Books

FROM SARAH:

Among my tippy-top favorites! The mice of Brambly Hedge are easy to love, and the illustrations are so detailed and enthralling. All eight of their classic picture book tales are brought together in this single, lovely, volume.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Explore the natural world with the mice of Brambly Hedge, who made their first appearance in 1980 when the four seasonal stories were published. Ever since, readers have loved exploring the miniature world of the hedgerow and meeting the families that live there.

In this collection the mice have many adventures, but they always have time for fun and relaxation too. Whatever the season, and whether they are by the sea, in the hills, or simply at home by the fire, there is always someone ready to lend a helping hand.

Contains: Spring Story, Summer Story, Autumn Story, Winter Story, Poppy’s Babies, Sea Story, The High Hills, The Secret Staircase.

FROM SARAH 

My very favorite picture book folk tales are from Paul Galdone, and this one takes the cake! It contains six of these tales in one volume: The Little Red Hen, The Three Little Pigs, The Three Bears, The Gingerbread Boy, The Three Little Kittens, and The Three Billy Goats Gruff.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

This jacketed, hardcover book features foil cover accents, a ribbon bookmark, and full-color illustrations on large, lush spreads. Enjoy a bonus audiobook download of all six stories for repeated listening at home and on the go.

FROM SARAH:

A delightful collection of stories to share about this dear, charming, marmalade-loving bear, Paddington. As you read, of course, "Please look after this bear. Thank you." (Because he does take a bit of looking-after!) ;)

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Join Paddington as he meets the Browns, visits the palace, goes to the zoo, and much more.The hardcover treasury includes the complete text and art of the following beloved picture books: Paddington, Paddington at the Palace, Paddington at the Zoo, Paddington in the Garden, Paddington and the Marmalade Maze, and Paddington the Artist.

FROM SARAH:

I love this collection of the original Curious George stories! Of special note is the short biography on H.A. and Margaret Reyes, who created Curious George and have a fascinating story of their own.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

This handsome hardcover collection includes complete editions of all seven of the original Curious George titles in one complete volume. Perfect for sharing and gifting—this is a book that belongs on every little monkey's shelf.

Books included in this collector’s edition are Curious George, Curious George Takes a Job, Curious George Rides a Bike, Curious George Gets a Medal, Curious George Flies a Kite, Curious George Learns the Alphabet, and Curious George Goes to the Hospital. This edition also includes an original illustrated map of Curious George’s world, as well as a new scrapbook biography of H. A. and Margret Rey’s creative journey written by the historian Louise Borden.

FROM SARAH:

I love how this collection of picture book classics allows you to "sample" some of the most iconic picture books out there. You just may discover a new family favorite! Currently out-of-print, but check your local library or secondhand bookstore for a copy!

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

This large, oversized collection assembles twelve of the greatest picture books ever published: Goodnight Moon, Caps for Sale, Harold and the Purple Crayon, Crictor, A Baby Sister for Frances, Leo the Late Bloomer, William's Doll, A Chair for My Mother, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, Chrysanthemum, From Head to Toe, and Pete's a Pizza.

A perfect book for parents excited to read their children the books they themselves grew up with, this collection is a wonder-filled opportunity for families to own and share "the best of the best."

FROM SARAH:

Nobody does funny illustrations quite like Nancy Carpenter. This book is just fun-fun-fun all around. Highly recommended for a day when you just want to love living a little bit more.

FROM THE PUBLISHER: 

A laugh-out-loud look at all the fun things grown-ups never let you do. The text is short, spare, and fall-on-the-floor funny—not to mention utterly child-friendly.

Poor Emily. She doesn't mean to be loud, but whenever she says anything in her Emily voice, plates shatter, neighbors are astonished, and birds are frightened right out of the trees. It seems like there's nowhere she fits in.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

A stunning picture book about Mary "Mother" Jones and the 100 children who marched from Philadelphia to New York in a fiery protest against child labor.

A brother and sister invite their friends to play good guys and bad guys with them. While playing pretend, this rowdy group of kids dress up as pirates, swimmers, cowboys, and more—imagining a vibrant world where the bad guys cause mischief and the good guys save the day.

**Description from Amazon: From the creator of Little Owl Lost and Oh No, George! comes a funny, strikingly illustrated story of best-laid plans — and the secret to attracting the birdie.

FROM SARAH:

This picture book biography of Malala Yousafzai captures her courage and unwavering belief in the power of education. Deeply inspiring with lovely illustrations.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

The inspiring true story of Malala Yousafzai, human rights activist and the youngest ever winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, from debut author/illustrator Lina Maslo.

**Description from Amazon: Award-winning author Sid Fleischman blends the broadly comic with the deeply compassionate in this memorable novel, winner of the Newbery Medal. 

