Touch the Brightest Star
Author: Christie Matheson
Illustrator: Christie Matheson
Summary: Do you need a new bedtime story to read to your kids? If so, then this book is a definite MUST HAVE! Each page is filled with wonderful, interactive directions admist soft watercolor collages. The author magically takes the reader on a quiet and calming journey to get ready to go to sleep.
Recommended Ages: 3 to 7 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a great book to practice following directions,
Extension Activities: Check out this great activity guide to use with the book! Click here!
The Cow Who Climbed a Tree
Author: Gemma Merino
Illustrator: Gemma Merino
Summary: Tina is not your typical cow. She loves to go on adventures, and believes that anything is possible. Her sisters, on the other hand, think that Tina's adventures are silly and impossible. That is until they decide to follow her one day! You and your kids will love the surprise at the end!
Recommended Ages: 4 to 8 years old
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a great book to start a discussion on being open to try new things.
Don't Touch This Book!
Author: Bill Cotter
Illustrator: Bill Cotter
Summary: Larry has a new book, but he's having a little trouble sharing it with the reader. Will Larry ever let you touch his book? You'll have to keep turning the pages to find out! This is another fun, interactive book that will quickly get kids involved!
Recommended Ages: 3 to 7 year olds
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a great book that can be used to talk about sharing in a fun way.
Absolutely One Thing
Author: Lauren Child
Illustrator: Lauren Child
Summary: Mom tells Lola and Charlie that they can go to the store for "one" treat. Along the way, Lola gets a little overwhelmed with counting everything she sees. Will Lola and Charlie actually get the one treat? You and your child will have a blast with the math in this book!
Recommended Ages: 4 to 8 years old
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a great book to show how math can be a part of almost everything you do! It also gives a lot of counting practice to the reader.
Lucy Ladybug
Author: Sharon King-Chai
Illustrator: Sharon King-Chai
Summary: Lucy is an unusual ladybug. She has no spots. When the other ladybugs start to make fun of her, she decides to go off on her own to find some spots. But what she finds instead, with the help of some new friends, is that she is beautiful just the way she is!
Recommended Ages: 3 to 7 years old
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a sweet story to help teach that it's okay to be different. It also gives the reader practice in counting, remembering colors, and learning about the seasons.
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