Recommend | South Sound Book Review Council

written by Judith Henderson and illustrated by Sara Sarhangpour

Willa the ostrich and Wade the penguin discover a shiny golden button on the ground and proceed to gather more treasures (a rock, toy dinosaur, artwork by Wade) for a museum (a box). They are so excited about their collection that they invite the other animals to their museum (Museum of Willa and Wade – MOWW). The Grand Opening of MOWW was a success, especially the snacks. And, would it be possible to borrow a rocket ship for the MOWW? Hmmmm..

This simple story of enthusiastic friends, imagination and a few treasures is wonderful. Add in the bright and bold illustrations and you have a winning combination. Readers will enjoy this book and look forward to Book #3 in the Willa and Wade series. Hopefully, we won’t have to wait too long! Recommended.

by David Soman and Jacky Davis

Doggie pals Elvis and Romeo head to dog school to learn some new tricks. While Elvis is open to the idea, Romeo experiences some anxiety when the lesson is about catching a ball. Elvis does a great job of working through it with Romeo and gives him concrete steps to follow. Ultimately, Romeo is successful and enjoys dog school with his good friend.

Simple text accompanies digitally rendered illustrations that are sweet and expressive. Young readers will cheer for these newfound canine friends and eagerly await the next adventure. Recommended.

by Lily Austen

Text in Spanish. Translation of: Holi. It is often difficult to find engaging books for our emergent readers, but El Holi (series Holiday Fun! (Festividades!) will be a favorite with its full page photos and simple text. Readers will discover many of the elements unique to this holiday as they explore the photos and read the brief sentences. There are many important nonfiction elements, including: Table of contents, index, labels and ‘words to know’ list. Repetitive, controlled vocabulary and short sentences will aid in reading success. Photos show diverse subjects and settings. There are sixteen books in the series. Purchase this set to update your holiday collection and attract your newest readers. Recommended.

by Lily Austen

Text in Spanish. Translation of: Saint Patrick’s Day. It is often difficult to find engaging books for our emergent readers, but El Dia de San Patricio (series Holiday Fun! (Festividades!) will be a favorite with its full page photos and simple text. Readers will discover many of the elements unique to this holiday as they explore the photos and read the brief sentences. There are many important nonfiction elements, including: Table of contents, index, labels and ‘words to know’ list. Repetitive, controlled vocabulary and short sentences will aid in reading success. Photos show diverse subjects and settings. There are sixteen books in the series. Purchase this set to update your holiday collection and attract your newest readers. Recommended.

by Lily Austen

Text in Spanish. Translation of: Thanksgiving It is often difficult to find engaging books for our emergent readers, but El Diia de Accion de Gracias (series Holiday Fun! (Festividades!) will be a favorite with its full page photos and simple text. Readers will discover many of the elements unique to this holiday as they explore the photos and read the brief sentences. There are many important nonfiction elements, including: Table of contents, index, labels and ‘words to know’ list. Repetitive, controlled vocabulary and short sentences will aid in reading success. Photos show diverse subjects and settings. There are sixteen books in the series. Purchase this set to update your holiday collection and attract your newest readers. Recommended.

by Lily Austen

Text in Spanish. Translation of: Juneteenth. It is often difficult to find engaging books for our emergent readers, but El Juneteenth (series Holiday Fun! (Festividades!) will be a favorite with its full page photos and simple text. Readers will discover many of the elements unique to this holiday as they explore the photos and read the brief sentences. There are many important nonfiction elements, including: Table of contents, index, labels and ‘words to know’ list. Repetitive, controlled vocabulary and short sentences will aid in reading success. Photos show diverse subjects and settings. There are sixteen books in the series. Purchase this set to update your holiday collection and attract your newest readers. Recommended.

by Lily Austen

Text in Spanish. Translation of: Passover. It is often difficult to find engaging books for our emergent readers, but El Pesaj (series Holiday Fun! (Festividades!) will be a favorite with its full page photos and simple text. Readers will discover many of the elements unique to this holiday as they explore the photos and read the brief sentences. There are many important nonfiction elements, including: Table of contents, index, labels and ‘words to know’ list. Repetitive, controlled vocabulary and short sentences will aid in reading success. Photos show diverse subjects and settings. There are sixteen books in the series. Purchase this set to update your holiday collection and attract your newest readers. Recommended.

Text in Spanish. Translation of: Lunar New Year. It is often difficult to find engaging books for our emergent readers, but El Ano Nuevo Lunar (series Holiday Fun! (Festividades!) will be a favorite with its full page photos and simple text. Readers will discover many of the elements unique to this holiday as they explore the photos and read the brief sentences. There are many important nonfiction elements, including: Table of contents, index, labels and ‘words to know’ list. Repetitive, controlled vocabulary and short sentences will aid in reading success. Photos show diverse subjects and settings. There are sixteen books in the series. Purchase this set to update your holiday collection and attract your newest readers. Recommended.

by Lily Austen

It is often difficult to find engaging books for our emergent readers, but Lunar New Year (series Holiday Fun!) will be a favorite with its full page photos and simple text. Readers will discover many of the elements unique to this holiday as they explore the photos and read the brief sentences. There are many important nonfiction elements, including: Table of contents, index, labels and ‘words to know’ list. Repetitive, controlled vocabulary and short sentences will aid in reading success. Photos show diverse subjects and settings. There are sixteen books in the series. Purchase this set to update your holiday collection and attract your newest readers. Recommended.