Bear with Me

Description:
Everything in Owen's world is just peachy-till his parents bring home a bear named Gary-without even asking! Gary changes everything: he takes up way too much space and makes a mess of all of Owen's toys. Gary means well, though, and eventually Owen starts to see that there are some good things about having a bear in the family.

Because Gary is such an unusual addition to the family, this story will appeal to kids getting used to any kind of new family member, be it a baby, grandparent, pet, or even sharing with a friend. Refreshing humor, expressive illustrations, and characters full of personality make this warm, funny debut a book that will be treasured.



written by Max Kornell
ISBN:9780399252570

Comments:
"I had a mom and a dad and my own set of blocks," a redheaded boy reflects at the outset of Kornell's first picture book. "I had everything I needed." And then... no, it's not a new sibling that upsets the apple cart; it's a huge bear named Gary, who, according to the narrator's parents, makes the family "complete." But this is a displacement story with a twist: while Gary does cause all kinds of trouble (requiring constant parental attention, snoring, leaving caps off markers), the bear isn't a blithe or oblivious usurper; in fact, from his sad-sack eyes and hesitant posture, he looks seriously out of place. Could it be that Gary needs a friend? Portraying vulnerability without making one's characters look like whiners or wusses is no easy task, but Kornell succeeds. With a sadly matter-of-fact text and pictures composed of cutout images on painted backgrounds, he sets a sweetly plaintive mood that makes even the expected happy ending ("Maybe surprises are not so bad") quietly gratifying. It's not a flashy debut, but it's a promising one. from publisher weekly~

The Strange Case of the Missing Sheep

Description:
1, 2, 3 . . . hey, where'd all the sheep go??

In a place called Happy Valley, there live ten sheep. Every night, the ten sheep are counted into their beds by one Super Sheep Dog named Doug. But one day, the sheep are missing! Who could have stolen them? Might it be Wolf, who lives in the Dark Forest? And for what nefarious purpose? Does he want to knit them into a blanket? Bake them into a pie? Or maybe he wants to . . . count them?

With kooky, creative illustrations and an unexpected ending that will get kids giggling, this is a lively story about the fun of counting .. . and a bedtime surprise.




written by Mircea Catusanu
ISBN:9780670011315

Comments:
Mircea Catusanu's THE STRANGE CASE OF THE MISSING SHEEP is inspired by true events and tells of ten sheep last seen entering a mysterious dark woods. Doug, the Super Sheep Dog, is on the case in this fun mystery for ages 3 and up that blends in basic counting.

Very odd story. The illustrations are fun, but the various labels and assorted miscellaneous text are distracting. It's a short story and fun to read aloud, if you don't get too sidetracked. Otherwise, it's a good book to look at the pictures and point out the things you see.

Maisy at the Farm

Description:
Kids will flip for this Maisy novelty book! Now reissued in its original size, with a bold new design.

From their tactile matte-and-gloss covers to the brief guidelines for parents on the back, these lift-the-flap, pull-the-tab favorites now have a whole new look -- and are sure to have instant appeal for both Maisy fans and grown-ups who love them.




Written by Lucy Cousins
ISBN:9780763640965

Comment:
I am now raising my fourth Maisy fan, and I do consider myself rather an expert on the little white mouse. This is by far our favourite Maisy book – and we do have a few! Three boys all adored her, so how could Ella do anything different? This is a ‘flap n tab’ book, and is just very very sweet. We meet all the animals on the farm, but for once the tabs don’t just reveal a new animal – they have Maisy’s tractor chugging (and convincingly scaring a bird into the air out of the corn), the bottle-fed lamb drinking it’s milk, Maisy clearing the pigpen with a shovel (yes, really!) and our personal favourite, giving the excitable geese a drink. Sadly, Ella has just loved our copy a little too much, and it is much the worse for it – this is definitely one that will have to be replaced.

Mister Seahorse

Description:
When Mrs. Seahorse lays her eggs, she does it on Mr. Seahorse's belly! She knows he will take good care of them. While he swims waiting for the eggs to hatch, he meets other underwater fathers caring for their babies. Now Eric Carle's heart-warming New York Times bestseller is finally available in a board book edition, complete with the clear "peek-a-boo" pages that made the original such a hit. Brimming with bright, colorful sea life, this new board book will be irresistible to young children everywhere.