FROM SARAH

The classic that has been beloved for decades, newly updated and revised by Cyndi Georgis. We're big fans of every edition of this book, but this newest one takes the cake! Listen to Sarah talk to Cyndi in episode 153 of the Read-Aloud Revival.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

The classic million-copy bestselling handbook on reading aloud to children--revised and updated for a new generation of readers.

**Description from Amazon: From an award-winning author and illustrator, the inspiring story of how the Little Free Library organization brings communities together through books, from founder Todd Bol’s first installation to the creation of more than 75,000 mini-libraries around the world.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:
Kids around the world get to school in unique ways. Take a peek inside this book and see how they reach their destinations!

**Description from Amazon: Blobfish lives at the bottom of the ocean with no lights, no friends, and no delicious treats. The only two ways he can think to change this would be to 1) throw a party, or 2) save the world in true hero style. He decides to do the first one.

**Description from Amazon: If your hands can mix and mash, what job might you have? What if your hands reach, wrench, yank, and crank? The hands in this book―and the people attached to them―do all sorts of helpful work.

Meet Bertie Wooster and his precise, capable valet, Jeeves. First published in 1919, this delightful series is an example of some of the finest humorous writing found in English literature. And 100% fun to listen to! Especially fun for fans of Downton Abbey.

FROM SARAH:

If you could change history, would you?

Page-turner alert! This time-travel story is unputdownable. I’d be inclined to recommend it for 10-15’s, but my 18-year-old told me it was the best book she’s read all year. So let’s just say 10+. 😁⁣ It’d make a fun read-aloud, or a great pick for a kid who thinks he/she doesn’t like reading.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

From the critically acclaimed author of Float comes a new whirlwind adventure about a pair of kids who must break all the rules of time travel.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

From the critically acclaimed author of the Edge of Extinction series comes this fast-paced, action-packed, and heartfelt adventure about a group of kids with uncontrollable abilities, perfect for fans of Gordon Korman, Lisa McMann, and Dan Gutman!

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Goonies meets the humor and heart of Gordon Korman in this new adventure full of nonstop action and spot-on humor from the critically acclaimed author of Float.

**Description from Amazon: Weave in and out of time as perfectly placed die cuts show you that a fossil today was a creature much long ago, perhaps in a completely different environment. Complete with a spectacular double gatefold, an intricate map and extensive back matter.

From SARAH:

A fascinating and beautiful book about the redwoods in Redwood National Forest, by the inimitable Jason Chin. An excellent picture book for ages 6-9, especially.

FROM THE PUBLISHER: 

Jason Chin's Redwoods tells the story of a boy who discovers a book about redwoods and finds himself in their midst as he turns the pages.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

When Mona the Mouse stumbles across the wondrous world of the Heartwood Hotel in the middle of a storm, she desperately hopes they'll let her stay. As it turns out, Mona is precisely the maid they need at the grandest hotel in Fernwood Forest, where animals come from far and wide for safety, luxury, and comfort.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Debut illustrator Torben Kuhlmann’s inventive tale and stunning illustrations will capture the imagination of readers—young and old—with the death-defying feats of this courageous young mouse.

FROM SARAH:

Susan Meissner is my all-time favorite author, and this is my favorite of her books so far. A historical fiction novel set during WWII that you won't forget. Especially delightful on audio. (Audible | LibroFM).

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Current day, Oxford, England. Young American scholar Kendra Van Zant, eager to pursue her vision of a perfect life, interviews Isabel McFarland just when the elderly woman is ready to give up secrets about the war that she has kept for decades...beginning with who she really is. What Kendra receives from Isabel is both a gift and a burden—one that will test her convictions and her heart.

FROM SARAH:

Widely circulated in homeschool circles, this is a great collection of short classics.

FROM THE PUBLISHER: 

This anthology is a thorough introduction to classic literature for those who have not yet experienced these literary masterworks. For those who have known and loved these works in the past, this is an invitation to reunite with old friends in a fresh new format.

**Description from Amazon: In this sequel to My Father's Dragon. Elmer and Boris's island hopping adventures continue.

**Description from Amazon: In this third and final installment of the classic My Father's Dragon trilogy, Boris, the baby dragon, is excited to be heading home to Blueland and looks forward to reuniting with his family.

FROM SARAH:

There's a reason Andrew Lang's series of fairy books are some of the most widely read versions of fairy tales! Homeschoolers tend to love this series.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

The first installment of Andrew Lang's widely read classics and arguably his best known, The Blue Fairy Book has been admired time and time again, enchanting readers with its carefully crafted prose and eclectic assortment of fairy tales. Originally published in 1889, this collection of celebrated tales has stood the test of time.

