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!
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Showing posts with label JEasy Picture book. Show all posts

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.

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!

Friday, October 21, 2011

Baby Ruby Bawled By Malaika Rose Stanley

Baby Ruby won't stop crying. Dad gives her a bath, Mom gives her a feed, Nanna takes her for a drive, and Grandad walks her around the garden, but Ruby won't stop crying. At last her brother Theo has a try and sings her a special song he makes up. Theo is so tired out by all of this that he falls asleep, and so does Ruby. A warm family story about a baby that won't stop crying and an older brother who saves the day.



Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Llama Llama home with Mama By Anna Dewdney


Llama Llama is feeling crummy, sneezing, achy, head all stuffy. No school today for Llama, he’s sick at home in his red pajamas. As the day wears on and Llama starts feeling better, boredom sets in--along with Mama Llama’s coughs and sneezes. Llama Llama knows just what to do, bringing Mama tissues, a fluffy pillow, and books to read. Anna Dewdney’s latest is a welcome addition to her bestselling Llama Llama picture book repertoire, perfectly capturing the challenges of a little one home sick from school and the big dose of love that makes the best medicine.

Adorable story with perfect illustrations! the perfect sick day read aloud- snuggle up with a blanket and read this fun little story about a LLama and his mama!

The Babies On The Bus By Karen Katz




The babies on the bus sing
LA-LA-LA!
LA-LA-LA!
LA-LA-LA!
Jump on the bus with Karen Katz’s adorable babies as they take a classic song for an all-new ride!
This irresistible picture book by the popular author of The Colors of Us, Counting Kisses, and Where Is Baby’s Belly Button? will steal your heart!


An adorable and playful book a modified version of the classic song "The Wheels on the Bus" simple words and repeated text will have your little ones singing along as you share the story together!











Perfect Square By Michael Hall



A perfect square is transformed in this adventure story that will transport you far beyond the four equal sides of this square book.

One Foot Two Feet By Peter Maloney

In this clever counting book, die-cut windows frame a single object and a turn of the page reveals a group. Featuring familiar objects and funny artwork, this inventive concept book is a great introduction to both counting and common irregular plural nouns.



Fun, colorful illustrations and cute set up for this counting book with its die-cut windows! pefect for a simple lesson on counting or an early learner that is practicing counting!

Monday, March 28, 2011

I Broke My Trunk By Mo Willems


Gerald is careful. Piggie is not.


Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can.

Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to.
Gerald and Piggie are best friends.
In I Broke My Trunk! Gerald tells Piggie the long, crazy story about breaking his trunk. Will Piggie end up with a long, crazy story of her own?

another funny addition to the piggie and elephant series from mo willems! cartoon like illustrations with simple text are the perfect combination for an early reader!

Itsy Bitsy Babies By Margaret Wild


PreS–This sweet book is worthy of its well-loved creators. The rhyming, rhythmic verses are clear and playful, and the familiar goings-on will inspire youngsters to mimic the children they see on the pages. “These itsy-bitsy babies play peek-a-boo./Those itsy-bitsy babies like to shampoo..../These itsy-bitsy babies eat toast and eggs./Those itsy-bitsy babies look through their legs.” Colorful backdrops fade under the text, making the words easy to read. Pastel illustrations show cheerful babies–and a few toddlers–from a variety of backgrounds. This title will work well as a read-aloud one-on-one and in groups


Adorable story of what babies love to do! cute illustrations make this an interactive story for baby to explore the pictures with their moms or dads.

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Pick a Pup By Marsha Wilson Chall

Today is the day that Sam picks a pup! But how will he ever decide which one? He and his gram take a trip to the city animal shelter, greeting their neighbors' dogs as they go. There are sleepy pups, hyper pups, glamorous pups—and some that are a mix of everything!

This energetic book, with its fun rhyming text and adorable illustrations, is sure to thrill the young dog lover. Anyone who's ever adopted a furry friend will already know the true trick to picking a pup . . . the pup picks YOU!

A fun story for little one's who want a new dog! Also the perfect story if you get your dogs at the Humane Society or some other shelter! Fun illustrations! A perfect read aloud for all little ones and dog lover's a like!

I Can Help! By David Hyde Costello

PreS—This simple tale of helpfulness is a charmer. A little yellow duck lives side by side with monkeys, giraffes, gorillas, and elephants. He is wandering through some tall grass when he stops and says, "Uh-oh. I'm lost." A monkey in a tree answers, "I can help." On the following spread, the duck says, "Thank you, monkey!" as he is reunited with his mother. That episode is followed by the monkey needing help, with a giraffe coming to his assistance. The story continues this pattern throughout the book. The text is sweetly illustrated with descriptive pictures. After one reading, most children will pick up on the pattern and be able to read the book by themselves.
This is an adorable story to share with young children with bright and colorful illustrations! perfect read-aloud and fun for all those little ones who love animals!