Saturday, July 3, 2010

Ready for Anything by Keiko Kasza


Ready for Anything
by Keiko Kasza


Optimistic Duck and his pessimistic friend Raccoon plan a picnic. Duck can't imagine anything going wrong on their picnic and Raccoon has many ideas!

Duck tries to convince Raccoon that they will have fun at their picnic in spite of his Raccoon's fears......

"Well, I've been thinking," said Raccoon. "What if we are attacked by killer bees?"

"Yeah, said Raccoon.And what if they chase us, you know, and we fall into a river?"

..."What if some lovely butterflies pass by instead of bees?"

"And what if we have the best picnic ever, roasting marshmallows?"

"Wow!" said Raccoon. "Your what-ifs are wonderful, Duck."

They finally go on their picnic..........

Duck learns that he has forgotten something very important..... Racoon rises to the occasion.... and saves the day as he says...

"I'M READY FOR ANYTHING!"

You will have to read the story to learn what Duck forgot..... and how Raccoon saved the day!

I enjoyed reading this story. It is a good story for children who are anxious little worriers.... It is a good example of the importance of having a positive attitude. Many adults would do well to read this story as well.

Nice enjoyable story. Great for younger children! Great discussion book!

Until the next time!

Happy reading!

A children's book a day, keeps the scary monster away!

Start Saving Henry! by Nancy Carlson

Start Saving Henry!
by Nancy Carlson


I loved reading this well written book. Many adults should read this book too... as Henry is not alone in spending his money as soon as he earns it... Trying to save and unforseen events that will come along and rip into your savings.........



A young mouse named Henry turns seven years old and starts receiving a $5.00 per week allowance for "making his bed, picking up his clothes, hanging up his wet towels, and setting the table."

"But every time Henry got his allowance, he couldn't wait to spend it all."

Sound familiar???????????

Henry buys giant jawbreakers, a huge pencil, a session with a fortune teller... but ... one day he saw something that he really wanted to buy.....

A SUPER ROBOT DUDE!

It cost $30 and Henry had already spent his allowance money and so he couldn't afford to buy his heart's desire.......

Henry had to learn a lesson on how instant gratification can cause you to be broke and not have enough money....... He had to learn about delated gratification......

How many adults are like Henry? Instant gratification vs. delayed gratification..... Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm?

Henry implements delayed gratification and begins saving his weekly allowance... b

"Heny, sometimes saving means not buying something, even if you really want it," said Dad.

However, little unexpected things pop up that take Henry's money away... like having to pay for a lost library book? Wanting to buy mom a special present for her birthday...... Sound familiar?

One day Henry had almost $30 saved for his Super Robot Dude and grandma arrived bearing a gift for Henry...

Want to guess what the surprise gift was for Henry????????

You will have to read the book for the answer...

I recommend this book for young children to start learning the benefits of saving... for a rainy day and delayed gratification.... Adults should enjoy the story as well.

Add this gem to your home, school, and public library collections!

Until the next time........

Happy reading........

A children's book a day, keeps the scary monster away!

The Tale of Sir Dragon: Dealing with Bullies for Kids (and Dragons)

The Tale of Sir Dragon: Dealing with Bullies for Kids (and Dragons)

by Jean E. Pendziwol and Martine Gourbault


Setting out from Camp Camelot in search of a noble quest, a girl and her dragon friend cross swords with a bully of a knight.


What a delightful creatively written children's book on dealing with bullies told from the Camelot legend...

A girl and her friend the dragon are in search of a noble quest. Instead they encounter bully on the playground.

"One of them sneered, well what have we here? And I looked at the dragon, whose eyes filled with fear."

They snatch the dragon's teddy bear.

The girl stands up to the bullies and tells them what they are doing "isn't right!" She petitions the king and they have a roundtable discussion. The bully agrees to their terms and all is well in Camelot!

"So we rode through the country performing great  deeds,
Five noble knights on our trustworthy steeds.

And my good friend the dragon, who stood proud and tall,
Was the bravest and noblest knight of them all."
I am the children's librarian at one of our public library branches today and have recommended this clever childrens' book to several children and their families.

This is a great story for children on bullying. This is a great way to start a lesson and/or conversation on bullying.