Written by Eric Carle
ISBN:9780399254901

My comment:
Despite the negative commentary from some reviewers, I say the real truth comes in the "true raters"--the children!! My 2+ yr old daughter was given this book as a gift (that she picked out in the bookstore). She absolutely loves it, and in the month that we've had it, we've read it nearly 50 times at her request. She loves the colors and the transparency overlays, and definitely points out the "daddy" seahorse (as well as the "mommy") every time we read it together. Her favorite page is the last one as Mr. Seahorse releases his babies with love and points out that it's time for the little ones to be on their own. She simply adores this book!

Given the commentary of many of the reviewers on the father fish "babysitting" the baby fish....If you do look to nature, many animals (and many male animals) do abandon their offspring...so I saw the book more as personifying family in nature rather than making a sexist commentary on fatherhood, patriarchal society, or gender roles in parenting.

Likewise, with older children, it could be a great springboard for discussions on responsibility and caring. I plan to use it in this manner in my 3rd grade class this year. It's at this point a person could discuss the phrasing, and talk about the parental role--moms and dads both babysit at times while the other does an errand...and "babysit" is a term children understand.

Perhaps at times, we can get so caught up in being politically correct, that we miss the forest through the trees, or miss a great book on an over-exaggerated technicality that's taken too seriously.

Cloudette

Description:
Sometimes being small can have its advantages. If you’re a little cloud like Cloudette, people call you cute nicknames, and you can always find a good spot to watch the fireworks. But what about when you want to do something big, like help a giant garden grow, or make a brook babble?
This charming book gets at the heart of what it means to make a difference no matter your size. Young children will find much to relate to in Cloudette as they follow her on her pursuit for greatness.



Written by Tom Lichtenheld
ISBN:9780805087765

My comment:
This was a charming read and one of my favorites for today. The story is about a small cloud - aka Cloudette. She is not able to do all the things the other bigger clouds can do nor does she necessarily want to do them.
She wants to find her place in the world. After trying to make her mark with no luck, she pursues a new direction thanks to the wind. Then she finds something to really go after which earns her the attention of the bigger clouds. Lovely illustrations work to enhance and bring alive the text.

Oscar and the Moth

Description:
A lively introduction to the key science concept of light and dark. Oscar is an adorably naive, googly-eyed kitten, filled with curiosity and wonder about his natural surroundings. In this fun, informative series, he meets friends who introduce him to key science concepts - this time, light and dark. The perfect starting place for young children to begin learning about the way the world around us works. Part of a brand new series featuring Oscar, the kitten. Other titles are "Oscar and the Frog", "Oscar and the Bat" and "Oscar and the Cricket".

written by Geoff Waring
ISBN:9781844287383


my comment:
This book is loverly book. I gives this for 4 or 5 year old kids a great introduction to some scientific ideas in a very simple way. It is beautifully illustrated and is a 'must have' if your child wants to know why things are the way they are.

They are brilliant for boys who love facts but sweet enough for girls too.

I recommend this book~

Yuk!

Written by Kes Gray
Illustrated by Nick Sharratt

ISBN: 9780370327907
Description:
Auntie Sue is getting married and Daisy is to be her bridesmaid. But Daisy doesn't do dresses and she certainly doesn't do lovely. Daisy wants to wear a football kit, or scuba gear, but Mum and Auntie Sue drag her off to the dress shop. Daisy thinks everything is "Yuk!" until she strikes a deal.Auntie Sue is getting married and she's asked Daisy to be her bridesmaid. But Daisy doesn't do dresses and she certainly doesn't do lovely. Daisy wants to wear a football kit, or scuba gear, or her leopard skin suit, but Mum and Auntie Sue drag her off to the dress shop. Daisy thinks everything is 'Yuk!' until she finally manages to strike a deal and design her own dress ...


Daisy is a little girl. Her mum wanted her to be a brides maid in Aunntie Sue's wedding. But she didn't do dresses. Mum told her if you don't wear a dress, everyone in the whole world will be sad.

She gave mum several ideas, for example, souba gearor leopard skin suit or football kit. Those are funny.

