Picture Book of the Week: Hat Tricks
Hat Tricks by Satoshi Kitamura
Meet Hattie the magician―she’s a natural performer, and you’re invited to her magic show.
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Chapter Book of the Week: Earwig and the Witch
Earwig and the Witch by Diana Wynne Jones
This early chapter book follows orphan Erica Wigg (known to everyone as Earwig). Earwig knows that most people think life in an orphanage is dreary and dismal, but Earwig loves her life at St. Morwald’s. If she wants chicken pot pie for dinner, the chef makes it for her. If she wants a new sweater, Mrs.Briggs the Matron knits her one. Earwig is happy and comfortable. So whenever adults come looking for a child to adopt, Earwig always makes herself seem as unlovable as possible, so she can stay at her beloved orphanage. But one day, a couple walks in - and heads straight for Earwig. No matter how unlovable she looks, they decide she is the child for them. And it seems no one besides Earwig notices the man’s tall horns or the witchy ways of the woman. Will Earwig discover the secrets of her new home? Check out this witty, whimsical fantasy to find out!
Picture Book of the Week: Going Up
Going Up, by Sherry J. Lee and Illustrated by Charlene Chua
Today is Olive's birthday party, and Sophie and her dad have baked cookies. Sophie's dad holds the platter so Sophie can push the elevator button for the tenth floor. But on the way up, the elevator stops to let the Santucci brothers get on. Then on the next floor, Vicky, Babs and their dog, Norman, get in. And as the elevator ascends, it keeps stopping, and more neighbors squeeze in to the crowded space: the Habibs, the Flores family, Mr. Kwan, Vi Tweedle with her Chihuahua, Minx. Everyone is going to the party!
Playfully combining the excitement and anticipation of a party with children's universal love of riding in elevators, Sherry J. Lee's picture book story is ultimately about community and a sense of belonging. With characters from many cultural backgrounds, it showcases the everyday diversity that many urban children experience. Charlene Chua's illustrations provide loads of funny details and visual narratives that aren't in the text, making for a multilayered reading experience. The book's tall, narrow trim size adds to the effect of the rising elevator.
Picture Book of the Week:The Great Eggscape!
The Great Eggscape! by Jory John and Pete Oswald
The Great Eggscape is when the Good Egg and his pals escape their carton and drop into the store for a morning of fun, enjoyed by everybody. Well, almost everybody.
Shel (an egg) isn’t a huge fan of group activities, especially when he’s made to be “It” for a game of hide-and-seek. Nevertheless, Shel doesn’t want to let his friends down, so he reluctantly plays, anyway. But after a morning of hiding and seeking, somebody’s still missing. Will the dozen eggs friends ever be reunited? Find out in this hilarious egg hunt adventure that reminds us to break out of our shells and help our friends in need!
Chapter Book of the Week: The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street
The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street by Karina Yan Glaser
For the Vanderbeeker siblings, the old brownstone they call home is the greatest building in the world - they can't imagine living anywhere else. So when the cranky landlord informs them they will have to leave right after Christmas, the siblings are devastated. With only eleven days to change the landlord's mind, all five siblings work together on plans that range from organized and precise to heartfelt and wacky. Will the Vanderbeekers be able to save their beloved home? Check out this high-jinks-filled story to find out!