**Description from Amazon: In addition to such familiar favorites as Jack and the Beanstalk, Rapunzel, The Ratcatcher (The Pied Piper), and Snowdrop (Snow White), The Red Fairy Book contains a wonderful collection of lesser-known tales from French, German, Danish, Russian, and Romanian sources. A tale from Norse mythology recounts the old story of Sigurd and Brynhild; tales by the great Madame d'Aulnoy include Graciosa and Percinet and Princess Rosette; lesser-known tales from Grimm's collection include The Three Dwarfs, Mother Holle, and The Golden Goose.
All in all, this collection contains 37 stories, all narrated in the clear, lively prose for which Lang was famous.

**Description from Amazon: This enchanting tale of dragons, betrayals, and the power of friendship is the first in a charming and thrilling series by New York Times bestselling author Jessica Day George.

**Description from Amazon: The first book in a new series by the author of The Frog Princess, a delightful re-imagining of Sleeping Beauty.

**Description from Amazon: Now that Annie has helped her sister Gwendolyn (a.k.a. Sleeping Beauty) wake up from the 100-year curse by finding her beloved prince, you would think that things would get back to normal. Think again!

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Emma and Eadric have no sooner turned back into humans (from being frogs) than Emma's mother is in a panic, Aunt Grassina is distracted because she's found her true love turned into an otter, and Emma's magic is so out of control she sends herself to the dungeon by mistake. The neighboring kingdom has chosen this moment to attack, and if Emma can't get Grassina's mind back on protecting the kingdom, life as they know it in Greater Greensward will be in peril. From underwater sea monsters to fire-breathing dragons, this witty pair of young friends manages to sweet-talk, cajole, and race their way to victory. But when it looks as if everything will finally work out, disaster strikes, and Emma finds that magic is not enough-it takes real bravery and a strong, new friendship to succeed.

FROM SARAH:
Another fantastic book in the “Over and Under” series, this time focused on the beauty of the rainforest.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:
Discover the wonder that lies hidden among the roots, above the winding rivers, and under the emerald leaves of the rainforest in this glorious nature book for children and adults alike. Perfect for anyone who can't get enough of the rainforest and all the animals living in it.

**Description from Amazon: Ranger travels to San Francisco and meets Lily Chen. She was sent from China to America to work as a young servant, but she dreams of studying to be a doctor. When the Great Earthquake hits, Ranger arrives in time to rescue Lily from falling beams in the mission house where she lives.

**Description from Amazon: Noah Green has never had a pet, unlike her best friend Carlos, and she wants a dog more than anything. But after a dog-sitting disaster, she’s certain her mom will never agree to a pet. When Noah finds a mysterious critter at a garage sale, she can’t believe her parents let her buy it. But her new pet won’t stop growing or making mischief, leaving Noah with both a mystery and a dilemma.

**Description from Amazon: Libby longs to be a great librarian like her aunt Nora, and it just chaps her hide when kids vandalize books. She hangs up Wanted posters to drive the "outlaws" from her "territory." But when she realizes that a librarian's real job isn't protecting books but connecting them with readers, she must find a way to lure them back.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Continuing the case for free voluntary reading set out in the book's 1993 first edition, this new, updated, and much-looked-for second edition explores new research done on the topic in the last ten years as well as looking anew at some of the original research reviewed. Krashen also explores research surrounding the role of school and public libraries and the research indicating the necessity of a print-rich environment that provides light reading (comics, teen romances, magazines) as well as the best in literature to assist in educating children to read with understanding and in second language acquisition.

**Description from Amazon: A sweet addition to the family is coming! Written by National Book Award-winning author Jacqueline Woodson. Illustrated by Caldecott Award-winning illustrator Sophie Blackall.

**Description from Amazon: Early one morning when the sun came out, Six woolly wombats went walkabout.

This whimsical counting poem follows six brave little wombats on walkabout in the Australian outback. But the wilderness is bound to bring more excitement than an innocent counting game. Soon enough, the curious wombats learn to beware the hungry dingo!

FROM SARAH:

A breath of fresh air from Greta Eskridge. Don't be intimidated by the idea of adventuring—Greta gives ideas for how even tiny moments right from home can form family bonds and warm memories. Highly recommended.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

A modern, practical, and inspiring guide to creating deep heart connections with kids by regularly creating new experiences and intentional adventures together.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Whenever Burt Dow, who lives in a snug little house on the Maine coast, sets out to sea, his pet giggling gull goes along. But this time, it will take all his might and some plain old ingenuity to save him and the gull from a raging storm.

**Description from Amazon: This award-winning cookbook features more than 100 of the recipes that Laura Ingalls Wilder chronicles in her classic Little House books.

**Description from Amazon: Fortified with Yankee ingenuity and western can-do energy, the Moody family, transplanted from New England, builds a new life on a Colorado ranch early in the twentieth century. Father has died and Little Britches shoulders the responsibilities of a man at age eleven. Man of the Family continues true pioneering adventures as unforgettable as those in Little Britches and The Fields of Home, also available as Bison Books.

