Chelsea Couillard-Smith

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Beware the Power of the Dark Side

Tom ANGLEBERGER | FICTION, Nov 01, 2015

Those familiar with the classic movie will find this to be a faithful adaptation with the bonus of Angleberger's distinctive and amusing narrative voice. New fans will be inspired to seek out the original, and won't be spoiled by having enjoyed this version.

This Is My Home, This Is My School

Jonathan BEAN | FICTION, Aug 01, 2015

Bean's introduction to a free-spirited yet structured homeschool lifestyle offers a warm and accessible perspective on an increasingly common educational choice rarely seen in children's books. A first purchase.

Kindergarten Luck

Louise BORDEN | FICTION, Aug 01, 2015

A good option for one-on-one sharing, but overall, a supplemental purchase for libraries that simply can't meet the demand for back-to-school picture books.

Monkey: Not Ready for Kindergarten

Marc BROWN | FICTION, Aug 01, 2015

While not breaking any new ground, Brown's kid-centered perspective and accessible model for preparation make this title rise to the top of its class. A first purchase.

Bunny Roo, I Love You

Melissa MARR | FICTION, May 01, 2015

Beautiful illustrations are the draw here. Unfortunately, the undistinguished text fails to find its audience.

Pepper & Poe

Frann PRESTON-GANNON | FICTION, May 01, 2015

While it doesn't break any new ground, this is a pleasantly satisfying romp that will appeal to a wide range of independent readers and should be a hit at storytime.

Wild Feelings

David MILGRIM | FICTION, May 01, 2015

Milgrim's lighthearted illustrations and empathetic understanding of child behavior make this a first purchase and a good choice both for one-on-one discussions and for storytime.