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Book reviews for picture book

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  • Review
    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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    The Further Tale of Peter Rabbit

    Peter goes to Scotland in inspired charmer, fun read-aloud.
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    5
     
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    By Emma Thompson
    (Book, 2012)
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    Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs: As Retold by Mo Willems

    Silly dino twist on Goldilocks tale is roaring good fun.
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    3
     
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    By Mo Willems
    (Book, 2012)
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    Olivia and the Fairy Princesses

    A good-humored identity crisis makes this one a royal hoot.
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    3
     
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    By Ian Falconer
    (Book, 2012)
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    Penny and Her Doll

    Cute mouse seeks name for new doll in OK sequel.
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    4
     
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    By Kevin Henkes
    (Book, 2012)
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    1-2-3 Peas

    The 100 busy peas are simply irresistible in this easy-to-love, colorful counting book by the author of LMNO Peas.
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    3
     
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    By Keith Baker
    (Book, 2012)
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    I Gotta Draw

    Triumphant tale of artistic misfit and creative teacher.
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    5
     
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    By Bruce Degen
    (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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    4
     
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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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    4
     
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    By Roz Chast
    (Book, 2012)
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    Good News Bad News

    Spare story of ups & downs great for toddlers, preschoolers.
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    3
     
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    By Jeff Mack
    (Book, 2012)
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    It's a Tiger!

    Breathless tale of running from tiger is good, silly fun.
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    3
     
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    By David LaRochelle
    (Book, 2012)
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    Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons

    Cute cat, catchy ditty, simple math will hook tiny readers.
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    3
     
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    By Eric Litwin
    (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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    4
     
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    By William Joyce
    (Book, 2012)
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    Squid and Octopus: Friends for Always

    Two tentacled best friends in four fun short stories.
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    3
     
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    By Tao Nyeu
    (Book, 2012)
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    Dragons Love Tacos

    Taco party has fiery consequences in funny dragon tale.
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    4
     
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    By Adam Rubin
    (Book, 2012)
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    Chloe

    Charming story of bunny who gets sibs to play, not watch TV.
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    3
     
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    By Peter McCarty
    (Book, 2012)
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    I Am a Pole (And So Can You!)

    Clever, satirical picture book isn't really for kids.
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    12
     
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    By Stephen Colbert
    (Book, 2012)
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    Oliver

    Imaginative boy goes down the drain on fantastic adventure.
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    3
     
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    By Judith Rossell
    (Book, 2012)
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    Tyler Makes Pancakes!

    Lively cooking story whipped together with fun food info.
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    5
     
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    By Tyler Florence
    (Book, 2012)
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    Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site

    Charming bedtime book is magic for truck lovers.
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    2
     
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    By Sherri Duskey Rinker
    (Book, 2012)
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    Blackout

    Beautiful book captures the magic after lights go out.
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    4
     
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    By John Rocco
    (Book, 2012)
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    I'll Save You Bobo!

    Boy's fun struggle to write a jungle story with toy monkey.
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    3
     
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    By Eileen Rosenthal
    (Book, 2012)
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    I Want My Hat Back

    Silly theft story ultimately shows bear is the boss.
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    4
     
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    By Jon Klassen
    (Book, 2012)
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    Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale

    Hilarious tale of a toddler outing gone terribly wrong.
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    3
     
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    By Mo Willems
    (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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    4
     
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    By Julie Fogliano
    (Book, 2012)