01/12/2015
After a lively baby duck is born on the farm, the animals from Click, Clack, Moo and its sequels try to turn its “peep peep peep” into “peep peep... sleep” at bedtime. Lewin’s always expressive watercolors show sleep-deprived hens and sheep rocking the duckling to sleep and knitting it a blanket, but it’s Duck who arrives at a solution that will be familiar to parents who have reached for their car keys in order to lull a restless baby to sleep. A sweet-natured addition to the series, and one that will leave readers giggling, thanks to a great closing gag. Ages 4–8. Agent: Holly McGhee, Pippin Properties. (Feb.)
Birthdays, Valentine’s Day, President’s Day—just about any day is the perfect time to present the curious young reader in your life with a captivating new tale. We know your little bookworm is probably mesmerized by adventure, mischief, surprise, and snuggly animals, so we’ve rounded up some our favorite newly-released picture books that will have your little […]
If you’ve been desperately seeking A/C—and a way to keep your sweaty kids still for a few moments of no-SPF-required relaxation—I’m guessing that you’ve found your way to a book store, library, or movie theatre at least a few times in the past two months. If you enjoy the latter, you’re already well aware that […]
Nothing compares to visiting a farm—from feeding baby animals, to riding a horse, to picking fresh vegetables from the garden, children can always learn something new. Here are a few fun children’s books celebrating all things farm, from a pig and his best friend, to a class field trip , to a baby duckling who […]