Books

**Description from Amazon: The Caldecott Honor-winning classic by bestselling picture-book creator David Shannon!When David Shannon was five years old, he wrote and illustrated his first book. On every page were these words: NO, DAVID! . . . and a picture of David doing things he was not supposed to do. Now David is all grown...

FROM SARAH:

A graphic novel-style picture book about Johann Gutenberg's invention of the printing press at the end of the Middle Ages. This one also has a well-done audiobook version that is only 17 minutes and perfect for a car ride.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

In graphic novel format, tells the story of Johann Gutenberg and the invention of the printing press.

FROM SARAH:

The inspiring and heartwarming story of Norvia, an Ojibwe girl making her way through upheaval in her family life. A book full of sweet sibling relationships, soda shops, and literary references that will make you smile. I loved it. (Pssst... this book was written by an RAR Premium member!)

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Despite a move, family upheaval, and the looming threat of world war, Norvia and her siblings—all five of them—are determined to make 1914 their best year ever. Norvia is certain that her future depends upon it... and upon her discretion. But how can she have the best year ever if she has to hide who she truly is?

**Description from Amazon: "Read to me!" is a popular request parents hear from their children. How better to fulfill this wish than to read a Bible storybook written and illustrated just for kids? The award-winning Read Aloud Bible Stories series has delighted children, parents, and teachers for decades. Written by Ella K...

FROM SARAH:

A longer picture book with thick, brushy illustrations that tells Squanto's story of the first Thanksgiving.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

In 1620 an English ship called the Mayflower landed on the shores inhabited by the Pokanoket, and it was Squanto who welcomed the newcomers and taught them how to survive. When a good harvest was gathered, the people feasted together--a tradition that continues almost four hundred years later.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Life in Amira's peaceful Sudanese village is shattered when Janjaweed attackers arrive, unleashing unspeakable horrors. After losing nearly everything, Amira needs to find the strength to make the long journey on foot to safety at a refugee camp. She begins to lose hope, until the gift of a simple red pencil opens her mind -- and all kinds of possibilities.

FROM SARAH:

Tomie dePaola, what else need I say? :) This book is a delight, start to finish.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Missing ingredients and mischievous pets create one humorous complication after another for a little old lady determined to make pancakes for breakfast in this larger-sized, color-enhanced edition of Tomie dePaola's wordless picture book classic.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Two, four, six. Look at all the bricks!Grab a hard hat and all your tools, and get ready for a construction adventure in counting! This clever, rhyming picture book leads readers through a day in the life of a construction crew building with bricks.

From the Publisher:

First published in 1944 and now a spiritual classic for Catholics across the globe, The Reed of God contains meditations on the humanity of Mary, Mother of God. British Catholic writer and artist Caryll Houselander lovingly explores Mary’s intimately human side, depicting Our Lady as a musical instrument who makes divine love known to the world. This refreshed edition is rich and rewarding reading for all Christians who wonder what Mary was really like.

FROM SARAH:

For those who can't get enough of Anne (I mean, is that even possible?!), join her whimsical, bustling family on their glorious adventure simple, sweet childhood brings. Pure delight.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Anne Shirley is all grown up and happily married to Gilbert, with six lively children. Just like their mother, they love playing among the sun-dappled trees around their home.

**Description from Amazon: The reissue of a classic first storybook to celebrate Helen Oxenbury's work.Mum is too tired to cook so Dad offers to take the family out for supper. But the youngest person present can't sit still and has to go to the toilet at the wrong time. Then someone falls over him when he decides to hide und...

FROM SARAH:

Jim Weiss is a favorite audiobook narrator around here, and this collection of Christmas favorites is not-to-miss!

FROM THE PUBLISHER: 

Renowned voice actor Jim Weiss presents Dickens' beloved story of miserly Scrooge, ghostly visitors, and human compassion. The O. Henry and Bret Harte masterpieces also included here will make holiday literature year-round favorites on this masterful recording.Includes three stories: "A Christmas Carol," "The Gift of the Magi," and "Dick Spindler's Family Christmas."

**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!