow I had a Pete the CAT shirt AND CAT earrings on a day where I read a cat book and we did a ton of cat activities 😂😂😂😻😻😻

Total coincidence!

Pom Pom votes!!!

Are you team DOG or CAT?!

Pom Pom votes!!!

Are you team DOG or CAT?!

Kitty crazy in the library today!!!

We read a Cat themed book- and then had centres that were all about…. CATS! Cat masks, bookmarks, books and a puzzle!!! It was such a hit!

Oh- and I realized I was even wearing a Pete the Cat shirt AND cat earrings, and that was totally not planned 😂❤️

Happy Reading!

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Kitty crazy in the library today!!!

We read a Cat themed book- and then had centres that were all about…. CATS! Cat masks, bookmarks, books and a puzzle!!! It was such a hit!

Oh- and I realized I was even wearing a Pete the Cat shirt AND cat earrings, and that was totally not planned 😂❤️

Happy Reading!

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Very cool to start this book & read that the main character Armando is from Vancouver!

“Armando & The Amazing Animal Race” by Diana Schafter @dianaschaffter

Absolutely adored this book as an adult, and then immediately gave it to my 8 year old to read! We LOVE the show Amazing Race, and this “Amazing Animal Race” had so many similar elements. We also LOVE animals, so having so many facts about animals scattered throughout and the focus being on animal conservation, was a huge plus.

I really like Armando’s character- he’s such a kind, adventurous, curious, and clever boy! I really liked his relationship with his grandmother, and wow was she ever quirky. She had such spunk, and I was instantly drawn to her. 💕

The map, illustrations, and added letters/notes throughout really made it more appealing to younger readers. Especially the emailing/texting back and forth with Armando and his bestie! What a great way to make a chapter book appealing to all readers.

This is a book I’ll absolutley be recomending to my students, and I know it’ll be a hit! 🌎

GIVEAWAY- link in bio! Enter to win an adventure themed bundle & an Amazon gift card!

Publisher’s Book Summary: Two unlikely teammates on a grueling continent-hopping race. Their mission: to photograph 7 endangered animals in just 70 days… and solve a baffling family mystery.
When twelve-year-old Armando stumbles on his mother’s old race journal and convinces his wacky grandmother to join the Amazing Animal Race—the same race his mother disappeared on eight years earlier—his summer explodes into a wild global adventure. Armed with night vision goggles, bear spray, and support from his tech-savvy friend Jinny, Armando faces a charging polar bear, poachers’ bullets, and ruthless rivals as he races across the icy Arctic to the steamy Amazon rainforest. What starts as a race to help endangered animals and the environment spirals into a treacherous quest to unravel a mystery that will change Armando’s family—and his life—forever.

Thank you to @thechildrensbookreview for inviting me to participate in this book tour, and the author for sending us a copy!

Very cool to start this book & read that the main character Armando is from Vancouver!

“Armando & The Amazing Animal Race” by Diana Schafter @dianaschaffter

Absolutely adored this book as an adult, and then immediately gave it to my 8 year old to read! We LOVE the show Amazing Race, and this “Amazing Animal Race” had so many similar elements. We also LOVE animals, so having so many facts about animals scattered throughout and the focus being on animal conservation, was a huge plus.

I really like Armando’s character- he’s such a kind, adventurous, curious, and clever boy! I really liked his relationship with his grandmother, and wow was she ever quirky. She had such spunk, and I was instantly drawn to her. 💕

The map, illustrations, and added letters/notes throughout really made it more appealing to younger readers. Especially the emailing/texting back and forth with Armando and his bestie! What a great way to make a chapter book appealing to all readers.

This is a book I’ll absolutley be recomending to my students, and I know it’ll be a hit! 🌎

GIVEAWAY- link in bio! Enter to win an adventure themed bundle & an Amazon gift card!

