This is Warren County Public Library's Children's book blog. Here you can get information on great new books that our librarians have reviewed. We hope you enjoy these books as much as we have!

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Say What? By Angela Diterlizzi

"For preschoolers who enjoy language play, this opens up whole new opportunities for communication."--Kirkus Reviews

“When an author says ‘Wonderful,’ does she really mean, ‘I wish I’d thought of it!’? You betcha! This is the perfect toddler book.”—Jane Yolen, author of the New York Times bestselling How Do Dinosaurs? series

"Dierlizzi's jazzy verse translations of animal sounds work well...Chou...gives his imagination free rein."
--Publishers Weekly



adorable rhyming book with fun and playful illustrations alll about animals sounds and what do they really mean to say if they could talk.

Too Shy for Show and Tell By Beth Bracken

Sam is a quiet little boy who hates show-and-tell. Just thinking about it makes his stomach hurt. Sam must find a way to conquer his fear of show-and-tell.




adorable little story about a shy giraffee named Sam who is so shy he is terrified to talk in front of his class and show his show-and-tell item to the group but, as he waatched the other kids realized that no one laughed, or made fun of anyone and that his class clapped for each person!
a perfect story for little shy children with soft welcoming illustrations!

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Big Brothers Don't Take Naps By Louise Borden


Nicholas looks up to his big brother, James. James does all kinds of things that only older brothers can do—like write his name, read books, cross the street, and ride the school bus. But there’s one thing James doesn’t do: take a nap. Because big brothers don’t take naps. James assures Nicholas that someday he’ll be able to do all the things James does. And when the brothers begin to share a very special secret, it looks like that special day may be approaching very soon….


Monday, January 2, 2012

What is Your Dog Doing? By Marilyn Singer

This colorful, young read-aloud about all things canine is doggone fun. Woof! Sit. Stay. Roll Over. Sure, those are the classics—but dogs can do so much more! Sledding. Shedding. Inspecting. Protecting. Paddling laps. Dancing? Perhaps! Be it a working dog or a playing dog, man’s best friend can be pretty darn busy. This energetic, rhyming text paired with vibrant, playful illustrations is sure to get dog lovers everywhere eager to teach their old dogs some new tricks.

You: a Story of Love and Friensdhip By Stephen Michael King

The world is a fun and colourful place, filled with sharing and excitement, ups and downs, and everything in between. But my favourite thing in the world is...you! This comforting tale is the perfect gift to remind every child just how special they are.


Pirate Nap By Danna Smith

What better place for naptime than a grand pirate ship on the high seas!

Two boys use their imaginations to turn everyday objects, from a white bandanna to yellow coins to a red blanket, into colorful pirate treasure as they prepare for naptime. With a bouncy rhymed text and fun illustrations, this charming book teaches little ones their colors while making a great read-aloud. Even the youngest readers and listeners will want to be a part of the fun as they get ready to sail off to sleep!

Adorable read for the child pirate lover in the family.. also a fun read for naptime or bedtime! Perfect interactive story with all the colors for the kids to find!

Dear Hot Dog By Mordicai Gerstein

Whether it’s slurping up spaghetti or catching some sun at the beach, the everyday wonders celebrated in this collection of poems will appeal to young readers.
Cleverly crafted by Mordicai Gerstein, Dear Hot Dog follows three friends from the time they wake up and brush their teeth to when they snuggle up for bed with their favorite stuffed animal. In between playing outside, making crafts, eating their favorite treats, and reading, together they delight in the adventure and magic that each day brings. Gerstein’s vibrant illustrations and lighthearted verse make Dear Hot Dog a great introduction to poetry for young readers.



fun poems about some everyday things!