I am  impressed with the "The Dragon's Decree" included at the end of the book where:

"I will use my words and actions to help, not harm.

If ever I or someone else is bullied, I will get help.

I will not encourage a bully.

I will learn to accept others for who they are and treat them with kindness."

There are tips included on what to do if you are being bullied: "If you are being bullied, remember the following:"
  • It's not your fault! No one deserves to be bullied, and there's nothing wrong with you."
You will have to read the book to see the five tips!

The book ends with a "stop the bullying" checklist to discuss and put into action. For example,
  • Remember to treat everyone the way you would like to be treated. Bullies often target people who are different in some way, such as how they look or dress. Learn to accept people for who they are. It is our differences that make each of us unique and special!"
You will need to read the book for the rest of the "stop the bullying" checklist!

All parents, teachers, and librarians should add this wonderful resource on bullying to their collection. This book is for children 4 years and older. You might have to explain some of the vocabulary words for the smaller children.

Here is the link on Amazon.com:

Happy reading!

Until the next time!

A children's book a day, keeps the scary monster away!













Wednesday, June 30, 2010

My Heart is Like a Zoo by Michael Hall

My Heart is Like a Zoo by Michael Hall


"Welcome to the zoo! Twenty animals are waiting for you---
some are familiar, some may be brand-new.
What are they doing? How are they feeling?
Are they friends of friends of yours?
Come on in and say hello!"
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"Eager as a beaver,
steady as a yak,
hopeful as a hungry heron fishing for a snack ..."

This book was such a treat to the eyes! This book is about several different animals that were drawn using heart shapes. This is a must for story times. Children will love the colors, shapes, and short rhyming descriptions for each animal.

The shapes, colors, and words are so beautiful! Children will enjoy finding the heart shapes for each animal as well as the colors and descriptions. Children will be familiar with most animals and some of the older children will recognize some of the popular descriptions that are used to describe the animals in this book. For example, "Snappy as a crab, angry as a bear, bothered as a bull with a hornet in its hair." and "Cool as a penguin, crafty as a fox, quiet as a caterpillar wearing knitted socks!" This book is a must have for all families with small children and for school and public libraries. This book book will make for a memorable and exciting storytime for young age children. I only wish I was still teaching because I would have a blast introducing the students to "My Heart is Like a Zoo!"


I loved this book so much that I didn't want it to end... However, the ending was quite clever and delightful!
"Cozy as a clam, chatty as a jay,
tired as a zookeeper who's had a busy day."

When you read this book, you will understand my joy at having the opportunity to discover this lovely... warm and fuzzy invitation the the zoo..::))) How brilliantly created!!!!!!!!!
Until the next time................

Happy reading!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A children's book a day, keeps the scary monster away!

Sunday, June 27, 2010

New York Times Best Selling Graphic Books for June 27, 2010

New York Times Best Selling Graphic Books 
Week of June 27, 2010


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Welcome to this week's best selling graphic books for June 27, 2010

We have some new comers to this list this week:
3NEIL YOUNG'S GREENDALE, by Josh Dysart and Cliff Chiang. (DC Comics, $19.99.) Welcome to Greendale, Calif., the town first visited by Neil Young in his 2003 album. The story centers on Sun Green, the women in her family, and their special relationship with nature.

3SOUL EATER, VOL. 3, by Atsushi Ohkubo. (Yen Press, $10.99.) Maka, an arms expert, wants to turn the Soul Eater, her living scythe, into the ultimate weapon for Death.

How many of you have read or are planning to read these two books?

What are your thoughts on the rest of the list?

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Until the next time...

Happy reading..............

 A children's book and graphic novel a day, keeps the scary monster away!

