Librarianjk recommends Did My Mother Do That?

Did My Mother Do That?

by Sharon Holt

Summary: With the promise of hearing about the day she was born, Holly and her father first imagine the birth of several different animals including chickens, kittens, and kangaroos.

This is a wonderful book for celebrating both mothers and fathers!

Interest Level: age 2-4, grades K-3
Reading Level: grade 2

Newbery Award Winners of the 1920s

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Librarianjk recommends Christian the Hugging Lion

Christian the Hugging Lion

by Justin Richardson

Summary: When Ace and John find a lion cub for sale at Harrods department store, they buy him, name him Christian, and the three live happily for a year in a London apartment, but eventually Christian grows too big and they must let him go to live the life of a wild cat. Based on a true story; includes an author's note.

I love this story! Any animal lover should read it. I recommend watching the youtube video just as much! It is extremely touching.

Interest Level: ages 2-4, grades K-3
Reading Level: grade 3

Librarianjk recommends Todd's TV

Todd's TV

by James Proimos

Summary: When Todd's parents are too busy to take care of him, his television steps in to handle the parenting.

This book is very humorous. It is also a cautionary tale for parents.

Interest Level: ages 2-4, grades K-3

Reading Level: grade 2

Librarianjk recommends Whatever Happened to the Pony Express?

Whatever Happened to the Pony Express?

by Verla Kay

Summary: A family's cross-country communication changes during the development and demise of the Pony Express.

This is a fantastic historical read! It is wonderful for discussing technology changes, specifically in communications.

Interest Level: grades 4-6
Reading Level: grade 3

Otto Goes to School

Otto Goes to School

by Todd Parr

Summary: After a breakfast of juice, cereal, and a banana split, Otto goes to school for the first time, where he makes new friends and learns how to wag his tail without knocking things over.

This is a cute and humorous picture book. It is short and most appropriate for children entering preschool.

Interest Level: ages 2-4
Reading Level: grade 2

Librarianjk recommends Frankie Stein Starts School

Frankie Stein Starts School

by Lola M. Schaefer

Summary: Frankie begins his first day at Miss Wart's Academy for Ghouls and Goblins excited and eager to learn, but when the other students tease him for being different, he demonstrates what he already knows about being scary.

This book is appropriate for discussing that all people are unique, yet similar. It can also be used as a Halloween treat, especially for young ones who do not want to hear something scary.

Interest Level: ages 2-4, grades K-3
Reading Level: grade 2