Sue and mum beg her to come and try some dresses on. She said yes. Sue and mum rushed her to the wedding dress shop before she could change her mind.

She tried all of them in wedding dress shop. Everyone had run out of ideas.

In that moment, she told Sue and mum she got an idea. She wanted to wear one she designed.
When she got home, she laid out some paper on the ground in her room and starting to drawn what she wanted. She pinned the note on her door.

In the Auntie's wedding day, she wore the dress she designed. It was green silk and came with a black ninja headband maximum confetti action belt.

My Comment:
I love this book. It brings me back to my childhood. When I was kid, my parents would make the deal for what they want me to do. Sometime they think your idea was not good beacause I was kid. She is adorable child. She maked a wonderful idea and did a good job. She did what she really want to do. I think it is life. We have to do what we want to do with our passions, even jobs or everything.

Being Fair (Citizenship)

Written by Cassie Mayer

"When you give someone else a turn. Your are being fair." I think so. We learn how to share things with friends."When you let other people choose what to play. You are being fair." It will tell kids how respect other people.

"When you think about how other people feel....you are being fair". I love this page. Many people in the world who don't do that, even not for family.

ISBN：978-0431186825
Description:
This series aims to equip young readers with the knowledge, understanding and skills to become good citizens, whether in school, at home, or in the wider community. Simple text and engaging illustrations are used to teach important principles such as taking turns and sharing, leading by example and following rules. Beautiful illustrations bring these topics to life for young readers. This text helps readers to make choices and understand how their actions affect other people.

My Comment:
This is a nice book for class and family. I love it because it tell something new for kids and remaind things to us. Sometime we only think of the benefit of business, we forgot most important things in our life. Even it is just a book for kids whose age is around 4 to 8. In my mind, it is nice book for me. I hope you will love it too.

Cool Dog, School Dog

Story by Deborah Heiligman
Illustrations by Tim Bowers
Author interview:

Author reads book to her dog

ISBN: 978-0-7614-5561-5
Description:
Tinka is a cool dog, a school dog, a breaking-all-the-rules dog.A hall dog, a ball dog, a crash-into-the-wall dog.Join Tinka, a dandy, sandy Golden Retriever, as she unexpectedly visits her owner at school and helps his class learn to read. Bright illustrations rendered in acrylic paint add to the excitement in this playful back-to-school story about a boy and his "loves-to-hear-a-book" dog.

My Comment:
I have to thank my friend for recommending this book. I ordered one and can’t wait to share with you.
This book descript golden retriever whose name is Tinka. She loves the little boy, and do not want to separate with him. Every day she is sad to watch him going to school.
One day she goes to school and gets all things chaos, makes teachers mad at her. Finally they decided to read book for her. And she becomes a good dog.
Tinka’s story tells us reading can let clam and get more fun. I recommend this book strongly. I also like the rhyme in it.

Tinka a joy dog, a boy's dog, a chews-a-brand-new-toy dog.
Tinka is a bad
dog, a sad dog, a makes-our-teacher-mad dog.

Seasons (Cycles of Life)

Written by David Stewart & Alan Baker
Illustrated by David Salariya

ISBN: 978-0531148440

Description:

Watch as the seasons come and go, bringing change to the countryside - from the new leaves, flowers, and baby animals of spring to the leafless trees and cold of winter.Beautifully detailed time-lapse illustrations by Alan Baker show the cycle of the seasons using a unique split-page format.

My Comment:

My Uncle gave this book to me for gift when I was a kid. I thought I still feel interested in it. The Earth is such as a magician who can change color of each season because of the Earth around sun. Follow this book first you are going to know how trees change in each season and lifestyle of various animals even plants. I love illustration of this book. It is cute and vivid for me. Kids can step by step know what happened in different seasons easily. The special part is unique split-page format. I hope you will love it too! Enjoy reading and fun.

A Bad Case of Stripes

Written by David Shannon


Video of the book

ISBN: 978-0439598385
Description:
Camilla Cream loves lima beans, but she never eats them. Why? Because the other kids in her school don't like them. And Camilla Cream is very, very worried about what other people think of her. In fact, she's so worried that she's about to break out in…a bad case of stripes!

