Category Archives: New Children Books

Skating Wild On An Inland Sea

 by Jean Pendziwol

Two children wake up to hear the lake singing, then the wind begins wailing…or is it a wolf?  They bundle up and venture out into the cold, carrying their skates.  On the snow-covered shore, they spot tracks made by fox, deer, hare, mink, otter…and the wolf!  in the bay, the ice is thick and smooth.  They lace up their skates, step onto the ice, stroking and gliding, and the great lake sings again. 

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Don’t Let The Pigeon Drive The Sleigh

 by Mo Willems

It’s the most wonderful time of the year–for driving a sleigh!  “Tis also the season–for driving a sleigh! Oh, and joy to the–driving a sleigh!  The Pigeon has made a list and checked it once.  Can his holiday dream come true?  Or will the Pigeon be left out in the cold. 

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Frank and Bean the Stinky Feet Monster

 by Jamie Michalak

Frank has a book, a map, and a plan to find the Stinky Feet Monster.  Bean has new boots, a new hat, and a drum, and is ready to rock–BOOM, BOOM, BOOM!  He doesn’t believe in the Stinky Feet Monster, but as the two friends trek through the dark woods, they encounter strange noises, big footprints, and a very foul odor.  Could that be the elusive monster?  Will it make Frank and Bean its next meal? 

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The Truth About Max

 by Alice and Martin Provensen

Wherever Max the cat goes, mischief is sure to follow!  He spends his days teasing, playing hide-and-seek, and prowling the barnyard.  He’s also keenly intelligent and independent, with his own private life that begins at night. 

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The Duck Never Blinks

 by Alex Latimer

Do you see that duck over there?  That duck doesn’t blink.  Even if you look away then look back real quick.  Even if you tell it a really funny joke!

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Mine!

 by Candace Fleming

In a tall, tall tree, at the tip-tippy top, hangs a single red apple…Along skirts Mouse.  “An apple!” she squeaks, “How divine!  When it tumbles to the ground, It’ll all be mine!”

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Reggie Kid Penguin

 by Jen de Oliveira

Reggie is just like any other kid: always looking for fun and adventure!  But Reggie’s curious, playful side sometimes gets him into trouble. 

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