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Here is the link to the entire list:
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/04/books/bestseller/bestgraphicbooks.html?ref=review

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Here is the entire list:
HARDCOVER GRAPHIC BOOKS
This Week
Weeks on List
1TWILIGHT: THE GRAPHIC NOVEL, VOL. 1, by Stephenie Meyer and Young C. Kim. (Yen Press, $19.99.) The comic adaptation of the ever-popular vampire series.14
2JUSTICE LEAGUE: CRY FOR JUSTICE, by James Robinson and Mauro Cascioli. (DC Comics, $24.99.) A new more aggressive Justice League is formed in the wake of the deaths of some long-time comrades.2
3NEIL YOUNG'S GREENDALE, by Josh Dysart and Cliff Chiang. (DC Comics, $19.99.) Welcome to Greendale, Calif., the town first visited by Neil Young in his 2003 album. The story centers on Sun Green, the women in her family, and their special relationship with nature.1
4KICK-ASS, by Mark Millar and John Romita Jr.. (Marvel Entertainment, $14.99.) A "realistic" look at what would happen if a teenage boy put on a costume to fight crime. Not for the weak of heart.16
5WEDNESDAY COMICS, by Various. (DC Comics, $49.99.) The oversized newspaper anthology series featuring some of the industry’s most popular talents gets a first-class facelift.3
6FLASH: REBIRTH, by Geoff Johns and Ethan Van Sciver. (DC Comics, $19.99.) Barry Allen, the Silver Age Flash, is back from the dead. He must adjust to his return and what he learns about the Speed Force to which all the super-speedsters are linked.7
7BATMAN AND ROBIN, VOL. 1, by Grant Morrison, Frank Quitely and Philip Tan. (DC Comics, $24.99.) After Batman’s demise, Dick Grayson, the first Robin, takes on the mantle of the Bat. His costumed partner is Damien, the son of Bruce Wayne. Causing them grief? Jason Todd, the second Robin.10
8BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE, by Alan Moore and Brian Bolland. (DC Comics, $17.99.) This critically acclaimed story from 1988 offers a possible origin for the Joker.67
9THE BOOK OF GENESIS: ILLUSTRATED, by R. Crumb. (W.W. Norton & Co., $24.95.) The legendary artist tackles the first book of the Bible.31
10JONAH HEX: NO WAY BACK, by Justin Gray, Jimmy Palmiotti and Tony DeZuniga. (DC Comics, $19.99.) The antihero of the Wild West stars in this original graphic novel. In it, Jonah tries to reconnect with his dying mother and searches for his missing lover Tallulah Black.2

PAPERBACK GRAPHIC BOOKS
This Week
Weeks on List
1SCOTT PILGRIM: PRECIOUS LITTLE LIFE, by Bryan Lee O''Malley. (Oni Press, $11.95.) Meet Scott Pilgrim, twentysomething slacker, member of the band Sex Bob-Omb and would-be suitor of Ramona Flowers.15
2SCOTT PILGRIM: GETS IT TOGETHER, by Bryan Lee O'Malley. (Oni Press, $11.95.) In this fourth volume of the series, Scott gets a job (Best. Dishwasher. Ever) and battles Roxie the ninja, another of Ramona’s evil exes.7
3SCOTT PILGRIM VS. THE WORLD, by Bryan Lee O'Malley. (Oni Press, $11.95.) Scott Pilgrim faces off against the second of Ramona’s evil ex-boyfriends. What will Knives Chau think? Aren’t THEY dating?11
4SCOTT PILGRIM AND THE INFINITE SADNESS, by Bryan Lee O'Malley. (Oni Press, $11.95.) Scott must face not only Ramona’s third evil ex, but also his own! Oh, and the two exes just happen to be dating each other and in a band. Which can mean only one thing: Bass Battle!3
5FINAL CRISIS, by Grant Morrison, J. G. Jones, Carlos Pacheco and Doug Mahnke. (DC Comics, $19.99.) The heroes of the DC Universe have their backs against the wall in this event storyline which features a much-publicized “death,” a surprising rebirth and bits and pieces of Morrison brilliance.2
6SCOTT PILGRIM VS. THE UNIVERSE, by Bryan Lee O’Malley. (Oni Press, $11.95.) Can Ramona’s twin ex-boyfriends be defeated? Sounds like a job for… Scott Pilgrim.11
7THE WALKING DEAD, VOL. 1, by Robert Kirkman and Tony Moore. (Image Comics, $14.99.) The gripping story of the human survivors in a world overrun by zombies begins.33
8WATCHMEN, by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons. (DC Comics, $19.99.) This epic tale from 1986 signaled a new maturity in comic books.69
9V FOR VENDETTA, by Alan Moore and David Lloyd. (DC Comics, $19.99.) In a dystopian future, an anarchist sets out to topple the oppressive and totalitarian government of the United Kingdom.61
10PRIDE AND PREJUDICE AND ZOMBIES, by Jane Austen, Seth Grahame-Smith, Tony Lee and Cliff Richards. (Del Rey, $14.99.) In polite society, the undead are called "unmentionables" or "dreadfuls." Will they be able to come between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy?6

