One Pizza, One Penny is one of the first books that hooked me on picture books and sparked my interest in them. It is a collaborative work by Taiwanese writer K.T. Hao and Italian illustrator Giuliano Ferri. It unfolds a charming narrative set in the culinary world of Ben Bear and Chris Croc. Originally published … Continue reading #TaiwanKidLitMonth: One Pizza, One Penny by K.T. Hao – A Heartwarming Culinary Tale of Friendship and Cooperation
#WorldKidLit Wednesday: Grandma’s Roof Garden
In our big, bustling hometown in southwest China,On the top floor of an apartment tower, lives an old grandma.A weather-worn apron covers her cornflower blue blouse,And she putters about town, lugging her little cart around. In Grandma’s Roof Garden, a delightful, heartwarming picture book for ages 4-8, we meet an eccentric, energetic grandmother. With enviable … Continue reading #WorldKidLit Wednesday: Grandma’s Roof Garden
#WorldKidLitWednesday: Fast, Cheetah, Slow Tortoise: Poems of Animal Opposites
Up, down, over, under, open, close: learning opposites is an important piece of early childhood development. Learning opposites helps children learn not only vocabulary, but also develop observational skills, critical thinking, and a more concrete understanding of the world around them. Forthcoming this September from Eerdman's Books for Young Readers, Fast Cheetah, Slow Tortoise: Poems … Continue reading #WorldKidLitWednesday: Fast, Cheetah, Slow Tortoise: Poems of Animal Opposites
#WorldKidLit Wednesday: The Cat Way
If your daily walks are becoming a bit same-ish, then perhaps you ought to consider doing things the cat way. The Cat Way is a 66-page picture book neatly divided into two parts. It opens with a child of about 9 years of age taking their unnamed pet cat for a walk. Unfortunately, things don’t … Continue reading #WorldKidLit Wednesday: The Cat Way
#BangladeshiLitMonth: Pass it to Rizwana by Crystal Pottebaum
Review by Erin Wilson This colorfully illustrated ten-chapter picture book begins with three young girls who stumble upon a peculiar object, which turns out to be a deflated basketball. Eager to learn more, they start researching the game by watching online videos and observing boys playing at the park. However, Rizwana's mother informs her that … Continue reading #BangladeshiLitMonth: Pass it to Rizwana by Crystal Pottebaum
BangladeshiLitMonth: Nobo Opens a Door
Review by Erin Wilson Nobo is so excited to celebrate Nobo Borsho, Bengali New Year, in her class. She has picked a beautiful red and white shari for the occasion too. Her accessories include a velvet red blouse, glass bangles to match and a teep for her forehead. Her outfit is ready to go! Her … Continue reading BangladeshiLitMonth: Nobo Opens a Door
#BangladeshiLitMonth: Where are the Choncols?
While growing up, did you enjoy search-and-find books like “Where's Waldo?” (aka Where’s Wally?)? If yes, then you will love Where are the Chonchols?. The premise is the same as those classic children’s books: you’re presented with a complex scene, and the goal is to find specific people or objects within it. And like “Where’s … Continue reading #BangladeshiLitMonth: Where are the Choncols?
#BangladeshiLitMonth: The White Elephant
Review by Erin Wilson Hope, harmony, and peace emanate from this beautiful picture book. A young Rohingya boy shares his memories of his grandfather's stories of a white elephant born in their land becoming mountains and symbolizing peace and harmony. Their lives were joyous until the elephant was hunted and killed for its ivory. Thus, … Continue reading #BangladeshiLitMonth: The White Elephant
#BangladeshiLitMonth: I am Bokul
Review by Erin Wilson Bokul, a young boy living in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, dreamed of being a photographer like Shanto, a regular customer who visited the tea stall he worked at. Then, his dream came true, Shanto let Bokul borrow his camera. Bokul dreamed of the extra cash he might make by taking tourists' photos … Continue reading #BangladeshiLitMonth: I am Bokul
#BangladeshiLitMonth: Rani’s Seashell Necklace
Review by Erin Wilson Photos taken by Erin Wilson, I own this book. Taking place in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh near a Rohingya camp, Rani enjoys being by the sea and collecting shells. In fact she makes herself a very pretty seashell necklace. Her family works hard catching and selling fish to make a living. Troubles … Continue reading #BangladeshiLitMonth: Rani’s Seashell Necklace
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