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Corduroy

sbederman — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 17:34:39 +0000

By Don Freeman

Corduroy

Corduroy, a lonely bear in green overalls, must first find his lost button before he can be Lisa’s very own bear.

Rating: *****

It’s no wonder this book has held the test of time. It is a sweet book about friendship.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

sbederman — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 17:29:17 +0000

By Eric Carle

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

This book enables the teacher to raise the language awareness of the whole class as they follow the evolution of the caterpillar in days, foods and numbers.

Rating: *****

Your child will love counting the holes in all of the eaten food.

The Story of Babar The Little Elephant

sbederman — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 17:28:01 +0000

By Jean de Brunhoff

The Story of Babar The Little Elephant

The classic first story about literature s most beloved pachyderm. After his mother is killed by a hunter, Babar avoids capture by escaping to the city, where he is befriended by the kindly Old Lady. He becomes educated and cultured and, upon his return to the great forest, is crowned King of the Elephants.

Rating: ****

This actually is a controversial story because it’s said to support colonialism.

Madeline

sbederman — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 18:43:58 +0000

By Ludwig Bemelmans

Madeline

Set in picturesque Paris, this tale of a brave little girl’s trip to the hospital is as appealing today as it was in 1940. The combination of spirited heroine, timelessly appealing art, cheerful humor, and rhythmic text makes “Madeline” a perennial favorite with children of all ages

Rating: ****

This story captures its younger listeners more than its older readers. It has a wonderful singsong rhyme that places you right into the school.

The Little Red Hen

sbederman — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 17:34:16 +0000

By Paul Gadone

The Little Red Hen

The familiar tale of the industrious hen and lazy cat, dog, and mouse.

Rating: *****

Every child needs to know this story. A nice story to discuss helping and sharing.

Goldilocks and the Three Bears

sbederman — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 17:30:43 +0000

Goldilocks and the Three Bears

This is a traditional telling of the favorite fairy tale about the little girl who comes upon a cottage in the woods that is home to a family of bears.

Rating: *****

Every child needs to know this story.

James Marshall’s Cinderella Review

sbederman — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 19:45:48 +0000

By Barbara Karlin

James Marshall’s Cinderella

Vain and horrid relatives, tons of laundry, and a fireplace that just never stays clean…this pooped and put-upon heroine needs a little magic in her life! Luckily for her, and for kids and delighted grown-ups everywhere, the inimitable James Marshall cast his wacky brand of enchantment upon Cinderella’s tale-complete with grinning rats, a daffy godmother, and a whole golden coachful of belly laughs! “Will take its rightful place on the fairy-tale shelves, but won’t sit there for long!”

Rating: *****

A classic tale that you can share with your children.

Red Hen and Sly Fox Review

sbederman — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 15:34:28 +0000

By Vivian French

Red Hen and Sly Fox

A kind and clever hen manages to outwit the sneaky fox that hopes to make her his next dinner.

Rating: *****

You and your kids will love this modern day fairy tale. Plus the fox makes some great fun-to-read sounds.

The Gingerbread Boy Review

sbederman — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 16:38:41 +0000

By Richard Egielski

The Gingerbread Boy

“Run run run as fast as you can. You can’t catch me! I’m the gingerbread man.”

Rating: *****

This classic book will have your child chasing the gingerbread boy along with all of the storybook characters. A timeless story from your childhood that you can share together.

Suggested Activity: Make your own gingerbread boys. Your child will love decorating him and even more so catching and eating him.