Picture Book Wednesday: Better Pets

Almost everyone in town has the perfect pet for them - except for Yvette and Evan. But as they wander through the adoption opportunities, a new store magically appears. A man tries to sell them all kinds of different pets - pets that are Better than the others. These are no ordinary pets. Will Yvette and Evan find the pet of their dreams?

This is a cute story that will make readers laugh. The ending is perfectly set-up for a sequel. There's a lot to pour over in the illustrations here and a lot to talk about with this book. There are so many animals and vocabulary words. and it does ask the question: what's the perfect pet for you? There's also the question of adoption vs. purchasing for pets that's subtle, but there. 

* Book sent for review

Picture Book Wednesday: Camp Books

 

Ok, so I fully admit that this post would be better in the beginning of summer. But these books are still fun to read and share any time during the year.

Have you ever wondered what to pack for your next sleepover or the first day of school? The alpactory is here to help! (mostly)

A funny story about being brave enough to try new things and knowing just what you need to help get the job done.

It's the first day of camp and EVERYONE is nervous. They all have unique quirks and they're all scared no one will like them. 

I love how they come together as a team when something goes wrong.  A great book about fears and being nervous but discovering that everything's going to be ok.

Would you like to go to camp on the moon?  One child is not pleased that their parents signed them up for moon camp. It's awful there - until they make a friend.

Camp isn't going well but then it turns around with a little kindness and a new friend. I love how they match each other so well. Moon Camp sounds like a really fun idea and I love how they capture different activities.