Rachel Forbes

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Little Red Gliding Hood

Tara LAZAR | FICTION, Sep 01, 2015

A wonderful winter-themed fractured fairy tale with so many clever details that kids will want to read again and again.

That's Not Mine

Anna KANG | FICTION, Sep 01, 2015

With its clever use of reverse psychology, That's (Not) Mine provides the perfect foundation for a discussion on sharing.

I Can't Wait!

Amy SCHWARTZ | FICTION, Sep 01, 2015

A simple and lovely book that addresses a topic relevant to many children.—Rachel Forbes, Oakville Public Library, Ontario, Canada

Relationships define this slice-of-life picture book about four young children and their diverse families. Schwartz's gouache and pen-and-ink illustrations revel in capturing homey, domestic details and characters' gestures and movements. The three-part structure opens with a page of vignettes introducing the waiting children

You're Here for a Reason

Nancy TILLMAN | FICTION, Sep 01, 2015

Fans of Tillman's previous titles will want to get this one as well; another ideal bedtime story for children and guardians to share.

I Won

Ruth WIELOCKX | FICTION, Aug 01, 2015

A fun, colorful book, with a lively pace, tone, and, topping it all off, a meaningful message.

The Problem with Not Being Scared of Kids

Dan RICHARDS | FICTION, Aug 01, 2015

Though not as effective as Peter Brown's You Will Be My Friend (Little Brown, 2011), this title will appeal to a younger audience.

Space Dumplins

Craig THOMPSON | FICTION, Aug 01, 2015

With its fully realized artistic vision, oddball humor, and fantastic story, Space Dumplins will appeal to those who loved, but have outgrown, Zita the Space Girl (First Second, 2011) and Cleopatra in Space (Scholastic, 2014).