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Top 27 Picture Books & Early Readers for September (page 2)

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Cover art for DELIA'S DULL DAY
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2012
Kirkus Star DELIA'S DULL DAY
by Andy Myer, illustrated by Andy Myer
"Young readers will chuckle at Delia's cluelessness--and maybe think twice about their own assumptions. (Picture book. 4-9)"
An amusing visual riff on the frequent refrain "nothing ever happens to me." Read full book review >
Cover art for SARAH GIVES THANKS
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2012
Kirkus Star SARAH GIVES THANKS: HOW THANKSGIVING BECAME A NATIONAL HOLIDAY
by Mike Allegra, illustrated by David Gardner
"Readers will look forward to more from this talented author, who has penned a perfectly paced, rousing biography. (author's note, selected sources) (Picture books/biography. 5-10)"
The inspiring story of an early-19th-century woman who supported her family, made a name for herself and gave us all an opportunity to give thanks each November. Read full book review >
Cover art for DRUMMER BOY OF JOHN JOHN
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2012
Kirkus Star DRUMMER BOY OF JOHN JOHN
by Mark Greenwood, illustrated by Frané Lessac
"A joy to read. Play calypso music and celebrate! (author's note, glossary and pronunciation guide, author's sources) (Picture book/biography. 3-8)"
Winston, a boy in Trinidad, wishes that he could play in a band and win free rotis, the delicious island specialty prepared by the Roti King and presented to the best performers at Carnival. Read full book review >
Cover art for CAT TALE
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2012
Kirkus Star CAT TALE
by Michael Hall, illustrated by Michael Hall
"Smart and accessible, charming and witty, this is one for educators and adventurers alike. (Picture book. 3-5)"
Hall cleverly plays with homophones in this diverting word adventure. Read full book review >
Cover art for WAZZYJUMP
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2012
Kirkus Star WAZZYJUMP
by Michael Moniz, illustrated by Michael Moniz
"Sublime. (Picture book. 3-6)"
Everyone seeks the magic of the little brown rabbit, but what exactly is it? Read full book review >
Cover art for NEVER TRUST A TIGER
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2012
Kirkus Star NEVER TRUST A TIGER
retold by Lari Don, illustrated by Melanie Williamson
"An excellent addition to both the folk tale genre and the early-reader shelf. (Folk tale/early reader. 4-7)"
Does one good turn deserve another? Read full book review >
Cover art for LESTER'S DREADFUL SWEATERS
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2012
Kirkus Star LESTER'S DREADFUL SWEATERS
by K.G. Campbell, illustrated by K.G. Campbell
"Children forced to wear horrid clothing made by well-meaning relatives will laugh in sympathy with Lester. If Edward Gorey and Polly Horvath had a literary love child, this would be it. (Picture book. 5-9)"
Cousin Clara, who may or may not be related to the rest of the family, knits horrid sweaters at a breakneck speed. Read full book review >