CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 23, 2011
"Probably best suited for sharing with primary graders, who will squirm between fits of laughter. (Picture book. 6-8)"
Zombies are all the rage with teens, and stories of lovelorn adolescent lads trying to find the perfect girl in time for the big dance abound. This quest for companionship, however, is aimed at a decidedly younger crowd.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2011
"A solid introduction for toddlers. (Picture book. 2-4)"
When looking for a simple yet entertaining introduction to Halloween for the very youngest readers, search no further.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2011
"Consider this a Halloween treat for children ready for longer, more visually complex picture-book fare. (Picture book. 4-7)"
Those charmed by Mouse's previous adventures in
One is a Feast for Mouse: A Thanksgiving Tale (2009) and
Cinco de Mouse-O! (2010) should prepare for gasps and giggles as he struggles through a series of (somewhat) unfortunate events.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2011
"Use to get the (Halloween) party started. (Picture book. 3-6)"
Can a picture book inspired by "The House that Jack Built" do anything new? Storyteller de las Casas gives it her all in converting one of her favorite stories to the printed page.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2011
"Offer this up to the most discriminating eaters or readers; most likely they will dig right in. (soup recipe) (Picture book. 4-7)"
Most picky eaters would happily choose spinach or broccoli or even Brussels sprouts over the scary stew Mama Witch cooks up for Halloween.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 5, 2011
"Superb! (Early reader. 5-8)"