Awards Won: ALA Notable Children’s Book, 1994; Bulletin Blue Ribbon, 1994; Horn Book Fanfare 1995 selection; Parenting Magazine Best Children’s Book of 1994 Review This endearing bedtime story is told mostly through pictures punctuated occasionally by speech bubbles stating the repetitive phrase, “goodnight, Armadillo”, “goodnight, Lion”, and so on. Watercolor and colored pencil illustrations in blues, greens, and purples evoke the nighttime setting while yellows and pinks highlight objects illuminated by light from the flashlight, streetlight, or moon. Children will delight in the Gorilla’s mischief as he leads the animals to the zookeeper’s bedroom and they attempt to spend the night, unbeknownst to the zookeeper and his wife. Silliness ensues as each animal answers the wife with “goodnight”, shown in multiple white speech bubbles against a completely black background. Turn the page and we see only a pair of surprised eyes in the dark. Humor, suspense, and mischief combine to make Goodnight, Gorilla a hit among toddlers and preschool children. The lack of words encourages children to invent the story line and the simple repetitive phrase “goodnight” combined with pictorial cues allows pre-readers to connect written words with plot. Themes
Board Book; Humor; Mischief; Animals; Bedtime Application After reading the book to a preschool class, act out the story using a “Duck Duck Goose” type game. Kids sit in a circle and one child (the Gorilla) walks around the outside “releasing” each child from the circle by saying “Goodnight [name of child]. As they are released, the children tip toe behind the zookeeper until all the animals are released. The last child to be released then leads the others back to their places where they lay down and go to sleep. Read-alikes: Alborough, Jez. (2001). Hug. Brown, Margaret Wise. (1947). Goodnight Moon. Author/ Illustrator Website: http://www.peggyrathmann.com/index.html References: Goodnight Gorilla [cover image]. Retrieved from https://www.scholastic.com/content5/media/products/84/9780590535984_mres.jpg Goodnight Gorilla [illustration]. Retrieved from https://neelysnews.files.wordpress.com/2015/11/following.jpg Kropp, L.G. (July 22, 2013). Must-have board books for early childhood collections [blog post]. Retrieved from http://www.slj.com/2013/07/standards/early-learning/must-have-board-books-for-early-childhood-collections/#_ Rathman, P. (n.d.). Goodnight Gorilla. Retrieved from http://www.peggyrathmann.com/goodnightgorilla.html
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Freeman, D. Corduroy. Puffin, 1976. 32 pgs. HC $12.18 ISBN 978-0-7587-2275-1; PB $4.54 ISBN 978-0-14-050173-5. Summary Corduroy is a small bear in a toy department of a large story. He longs for a friend to take him home. Corduroy searches for a button and finds a friend. Age Range: 3-8 years old Awards Won: NEA and SLJ Best 100 Children's Books Review Corduroy shares the story of a small toy and his search for a button. This classic has been loved by many children since the time it was first released. The images complement the text and aid in the telling of the story. Children love this story because they can relate to both Corduroy and the little girl who purchases him. The colorful images provide images for young children to look at and older children will enjoy the story and reading along. Susan Adoc (2016) states that “[t]his simple picture book is best suited for preschoolers and school-age grandchildren from 5 to 9, although older grandchildren may enjoy a nostalgic reading now and then.” Themes Friendship Toys Teddy Bears Determination Perserverance Series Information Courderoy (Select titles)
Librarians can read Corduroy then ask children if they have a special toy. This can lead to a discussion about how they received their toy. Children can be encouraged to write a story about how their favorite toy came to be with them, similar to that of Corduroy.
