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Boot & Shoe by Marla Frazee
Summary: Boot and Shoe are dogs who live in the same house, eat from the same bowl, and sleep in the same bed, but happily spend their days on separate porches, until a squirrel causes some serious confusion.
My Thougts: This is a wonderful dog story! I think boys will love it because these two dogs are litter mates who do almost everything together, even pee on the same tree! That pesky squirrel sure does make a mess of things for Boot and Shoe one rainy day. Any child who has spent lots of time with dogs will understand and relate to this story very well, but that isn't a requirement to enjoy the story!
*Summary taken from CIP data.
Naughty Toes by Ann Bonwill
Summary: Chloe and Belinda are sisters, but they couldn't be more different! Belinda is a born dancer and the star of Madame Mina's dance classs. As far as Madame Mina is concerned, Chloe just has "naughty toes." Only Mr. Tiemp, the class pianist, has spotted Chole's talents. With his help, Chloe finds a way to reach her dreams.
My Thoughts: This story is for any little girl who loves to dance! The reader learns that everyone's talents don't have to be the same. People can be unique and that is just fine. Read the story and see how Chloe fairs with her naughty toes!
*Summary taken from the dust jacket.
This is Not My Hat by Jon Klassen
Summary: A fish has stolen a hat. And he'll probably get away with it.
My Thoughts: This is a similar story to I Want My Hat Back also by Jon Klassen. The fish admits to stealing a hat, but is sure that he will get away with it. Read the story to see if he does! Clever, funny and blunt! Winner of the Caldecott Award.
*Summary taken from the inside flap of the dust jacket.
I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen
Summary: A bear almost gives up his search for his missing hat until he remembers something important.
My Thoughts: This is an award winner with style and a twist. Some might object that the story is violent, although any violence in the story is not in the illustrations. Others may counter that the story is true to life. An award winner for early readers.
*Summary taken from CIP data.
Penny and Her Marble by Kevin Henkes
Summary: Penny feels guilty after taking a beautiful blue marble that she sees in Mrs. Goodwin's grass, but gets a pleasant surprise when she goes to return it the net day.
My Thoughts: This is the second in a new series of beginning, easy readers by Kevin Henkes starring Penny. I liked this story with the challenge that Penny faces. She has to decide what to do with the shiny blue marble. Her decision bothers her for the rest of the day and overnight, but the reader will be pleased with the conclusion. This can just be a fun story for practicing reading or a spring board to a discussion about honesty and character.
*Summary taken from CIP data.
Penny and Her Song by Kevin Henkes
Summary: Penny comes home from school eager to share her very own song, but must wait until the time is right to teach it to her parents and the babies.
My Thoughts: This is a simple and sweet beginning reader. I can relate to Penny's impatience to share her song even as she is told over and over again that it isn't the right time.
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Listen to My Trumpet! by Mo Willems
Summary: When Piggie plays her new trumpet for Gerald, the elephant decides he must be honest in his response.
My Thoughts: Another Piggie and Elephant book to love! Gerald is a great friend who has to gently let Piggie know that her trumpet playing just isn't very good. Telling a good friend the truth can be difficult. The laugh comes when Piggie explains that her goal is not to play music on the trumpet! This is a great laugh out loud story that can also be a springboard for lots of discussion about friendship and honesty. Loved it! There was never any doubt!
*Summary taken from CIP data.
Boot & Shoe by Marla Frazee
