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Book reviews for ages 4

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    That Is NOT a Good Idea!

    Goose outsmarts fox in funny, perilous story with a twist.
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    By Mo Willems
    (Book, 2013)
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    The Leaf Men and the Brave Good Bugs

    Garden fantasy casts a strange spell.
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    By William Joyce
    (Book, 2013)
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    Steam Train, Dream Train

    Jolly animals load a train in this dream of a bedtime book.
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    By Tom Lichtenheld, Sherri Duskey Rinker
    (Book, 2013)
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    Emeraldalicious

    Pinkalicious goes green in magical clean-up adventure.
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    By Victoria Kann
    (Book, 2013)
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    My Cold Plum Lemon Pie Bluesy Mood

    Boy cites the colors of his moods in poetic slice of life.
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    By Tameka Fryer Brown
    (Book, 2013)
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    Lottie Paris and the Best Place

    Lottie shows what's fun about the library in vibrant sequel.
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    By Angela Johnson
    (Book, 2013)
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    Flora and the Flamingo

    Girl makes a feathered friend in whimsical, wordless outing.
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    By Molly Idle
    (Book, 2013)
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    Penny and Her Marble

    Moral dilemma, more emotional depth in cute Penny story.
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    By Kevin Henkes
    (Book, 2013)
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    Brick by Brick

    Rythmic, thoughtful tale of slaves building the White House.
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    By Charles R. Smith Jr.
    (Book, 2013)
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    Extra Yarn

    Fanciful story of generosity has a classic folk-tale feel.
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    By Mac Barnett
    (Book, 2013)
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    An Awesome Book of Love!

    Exuberant art, fresh rhymes unabashedly celebrate love.
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    By Dallas Clayton
    (Book, 2013)
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    Daddy Christmas & Hanukkah Mama

    Two-tradition family doubles the holiday fun.
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    By Selina Alko
    (Book, 2012)
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    Pete the Cat Saves Christmas

    Laid-back cat helps Santa in fun holiday adventure.
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    By Eric Litwin
    (Book, 2012)
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    The Sandman: The Guardians of Childhood

    Imaginative tale of sleepy hero who fights kids' nightmares.
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    By William Joyce
    (Book, 2012)
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    Mousetronaut: Based on a (Partially) True Story

    Charming tale of mouse helping astronauts on shuttle flight.
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    By Mark Kelly
    (Book, 2012)
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    Ten Creepy Monsters

    Not-too-scary counting book with a friendly twist.
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    By Carey F. Armstrong-Ellis
    (Book, 2012)
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    The Insomniacs

    Great bedtime read about family that's up all night.
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    By Karina Wolf
    (Book, 2012)
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    Penny and Her Doll

    Cute mouse seeks name for new doll in OK sequel.
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    By Kevin Henkes
    (Book, 2012)
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    Rocket Writes a Story

    Appealing characters, engaging art, and solid writing advice make this a fantastic choice for imaginative young readers.
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    By Tad Hills
    (Book, 2012)
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    Marco Goes to School

    Bird's first day at human school is good, silly fun.
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    By Roz Chast
    (Book, 2012)
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    The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore

    Magical story of a man who devotes his life to books.
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    By William Joyce
    (Book, 2012)
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    Dragons Love Tacos

    Taco party has fiery consequences in funny dragon tale.
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    By Adam Rubin
    (Book, 2012)
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    Blackout

    Beautiful book captures the magic after lights go out.
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    By John Rocco
    (Book, 2012)
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    I Want My Hat Back

    Silly theft story ultimately shows bear is the boss.
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    By Jon Klassen
    (Book, 2012)
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    And Then It's Spring

    The simple pleasure of watching seeds grow as winter turns to spring shines through in this timeless-looking picture book.  
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    By Julie Fogliano
    (Book, 2012)