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2011 Mother's Day Roundup


Cover art for LEAP BACK HOME TO ME
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 26, 2011
by Lauren Thompson, illustrated by Matthew Cordell

"Hop to it and make sure this is on your shelf! (Picture book. 2-4)"
Veteran picture-book author Thompson teams with Cordell to create a deceptively simple instant classic. Read full book review >
Cover art for LITTLE CHICKEN'S BIG DAY
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 19, 2011
by Jerry Davis, illustrated by Katie Davis

"Be sure to share with willful toddlers and rambunctious preschoolers—they will easily relate to Little Chicken. (Picture book. 1-4)"
A close-up of a neon-yellow chick beckons from the bright-blue front cover. Read full book review >
Cover art for YOUR MOMMY WAS JUST LIKE YOU
CHILDREN'S
Released: March 1, 2011
by Kelly Bennett, illustrated by David Walker

"Even though most young children enjoy hearing what their parents were like when they were little, there is not much here to excite the preschool set. (Picture book. 3-5)"
This slight story opens with a grandmother, her daughter and her granddaughter gathered around a family photo album, in a book that replicates the formula used in Your Daddy Was Just Like You (2010). Read full book review >
Cover art for A SUITCASE SURPRISE FOR MOMMY
CHILDREN'S
Released: March 1, 2011
by Cat Cora, illustrated by Joy Allen

"The appeal of this well-intentioned effort is limited to those experiencing a similar situation; others will find little to entertain young readers. (Picture book. 3-5)"
Iron Chef and debut children's author Cora obviously understands the challenges of the working mom. Read full book review >
Cover art for BABY'S FIRST YEAR
CHILDREN'S
Released: March 1, 2011
by Rick Walton, illustrated by Caroline Jayne Church

"Even though sweet books on new babyhood abound, this stands out as a fresh addition. (Picture book. 0-4)"
Would this book be best as a gift for new parents, a title to prepare an older sibling-to-be or an interactive offering to share with a group of antsy toddlers or preschoolers? Read full book review >
Cover art for I LOVE MY MOMMY
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 22, 2011
by Giles Andreae, illustrated by Emma Dodd

"The large format and warm tone make this truly perfect for little ones. (Picture book. 0-3)"
Andreae and Dodd team up to create a winning read-aloud for the very young. Read full book review >