Book Review: Bats
Karen Bats are scary to most people yet few have actually seen one. In her book, Bats, Gail Gibbons presents bats in a positive way and creates an appealing image for…
Book Review: The Seasons of Arnold’s Apple Tree
Apples are a favorite fruit of many children but do they know where they come from? Do they realize that apples grow on trees that bloom in spring? Probably not.…
Book Review: Farming
Children in the city often have no idea of how milk, vegetables and meat are produced and link it more to a store that the countryside. They don’t know what…
Book Review: Spiders
Not the most popular animal, spiders are residents of the garden and contribute in many ways. Children and adults alike are often frightened by these critters and kill them unnecessarily.…
Book Review: Frogs
When spring arrives and ponds come alive male frogs can be heard croaking and frog eggs may be seen floating in the water. What better time to introduce young readers…
Book Review: Ladybugs
One of the first insects a child is likely to enjoy is a ladybug. With its bright red color and black spots the common ladybug is appealing and makes a…
Book Review: Apples
A good way to encourage our children and grandchildren to eat healthy food is to make such foods fun and inviting. Gail Gibbons book, Apples, does just that. Filled with…
Book Review: Groundhog Day!
Books about holidays are very appealing to children and a good way to teach them about the traditions that play a role in our culture. Gail Gibbons book, Groundhog Day!,…