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Swine Lake

Swine Lake by James Marshall illustrated by Maurice Sendak Nearly mad with hunger a wolf stumbles upon a theater advertising a performance of Swine Lake.  In an incredibly lucky turn, he happens into free tickets for box seats, delightfully close … Continue reading

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Pigsty

Pigsty by Mark Teague When Wendell’s mother informs him that his room is turning into a pigsty, it turns out, she means it quite literally.  Wendell’s room is messy, certainly, but the presence of an actual pig is not what … Continue reading

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Time of Wonder

Time of Wonder by Robert McCloskey Even if the name Robert McCloskey doesn’t ring any bells, you’ve probably heard of some of his books, maybe Make Way for Ducklings or Blueberries for Sal .  This goes double if you have … Continue reading

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Come On, Rain

Come On, Rain by Karen Hesse This is the quintessential book about summer rain, especially if you’ve lived in an urban area.  The writing is so beautiful and evocative that you could read this in the frosty middle of winter … Continue reading

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Miss Rumphius

Miss Rumphius by Barbara Cooney Somehow, Miss Rumphius escaped my knowledge as a child.  It wasn’t part of my extensive book collection and I just never read it.  And forgive me for such an accusation, but I really don’t think … Continue reading

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Grandpa Green

Grandpa Green by Lane Smith This incredibly simple story is just the telling of a man’s life.  The interest is all in the pictures which show that story in the topiary of the man’s garden.  The end may make some … Continue reading

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The Tale of Peter Rabbit

The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter I have no idea why this is the most famous and beloved of Beatrix Potter’s stories.  It’s certainly never been my favorite.  But it is a classic, and quite a good lesson … Continue reading

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Tippy-Tippy-Tippy, Hide!

Tippy-Tippy-Tippy, Hide! by Candace Fleming Mr. McGreely has made his house cosy for winter, but he isn’t letting anybunny else in.  So when the three little bunnies come seeking shelter, he turns them away.  Enterprising creatures that they are, the … Continue reading

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Muncha! Muncha! Muncha!

Muncha! Muncha! Muncha! by Candace Fleming All Mr. McGreely has ever wanted is a garden to call his own.  So he is quite obviously distressed when his precious plantings are devoured by a crew of hungry bunnies.  But unlike Peter … Continue reading

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Bear Wants More

Bear Wants More by Karma Wilson Karma Wilson’s Bear is not featured in a single story.  She’s created a veritable empire out of Bear, with 8 books, many available in special sets or board book editions for the smallest hands. … Continue reading

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