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Age: Preschool-Kindergarten
School: Substitute Teacher
A nervous cat is concerned when her teacher isn't there to greet her in the morning. When a very different looking substitute teacher welcomes them to the classroom, Kitty is wary of his ability to manage the classroom. But, a warm and encouraging note from their regular teacher fills the room with positivity and motivates Kitty to adjust her day accordingly.
The mood of the book embraces the nervousness that a student might have when a teacher is gone but encourages children to adapt to changes by being a helper and asking friends for help. Rhyming text make it a perfect read-aloud and engages younger listeners.
School: Substitute Teacher
A nervous cat is concerned when her teacher isn't there to greet her in the morning. When a very different looking substitute teacher welcomes them to the classroom, Kitty is wary of his ability to manage the classroom. But, a warm and encouraging note from their regular teacher fills the room with positivity and motivates Kitty to adjust her day accordingly.
The mood of the book embraces the nervousness that a student might have when a teacher is gone but encourages children to adapt to changes by being a helper and asking friends for help. Rhyming text make it a perfect read-aloud and engages younger listeners.
Age: Toddler-Preschool
Family: New baby
Dinosaur: Stegosaurus
Your mom's hatching a baby but there is GOOD NEWS and BAD NEWS illustrated throughout. Good news is that you can show them all your best stuff and teach them everything. Bad news is they're too little to play, they're loud, and they stink. Esbaum gracefully and humorously presents the downsides of a new baby while simultaneously showing the sweet way a little sibling looks up to their big brother or sister. Large illustrations and 1-2 sentences per page make this a great all-ages read-aloud.
Family: New baby
Dinosaur: Stegosaurus
Your mom's hatching a baby but there is GOOD NEWS and BAD NEWS illustrated throughout. Good news is that you can show them all your best stuff and teach them everything. Bad news is they're too little to play, they're loud, and they stink. Esbaum gracefully and humorously presents the downsides of a new baby while simultaneously showing the sweet way a little sibling looks up to their big brother or sister. Large illustrations and 1-2 sentences per page make this a great all-ages read-aloud.
Age: Toddler-Preschool
Family: Older sister, younger brother
This sister and brother used to fight each other but now they fight crime. Wearing masks and capes for the duration of the book, Jinx and the Doom are seen saving innocents stuffies, fighting the dirt off their dog, and sneaking in lunch.
Although the book is small, this would make a nice read-aloud if projected onto the wall.
Family: Older sister, younger brother
This sister and brother used to fight each other but now they fight crime. Wearing masks and capes for the duration of the book, Jinx and the Doom are seen saving innocents stuffies, fighting the dirt off their dog, and sneaking in lunch.
Although the book is small, this would make a nice read-aloud if projected onto the wall.
Age: 3rd-5th grade
LGBTQ+: Emerging sexual identity, gender fluidity
It's summer break and the Cardboard Kingdom is in full swing: the evil Sorceress is crafting diabolical schemes, the Alchemist is concocting new potions, and a new hangout pub has opened up. New heroes and villains are added to the roster throughout the summer as new costumes are crafted, kids move in, and the class bully channels his unhappiness into a sweet cardboard monster.
Idealistic, sure, but within the joy of imagination and playtime, there are real world problems that the children deal with. Sell and his team of co-writers tackle a very confusing age for children: transitioning from childlike awe and innocence into an emerging realization of personal identity and the world's problems. Even as tough issues are discussed like bullying, looking different, and divorce the story always celebrates the boundless gift of the imagination in creating friendships and having a safe space to explore who you truly are.
Balanced by stories that are simple and pure fun, Cardboard Kingdom is a powerhouse of characters, stories, and potential for more. Can't wait!
LGBTQ+: Emerging sexual identity, gender fluidity
It's summer break and the Cardboard Kingdom is in full swing: the evil Sorceress is crafting diabolical schemes, the Alchemist is concocting new potions, and a new hangout pub has opened up. New heroes and villains are added to the roster throughout the summer as new costumes are crafted, kids move in, and the class bully channels his unhappiness into a sweet cardboard monster.
