ABC for Me: ABC Baby Signs Learn baby sign language while you practice your ABCs! Book Review

ABC for Me: ABC Baby Signs

Learn baby sign language while you practice your ABCs!

Christiane Engel (Author)

Walter Foster Jr.

Children’s Book, Nonfiction, Board Book

Publication Date: October 1, 2017

ABC for Me: ABC Baby Signs is an awesome way to learn some basic sign language for you and your littles. With colorful pictures and your usual alphabet book format, this board book is a fun way to engage in early communication skills. Plus, there are extra signs at the back of the book for family members (both human and furry).

This is a new favorite board book!

If you’re interested in reading ABC for Me: ABC Baby Signs, you can purchase a copy here on Amazon. 

*A copy of this book was provided free of charge for an honest review.

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Yak and Dove Book Review

Yak and Dove

Kyo Maclear (Author)

Esme/ Shapiro (Illustrator)

Tundra Books

Children’s Fiction, Picture Book

Publication Date: September 19, 2017

After pondering how fun it would be to be twins, Yak and Dove realize they are very different. From their feathers and fur to their size and demeanor, Yak and Dove are opposites. So, rationally, they decide they aren't meant to be friends. Marmot helps Yak find a new best friend by holding auditions, and though many animals show off their talents only one knows Yak's favorite song.

Yak and Dove is a cute story of friendship. We may have differences but that often makes our friendships stronger.

If you’re interested in reading Yak and Dove, you can purchase a copy here on Amazon. 

*A copy of this book was provided free of charge for an honest review.

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Stinker Book Review

Stinker

David Zeltser (Author)

Julia Patton (Illustrator)

Carolrhoda Books

Children’s Fiction

Publication Date: September 1, 2017

Stinker is a smelly dog waiting to be adopted. His story is narrated by an orange cat who thankfully explains on the first page that the book will have a happy ending, a much needed reassurance for kids (or adults) who might otherwise be worried about Stinker's life stuck in the pound.  Though many families and people seem interested in him, Stinker's stink drives everyone away. With the help of his cat narrator, Stinker breaks out of the pound. Is there a human for every dog? Can Stinker find his?

Stinker is a great story paired with fun illustrations. It's sure to make kids and adults laugh as they read.

If you’re interested in reading Stinker, you can purchase a copy here on Amazon. 

*A copy of this book was provided free of charge for an honest review.

Safari Kids Book Review

Safari Kids

Katrina Streza (Author)

Bree Paulsen (Illustrator)

Xist Publishing

Genre

Publication Date: April 4, 2016

A brother and sister head out to the zoo with cameras in hand. Kids who love animals will appreciate the illustrations and all will like the rhythm and rhyme of the story.

If you’re interested in reading Safari Kids, you can purchase a copy here on Amazon. 

  

*A copy of this book was provided free of charge for an honest review.

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No Room for Baby! Book Review

No Room for Baby!

Émile Jadoul

Kids Can Press

Children’s Fiction

Publication Date: October 3, 2017

Leon's little brother Marcel has finally come! But there is a problem. Leon does not know where Marcel will go. Certainly not in Leon's room. Mama's lap and arms are a perfect fit for Leon, not a baby. Daddy's shoulders are too high. Will Leon ever find a place for his little brother?

No Room for Baby! is a sweet story about a sibling finding it difficult to welcome a new family member. It's a great book to have on hand when your family is expanding.

If you’re interested in reading No Room for Baby!, you can purchase a copy here on Amazon. 

*A copy of this book was provided free of charge for an honest review.

Squirrel in Autumn Book Review

Squirrel in Autumn

Lizelot Versteeg

Clavis Books

Children’s Fiction, Board Book

Publication Date: October 16, 2017

Fall is here, and Squirrel is hungry. With so many tasty foods around, Squirrel sets out to see what his friends are eating. Squirrel in Autumn emphasizes colors, so each time Squirrel finds a friend, they are eating a different colored food. The book invites kids to find other items on the page that are the same color of the food.

Squirrel in Autumn is a fun "can you find it?" game that will build language skills and color recognition. A fun way to celebrate the season!

If you’re interested in reading Squirrel in Autumn, you can purchase a copy here on Amazon. 

*A copy of this book was provided free of charge for an honest review.

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Roger Is Going Fishing Book Review

Roger Is Going Fishing

Koen Van Biesen

Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Company

Children's Fiction

Publication Date: September 4, 2017

A funny book for young kids about Roger, Bob, and Emily going for a fishing trip to the lake. As Roger rides his bike through town, with Bob the dog in the front basket, Emily has a bit of fun in back letting the fishing pole loose and catching a few items through town.

Roger Is Going Fishing is sure to make your little guy or girl laugh!

If you’re interested in reading Roger Is Going Fishing, you can purchase a copy here on Amazon. 

*A copy of this book was provided free of charge for an honest review.

Sticks ’n’ Stones ’n’ Dinosaur Bones Book Review

Sticks ’n’ Stones ’n’ Dinosaur Bones

An Unhinged History Book , #1

Ted Enik (Author)

G. F. Newland (Illustrator)

Schiffer Kids

Children’s Nonfiction

Publication Date: September 28, 2017

The paleontology-based rivalry between Edward Drinker Cope and Othniel Charles Marsh comes to life in this humorous adventure. From sincere discovery to one-upmanship to flat out lying Cope and Marsh's tale comically unfolds. With it's great rhythm, rhyme, illustrations, and voice, Sticks ’n’ Stones ’n’ Dinosaur Bones reads more like fiction than nonfiction and is sure to be a fast favorite.

Plus, it's the first book in the Unhinged History series, so except more fun to come!

If you’re interested in reading Sticks ’n’ Stones ’n’ Dinosaur Bones, you can purchase a copy here on Amazon. 

*A copy of this book was provided free of charge for an honest review.

Birthdays Around the World Book Review

Birthdays Around the World

Margriet Ruurs (Author)

Ashley Barron (Illustrator)

Kids Can Press

Children’s Nonfiction

Publication Date: September 5, 2017

Birthdays Around the World is a fun look into how kids from 14 different countries celebrate their birthdays. From parties with cakes or piñatas to giving out treats to friends to dancing to not even celebrating your specific day of birth but another time, Birthdays Around the World shows that there are all kinds of ways to celebrate!

If you’re interested in reading Birthdays Around the World, you can purchase a copy here on Amazon. 

*A copy of this book was provided free of charge for an honest review.