The Cardboard Kingdom

The Cardboard Kingdom by Chad Sell

The Cardboard Kingdom There is a place for everyone in the Cardboard Kingdom! Sixteen unique characters come together in this neighborhood story to discover their true strength. Bring your imagination and aspirations! In the Cardboard Kingdom you can be anything you want to be.

We Are in a Book!

We Are in a Book! by Mo Willems

We Are in a Book! The Elephant and Piggie series is near and dear to my heart. This book in particular is one of my favorites. When Elephant and Piggie realize that they can make the reader say anything the silly meter jumps to ten. Visit me at Blaine Storytime to see my Elephant and … Read more

Skating Wild on An Inland Sea

Skating Wild on An Inland Sea by Jean Pendziwol; Todd Stewart

Skating Wild on An Inland Sea When you open this book, you’ll find yourself on the frozen shores of Lake Superior. You’ll feel the ice beneath your skates, the cold touch your nose, and the immense sense of freedom that comes from quietly gliding over an expansive inland sea. Are you ready to lace up … Read more

More Than Words

More Than Words by Roz MacLean

More Than Words Not everyone uses words to communicate. Meet some new friends and learn how they might say “Hello” or “I love you” or “I think you’re pretty neat.” After you read, you could think of a few different ways to tell someone how much you love them.

My Heart

My Heart by Corinna Luyken

My Heart What happens when you let Light flow into your heart? Will love pour out? A beautifully illustrated and warm picture book. Pairs perfectly with a rainy day and a hot drink.

Friday Night Wrestlefest

Friday Night Wrestlefest by Jennifer Fox

Friday Night Wrestlefest It’s Friday Night and time to WRESTLE! Who will win – the Tag Team Twins or Dangerous Dad-O? Be forewarned: This book might make Wrestlefest a weekly event in your home. Proceed with caution!

Book Buzz: Paved Paradise

Cover image of "Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World" by Henry Grabar

Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World by Henry Grabar Why are so many places expensive, unsafe, and unwalkable? In Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World, journalist Henry Grabar argues that in most American towns, the answer is parking.   In chapters that read like podcast episodes (think 99% Invisible or Planet Money), this book … Read more