Publisher’s Book Summary: Two unlikely teammates on a grueling continent-hopping race. Their mission: to photograph 7 endangered animals in just 70 days… and solve a baffling family mystery.
When twelve-year-old Armando stumbles on his mother’s old race journal and convinces his wacky grandmother to join the Amazing Animal Race—the same race his mother disappeared on eight years earlier—his summer explodes into a wild global adventure. Armed with night vision goggles, bear spray, and support from his tech-savvy friend Jinny, Armando faces a charging polar bear, poachers’ bullets, and ruthless rivals as he races across the icy Arctic to the steamy Amazon rainforest. What starts as a race to help endangered animals and the environment spirals into a treacherous quest to unravel a mystery that will change Armando’s family—and his life—forever.

Thank you to @thechildrensbookreview for inviting me to participate in this book tour, and the author for sending us a copy!

Cranky, Crabby Crow (Saves the World) by Corey R. Tabor

What a totally perfect story! Misunderstood crow, saves the world!

We love crows- they’re such an intelligent and interesting bird. Having a crow being the main character in this story was such a delight. The illustrations are so fun, and suit the quirkiness of this story perfectly.

Synopsis: Cranky, crabby Crow does not want to play with Squirrel or do loop-de-loops with Hummingbird. He doesn’t have time for Rat or Bat. From high atop a telephone pole, Cat warns Crow that he will soon be all alone if he turns his friends away with his very cranky “kaw!” one more time. But, unbeknownst to all, Crow has bigger, world-saving fish to fry—he must protect planet Earth from an asteroid headed our way!

Loved it! Will be reading it aloud to my students this week :)

Cranky, Crabby Crow (Saves the World) by Corey R. Tabor

What a totally perfect story! Misunderstood crow, saves the world!

We love crows- they’re such an intelligent and interesting bird. Having a crow being the main character in this story was such a delight. The illustrations are so fun, and suit the quirkiness of this story perfectly.

Synopsis: Cranky, crabby Crow does not want to play with Squirrel or do loop-de-loops with Hummingbird. He doesn’t have time for Rat or Bat. From high atop a telephone pole, Cat warns Crow that he will soon be all alone if he turns his friends away with his very cranky “kaw!” one more time. But, unbeknownst to all, Crow has bigger, world-saving fish to fry—he must protect planet Earth from an asteroid headed our way!

Loved it! Will be reading it aloud to my students this week :)

Press Start! Super Rabbit Boy!

Popular in your library?

They’re a HIT with our grade 2-3 boys- I can’t keep up when the new ones come out 😳

Be sure to check them out, if you don’t have them already!

@scholasticcda @thomasflintham

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Press Start! Super Rabbit Boy!

Popular in your library?

They’re a HIT with our grade 2-3 boys- I can’t keep up when the new ones come out 😳

Be sure to check them out, if you don’t have them already!

@scholasticcda @thomasflintham

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Me & Lavender by Melody C. Peugh and illustrated by Eve Farb @eve_farb

What a delightful story! We really enjoyed this sweet story about a little girl and her new friend- an elephant named Lavender! Together they enjoy some fun adventures at home and in the backyard. In the end, we see that Lavender is her stuffed animal, and that her big imagination has taken them on some big adventures throughout the day. 🐘

A great way to talk about describing words and adjectives as they are used to describe Lavender: soggy, speedy, boring, splendid, and more!

Some great themes in here about imagination and friendship! We loved the rhyming style, which makes it perfect for a class read-aloud or a bedtime story.

Synopsis: When Lavender the elephant drops into Ella’s bedroom to play, Ella is ready for fun – until she remembers that they need to stay tidy for Mommy’s afternoon tea party. But quiet activities soon escalate to exciting ones, ending in a magnificent mud-pie mess! Will the playful pair get clean in time for tea?
Reminiscent of Christopher Robin and Pooh, Ella and Lavender’s whimsical antics and loving bond celebrate the joy

I LOVE that Flashlight Press has some great activities to go along with this one! There is a maze, word search, and colouring pages. Talk about a super fun and easy read-aloud to do with your primary or library classes, AND a no-prep, printable, FREE activity!
@flashlightpress ❤️❤️📚📚

Happy Reading!!

