Catherine Callegari
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Surprise! Surprise!
This British import is the ultimate "and baby makes three" wish fulfillment tale. The surprise, of course, is three what? A humorous but nonessential addition.
Many Moons
This solid introductory glimpse at the phases of the moon can be read on many different levels. Also works well as a book on shapes or a read-aloud.
Abigail the Whale
This tale of positive thinking is a great jumping-off point for a discussion about teasing, self-esteem, empathy, and perspective.-Catherine Callegari, formerly at Gay
Anna Sewell's Black Beauty
A good introduction to a classic, perfect for classroom reading and storytimes with older children. Pair it with Peter Parnall's Stuffer and Mônica Carnesi's Little Dog Lost for animal tales with happy endings.
Wonderfall
An excellent seasonal addition, great for storytime and as a catalyst for poetry writing or artwork.
Maggi and Milo Make New Friends
Brenning has penned another winner. This is a charming selection with a great message to boot.
Ninja!: Attack of the Clan
Despite a rather abrupt ending, this action-packed title is sure to be popular among ninja aficionados and where the previous one did well.
Watch the Birdie!
This is a sweet additional purchase that touts courage in the face of adversity and the importance of friendship. Budding readers will appreciate the simple wording of the patterned text.
Pinny in Summer
A Pollyanna named Pinny makes the best of her summer day. Despite the label on the book flap and the organizational structure (four short chapters), this is not an easy reader. An additional seasonal selection.
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