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Based on the true experience of the author's parents who constructed their family's home literally from scratch. Endpapers show the before and after of what one family working together can accomplish. Illustrations tell a side story of Mother's pregnancy, the family cat's pregnancy and everyone lending a hand: baby carrying a hammer, big sister mixing cement. All-around beautiful story. Seven to Ten. Anne Womack
A graphically pleasing book about symbols and their power. Young eyes will delight in the bright illustrations that say so much and there will be lots to talk about. This is also a very subtle counting book. Lots of appeal here. Up to Seven. Edie Ching
Albert Einstein was a unique man who lived in a loving world that delighted him. This is a visually striking book that is unique in its illustrations with a sense of pervading warmth. We are given just enough information to create interest and end pages that make it possible to learn more if the reader is so inclined. The reader is also encouraged to develop his/her own questions. Up to Seven. Edie Ching
Two connected souls are part of each of seven stories starting in the year 2073 and working backwards until “time unknown.” These stories are expertly crafted and woven together for a singular reading experience. Fourteen and up. Michelle Miller
Well researched (note the extensive back matter) with lots of photographs to give life to the men described, this book tells the story of another group of African American men anxious to serve their country during World War II and facing incredible hardship and prejudice. These men were paratroopers who ultimately became smoke-jumpers because of the prejudice and narrow-mindedness of our military leaders. The details of their training, their friendship and their dedication is a story that needed to be told. It found the right author. Ten to Fourteen. Edie Ching
Kyle obsesses about pitching the perfect game and needs to be reminded that it is the team win that counts. His coach involves him with some special athletes, those who wouldn't make the most competitive teams but who are just as energetic and dedicated players. A read that introduces some new ways to look at sports participation and what it means to be part of a team or a partner. Seven to Ten. Edie Ching
Gammell's illustrations bring to life the family that Bonwill creates, disorganized, frenzied but also loveable in their quirkiness. When Aunt Rosemary doesn't bring the help needed all seems lost until just by chance, a solution is found to keep the family on track and a wonderful solution it is. Turns out this might be more than a fun read, it might offer some advice for the disorganized among us. Up to Seven. Edie Ching







