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Tuesday, April 17, 2018

Wee Reads: Starry Skies by Samantha Chagollan

Ever since Finn was born, and even before then, we would read to him. We wanted to show him reading from an early age. Now he loves us to read the same books, over, and over, and over. But it is the sweetest thing, when he likes to pick out a book and climb into our laps. 



Starry Skies: Learn about the constellations above usStarry Skies by Samantha Chagollan


  

Every night, the sky is filled with stars that tell a thousand tales. Brave warriors, regal queens, fierce beasts -- they all parade across the starry skies each night. In Starry Skies you’ll discover some of the most famous constellations and learn how to find them in the night sky.
With brilliant illustrations by Nila Aye, you will see the shapes of each constellation, and imagine what they might look like when you look up into the dark sky above. This introduction to astronomy is all you need to start learning about stars, so get ready, star hunters, and look to the skies!

Do you like this book?
No, because it has no pictures! It's just boring.

What's your favorite part of the book?
I don't like it. I want to see the stars!

What do you think of the cover?
Yeah because it's black! And has yellow stars! 

Do you want me to read it again?
When it has pictures!


This one really didn't hold Finn's attention simply because it didn't have any pictures. It was a great read that taught about constellations. But because of the lack of pictures it didn't mean much to Finn. I would love to see the final version of the book and read it to him, I'm sure the artwork will be beautiful.
We received an ARC of this version on my Kindle from Netgalley. I would love to buy the book once it's finished.



Similar Books..
Zoo In The Sky: A Book of Animal ConstellationsLight Up the NightMouse and the MoonStarsHare and Tortoise Race to the Moon



Samantha Chagollan is a born storyteller. And a real smart aleck, if you ask her mom.

She’s also an award-winning author and editor of a variety of children’s fiction and nonfiction books. A native Southern Californian, Samantha grew up with a passion for telling and writing stories.
Through the family’s art store in Huntington Beach, California, she taught arts and crafts to both children and adults for five years. She went on to earn a degree in literature from Humboldt State University in Arcata, California, where she focused her studies on multicultural literature and the Spanish language.
After working as an editor and writer in book publishing for many years, she focused her work in the financial services industry as a marketing communications manager for several years. Samantha is currently working as a freelance content creator, editor and writer and is probably crafting a new story at this very moment











Tuesday, April 10, 2018

Wee Reads: Giggly Guide on How to Behave at School by Philippe Jalbert

Ever since Finn was born, and even before then, we would read to him. We wanted to show him reading from an early age. Now he loves us to read the same books, over, and over, and over. But it is the sweetest thing, when he likes to pick out a book and climb into our laps. 


The Giggly Guide of How to Behave at School (Mind Your Manners)Giggly Guide on How to Behave at School by Philippe Jalbert


  
Mind your manners! Wondering what to expect on your first day of school? With 44 simple rules on how to behave, and how not to behave, at school, this giggly guidebook shows you exactly what it means to be the perfect student, and what happens when you're not... Giggles are sure to ensue, and kids and their parents will surely want the companion book of how to behave, too!

Do you like this book?
Yeah! I liked the bunny at school and he made a mess!

What's your favorite part of the book?
When he painted himself and then he squished an elephant in the door. It just made me feel silly. And he even colored on the wall. We're not supposed to color on the wall!

What do you think of the cover?
I like the bunny and ball! It's a soccer ball.

Do you want me to read it again?
Sometime. 



This is a really cute book. We read it as an ARC on the kindle and the pictures were not lined up with the words and it was a little difficult to read, but Finn really enjoyed it. I love how it teaches what not to do at school. We'll probably order a copy of this book.

Similar Books..
Mouse's First Day of SchoolMy School's a Zoo!School's First Day of SchoolThe Gingerbread Man and the Leprechaun Loose at SchoolIf You Ever Want to Bring an Alligator to School, Don't!


 
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