The House of Serendipity
The House of Serendipity Fun, creative and historically accurate chapter book about sewing, dress design, and the Jazz Age in London, England.
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The Suitcase
The Suitcase Best kids book to talk about immigration ever. One of my all time favorites. Charming illustrations and a delightful story, without heaviness.
How to Make a Bird
How to Make a Bird Magical Illustrations by Matt Ottley add terrific depth to this odd story about a child who creates a living bird from beach flotsam and heartfelt desire. Really beautiful.
It Fell From the Sky
It Fell From the Sky Very funny book about bugs who discover the most wondrous object dropped from their sky. Super cute, nice narrative structure and funny ending. Great to read aloud.
Restart
Restart Another terrific chapter book read, about a boy who returns to school after a concussion to find that everyone hates him. It turns into a chance at major self-transformation.
The Iridescence of Birds
The Iridescence of Birds A fictional story of Henri Matisse’s childhood life, illustrated by Hadley Hooper IN THE STYLE of the artist. I can’t say often enough how much I love this book. Great way to talk about the whole concept of iridescence too.
Luli and the Language of Tea
Luli and the Language of Tea Good read aloud book about sharing, being yourself and making friends. Charming and light and happy.
Pass It On
Pass It On Another positive storybook, especially good for the very young. Spread that love all around, yes yes yes.
I Want to Be a Vase
I Want to Be a Vase The school kids I work with in Point Roberts could not agree if this was the weirdest book they’d ever seen, but they whole-heartedly thought it was very, very funny. A laugh out loud story about a toilet plunger who wishes he was something else. Brilliant author/illustrator combination of … Read more
Patchwork
Patchwork Another wonderful read-aloud book, matching lyrical, inspiring writing with expressive illustrations by Corinna Luyken. A thoughtful exploration of self-value and personal potential.