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Non-Fiction Monday: Paleo Sharks
In Need Of Chocolate —
Authority: 461
We picked up Paleo Sharks: Survivial of the Strangest by Timothy J. Bradley at the library after flipping through it and seeing all the wonderfully strange creatures inside. I was amazed by the sheer variety of prehistoric sharks shown. Each two page spread shows a drawing of one or two sharks, a few ...1 day ago -
Child Development And Toys
Most-Gifted-Toys.com —
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It is no secret that there are certain toys that should be used at specific ages. Many of these toys are designed for certain age groups based on safety concerns. However, many others are designed to specifically encourage the development of a child. Studies indicate that children develop and reach certain milestones ...1 day ago -
The week that was… Books
David Maybury | Blog —
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As mentioned – there are only 4 sleeps until Christmas… and only 4 sleeps until the Gruffalo hits the small-screen! That very same monster makes the headlines in the Irish Independent , The Times (UK), Irish Daily Mail, The Times (UK) again and in The Guardian (with an interview with Susanna Rustin ) ...1 day ago -
The Peace That Was Meant to Be
Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast —
Authority: 525
I’m saying adieu for the week to 7-Imp. I’ll be back on Sunday for a) some kicks and b) some illustrations from one of my top-five favorite picture books of 2009. So, to sign off for the week and wish you all happy holidays, I’ve got some brightly-colored spreads from one of David Díaz’s illustrated ...1 day ago -
7-Imp’s 7 Kicks #146: Featuring Richard Scarry, Matt Tavares, Petr Horáček, and Gail De Marcken
Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast —
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Welcome to 7-Imp’s 7 Kicks, a weekly meeting ground for taking some time to reflect on Seven(ish) Exceptionally Fabulous, Beautiful, Interesting, Hilarious, or Otherwise Positive Noteworthy Things from the past week, whether book-related or not, that happened to you. This week, as a gift to you, I’ve got a ...2 days ago -
Gift Ideas for Kids — The Winners of 2009 Boston Globe-Horn Book Awards for Excellence in Children’s Literature
One-Minute Book Reviews —
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We won’t know the next winners of American Library Association’s Newbery and Caldecott medals until Jan. 18. But if you’re looking for ideas for children’s gifts before then, you might want to print and save this list of books that won the most recent Boston Globe-Horn Book Awards for excellence in ...2 days ago -
Book Lists: From the National Ambassador for Young Peoples Literature
books4yourkids.com —
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Jon Scieszka is wrapping up a busy two year stint as National Ambassador for Young Peoples Literature with a list of all the great books that were published during his tenure. No doubt you know Jon from his gut busting, timeless picture books created with artist extraordinaire, Lane Smith. But you may not be aware ...3 days ago -
I think this is my favourite so far
The Shopping Sherpa —
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Russell the sheep [IMG: http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_YiCD3sWkTpE/SyyU6APrExI/AAAAAAAAHR4/JG5oYHFfgmA/s400/Russell-the-sheep-web.jpg]3 days ago -
Gracias / Thanks
Kids Lit —
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Gracias/Thanks by Pat Mora, illustrated by John Parra In this bilingual book, a boy tells the readers everything he is thankful for as he goes through his day. He starts his day by being thankful for the sun that wakes him up. He is thankful for things in nature, people in his life, music and food. At ...3 days ago -
Even More Advent Reading and Crafting
In Need Of Chocolate —
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Last weekend, we had friends over to make graham cracker “gingerbread” houses, but instead of houses, M and her friend ended up making a gingerbread land with candy animals, a free-form creative endeavor that they enjoyed immensely. The little ones made more traditional houses, but our graham cracker ...4 days ago -
Urban Picture Books: The Snowflake Sisters
What Do We Do All Day? —
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Well, my face is still smouldering but I discovered this post draft waiting to be published. I dont have much energy to try and improve it, so forgive me. Hitching a ride on Santas sleigh, The Snowflake Sisters abandon the burbs for the glory and beauty of Manhattan. Showing good taste they choose to settle in ...4 days ago -
Namaste!
Kids Lit —
Authority: 472
Namaste! by Diana Cohn, illustrated by Amy Cordova Nima lives in Nepal where her father works a few weeks every year as a mountain guide. When he leaves this year he promises to return with a story and she must have a story for his as well. On Nima’s long walk to school in the village, she greets the people ...4 days ago -
Have You Ever Seen a Sneep?
Kids Lit —
Authority: 472
Have You Ever Seen a Sneep? by Tasha Pym, pictures by Joel Stewart Does a Sneep steal your picnic the minute you turn your back? Does a Snook ruin your quiet time by being so loud? Have you swung out over the water and landed in a Grullock’s throat? Have you been surprised by a Floon? Chased by a Knoo? ...4 days ago -
PiBoIdMo Art Gallery #2
Writing for Kids (While Raising Them) —
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This is the second art gallery by illustrators who participated in November’s 30-picture-book-ideas-in-30-days PiBoIdMo challenge. You can see ideas taking shape–in the form of characters. (If you didn’t already know, editors are keen on character-driven picture books these days.) And just think, once these ...4 days ago -
What We’re Reading This Week, December 17
In Need Of Chocolate —
Authority: 461
M and her dad are re-reading Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone . We’ve listened to it twice since they first read it. I love watching her excitement each time the story unfolds. I’ve been reading American Girl, Kirsten’s stories to her. We’re almost done with the last book. M read a ...5 days ago -
Oh Christmas Tree…
We Heart Books —
Authority: 118
Our Christmas tree this year is not a perfect specimen. It is asymmetrical, slightly bushier on one side, and has a decidedly wonky top. But I love it because it is an Eco Christmas Tree ! It is a real living tree in a pot, and we have hired it for December. I though this concept was brilliant as soon as I heard ...5 days ago -
Snowmen at Christmas by Caralyn Buehner - stArt
Brimful Curiosities —
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"One Christmas Eve I made a snowman, Very fat and jolly. I dressed him up in red and green And trimmed his hat with holly. I saw his arms were trembling As if he couldnt wait; It made me start to wonder -- How do snowmen celebrate?" - Snowmen at Christmas by Caralyn Buehner, illustrated by Mark Buehner. Dial ...5 days ago -
Finn Throws a Fit
LibrariAnne —
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Finn Throws a Fit by David Elliott, illustrated by Timothy Basil Ering Right from the cover, the illustrations draw you into this book. Finn’s state of mind is clear from the grumble cloud above his head and the way he’s clutching his blanket around him. Ering’s illustrations are charcoal, oil paint, and ...5 days ago -
Read Aloud Thursday
Hope Is the Word —
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Are you guys feeling the Christmas cheer through the books you’re enjoying together these days? We are, but it seems like our read-aloud time has been cut in half (or fourth, actually) due to various and sundry “must dos” that are always on the list. I have a neat anthology of Christmas stories called A ...5 days ago -
A Quick Visit with Mini Grey (Including an Exclusive American Sneak Peek—I think so anyway—of Jim)
Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast —
Authority: 525
(Click to enlarge.) It seems hardly anyone is around now, and folks are very busy this time of year, but I’m here once again this week, for whomever might be lurking, to check in with British author/illustrator—and one of my Most Favorites Ever—Mini Grey. Mini visited 7-Imp in October of last year , and ...5 days ago
