Picture Book Review: Goodnight, Bruce

Bruce is trying to put the geese and the mice to bed - but they just want MORE.

Poor Bruce! He's so grumpy but sweet at the same time.  I love these books and this one is such a funny story. 

5 stars: perfect

Picture Book Review: Penelope Rex and the Problem with Pets

 

Penelope Rex's parents get her a pet - but Mittens is a handful. Is Penelope Rex ready to be responsible for Mittens?

Penelope Rex is excited about her pet - but Mittens is a lot of work. Mittens hogs the bed. Mitten eats everything (except his supper).  I really loved this one because I too have a goofy handful of a dog. He also hogs the bed. And of course, I adore him too.

Knightley

Picture Book Wednesday: Bruce and the Legend of Soggy Hollow

Bruce is always grumpy, but he Really doesn't like Halloween! But his year, the mice have an idea. They want to act out the Legend of Soggy Hollow and Bruce has a starring role. 

My Thoughts: I Love this series - Bruce is grumpy and adorable. The mice are mischievous. They're always trying to get Bruce involved. They make the book so funny. I love the moose. And there is a little creepiness to the story. A fantastic addition to the series

 

Picture Book Wednesday: Literacy Board Books

 

 

It's almost back to school time.

 Almost everything you do in the early years counts as literacy: singing, playing, crafting, talking, and reading. All of it adds up.

Here are some board books to jump start literacy:

There's nothing like opening up a new box of crayons and having ALL the possibilities before you. This is a book all about colors and drawing. 

An alphabet book with textures, bright colors, and lots of vocabulary. This is an adorable book. It also makes a great baby shower gift!

A counting book featuring Bruce - the adorable grumpy bear and some animals from his books. They are all having fun, but he's still grumpy.  A great concept book with great vocabulary to share. 

Art project ideas* in this textured book. So many bright colors and fun ideas here. It also makes a great baby shower gift!

* Crafting is a precursor to writing. You're practicing holding crayons or a paintbrush the way you would a pencil. You're making similar movements across paper. It's ALL helpful. Keep up the good work!

Happy Spring (Unless You're Bruce)

 Happy First Day of Spring!

Everyone is happy - expect for Bruce. 

Ruth the bunny wants to share her love of Spring with Bruce. Who is of course, grumpy.

Another fun adventure with grumpy Bruce.