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Piper, W. (2006). The Little Engine That Could from Goodreads.com. Author Official Website: http://donfreeman.info/ Book Official Website: http://www.corduroybook.com/ References Adox, S. (2016, October 4). Corduroy, a Classic Book for Children. The Spruce. Retrieved from https://www.thespruce.com/corduroy-a-classic-book-for-children-1695542 Goodreads.com [Cover Image]. (2017). Retrieved from https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/231850.Corduroy?ac=1&from_search=true Goodreads.com. (2017). Corduroy Series. Retrieved from https://www.goodreads.com/series/92051 Titlewave.com. (2017). Corduroy. StoryTimeWithMsBecky [User name]. (2017, March 9). Corduroy by Don Freeman | Storytime With Ms. Becky [Video]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YT5l-mZsjhg
Review The magic of this book is really in its illustrations and the sense of wonder that they create. The story-line itself is rather sparse, but that adds to its charm a bit, too. It could easily be a jumping off point for the further adventures of Beekle and his new friend (Flock, 2017). Themes Friendship, Adventure, Imagination, Imaginary Friends Application Parents and teachers could encourage children to fill-in the adventures that the two characters have. It could also just be a simple lesson about how you have to be brave sometimes to make new friends. Read-alikes Stead, P.C. (2014). Sebastian and the Balloon. Schmid, P. (2014). Oliver and His Egg. Knudsen, M. (2015). Marilyn’s Monster Author Official Website: http://www.dantat.com/ Book Trailer References
Flock, A.C. (2017). Review. Goodreads: The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend [Cover Image]. (2017). Retrieved from: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18295821-the-adventures-of-beekle Neary, L. (2015, February 2). 'Adventures of Beekle' Wins Caldecott; Newbery Goes to 'The Crossover' [Spread Image]. NPR. Retrieved from: http://www.npr.org/2015/02/02/383316163/adventures-of-beekle-wins-caldecott-newbery-goes-to-the-crossover NoveList Plus. (2017). Retrieved from: http://lili.org Santat, Dan. (2014, March 4). BEEKLE. [Video File]. Retrieved from: https://youtu.be/6iLWe7kS-5I Titlewave: The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend. [Bib. Info]. (2017). Retrieved from: http://www.titlewave.com
Steig, W. Doctor De Soto. Farrar, Straus & Giroux, 1982. 32 pages. PB $6.50 ISBN 9780312611897
Summary: "Doctor De Soto, the dentist, did very good work." With the aid of his able assistant, Mrs. De Soto, he copes with the toothaches of animals large and small. His expertise is so great that his fortunate patients never feel any pain. Since he's a mouse, Doctor De Soto refuses to treat "dangerous" animals -- that is, animals who have a taste for mice. But one day a fox shows up and begs for relief from the tooth that's killing him. How can the kindhearted De Sotos turn him away? But how can they make sure that the fox doesn't give in to his baser instincts once his tooth is fixed? Those clever De Sotos will find a way. Age Range: 4-8 years Awards Won: National Book Award for Children's Picture Books (1983), Newberry Honor (1983), Zilveren Penseel (1984), Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Honor for Picture Book (1983). Review This adventurous and even a bit suspenseful fable of an intelligent and kind mouse dentist outfoxing a fox is sure to entertain the young and old alike. A great introduction to the predator/prey relationships in the animal kingdom as well as the difficulty of reconciling kindness with self preservation. Themes Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Kindness, Teamwork, Going to the Dentist Application Educators can use Doctor De Soto as a chance to talk about predator/prey relationships in the animal world. What does it mean for an animal to be a predator or a prey? What were the De Sotos? How about the fox? This book can also be used to talk about kindness and ingenuity. Children can be asked about what they would have done if they were the De Sotos, and if they can think of any other clever ideas for how Doctor De Soto might have outfoxed the fox. Read-alikes Yolen, Jane. (1992). Piggins. Duke, Kate. (1992). Aunt Isabel Tells a Good One. Animated Video Other Resources Discussion Guide: http://www.scholastic.com/browse/collateral.jsp?id=32413 References Goodreads. (2017). Doctor de soto. Retrieved from https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/817316.Doctor_De_Soto Scholastic. (2017). Doctor de soto. Retrieved from https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/books/doctor-de-soto-by-william-steig/ Steig, W. (1982). Doctor de soto [Book Cover]. Retrieved from http://images.gr-assets.com/books/1312018676l/817316.jpg
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The Magic Hat shop is a story that takes the reader to the place in their imagination that allows personal growth and change. Can a hat really transform a timid person into a confident man? Can a cap turn the villagers’ frowns upside down? Find out that the magic it takes to change comes from within yourself. Themes Values Learning Community Application Wonderful storytime book for toddler or preschool children and their families. Talk to the kids after about the lessons from the story, or their favorite kind of hat! Read-alikes Rosenthal, A.K. (2006). Cookies: bite-size life lessons Wimmer, S. (2012). The Word Collector. Book Trailer Book/Author Official Website:https://www.cuentodeluz.com/authors/sonja-wimmer-a/ References CuentodeLuz. (2016, August 25). The Magic Hat Shop [reading]. Retrieved March from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5kEdicZG8k The Magic Hat Shop. (n.d.). [Cover Image] Retrieved from https://www.cuentodeluz.com//the-magic-hat-shop.html NoveList. (2017). Retrieved from: http://search.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.pueblolibrary.org/login.aspx?direct=true&db=noh&tg=UI&an=113004&site=novelist-live Falconer, I. Olivia. Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2000. 40 pages. HC, $12.99, ISBN: 978-14-698034-6 Summary Have fun with Olivia... dressing up, singing songs, building sand castles, napping (maybe), dancing, painting on walls and - whew! - going to sleep at last. Age Range: 4-8 years Awards and Honors: Caldecott Honor (2000), Parents Choice Gold Award Winner (2000), Nick Jr. Best Book of 2001, ALA Notable Children's Books 2000 & 2001, Child's Best Book of 2001, Los Angeles Times Best Books of 2000 & 2001, Publishers Weekly Best Books of 2000 & 2001, Book Sense Book of the Year Award for Children's Illustrated (2000), Children's Literature Choice List, SLJ Best of the Best Books, Bulletin Blue Ribbon Series Information Olivia the Pig
Review Olivia is a small pig with a big personality! Children will love following along as Olivia goes throughout her day, sometimes silly, sometimes serious, but always herself. This book will engage young reader's creativity and imagination, while also tapping into their humorous side. Themes Creativity, Family, Bedtime Application This book would be an excellent pick for Pajama Storytime. It could also be a nice simple introduction to art for kids. After reading the story, children could get the chance to try their hand at creating their very own Jackson Pollock inspired masterpiece, just like Olivia!