MANGA
This Week
Weeks on List
1NARUTO, VOL. 48, by Masashi Kishimoto. (VIZ Media, $9.99.) The origins and true nature of Pain, Naruto’s arch nemesis, are revealed.3
2VAMPIRE KNIGHT, VOL. 10, by Matsuri Hino. (VIZ Media, $9.99.) The battle for Cross Academy continues as Headmaster Cross enters the fray.3
3SOUL EATER, VOL. 3, by Atsushi Ohkubo. (Yen Press, $10.99.) Maka, an arms expert, wants to turn the Soul Eater, her living scythe, into the ultimate weapon for Death.1
4BLEACH, VOL. 31, by Tite Kubo. (VIZ Media, $9.99.) Ichigo and his companions press on in their mission to rescue Orihime, but two arrancars and Espada Ulquiorra stand in their way.3
5HELLSING, VOL. 10, by Kohta Hirano. (Dark Horse Comics, $13.99.) No spoilers! After 13 years, Hirano’s epic genre mash-up reaches its conclusion.3
6BLACK BUTLER, VOL. 2, by Yana Toboso. (Yen Press, $10.99.) Sebastian is a loyal butler who moves easily from dinner parties to the underworld. Is he too good to be true? Is he even human?5
7YU-GI-OH! R, VOL. 5, by Akira Ito. (VIZ Media, $9.99.) In the final volume of the spinoff series, Yugi must duel to the death to save Anzu’s soul.3
8NEGIMA! MAGISTER NEGI MAGI, VOL. 26, by Ken Akamatsu. (Del Rey, $10.99.) Negi, the boy wizard, vows to win the martial arts tournament and free his students from slavery.4
9NARUTO, VOL. 47, by Masashi Kishimoto. (VIZ Media, $9.99.) Naruto learns more secrets from his past and moves closer to discovering the identity of his nemesis, Pain.18
10ALICE IN THE COUNTRY OF HEARTS, VOL. 3, by Quinrose and Soumei Hoshino. (TOKYOPOP, $10.99.) Alice wanders into a very different part of Wonderland in this interpretation of the classic tale.3

Sunday New York Times June 27, 2010

 

Sunday New York Times Children's Books 
Week of June 27, 2010

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Welcome to this week's New York Times Children's Book list.

What is the name of the book that has been on this list the longest? Scroll down to find out.

Here is the link on the New York Times web site:
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/04/books/bestseller/bestchildren.html?ref=review

Happy reading!!!!!!!!!!!

Until the next time...

A children's book a day, keeps the scary monster away!

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Here is the entire list:

PICTURE BOOKS
This Week
Weeks on List
1STAR WARS, written and illustrated by Rufus Butler Seder. (Workman, $14.95.) Action scenes are set in motion when you turn a page. (Ages 8 and up)6
2LADYBUG GIRL AT THE BEACH, by David Soman and Jacky Davis. Illustrated by David Soman. (Dial, $16.99.) Lulu, a k a Ladybug Girl, is both enthralled and frightened by the sea. (Ages 3 to 5)5
3LEGO STAR WARS, by Simon Beecroft. (DK, $21.99.) An annotated visual dictionary. (Ages 7 and up)26
4CITY DOG, COUNTRY FROG, by Mo Willems. Illustrated by Jon J Muth. (Hyperion/Disney, $17.99.) Friendships that transcend seasons and city limits. (Ages 3 to 6)2
5THE VERY FAIRY PRINCESS, by Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton. Illustrated by Christine Davenier. (Little, Brown, $16.99.) Scabby knees don’t detract from inner sparkle. (Ages 3 to 6)5
6OVER THE RAINBOW, illustrated by Eric Puybaret. (Peter Yarrow/Imagine, $17.95.) Fanciful paintings follow the lyrics. With CD by Judy Collins. (All ages)3
7THE LION AND THE MOUSE, illustrated by Jerry Pinkney. (Little, Brown, $16.99.) A fable of reciprocal kindness, redrawn. (Ages 3 to 6)33
8CAN I PLAY TOO?, written and illustrated by Mo Willems. (Hyperion/Disney, $8.99.) A new pal brings a fresh challenge for Elephant and Piggie. (Ages 4 to 8)2
9WADDLE!, written and illustrated by Rufus Butler Seder. (Workman, $12.95.) Animals in motion, with color. (Ages 4 to 8)36
10MARLEY AND THE KITTENS, by John Grogan. Illustrated by Richard Cowdrey. (Harper/HarperCollins, $17.99.) Dog plus cats means bedlam. (Ages 3 to 6)5

