Oh how we laughed. Now go get Stick Man
. No really. My son loaded grabbed this one of the shelf at the library today and it was the hit of tonight's bedtime reading. Santa makes a cameo but this is far more than a "holiday book". The fun is in watching Stick Man declare that he is more than a stick while getting into situations that are normal...for a stick (like dogs, floating down the creek and being used as kindling). All the while our hero is desperately trying to get back to his family.
The illustrations beg for repeated exploration as you and your kids predict what will befall Stick Man next.
is a wonderful adventure for kids-and the main character, Sally. A family trip turns into a high flying voyage for this inquisitive and hungry chocolate lab. Readers (and especially those who have lived with a Lab) will be amazed by Sally's restraint as she soars ever higher while resisting tempation. My six year old enjoyed retelling the story while my three year olds were captivated by the bold and colorful images.
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This book offers enough allusions to King Kong to keep the grownups going while still providing bedtime friendly laughs. The Ape in question is working his way to the top again but this time he's selling "Ape-On" cosmetics. You will need to really appreciate puns or this book might just drive you...bananas. Great intro to NYC for suburban kids and a taste of Gotham for the city kids.