July 23, 2019
Today I have a picture book which shares the remarkable biography of Margaret Wise Brown. She is the gal who wrote such classics as Goodnight Moon and The Runaway Bunny. She was also a little kooky, which makes for the best biographies. Don’t forget to follow One Great Book on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or by email so that you don’t…
July 16, 2019
Today I have a book about dealing with a prickly personality. Hank just wants to be left alone, or does he? Don’t forget to follow One Great Book on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest or by email so that you don’t miss a single story where being alone is never better than having friends who love you, prickles and all. Title: Nobody…
July 8, 2019
Today I have a book that answers the question “Where do animals go on vacation?” Would you believe that your house is the perfect spot? In this fun twist, readers discover how animals enjoy their time off while we are away in the woods and let’s just say a dance party is not out of the question. Don’t forget to…
July 1, 2019
Today I have a really cool book about female pilots in World War II. First off, the illustrations are stunning and will transport the reader to the 1940s. What makes this book even better is the story of how far women had to go to be trained as pilots. These women, trying to fly for the military, remind all of…
June 24, 2019
Today I have a wonderful picture book that looks at the American flag and the Star-Spangled Banner. Really, this should be your go-to picture book for the Fourth of July. I do have a confession to make. The author/illustrator Jessie Hartland can do no wrong in my eyes. Years ago I reviewed her picture book biography of Julia Child, which is…
June 5, 2019
Today I have a book that shows kids that sometimes assumptions are incorrect. We all come to conclusions based on our personal experiences. It can be hard for kids, and even adults, to realize someone may see things completely differently. Don’t forget to follow One Great Book on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or by email so that you don’t miss a…
May 16, 2019
Let’s party it’s your birthday is all I could think when I read this book. And what is one of the best birthday traditions? Well, the wish of course! This book will have you nailing that wish every year because let’s face it, getting a chance at your heart’s desire once a year is not something that should be squandered!…
May 6, 2019
Today I have a book for the kid who always tries to be good. You know the one. He worries about doing the wrong thing. She always tries to get the other kids to behave. He stresses when others aren’t following the rules. Well in this story, the pressure to be good all the time just gets to be too…
April 9, 2019
Today I have an adorable picture book alert. This is one of those stories that would have enchanted me as a little girl and I know my daughter would have made me read over and over again. The best part is that I would have been totally willing! Don’t forget to follow One Great Book on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram…
April 1, 2019
Today I have a book that shares the story behind a name. Kids love to hear the story of their birth or unique anecdotes from when they were little, they also love to know how they got their moniker. A name is something special and understanding what makes their name so distinctively them is incredibly appealing. In this story, we get…