My Comment:
Camilla Cream, who is a little girl, always do things as her classmates do. She is always worried about how people think about her. She tries 42 clothes at night before school. She finds which cloth she wants. But she gets in trouble. Her body has lots of stripes with many colors. Her mom finds many doctors to check her out. They could not cure her. It gives us two points of view. We don't worry about how other people think of us too much. What professors told is only for reference. Only you really understand yourself. You must be yourself. You can watch to video skimming the book.
Author uses crazy story and vivid drawing to show his idea for kids, even adult. It is a nice book for all of us.

Pond Life (Cycles of Life)

Written by David Stewart & Mark Bergin
Illustrated by Carolyn Scrace

ISBN: 978-0531148433

Description:
Explore the world of a pond from the plants that provide food and shelter to the many different creatures that develop, breed, and hunt beneath the water.

Comment:
I think it is good book for classroom. It will bring you going through the life cycle of frogs from sping to winter. It is not only for children, also for adult. We live on the earth, and must know some knowledge about it.

Bad Habits

Bad Habits
ISBN: 9780140564518

Description:
Just what is to be done with Lucretzia Crum? Everyone has a few bad habits. But Lucretzia has all of them! She's the burping-est, spitting-est, kicking and screaming-est girl in the whole town. And worst of all, her friends think Lucretzia's the cool-est! So what can be done with such a girl? Well...with her deceptively calm mom and mad scientist dad working on a number of wacky ways to tame their wild "little monster," it seems that Lucretzia's just deserts will soon be served!

Comment:

This is good books for class. It makes children realize what bad habits really are. For example, BURPING, SPITTING, FARTING, SWORE AT PARENTS etc. those are bad habits. Its illastration is also cute. I will buy one for my nephew.

A Day at the Seashore

A Day at the Seashore
Written by Kathryn Jackson and Byron Jackson

ISBN: 978-0-375-85425-5
Description:
The latest Little Golden Book Classic—with a summertime theme!

Nancy and Timmy hop out of their beds one summer morning and help pack their swimsuits and lunch. And then it's off to the seashore! In a charming rhyme, this Little Golden Book from 1951 (then titled A Day at the Beach) describes what preschoolers will find there: "You can catch little crabs—if you're quick! You can draw great big pictures right on the beach with a piece of a shell or a stick." Oh, what fun!
From Kathryn and Byron Jackson, authors of the popular Little Golden Book The Saggy Baggy Elephant, and Corinne Malvern, illustrator of the Little Golden Books Doctor Dan the Bandage Man and Nurse Nancy.

Comment:
I bought this book for my nephew who is five years old. When he read it first time, he showed his smiling face to me. The story is so cute, and the illustrations are beautiful with simple words. I also read it and it takes me back to my childhood!
I really like its illastration. I recommend it for you kids.

Comment:
我買這本書給我5歲的姪子。當他第一次讀這本書時，他一直對我笑，透露出非常開心的表情。這本書真的很可愛，它的插圖也很生動，而它的英文用字遣詞並不難，很適合小朋友看。我自己也看過這本書很多次，每次讀它都讓我想起小時後的情景；我建議可以買這本書給小孩。

Shake a Leg!

Shake a Leg! (Sesame Street)
Written by Constance Allen
Illustrated by Maggie Swanson
ISBN: 978-0-375-85424-8
Description:
Okay, everybodee (as Grover would say), it’s time for some exercise. So shake a leg—and every other limb—to get warmed up for some fitness and fun. Toddlers will have a good giggle as the Sesame monsters try different routines to get in shape. And they can follow along and get a kid-sized workout—if they don’t fall down laughing instead!

Comment:
Do you like Sesame Street? Are you a fan of Sesame Street? This is one of my favorite children's books. This is very fun book for activies. You can read with your kids. The Illustration is also cute. I think many chilren will like it. Try to act with your child using this book.

Comment:
你喜歡芝麻街嗎?你是芝麻街迷嗎?這是一本我喜歡的童書之一，很有互動性的一本童書，你可以和你的小孩一起讀，畫風也很有趣，很多小孩都很喜歡；和小朋友一起互動吧!

