Surviving The Forest (A WW2 Historical Novel, Based on a True Story – VERY GOOD
What stands out about this novel is its emotional authenticity.
Corduroy – Board book By Freeman, Don – GOOD
This novel draws you in with its simple, elegant cover first.
From Head to Toe Board Book – Board book By Carle, Eric – GOOD
This activity book includes logic puzzles that make you think outside the box.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar – Board book By Carle, Eric – GOOD
A nice touch in this novel is the way it leaves some questions open.
First 100: First 100 Dinosaurs – Board book By Priddy, Roger – GOOD
A nice touch is the illustrated endpapers that hint at the story.
A Visual History of Lovemaking Toys – Battenberg, Richard
The book is illustrated with black-and-white sketches that feel elegant.
The Count of Monte Cristo (Penguin Classics) – Paperback – GOOD
What stands out about this activity book is the thick cardboard cover.
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing – Paperback By Blume, Judy – GOOD
What stands out about this novel is its refusal to be predictable.
The Way Forward (Yung Pueblo) – Paperback By Pueblo, Yung – GOOD
This novel is a delicate balance of light and shadow throughout.