Read-alikes: Hobbie, Holly. (2010). Toot & Puddle. Thompson, Kay. (1969). Eloise. Olivia the Pig Website: http://www.oliviathepiglet.com/ References Falconer, I. (2000). Olivia [Book Cover]. Retrieved from http://d28hgpri8am2if.cloudfront.net/book_images/cvr9780689874727_9780689874727_hr.jpg Louise, A. (2016). Jackson pollock art [Photograph]. Retrieved from https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Mf5YO4m1qIY/Vyu0gmb0n4I/AAAAAAAAPoY/GXA6HPuV3-492v_f9i3hCWXH1fkgxEv7QCLcB/s1600/5y%2B-%2BJackson%2BPollock%2BFamous%2BArtist%2BPreschool%2BArt%2BLearning%2Band%2BExploring%2BThrough%2BPlay.jpg Simon & Schuster. (2017). Olivia. Retrieved from http://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Olivia/Ian-Falconer/9781416980346
Review Virginia Lee Burton’s timeless story, based on her own house in the country, continues to absorb young readers. Meticulous watercolor illustrations show the passing of time. The view is the same, page after page – the little house stands still but we see seasons change, we see children play and grow, and we see the dirty city begin to gobble up the countryside and overshadow the house. The text is arranged to compliment the pictures, usually indented in an arc design, which mirrors the rolling hills, winding roads, and sweeping sky. As the city encroaches, the typography becomes centered and cubic. The 70th anniversary edition comes with an audio CD and an introduction written by Burton’s son Aris Demetrios.
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Han, E. and Maitre, S. (n.d.) The little house [philosophical discussion guidelines]. Retrieved from http://www.teachingchildrenphilosophy.org/BookModule/TheLittleHouse Houghton Mifflin Books for Children. Retrieved from http://hmhco.com The Little House [cover image]. Retrieved from https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61uK2ecr74L.jpg The Little House [illustration]. Retrieved from http://www.mikeettner.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/IMG_1813_2.jpg The Little House [illustration]. Retrieved from https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/83/c4/07/83c4079226a33ae66b07be3ca8e7eca6.jpg Titlewave. Retrieved from http://titlewave.com Virginia Lee Burton [image]. Retrieved from https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/91/9d/8c/919d8cac840373ca5c6f89c5f0b546c4.jpg Wikipedia. (n.d.). Virginia Lee Burton. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virginia_Lee_Burton
Awards Won: Pura Belpré Illustrator Award Winner (2014); Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year; Georgia Children's Book Award Master List (University of GA); CCBC Choice (Univ. of WI); ALSC Notable Children's Book; Georgia Children’s Book Award Master List; Charlotte Zolotow Award / Highly Commended (2014); Colorado CLEL Bell Award. Review This book packs a punch, and also has the cute factor. Great for storytimes, the sound effects, Spanish words, and vibrant illustrations are engaging for readers from all backgrounds. Join Niño on his fight for fun! Themes Wrestling Spanish Family Application This is a wonderful book for sharing in storytimes at your library. Be sure to use your voice to set the tone - be very expressive! Read-alikes Soman, D. (2011). The Amazing Adventures of Bumblebee Boy Phillipps, J. C. (2009). Wink: The Ninja who Wanted to be Noticed Wheeler, L. (2013). Dino-wrestling Video:
Book/Author Official Website: http://us.macmillan.com/ninowrestlestheworld/yuyimorales/9781250062703/
References: Goodreads: Nino Wrestles the World [Cover Image]. Retrieved form https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1350328128l/15953630.jpg Yuri, M. (2013) Niño Wrestles the World. New York: Roaring Book Press. Yuri, M. (2013). Niño Wrestles the World [reading]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPmmh_h2c9U