Me & Lavender by Melody C. Peugh and illustrated by Eve Farb @eve_farb

What a delightful story! We really enjoyed this sweet story about a little girl and her new friend- an elephant named Lavender! Together they enjoy some fun adventures at home and in the backyard. In the end, we see that Lavender is her stuffed animal, and that her big imagination has taken them on some big adventures throughout the day. 🐘

A great way to talk about describing words and adjectives as they are used to describe Lavender: soggy, speedy, boring, splendid, and more!

Some great themes in here about imagination and friendship! We loved the rhyming style, which makes it perfect for a class read-aloud or a bedtime story.

Synopsis: When Lavender the elephant drops into Ella’s bedroom to play, Ella is ready for fun – until she remembers that they need to stay tidy for Mommy’s afternoon tea party. But quiet activities soon escalate to exciting ones, ending in a magnificent mud-pie mess! Will the playful pair get clean in time for tea?
Reminiscent of Christopher Robin and Pooh, Ella and Lavender’s whimsical antics and loving bond celebrate the joy

I LOVE that Flashlight Press has some great activities to go along with this one! There is a maze, word search, and colouring pages. Talk about a super fun and easy read-aloud to do with your primary or library classes, AND a no-prep, printable, FREE activity!
@flashlightpress ❤️❤️📚📚

Happy Reading!!

Both checked out today 💪🏼

Really trying to encourage my Babysitter graphic novel fans to try the chapter books! I LOVE graphic novels, so don’t get me wrong…. But I know that the love they have for the characters, will be even MORE if they dive into the chapter books. PLUS, they can read AHEAD of where the graphic novels are, and get the inside scoop of the storylines first ❤️

I also love the updated covers of the chapter books, and I’m keen to get these in the hands of our little readers! 😊 These stories held a special place in my heart growing up, so it makes me so happy seeing a new generation loving them!

Now to sell them on the Boxcar Children…. 😂

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Both checked out today 💪🏼

Really trying to encourage my Babysitter graphic novel fans to try the chapter books! I LOVE graphic novels, so don’t get me wrong…. But I know that the love they have for the characters, will be even MORE if they dive into the chapter books. PLUS, they can read AHEAD of where the graphic novels are, and get the inside scoop of the storylines first ❤️

I also love the updated covers of the chapter books, and I’m keen to get these in the hands of our little readers! 😊 These stories held a special place in my heart growing up, so it makes me so happy seeing a new generation loving them!

Now to sell them on the Boxcar Children…. 😂

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The Cat Can’t Stay by Thad Krasnesky and illustrated by David Parkins @thadkrasnesky

This is one of those perfect sing-song, silly, rhyming, interactive read-alouds that kids ADORE. The repetition of the father’s protests, when mom keeps bringing home stray cats, is at the heart of this story!

“There’s no use begging.
Don’t say please.
I don’t like cats.
They scratch my knees.
They make me sneeze.
They carry fleas.
They’re always getting stuck in trees.”

An adorable story, with a cute ending- this is sure to be a hit with your little readers. The illustrations are in a style I love- cartoonish and full of emotion, and fit the tone of this story perfectly.

Well done!
Get this one!
Flashlight Press has a few poetry/language arts related activity/lesson plans on their website to accompany this one- which would be great to use during April (poetry month!). @flashlightpress

Synopsis: Narrated by a cat-loving little girl, this story is a hysterical romp through a family’s pet adoption dilemma. Poor Dad does not like cats, and he voices his opposition to the steady stream of stray cats that always seem to wind up on his doorstep—thanks to a cat-loving Mom who wants to save every stray she finds. In an effort to win Dad over, the little girl hides a tiny stray kitten in her hood and convinces Dad to just give it one small squeeze. Dad manages, with trepidation, to stick out his pinkie and pet the creature. But now that five cats have taken over his favorite chair, he becomes desperate and makes a visit to the pound. Dad returns happily with a big, fat puppy—everyone gets something that they want. With hilarious ink and watercolor illustrations, this picture book demonstrates the resourcefulness, love, and compromises of a pet-loving family.