Idealistic, sure, but within the joy of imagination and playtime, there are real world problems that the children deal with. Sell and his team of co-writers tackle a very confusing age for children: transitioning from childlike awe and innocence into an emerging realization of personal identity and the world's problems. Even as tough issues are discussed like bullying, looking different, and divorce the story always celebrates the boundless gift of the imagination in creating friendships and having a safe space to explore who you truly are.
Balanced by stories that are simple and pure fun, Cardboard Kingdom is a powerhouse of characters, stories, and potential for more. Can't wait!
Age: Preschool-1st grade
After their home is cut down with Lulu still inside, Red the Cardinal must travel into an unknown city to save his partner. The illustrations are gorgeous and the story is a nice respite from the traditional Christmas books.
After their home is cut down with Lulu still inside, Red the Cardinal must travel into an unknown city to save his partner. The illustrations are gorgeous and the story is a nice respite from the traditional Christmas books.
Age: Preschool-2nd grade
Humor: Absurd
Another collection of animals wearing hilariously impractical clothing. Adding to the humor are the looks of confusion and concern on the animals' faces. Large bold text, and illustrations with white backgrounds make this perfect for reading aloud.
Humor: Absurd
Another collection of animals wearing hilariously impractical clothing. Adding to the humor are the looks of confusion and concern on the animals' faces. Large bold text, and illustrations with white backgrounds make this perfect for reading aloud.
Age: Preschool-1st grade
Home: Bathroom
Foges provides an answer to the age old question "Do my toys come to life when I'm gone" but, instead, investigates the goings-on of the bathroom. Toothbrushes rave, Shampoo plays some funky beats, and Loofahs go bananas in this all-out rager. While some of the objects appeared to have distinct personalities, some spotlighted objects just kinda danced, or the vocabulary used was more like word soup, which felt like a missed opportunity. Still, a fun way to explore inanimate objects with a rapping read-aloud.
Home: Bathroom
Foges provides an answer to the age old question "Do my toys come to life when I'm gone" but, instead, investigates the goings-on of the bathroom. Toothbrushes rave, Shampoo plays some funky beats, and Loofahs go bananas in this all-out rager. While some of the objects appeared to have distinct personalities, some spotlighted objects just kinda danced, or the vocabulary used was more like word soup, which felt like a missed opportunity. Still, a fun way to explore inanimate objects with a rapping read-aloud.
Age: Toddler-Preschool
Rabbit walks into her surprise birthday party that just keeps on giving surprise after surprise. Quick read-aloud that invites the reader to ask the audience what changes occur in each picture after the lights go back on.
Rabbit walks into her surprise birthday party that just keeps on giving surprise after surprise. Quick read-aloud that invites the reader to ask the audience what changes occur in each picture after the lights go back on.
Age: Toddler
Seasons: At the beach
Onomatopoeia words will make this a fun read-aloud to a younger crowd. Readers may want to elaborate more on the words provided to describe the story being told through the illustrations.
Seasons: At the beach
Onomatopoeia words will make this a fun read-aloud to a younger crowd. Readers may want to elaborate more on the words provided to describe the story being told through the illustrations.
Age: Preschool-1st grade
Family: Father and son
A charming story of a special bonding time at dusk for an older son and his dad. The gentle, straightforward text feels poetic in its observations of the world as father and son share a peaceful and predictable ritual that is full of exploration and possibility. The calmness of this special time for father and son left me at peace after having read it.
Family: Father and son
A charming story of a special bonding time at dusk for an older son and his dad. The gentle, straightforward text feels poetic in its observations of the world as father and son share a peaceful and predictable ritual that is full of exploration and possibility. The calmness of this special time for father and son left me at peace after having read it.