Review Many children understand how hard it can be to wait for something they want to happen or for the first snow of the season. Henkes wonderful illustrations tell the story of five toy friends, an owl with spots, a pig with and umbrella, a bear with a kite, a puppy on a sled, and a rabbit with stars, as they wait for what will happen next. The images not only accompany the words but help to tell the story with some pages having no words at all to carry the story along. Kirkus Review (2015) states “The story is all about quietly filling in the gaps; though little appears to happen beyond the changing of seasons and arrival (and in one case, tragic departure) of other toys, the protagonists' contentment with just waiting is contagious.” Children will love this story and it can help them learn to see the joy in waiting. Themes Friendship Waiting Joy Patience Application This book is perfect for an engaging read aloud. Teachers and librarians can engage students in discussions about the rewards of waiting patiently. The book also allows for discussions of the images and how they carry the story along, children can look at the book and share what they learn from the images along (Greenwillow, n.d.). Read-alikes Willems, Mo. (2014). Waiting is Not Easy! Portis, Antoinette. (2015). From Common Sense Media Book/Author Official Website: http://www.kevinhenkes.com/book/waiting/ Publisher Official Website: https://www.harpercollins.com/9780062368447/waiting References Greenwillow Books. (n.d.). Kevin Henkes: An author study: Using art and writing to teach Kevin Henkes’s books. Retrieved from http://www.kevinhenkes.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Waiting-Kevin-Henkes-Author-Study-2015.pdf Harper Collins Publishers. (2017). Waiting by Keven Henkes: Illustrated by Keven Henkes. Retrieved from https://www.harpercollins.com/9780062368447/waiting Kirkus. (2015). Waiting: Kirkus Review. Retrieved from https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/kevin-henkes/waiting-henkes/ NPR. (2015). Some kids' books are worth the wait: 'they do take time,' says Kevin Henkes [Page Images]. Retrieved from http://www.npr.org/2015/09/22/442521229/some-kids-books-are-worth-the-wait-they-do-take-time-says-kevin-henkes Waiting [cover image]. Retrieved from http://www.kevinhenkes.com/book/waiting/
Review I love this book. It teaches resilience and has a positive, carefree vibe. Everyone seems to love this cool cat, except for the professional reviewers. That surprised me. I’ve had so many kids beg for “Pete the Cat” books. Kids think the cat is cool. Parents like that it reassures kids by teaching them that, even though things seem bad, everything will be okay. This book is awesome (Flock, 2017). Themes Colors Shoes Cats Resilience Acceptance Positivity Application This particular title was always a favorite at the Music and Motion Storytime I used to run. I highly recommend it for Storytime purposes. It’s catchy and practically begs for call-and-response interactions to spontaneously occur. It could be used for a themed Storytime about colors, cats, or life lessons. It can also be enjoyed by a parent and their child. Click this link for more information about how parents can use it with their children: http://makewayforbooks.org/pete-the-cat-i-love-my-white-shoes/. Read-alikes Beaumont, K. (2005). I Ain’t Gonna Paint No More! Emberley, R. (2010). If You’re a Monster and You Know it. Dodd, E. (2001). Dog’s Colorful Day: A Messy Story about Colors and Counting. Author Official Website: https://www.ericlitwin.com/ Illustrator Official Website: http://www.petethecat.com/ Book’s Official Website: http://www.petethecatbooks.com/ Live Telling By Eric Litwin References
Eric Litwin: Bringing Literacy & Music Together. (2017). Retrieved from: https://www.ericlitwin.com/ Flock, A.C. (2017). Review. Goodreads: Books Like Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes. [Read-alikes] (2017). Retrieved from: https://www.goodreads.com/book/similar/7088029-pete-the-cat-i-love-my-white-shoes Goodreads: Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes. [Cover Image]. (2017). Retrieved from: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6871646-pete-the-cat James Dean: The Man Behind the Cat. (2017). Retrieved from: http://www.petethecat.com/ Litwin, E. (2009, May 18). Pete the Cat - I Love My White Shoes - Live Telling. [Video File]. Retrieved from: https://youtu.be/nUubMSfIs-U Make Way for Books: Pete the Cat I Love My White Shoes. (2017). Retrieved from: http://makewayforbooks.org/pete-the-cat-i-love-my-white-shoes/ Pete the Cat. (2017). Retrieved from: http://www.petethecatbooks.com/ Sanghavi. (n.d.) Book Review: Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes [Spread Image]. Indian Parents Forum. Retrieved from: https://indianparentsforum.com/book-review-pete-the-cat-i-love-my-white-shoes/ Titlewave: I Love My White Shoes. [Bib. Info]. (2017). Retrieved from: http://www.titlewave.com |
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