today’s children storybook summary is
Dog Breath: The Horrible Trouble with Hally Tosis
By Dav Pilkey
Theme: This is a story of redemption, acceptance, and finding the bright side in a difficult situation
Plot: The Tosis family wants to get rid of their dog, Hally, because it has bad breath.
Talking points: Acceptance. Are we judging others based on who we are? Are we accepting others as who they are? Continue reading Dog Breath: The Horrible Trouble with Hally Tosis
today’s children storybook summary is
Meg and Mog
By Helen Nicoll
Illustration by Jan Pienkowski
today’s children storybook summary is
Who Wants To Be A Princess?
By Jesse Harwood
Illustrated by Tim Patton
Theme: Being judgmental, making assumptions.
Plot: Father tries to convince daughter that a princess is just an ordinary person with privileges and duties as well.
Moral: There is more to a story then just your perspective. Continue reading Who Wants To Be A Princess by Jesse Harwood
today’s children storybook summary is
Something Smells
By Blake Liliane Hellman
Illustrated by Steven Henry
The takeaway: When something doesn’t feel right we are always quick to blame others. Instead, we should take a hard look at ourselves because often time we are the ones causing the problem. And, sometimes, just by changing a little detail we make it right again. Continue reading Something Smells by Blake Liliane Hellman
today’s children storybook summary is
Auntie Loves You
By Helen Foster James
Illustrated by Petra Brown
The takeaway: Rather than being a story with a point, this book is a keepsake: and auntie gift for her niece or nephew. Continue reading Auntie Loves You by Helen Foster James
today’s children storybook summary is
Migrant
By Maxine Trottier
Illustrated by Isabelle Arsenault
The takeaway : This is a very sweet story about a migrant family of Mennonites from Mexico and their live on the road, told through the eyes of a young girl. Continue reading Migrant by Maxine Trottier
today’s children storybook summary is
Samurai Scarecrow, A Very Ninja Halloween
By Rubin Pingk
The takeaway: If you don’t treat someone with kindness, you may get “tricked” by them (or don’t be mean to your baby sister!) – A perfect example of the Halloween trick or treat, applied to human behavior – Continue reading Samurai Scarecrow, A Very Ninja Halloween by Rubin Pingk
today’s children storybook summary is
The Funeral
By Matt James
The takeaway: Through the eyes of a child, a funeral is not an ordinary day. There are many unfamiliar places, people behavior is sober, and the whole day has an unexplained solemnity to it. But the best part of the day is when you get together with your family, thus make it comfortable and welcoming. Continue reading The Funeral by Matt James
today’s children storybook summary is
Elmore
By Holly Hobbie
The takeaway: Make yourself known before asking for understanding and friendship from others. Show them that the rough side of you is nothing else then a shield for your protection. And they have nothing to fear. Continue reading Elmore by Holly Hobbie
today’s children storybook summary is
Albert’s Tree
By Jenni Desmond
The takeaway: There are no big hairy monsters under the bed, or in the closet, or up high and down below…just creatures you haven’t meet yet, and things you are still to find out about. That’s all there is! And once you realize what made you afraid, you’ll see you had the wrong idea altogether. This is a book about being scared of (nonexistent) monsters. Continue reading Albert’s Tree by Jenni Desmond
today’s children storybook summary is
Whiffy Wilson, the wolf who wouldn’t go to bed
By Caryl Hart
Illustration by Leonie Lord
The takeaway: Here is how to make bedtime more attractive for children that don’t want to go to sleep. This book is as much for grown ups as it is for kids. Continue reading Whiffy Wilson, the wolf who wouldn’t go to bed by Caryl Hart
today’s children storybook summary is
Little Penguin’s Tale
By Audrey Wood
The takeaway
This storybook, about a runaway penguin, encourages children to stay together as a group, showing what could happen if one decides to take off on their own. Continue reading Little Penguin’s Tale by Audrey Wood
today’s children storybook summary is
I Am Peace
By Susan Verde
Art by Peter H. Reynolds
The takeaway
Mindfulness exercises can help children manage their feeling, relax and get rid of anxiety. Continue reading I am Peace by Susan Verde
today’s children storybook summary is
Stephen and the Beetle
By Jorge Lujan
Illustration by Chiara Carrer
The takeaway
Life is made up of small things, grace is universal, and empathy is better learned through play and observation. Continue reading Stephen and the Beetle by Jorge Lujan
today’s children storybook summary is
Crabtree
By Jon & Tucker Nichols
The takeaway
Everybody needs to put a little order in their homes; even adults need help to get organized. Because when you have a lot of stuff, you risk losing your most important things. Take Alfred Crabtree for example…. He lost his smile… well, it wasn’t an actual smile but very similar. Continue reading Crabtree by Jon & Tucker Nichols
today’s children storybook summary is
Umbrella
By Taro Yashima
The Takeaway
Patience is the key word for this book. Children learn to hold on their impulses. They are taught that there is a right time for everything. Continue reading Umbrella by Taro Yashima
today’s children storybook summary is
Barnaby Never Forgets
By Pierre Collet-Derby
Storyline: Barnaby is a school age rabbit (yes, rabbits go to school too) that has a problem: he is, sometimes, forgetful. But who isn’t, you’d say and you’d be right. Barnaby, for example, forgot where he put his glasses (yes, yes, rabbits can wear glasses too, can’t they?). Continue reading Barnaby Never Forgets by Pierre Collet-Derby
today’s children storybook summary is
Paddington
By Michael Bond
Illustration by R.W. Alley
Storyline: Judy was just about to arrive in town and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Brown were waiting for her on the Paddington railway station. Continue reading Paddington by Michael Bond
today’s children storybook summary is
Rescued by Love
By Lindsay Jouet
Storyline: What do you do when your dog is home alone? You can try a toy, a bone, a sleeping pill (just kidding), your old shoes, the kennel, or anything else that may come to your mind. But if nothing works, then turn to this book. It says that if your dog gets lonely then it’s time to find him a friend. Continue reading Rescued by Love by Lindsay Jouet
today’s children storybook summary is
Welcome to Kindergarten
By Ann Rockwell
Storyline: A little boy named Tim receives an invitation to meet his kindergartner teacher on Thursday at 3 o’clock, at the school on Sunrise Street. As he explores the building and meets new friends, he shares his experiences with the reader. Continue reading Welcome to Kindergarten by Anne Rockwell
today’s children storybook is
Archie the Daredevil Penguin
by Andy Rash
Storyline: Archie is a penguin known by his brave approach to challenges. He has won many competition and impresses his friends many times. His nickname is the Daredevil. But he has one secret: he cannot swim because he is afraid of the briny deep and the creatures that lurk there.