Evelyn Del Rey is Moving Away
Author: Meg Medina
Illustrator: Sonia Sánchez
Summary: Daniela and Evelyn are best friends...they live across from each other, in apartments that are mirror images of the other. Today is a big day because it’s moving day for Evelyn. Daniela and Evelyn spend the day playing make believe, hiding in their best spots, and promising to always be friends even when Evelyn moves away.
Recommended Ages: 5 to 7 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a sweet story about friendship, and would be a great book to read to talk about coping when friends move away.
Extension Activities: Check out the cool book sketches by the illustrator. Click here!
Roxy the Last Unisaurus Rex
Author: Eva Chen
Illustrator: Matthew Rivera
Summary: Have you ever heard of a Unisaurus before? Well, meet Roxy, the Last Unisaurus in the world! Roxy takes after her mom, who was a T-Rex, as well as her dad, a Unicorn. Unfortunately, having characteristics of both creatures makes for a lonely Unisaurus. Today she’s on the hunt for a best friend...but it proves to be a little more difficult than Roxy thought. Will she find her new best friend to help her not be so lonely? Read to find the wonderful surprise on WHO she finds as a friend.
Recommended Ages: 4 to 8 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a great book to talk about friendship, and how to go about making new friends.
Extension Activities: Check out the great list of dinosaurs at the end of the book (some real and some not) that kids could use as a research project. You can also have some fun with the activities in the storytime kit. Click here!
The Great Book of Dinosaurs
Author: Federico Magrin
Illustrator: Anna Láng
Summary: Follow Mark, the narrator, as he takes you on a fantastic tour of the world of dinosaurs. From carnivores to herbivores, you will travel all over the world to find where and when dinosaurs of all types lived so long ago. Tons of facts about dinosaurs are shared, but at the end, be ready for the transition into more “imaginative” details such as the types of equipment to use to ride a dinosaur and how to train and take care of your dinosaur!
Recommended Ages: 7 to 9 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a great book to use with any kids who love dinosaurs and want to learn more about them. It’s also a great book to talk about the difference between Fiction and Non-Fiction.
Extension Activities: Don’t forget to check out the details at the end made exclusively for any “dinosaur hunter in the making”.
The Great Book of Dragons
Author: Federica Magrin
Illustrator: Anna Láng
Summary: Have you always wondered what it would be like to live with dragons? Well then, this is the perfect book for you! You will learn how to recognize Western Dragons from Eastern Dragons, and even learn how to care for and train each type of dragon from hatchlings to adults. This practical guide is the perfect resource for any dragon hunter in the making!
Recommended Ages: 7 to 9 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a great book to use for any kid who loves dragons and legends.
Extension Activities: This is a great book to discuss legends and dragons..
The Great Book of Fantastic Creatures
Author: Giuseppe D’Anna
Illustrator: Anna Láng
Summary: Do you have a fascination for unusual animals? Then this journal is for you! From the familiar unicorns to the lesser known (and even harder to pronounce) Ahuizotl, this book will amaze you with their wonderful details. Shether you are a “trainee” or an “expert” you will find something fantastic in this journal of Fantastic beasts.
Recommended Ages: 7 to 9 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a wonderful book for any kid who has an interest in mythical creatures and fantastic beasts.
Extension Activities: Don’t forget the awesome Keeper’s Mini Guide at the end of the book including Five Golden Rules to become a Fantastic Beast Keeper, Track Identifier, and Final quiz at the back of the journal. Create your own fantastical creature! Click here!
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