CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 1, 2011
"In the crowded field of Halloween picture books, this unfortunately falls flat. (Picture book. 2-4)"
Thomas is back with another slapstick adventure featuring Duck, Mouse and Pig (
The Doghouse, 2008;
A Birthday for Cow, 2008).
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CHILDREN'S
Released: July 26, 2011
"Kids will feast on this deliciously scary tale over and over. (Picture book. 4-8)"
Bardhan-Quallen spins a yarn equally suitable for a campfire gathering or a fireplace cuddle.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: July 19, 2011
"Sometimes scary, often funny and ultimately heartwarming, Rohmann's tale successfully balances a tight text full of tough emotions with clear images of an everlasting friendship. (Picture book. 4-8)"
Caldecott Medalist Rohmann employs a similar artistic style to his award-winning
My Friend Rabbit's as he depicts a young boy's journey through grief by way of a spooky graveyard on Halloween.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: July 12, 2011
"There's plenty in this scary-sweet book to please children all year round. (Picture book. 2-4)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: July 12, 2011
"Sharratt's interactive rhyming fun one-on-one. (Picture book. 3-5)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: July 1, 2011
"As in Demas' earlier Valentine Surprise (2008), Lily's plucky dedication to solving her own dilemma reinforces the lesson to keep trying and do your best. (Picture book. 3-6)"
Sweet little Lily's quest to come up with just the right costume is characterized by quietly entertaining do-it-yourself determination.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: July 1, 2011
"While on the bland side, this may be just the right book for time-tapped families. (Picture book. 4-8)"
Maddie really loves monsters, a passion that likely stems from the fun she has with her dad, who coincidentally resembles Boris Karloff.
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