**Description from Amazon: Hop on the tram with Milli Ennium, Quincy, and their cohorts as they set out to explore the Getty Center. This children's book--from the creators of the popular Mr. Lunch character--takes a delightful tour through the Getty Museum, adjancent gardens, conservation laboratories and other sites at the Getty Center. Featuring the wonderful illustrations of J.otto Seibold and the beloved characters created by Seibold and coauthor Vivian Walsh, Going to the Getty is a colorful, humorous visit to the new center and sure to be enjoyed by children as well as the adult fans of Seibold and Walsh.

**Description from Amazon: Mommie Bear and Cubby, her son, plan a journey from their cave under the Grand Teton peak to Wonderland ― Yellowstone Park. Cubby was delighted by the idea of such a long and wonderful journey and his surprise increased when they reached the Park. What happened there to Cubby and his mother is told in a manner that will charm and instruct the girls and boys who are introduced to Cubby and follow his adventures. Originally published in 1932.

**Description from Amazon: When her brother Rolf dares her to catch magical Castle Glower creating a new room, Princess Celie takes the challenge! No one knows the Castle better than she does. But as usual, the Castle has ideas of its own . . .

**Description from Amazon: Castle Glower has been acting weird, so it's no surprise when two towers transport Celie and her siblings to an unknown land. When they realize that no one from home is coming to get them, the kids--along with Celie's pet griffin Rufus--set out through the forest to figure out where they are and what's happened to their beloved Castle. Instead, they discover two wizards and an entire lost people, the oldest inhabitants of Castle Glower. And it seems they may know more of the Castle's secrets than Celie. But do they know how to get her back home?

This bestselling series continues with the story of the origin of Castle Glower. Readers who've been enchanted by the Castle's moving walls will be delighted by the Castle's rich and magical history.

**Description from Amazon: Fridays at Castle Glower are about to get interesting! With newborn griffins hatching left and right, new Castle passageways to explore, and an out-of-the-blue wedding to plan, life is as exciting as ever for Celie, Lilah, and Rolf. But when the dangerous, ancient wizard Arkwright escapes from the dungeon, no one can rest until he is found. Celie has an idea of where he may be hiding, but the only way to stop him could be to erase parts of the Castle for good. With danger lurking behind every tapestry and under every trapdoor, can Celie outsmart Arkwright fast enough to save her family and Castle Glower?

**Description from Amazon: There is never a dull moment for Celie and her family in Castle Glower--even when they're not in the Castle itself! After traveling to the seaside kingdom of Lilah's betrothed prince, Lulath, Celie and her companions are busy training griffins, enjoying wedding festivities, and finishing construction of a grand ship built from parts of the Castle. But on their maiden voyage, the Ship steers them far off course into uncharted waters. Celie and Lilah hope that the Ship is taking them to the ancient island where unicorns once roamed, but as the journey grows longer and supplies run low, they are in trouble. Celie, Lilah, and Rolf know they must trust the Ship as they trust the Castle, but what if they never reach land again?

**Description from Amazon: A busy boy and his dog learn to slow down and enjoy life together in this lyrical, rhyming picture book perfect for hurried families everywhere.

FROM THE PUBLISHER: 

Best-selling picture book creator Christopher Silas Neal is diving into the world of original board books with Animal Shapes, a book that humorously mashes up animals and shapes to create a unique and funny object!

**Description from Amazon: Cat is very hungry. But cat food is dry and dull and not at all yummy. So what in the world should Cat eat instead?

FROM SARAH:

I learned so much about early movie-making by reading this delightful tale. Excellent for a historical read-aloud.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:
A feisty girl from a family of ranchers lands a job as a daredevil stunt girl in the early days of silent film in this adventurous and funny cross between Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken and Ramona.

FROM SARAH:

Omu's delicious stew brings everyone in the story together in this award-winning picture book. I enjoy it any time of year, especially on a soup-making kind of day.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Everyone in the neighborhood dreams of a taste of Omu's delicious stew! One by one, they follow their noses toward the scrumptious scent. And one by one, Omu offers a portion of her meal. Soon the pot is empty. Has she been so generous that she has nothing left for herself?

FROM SARAH:

Sally Clarkson's most recent homeschooling book. Sally is beloved here at Read-Aloud Revival!

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

For years, parents worldwide have asked beloved author Sally Clarkson how she and her husband have ignited a love for learning and a deep faith in their children. They want to know how the Clarksons launched their children to live such vibrant, flourishing lives as adults. Awaking Wonder is Sally's answer to those questions.

**Description from Amazon: Two girls struggle with their dark family heritage in this fantasy perfect for fans of Cassandra Clare and Kendare Blake.