CHILDREN'S
Released: July 1, 2012
"Both cute and creepy; for those seeking relief from unrelieved sweetness in their children's books. (Picture book. 3-6) "
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 12, 2012
"As triumphant in book form as in animated and interactive ones. (Picture book. 5-10) "
Ironically, this book in praise of books first appeared as a much-praised iPad app and Academy Award–winning animated short film.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2012
"Noisy fun, with a strong beat and a narrative pattern that even younger audiences will have no trouble catching. (Picture book. 4-6)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2012
"A lightweight fear-dispeller, without the gun violence that now makes Mercer Mayer's There's a Nightmare in My Closet (1968) so discomfiting. (Picture book. 4-6)"
Beaten down by a ubiquitous chorus of denials (see title), a monster suffers an existential crisis.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2012
"This is a story of magic, etched with an everydayness that encourages readers to invite wonder, even bewilderment, into their lives. (Picture book. 4-8)"
A welcome addition to Geisert's gratifying series of wordless oddments features a volcano, a giant seed pod and, for sure, a bunch of pigs.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2012
"Though swelly seas occasionally threaten, overall, it's smooth-enough sailing here. (Picture book. 4-8)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 22, 2012
"Though it is supposed to be a silent game--and here it is anything but that--this rendering of the childhood favorite captures the essence of its illuminating comedy. (Picture book. 4-8)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2012
"Surreal but fascinating, visually jazzy but conceptually cryptic, this will work for older readers who like primary colors, geometric art or the philosophical notion of the future. (author's note) (Picture book/art. 7–10)"
A red-hoodie–sporting, upright-standing bird (or possibly weasel) named Coppernickel (
Coppernickel: The Invention, 2008) and his diminutive pet dog follow artist Piet Mondrian though a progression of changes in their setting, time period and bodies.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 8, 2012
"With far more genuineness than Seriously, Just Go to Sleep, this is sure to be a hit with preschoolers. (Picture book. 3-6)"
This French import by Saudo impresses with its comic take on the now-popular role-reversal of a child trying to get his parent to bed.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 8, 2012
"Mole finds a comfortable balance in the material world without getting apoplectic about it--a worthwhile lesson, neatly presented. (Picture book. 4-8)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 1, 2012
"The glittery cover and promise of mermaids may attract readers initially, but there is little here to lure them for repeated readings. (Picture book. 4-7)"
This second Tiptoe Guide (
The Tiptoe Guide to Tracking Fairies, 2010)
has readers scouring the seashore for mermaids and imagining what their lives must be like.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 1, 2012
"Those who favor a literal interpretation of Bible stories and fans of Smith's popular series will probably feel that this floats their boat; those looking for a gentler (and less visually ridiculous) introduction to the popular story should look elsewhere. (Picture book/religion. 5-7)"
This interpretation of the story of Noah and his Ark combines the familiar Old Testament story with perennially popular LEGO® building blocks used to create the illustrations.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 1, 2012
"Gentle and only slightly didactic, it makes not only an attractive intergenerational story but shows how much work and patience go into one of those beautiful baskets, a number of which are illustrated on the last page. (Picture book. 5-8)"
The men of Indian Island, Maine, make baskets--but young Kunu wants to do it right now by himself.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 1, 2012
"Sure to get toddlers and early readers dancing. (Picture book. 3-5)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 24, 2012
"A sweet take on the bumps in the road home for one shelter dog. (Picture book. 3-6)"
Lucy may have been rescued from the animal shelter, but this pup takes time to adjust to her new, loving family.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 3, 2012
"Clever and funny, though it's possible that only a niche audience will want repeat readings. (Picture book. 4-8)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2012
"Adult explication may be needed for the textual rubric; the visually told story is enthralling all on its own. (Picture book. 6-8, adult)"
Uplifting in more ways than one, this prizewinning import suggests that little things can change lives--and perhaps even the world.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2012
"A fine addition to the storytime shelf. (Picture book. 1-4)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2012
"The result of this Grammy-nominated harpist's effort to simplify a complex scientific subject is a medley of environmental tweets. (Informational picture book. 7-9) "
Pollution, energy use, and simply throwing things away have created a worldwide mess that kids can help clean up with an eight-step action plan.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2012
"Goodhearted, if silly. (Picture book. 3-5)"