CHAPTER BOOKS
This Week
Weeks on List
1THE RED PYRAMID, by Rick Riordan. (Disney-Hyperion, $17.99.) Ancient gods (this time from Egypt) and a mortal family meet. (Ages 10 and up)7
2THEODORE BOONE: KID LAWYER, by John Grisham. (Dutton, $16.99.) He’s 13, but he knows what to do when he encounters a murder case. (Ages 8 to 12)4
3THE HUNGER GAMES, by Suzanne Collins. (Scholastic, $17.99.) In a dystopian future, a girl fights for survival on live TV. (Ages 12 and up)93
4 TALES FROM A NOT-SO-POPULAR PARTY GIRL, by Rachel Renée Russell. (Aladdin, $12.99.) The further reflections of a junior Samuel Pepys of the female variety; a "Dork Diaries" book. (Ages 9 to 13)2
5CATCHING FIRE, by Suzanne Collins. (Scholastic, $17.99.) The protagonist of "The Hunger Games" returns. (Ages 12 and up)42
6INFINITY (CHRONICLES OF NICK), by Sherrilyn Kenyon. (St. Martin’s Griffin, $17.99.) Brain-eating demons complicate academic life. (Ages 12 and up)4
7THE CARRIE DIARIES, by Candace Bushnell. (Balzer & Bray/HarperCollins, $18.99.) Carrie Bradshaw, years before “Sex and the City.” (Ages 14 and up)8
8PERCY JACKSON AND THE OLYMPIANS (THE ULTIMATE GUIDE), by Mary-Jane Knight. Designed by Philip Chidlow. (Disney-Hyperion, $12.99.) Gods, beasts and tips for children with an immortal parent, based on Rick Riordan’s series. (Ages 10 and up)13
9FALLEN, by Lauren Kate. (Delacorte, $17.99.) Thwarted love at boarding school. (Ages 12 and up)28
10BIG NATE: IN A CLASS BY HIMSELF, written and illustrated by Lincoln Peirce. (Harper/HarperCollins, $12.99.) Where Nate goes, trouble follows. (Ages 8 to 12)12

PAPERBACK BOOKS
This Week
Weeks on List
1THE BOOK THIEF, by Markus Zusak. (Knopf, $11.99.) A girl saves books from Nazi burning. Excerpt (Ages 14 and up)145
2THREE CUPS OF TEA: YOUNG READERS EDITION, by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin. (Puffin/Penguin, $8.99.) A former climber builds schools in Pakistani and Afghan villages. (Ages 9 to 12)73
3 THE FORBIDDEN GAME (THE HUNTER, THE CHASE, THE KILL), by L. J. Smith. (Simon Pulse, $10.99.) In this dark game, the humans prove to be the playthings. (Ages 12 and up)2
4BEEZUS AND RAMONA, by Beverly Cleary. Illustrated by Tracy Dockray. (HarperCollins, $5.99.) The movie tie-in edition of the midcentury classic about a girl and her often pesky little sister. (Ages 9 to 12)2
5SHIVER, by Maggie Stiefvater. (Scholastic, $8.99.) Love among the lupine. (Ages 13 and up)3
6THE ABSOLUTELY TRUE DIARY OF A PART-TIME INDIAN, by Sherman Alexie. Illustrated by Ellen Forney. (Little, Brown, $8.99.) A young boy leaves his reservation for an all-white school. (Ages 12 and up)62
7PINKALICIOUS AND THE PINK DRINK, written and illustrated by Victoria Kann. (Harper Festival/HarperCollins, $3.99.) Pink meets lemonade in a series of experiments. (Ages 3 to 7)4
8IF I STAY, by Gayle Forman. (Speak/Penguin, $8.99.) A young cellist falls into a coma. (Ages 12 and up)11
9SAVVY, by Ingrid Law. (Puffin/Penguin, $7.99.) Mibs is about to turn 13, the age at which supernatural abilities are conferred on members of her family. (Ages 9 to 12)12
10SCAT, by Carl Hiaasen. (Knopf, $8.99.) An eco-mystery, with a dismal swamp and wild characters. Excerpt (Ages 9 to 12)8