Princess Dreams

Princess Dreams (Dora the Explorer)
Written by Golden Books
Illustrated by Golden Books
ISBN: 978-0-375-85952-6

Description:

Little girls ages 3 to 6 who enjoy Nickelodeon's Dora the Explorer and princesses will love this jumbo coloring and activity book. Mermaids, missing crowns, fairy princesses, and flying horses are just a few of the wonders that Dora and her friends find during their magical adventures.

Comment:
The fox names Swiper who is Dora’s friend. One day, Swiper found the magic bottle with elf inside. For some reason, Swiper was trapped in the bottle. Dora had to think how to save her friend. She found the map, and had to go through pyramid, cross ocean to the castle. This is good tale for kids. It teaches what is friendship and how to save the friend. It has very funny dancing and wonderful illustration.

I really love this story. I hope your child also like it.

Maisy Goes to Preschool

Maisy Goes to Preschool
A Maisy First Experiences Book
Written by Lucy Cousins
Illustrated by Lucy Cousins

ISBN: 978-0-7636-5086-5
Description:
Going to preschool is a lot more fun with a friend like Maisy to show you the ropes!
Preschool for Maisy means a day filled with friends and things to do, from the time she hangs her coat on a special peg to the time she says good-bye. There’s painting and snack time, stories and nap time (and a bathroom break in between). Soon everyone’s ready to haul out the instruments and make some noise, then head outside for a turn at the sandbox or slide. In a bright, full-size storybook full of familiar scenes, this child-friendly look at a day in the life of a preschooler is one that newcomers and seasoned pros alike will be happy to share.

Comment:
his book has bright color and simple artwork. When my friend’s child read it, she told me her son learns about many of preschool activities such as painting, music, story time, napping, bathroom behavior, playing in the sandbox, and more!
I recommend this book for kids looking forward to pre-school for the first time.

One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish

One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish
Written by Dr. Seuss

ISBN: 978-0-394-80013-4
Description:
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of this beloved, classic Dr. Seuss Beginner Book, we're releasing a foil-covered Party Edition at the regular-edition price of $8.99. Since 1960, One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish has been introducing young readers to fantastically funny creatures like the seven-humped Wump, the winking Yink, the boxing Gox, and more than a few fanciful fish. A simple yet utterly silly book, it provides a perfect beginning reading experience-combining exuberant illustrations with easy-to-decode words that delight both eye and ear. Available for a limited time only, this highly collectible Party Edition is a great gift at a great value. Nothing fishy about it!

The Cat in the Hat

The Cat in the Hat
Written by Dr. Seuss

ISBN: 978-0-394-80001-1
Description:
Poor Dick and Sally. It's cold and wet and they're stuck in the house with nothing to do . . . until a giant cat in a hat shows up, transforming the dull day into a madcap adventure and almost wrecking the place in the process! Written by Dr. Seuss in 1957 in response to the concern that "pallid primers [with] abnormally courteous, unnaturally clean boys and girls' were leading to growing illiteracy among children, The Cat in the Hat (the first Random House Beginner Book) changed the way our children learn how to read.

Comment:
I can’t count the time I’ve read this book. Dr. Seuss was one of my favorite childhood authors. His books were easy for me to read when I was a very young child. They are excellent primers for beginning readers. But some kids told me it was difficult for them. Even thought difficult, they still love also beautifully illustration.
It is a wonderful story about how a cat shows up at a child's home one afternoon and turns the house into chaos. I encourage your child to use the book to come up with her or his own ideas about fun things to do for a rainy day.

The Berenstain Bears Go to School

The Berenstain Bears Go to School
Written by Stan Berenstain
and Jan Berenstain

ISBN: 978-0-394-83736-9
Description:
Illus. in full color. A sympathetic story about Sister Bear, who conquers her fear of starting kindergarten.

PART 1

PART 2

Comment:
This book which many kids love is a good way to introduce the concept of school to small children (around age 2 - 3). If you're looking for a book to introduce your child to what happens at school, it is good choice for you to pick up this.
This book does a wonderful job in teaching children what school is about and what to expect. It has a lot of sweet scenes. It tells the fact about a child who is afraid to go to school, but who then loses fear and discovers that school is a real fun place.