From School Library Journal PreS—Two concept books designed to appeal to very young readers with bold, simple illustrations rendered in cut-out, painted papers. Little White Fish addresses colors, and Party explores opposites. While the little white fish certainly is cute, these are not the most successful concept books. Perhaps some of the eloquence of the narrative was lost translation from the original Dutch, but there is not much story here to keep readers engaged. The opposites in Party are perhaps a bit too similar for the target audience to make easy distinctions (for example: round and skinny octopuses, short and long sea snakes). In a confusing scene, the little white fish is described as having "all the colors of the rainbow…just like his mommy." Ultimately, these books are visually appealing for young children, but not substantial enough to warrant repeated readings. For parents and caregivers looking for concept picture books, time would be better spent in the worlds of Eric Carle and Laura Vaccaro Seeger. VERDICT For large library collections with a strong need for supplemental concept books.—Taylor Worley, Springfield Public Library, OR Read more Review "A great book about colors that has a strong storyline as well." -- FIVE MINUTES FOR MOMPRAISE FOR BOOKS BY GUIDO VAN GENECHTEN:"A little ghost unapologetically makes the most of being different....Different never looked so appealing." - Kirkus Reviews on GILBERT THE GHOST"Even the very young will understand that there were none to begin with, a notion that may banish at least some nighttime anxiety—and provide bedtime giggles as well." - Publishers Weekly on NO GHOST UNDER MY BED"Told mostly through dialogue between parent and child, this picture book starring two charming penguins dispels bedtime fears by replacing them with belief in a father's love." - School Library Journal on NO GHOST UNDER MY BED"A universal story about nighttime fears of wild things and the loving reassurance that soothes them." - Booklist on NO GHOST UNDER MY BED"For preschoolers (who may or may not enjoy big smooches,) this latest by Van Genecten takes a light-hearted look at kissing, with some big, bright illustrations of popular storybook animals showing how it's done in this fun fare for Valentine reading." -- BOOKS FOR KIDS blog on THE VERY FIRST KISS""Children will relate to the need for encouragement when braving the world of potential playmates. . . . for libraries wanting winter friendship books to add to the typical lovey-dovey Valentine's Day fare." —School Library Journal on BECAUSE YOU ARE MY FRIEND"Bright-eyed, smiling faces and interesting texturing provide visual appeal that earns this book a spot among the pack of baby-in-the-jungle tales." -- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL on KAI-MOOK"A little ghost unapologetically makes the most of being different....Different never looked so appealing." - Kirkus Reviews on GILBERT THE GHOST"Even the very young will understand that there were none to begin with, a notion that may banish at least some nighttime anxiety—and provide bedtime giggles as well." - Publishers Weekly on NO GHOST UNDER MY BED"Told mostly through dialogue between parent and child, this picture book starring two charming penguins dispels bedtime fears by replacing them with belief in a father's love." - School Library Journal on NO GHOST UNDER MY BED"A universal story about nighttime fears of wild things and the loving reassurance that soothes them." - Booklist on NO GHOST UNDER MY BED"The abundance of sounds and repetition of key phrases makes it great for reading aloud." - Kirkus Reviews on NO GHOST UNDER MY BEDA "Perfect Picture Book" - Charlotte (NC) Parent on NO GHOST UNDER MY BED""Children will relate to the need for encouragement when braving the world of potential playmates. . . . for libraries wanting winter friendship books to add to the typical lovey-dovey Valentine's Day fare." —School Library Journal on BECAUSE YOU ARE MY FRIEND"In the dark of night, each bird plays its unique tune, and then they collaborate....Simple and sweet." - Kirkus Reviews on THE BIG WOODS ORCHESTRA"Little ones ages 4 and older will relate to this charming tale of Little Snowman Stan, who is told he’s not allowed to move, run and play; to basically stand still and be seen, not heard. Across the cool, illustrated pages, Stan finds his freedom at last. A grand adventure!" - Nashville Parent on LITTLE SNOWMAN STANNEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION: Every Hero Has a Story Summer Reading List - SUPER LADYBUG TO THE RESCUEHooverville OH Summer Reading List - SUPER LADYBUG TO THE RESCUE"The abundance of sounds and repetition of key phrases makes it great for reading aloud." - Kirkus Reviews on NO GHOST UNDER MY BEDA "Perfect Picture Book" - Charlotte (NC) Parent on NO GHOST UNDER MY BED""Children will relate to the need for encouragement when braving the world of potential playmates. . . . for libraries wanting winter friendship books to add to the typical lovey-dovey Valentine's Day fare." —School Library Journal on BECAUSE YOU ARE MY FRIEND"In the dark of night, each bird plays its unique tune, and then they collaborate....Simple and sweet." - Kirkus Reviews on THE BIG WOODS ORCHESTRA"Little ones ages 4 and older will relate to this charming tale of Little Snowman Stan, who is told he’s not allowed to move, run and play; to basically stand still and be seen, not heard. Across the cool, illustrated pages, Stan finds his freedom at last. A grand adventure!" - Nashville Parent on LITTLE SNOWMAN STAN"These lively books reward close observation from little kids. Each spread features an array of adorable, nearly identical looking critters (flamingos, camels, rhinos, spiders). The text asks a series of questions, including those that are number-based in 8 9 and 10 and emotion-based in Happy Angry Sad/" - HORN BOOK on 8,9 AND 10 and HAPPY, ANGRY, SADNEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION: Every Hero Has a Story Summer Reading List - SUPER LADYBUG TO THE RESCUEHooverville OH Summer Reading List - SUPER LADYBUG TO THE RESCUE Read more See all Editorial Reviews
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