The Cat Can’t Stay by Thad Krasnesky and illustrated by David Parkins @thadkrasnesky

This is one of those perfect sing-song, silly, rhyming, interactive read-alouds that kids ADORE. The repetition of the father’s protests, when mom keeps bringing home stray cats, is at the heart of this story!

“There’s no use begging.
Don’t say please.
I don’t like cats.
They scratch my knees.
They make me sneeze.
They carry fleas.
They’re always getting stuck in trees.”

An adorable story, with a cute ending- this is sure to be a hit with your little readers. The illustrations are in a style I love- cartoonish and full of emotion, and fit the tone of this story perfectly.

Well done!
Get this one!
Flashlight Press has a few poetry/language arts related activity/lesson plans on their website to accompany this one- which would be great to use during April (poetry month!). @flashlightpress

Synopsis: Narrated by a cat-loving little girl, this story is a hysterical romp through a family’s pet adoption dilemma. Poor Dad does not like cats, and he voices his opposition to the steady stream of stray cats that always seem to wind up on his doorstep—thanks to a cat-loving Mom who wants to save every stray she finds. In an effort to win Dad over, the little girl hides a tiny stray kitten in her hood and convinces Dad to just give it one small squeeze. Dad manages, with trepidation, to stick out his pinkie and pet the creature. But now that five cats have taken over his favorite chair, he becomes desperate and makes a visit to the pound. Dad returns happily with a big, fat puppy—everyone gets something that they want. With hilarious ink and watercolor illustrations, this picture book demonstrates the resourcefulness, love, and compromises of a pet-loving family.

Ode to a Pug: That Cat! By Jill Rosen and illustrated by Stephanie Rohr @odetoapug

A funny addition to the original, Ode to a Pug! This time, pug gets a new family member, a cat! And as many cats can be, this one gets into a lot of mischief! Pug learns a LOT about cats very quickly, and a lot of it isn’t very nice. Um, litterbox? Gross! Scratching the furniture? YIKES!

Kids will love the silliness of this story, and some of the outright naughty or stinky! With simple and cute illustrations, this one makes for a great book for dog & cat lovers. It also has a great rhyming, sing-song feel which makes for a great read-aloud! ❤️

Synopsis: From the author of the award-winning Ode to a Pug comes Ode to a Pug: THAT CAT!—the first in a series of amusing, adorably illustrated stories starring the gassy little pug that started it all. Hilarious pug Phoebe is back, but she is not alone. See what happens when an unexpected new member enters the household. Follow the silly antics as our number one velcro dog wrestles with sharing the spotlight. Of course, with its classic curly tail and squishy face, only a pug can pull off being both naughty and irresistible. Double the chaos. Double the fun. Another laugh-out-loud, read-aloud story perfect for children ages 2-8 and dog (and cat!) lovers of all ages.

Thank you to the author & @thechildrensbookreview for my gifted copy!

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Ode to a Pug: That Cat! By Jill Rosen and illustrated by Stephanie Rohr @odetoapug

A funny addition to the original, Ode to a Pug! This time, pug gets a new family member, a cat! And as many cats can be, this one gets into a lot of mischief! Pug learns a LOT about cats very quickly, and a lot of it isn’t very nice. Um, litterbox? Gross! Scratching the furniture? YIKES!

Kids will love the silliness of this story, and some of the outright naughty or stinky! With simple and cute illustrations, this one makes for a great book for dog & cat lovers. It also has a great rhyming, sing-song feel which makes for a great read-aloud! ❤️

Synopsis: From the author of the award-winning Ode to a Pug comes Ode to a Pug: THAT CAT!—the first in a series of amusing, adorably illustrated stories starring the gassy little pug that started it all. Hilarious pug Phoebe is back, but she is not alone. See what happens when an unexpected new member enters the household. Follow the silly antics as our number one velcro dog wrestles with sharing the spotlight. Of course, with its classic curly tail and squishy face, only a pug can pull off being both naughty and irresistible. Double the chaos. Double the fun. Another laugh-out-loud, read-aloud story perfect for children ages 2-8 and dog (and cat!) lovers of all ages.

Thank you to the author & @thechildrensbookreview for my gifted copy!

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