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Peppa's Easter Egg Hunt

Peppa's Easter Egg Hunt

By Scholastic 24 pages Children

Danny Says

I must confess that Peppa Pig is one of my youngest daughter’s favorite shows, and mine! It’s always positive! If you’ve had a tough day, you need to watch Peppa Pig or The Price is Right, and I guarantee you’ll end with a smile on your face.
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If Animals Kissed Good Night

If Animals Kissed Good Night

By Ann Whitford Paul 34 pages Children

Danny Says

Full disclosure: I’m a sucker for beautiful illustrations, and David Walker’s pictures begged me to pick up this book. Paul does a wonderful job of introducing children to important sound words in this lovely book.
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The City of Ink Drinkers

The City of Ink Drinkers

By Eric Sanvoisin 48 pages Children

Danny Says

How I just recently came across this book is beyond me. Once again, the French win the award for “twisted tale for children.” I loved this tale of strange vampires sucking the black blood out of the books. Extremely creative and a story readers of all ages will appreciate. 
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Missing Math: A Number Mystery

Missing Math: A Number Mystery

By Loreen Leedy 34 pages Children

Danny Says

I love getting my mathematicians excited about reading with great math literature, and Lorren Leedy is one of my favorite “math” authors. In this fun poem, Leedy introduces readers to what the world would be like without numbers.
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De Colores: Bright with Colors (Spanish Edition)

De Colores: Bright with Colors (Spanish Edition)

By David Diaz 32 pages Children

Danny Says

This is what I call a “golden book,” because it is written in two languages, Spanish and English. Spanish speakers around the world are familiar with this popular song of celebration, and the lyrics are translated into English for English speakers. Caldecott winner Diaz provides beautiful illustrations in his typical bright, alluring colors.
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Un-Brella

Un-Brella

By Scott E. Franson 40 pages Children

Danny Says

Great for teaching the seasons, this wordless picture book takes kids on an adventure with a little girl that my own children mistake for Dora the Explorer. This little girl has an umbrella that allows her to reverse the weather under the “un-brella’s” canopy. Very fun to read aloud with very young children.
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Sam Johnson and the Blue Ribbon Quilt

Sam Johnson and the Blue Ribbon Quilt

By Lisa Campbell Ernst 40 pages Children

Danny Says

I have Linda Nelson to thank for this book recommendation. A funny story of a boy who finds he loves to sew; students can learn a valuable lesson about breaking stereotypical roles of men and women.
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One Potato, Two Potato

One Potato, Two Potato

By Cynthia DeFelice 32 pages Children

Danny Says

With wonderful illustrations by Andrea U’Ren, this Irish retelling of the classic Chinese tale is great for teaching students about the value of compounding interest, something all of us would like to see in our bank accounts again. A funny interactive read aloud.
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The 10 Most Phenomenal Athletes

The 10 Most Phenomenal Athletes

By David Suchanek 48 pages pages Children

Danny Says

Let me just say that I LOVE this book, and I know most boys who have any interest in sports (which includes most boys) and many girls will, too. Great facts, great pictures and – best of all – the book does not just judge athletes solely for their merits on the field but looks at their exploits off the field, as well (translation: you won’t find any jerks in these pages). Part of a great series from Scholastic.

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Let's Look at Winter

Let's Look at Winter

By Sarah L. Schuette 24 pages Children

Danny Says

Co-titled “Veamos el invierno,” this is what I call a “golden book,” as it is part of a series of books written in English and Spanish (kind of a good idea, considering demographic shifts in our schools).
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Flamingo Sunset

Flamingo Sunset

By Jonathan London 33 pages Children

Danny Says

Sometimes I just have to include a book for the illustrations. Yes, Jonathan London’s text presents a moving tribute to the life of flamingoes, but the extraordinary illustrations by Kristina Rodanas make this book a treasure for any library.
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Bad to the Bone

Bad to the Bone

By Lucy A. Nolan 66 pages Children

Danny Says

Another in the delightful series of two dogs, Down Girl and Sit. Down Girl narrates her adventures with Sit as they deal with obedience school and proffer important advice like “ cats and squirrels are dangerous” and “dogs need attention.” Kids get a giggle, and they especially enjoy Mike Reed’s illustrations.
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Super Zero: Zinc Alloy

Super Zero: Zinc Alloy

By Donald Lemke 40 pages Children

Danny Says

Part of the funny Zinc Alloy graphic comic novel series, this episode follows Zack Allen as he constructs his very own robot suit to combat noogies and super-slimy wet willies.
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Hieroglyphs

Hieroglyphs

By Kremena T. Spengler 24 pages pages Children

Danny Says

Great introduction to the history of “picture writing” and how to crack different writing codes. Also provides some fun writing activities for kids.
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A Fuzzy-Fast Blur

A Fuzzy-Fast Blur

By Laura Purdie Salas 24 pages Children

Danny Says

I want to encourage parents and teachers to utilize poetry as a way of enhancing students’ reading abilities. Combine poetry and pets and you get two great motivators that are sure to interest students in reading. Besides having a variety of great poems about different kinds of pets, this book uses several different styles of poetry, from acrostics to cinquains.
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