SERIES BOOKS
This Week
Weeks on List
1THE TWILIGHT SAGA, by Stephenie Meyer. (Megan Tingley/Little, Brown, hardcover and paper) Vampires and werewolves in school. (Ages 12 and up)150
2PERCY JACKSON & THE OLYMPIANS, by Rick Riordan. (Disney-Hyperion, hardcover and paper) Children of the gods battle mythological monsters. (Ages 9 to 12)154
3DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, written and illustrated by Jeff Kinney. (Abrams, hardcover only) The travails of adolescence, in cartoons. (Ages 9 to 12)75
4PRETTY LITTLE LIARS, by Sara Shepard. (HarperTeen, hardcover and paper) Four girls less perfect than they seem. (Ages 14 and up)15
5THE 39 CLUES, by various authors. (Scholastic, hardcover only) A brother and sister travel the world in search of the key to their family’s power. (Ages 9 to 12)50
6HOUSE OF NIGHT, by P.C. Cast and Kristin Cast. (St. Martin’s, hardcover and paper) Vampires in school. (Ages 14 and up)94
7RANGER’S APPRENTICE, by John Flanagan. (Philomel, hardcover and paper) A boy warrior battles evil. (Ages 9 to 12)45
8VAMPIRE ACADEMY, by Richelle Mead. (Razorbill, paper only) Undead boarding school. (Ages 12 and up)27
9THE SECRETS OF THE IMMORTAL NICHOLAS FLAMEL, by Michael Scott. (Delacorte, hardcover and paper) The quest of a 14th-century alchemist. (Ages 12 and up)6
10WARRIORS, by Erin Hunter. (HarperCollins, hardcover and paper) Four clans of cat warriors aspire to meet up with the StarClan. (Ages 10 to 14)89

Thursday, June 24, 2010

Daddy Hug by Tim Warnes and Illustrated by Jane Chapman





Daddy Hug
by
Tim Warnes and Illustrated by Jane Chapman



Daddies come in all shapes and sizes—slimy and scruffy, long and fluffy! And daddies make all different kinds of noises—squeak and chirp, buzz and bumble! But what do all daddies have in common? They make us feel safe and snug with tender daddy hugs!



This lovely happy rhyming book shows different animal fathers interacting with their children.
Daddy spiky... (porcupine)  Daddy fluffy... (ostrich)

Daddy Giant... Daddy jiggle (walrus)
Bouncy Daddy... happy giggle (bunnies, lambs, rams)

Daddy busy (hummingbird) ... Daddy strong (gorilla)..Daddy slimy (snail)... Daddy long (snake)

Daddy splish... daddy splash... (geese) Daddy wobble (salamander) ... Daddy crash (elephant)

Daddy safe... daddy snug... (lions) daddy tender... Daddy snug (various animal fathers with their children).

I did a sing-along with my students during story time! We pretended that we were all of the animals in this beautiful children's book.

What a clever way to teach children about animals through short, happy, colorful words that rhyme! The pictures are warm and cuddly. To view some of the pictures, you must turn the book sideways. How brilliant.

This is one of the best Father's Day books that I have ever read and seen! What a delightfully clever children's book! I loved the theme, the layout, the words, and of course... the pictures too. This is a must have children's book!

Add it to your personal school, and family library as soon as possible before next Father's day!

Until the next time!

Happy Reading!!!!!!!!!!

A children's book a day, keeps the scary monster away!

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Here is the link on Amazon.com:


http://www.amazon.com/Daddy-Hug-Tim-Warnes/dp/0060589507/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1277404256&sr=1-1
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Here is the link to Tim Warmes and Jane Chapman on the Harper Collins web site:

http://www.harpercollins.com/authors/27234/Tim_Warnes/index.aspx