Top Ten Tuesday: Books that Made Me Smile

 This week's topic is all about books that made you smile. I'm going with picture books this week. These are the last picture books that made me smile, laugh or tugged at my heartstrings.

 

 

 

 

Picture Book Wednesday: Ronan the Librarian

Ronan is a barbarian - gathering and stealing treasure. One day he finds a book - which no one else wants. He can't believe it. But then he starts reading and can't stop. And he tries to share his love of books with others...

Not surprisingly, I loved this book. I loved the message about books as treasure. And sharing books. I love how Ronan hooked others on reading. Plus the illustrations are great. 

And best of all, there's a sequel coming!

Librarian Recommendation: Highly Recommended for your school and public libraries!

Picture Book Wednesday: Valentine Books

Here are some Valentine Books - many of them are with favorite book characters

One More Hug:

A sweet story about growing up, love and family, and how you're never too hold for a hug. 

* Book sent for review

Llama Llama Be My Valentine

A story about making gifts using your creativeness and your unique talents. A sweet story for fans of the series.

Splat the Cat: Funny Valentine (A lift the flap book)

The class wants to create a valentine for their teacher - they work together to create something special for her.

Duck and Hippo: The Secret Valentine

Someone is gifting out secret valentines and asking people to meet at the park at an appointed time. Everyone wonders who their secret valentine might be. A sweet story about friendship and making people happy. 

I Heart You (Board Book)

Baby animals playing with their parents - a very sweet story.

* book sent for review

I Yoga You (Board Book)

A cute diverse story with parents and children saying I love you throughout the day. Parents share yoga moves throughout the day, but they are also compiled at the end of the book.

* book sent for review