Monday, March 28, 2011

A HAT FOR MINERVA LOUISE by Janet Morgan Stoeko


If you haven't already, you really need to make friends with Minerva Louise! This enterprising hen learns lots of stuff and in A Hat for Minerva Louise, she tries to stay warm in the snowy weather. She tries on a scarf (really a watering hose), shoes (actually a pair of work gloves) and several items that definitely are NOT good hats! She finally finds just the thing to keep her head and her tail warm. Check out A Hat for Minerva Louise (and other Minerva Louise books) at E STO and find out what makes the perfect hat for Minerva Louise. Stay warm yourself laughing at this hilarious hen.


Submitted by Ms. Melanie
Courtesy of Sequoyah Regional Library System

Monday, March 21, 2011

THE SEVEN SILLY EATERS by Ann Hoberman


The Seven Silly Eaters by Ann Hoberman is the story of Mrs. Peters and her seven little picky eaters. Being a loving mother Mrs. Peters cooks each child their favorite food. As the children grow so do their appetites, but only for their own special dish. Wearily Mrs. Peters picks, peels, strains, scrapes, poaches, fries, and kneads to meet the growing demand. It isn't until Mrs. Peters birthday arrives that a present from her children solves the problem and surprises everyone. This picture book is a great read aloud and can be found in the easy section under E HOB.


by Ms Judy Griggs
Courtesy of Sequoyah Regional Library System

Monday, March 14, 2011

THE WIMPY KID MOVIE DIARY: HOW GREG HEFFLEY WENT TO HOLLY WOOD by Jeff Kinney


Fans of Jeff Kinney’s Wimpy Kid series and its movie will enjoy The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary. It allows readers to go on a behind-the-scenes journey of the making of both the Wimpy Kid movie and the creation of the book series. Kinney details the making of a book to a movie from inception to completion and includes original photographs, sketches, and designs to supplement his text. The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary is an enjoyable and interesting read for children in grades 3+ and it can be found in the Juvenile Non-Fiction section under J 791.437 KIN.


Courtesy of Sequoyah Regional Library System
Library website: http://www.sequoyahregionallibrary.org/

Monday, March 7, 2011

OF THEE I SING: A LETTER TO MY DAUGHTERS by Barack Obama



Written before he became president, this newly published children's book by Barack Obama is in the form of a sweet and optimistic letter addressed to his daughters Malia and Sasha. As he counts down all the attributes that he sees in his girls, he provides an example from American history that illustrates that same trait - thirteen in all, representing a good mix of men and women, professions, ethnicities and races. The point is that just as these famous Americans used their talents and skills to contribute to our country's culture and advancement, young people should identify and nurture their own talents and skills as well. The illustrations are richly detailed and the back of the book contains a bit of extra information on all the historical figures. Parents can use the book to talk about their own children's special qualities and even brainstorm other iconic figures that have similar traits. Find this selection in the picture book section of your library at E OBA.
Submitted by Ms. Susan
Courtesy of Sequoyah Regional Library System