Picture Book Palooza
Movies are bringing attention to favorite picture books; the tie-ins to Where the Wild Things Are (opening tomorrow) and Cloudy with a Chance of Meat Balls (in theaters now) are both on the NYT bestseller lists, but don’t forget to check the originals; you probably need fresh copies.
At #1 on the NYT Picture Book list after two weeks:
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On the USA Today list, however, the original is at #9.
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At #8 on the NYT Children’s Paperback list, after 4 weeks:
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On the USA Today list, the original is at #68 after 8 weeks.
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So, listen up, Hollywood, below are some of my favorites among the new picture book titles:
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Silliness abounds as the Ambassador of Children’s Literature and master of the fractured fairytale takes on Mother Goose.
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An alien robot arrives to conquer earth, does battle and creates havoc on a domestic scene.
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I’ve mentioned this one before and it hits the NYT picture book bestseller list at #3 this week. This lovely compilation is perfect for families to share.
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This is a delightfully surprising collection of animals that one wouldn’t suspect were dangerous. Jenkin’s signature cut-paper collage creatures will engage children for storytime.
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Why do dogs wag their tails? The sweet, simple text and minimalist drawings captured my heart.
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You don’t need me to let you know but just in case. There’s a New Fancy Nancy!
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Owen and Mzee created a whole new category of “Reality Picture Books.” Below are some of my favorite new titles in the category.
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A dolphin that gets a prosthetic tail.
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A marine saves an abandoned and abused Iraqi dog. A librarians’ favorite from BEA.
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Tarra, former circus performer has retired to an elephant sanctuary where she resides with her faithful canine companion. The best in cross-species friendship books.
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And now for something completely different…
Cookbooks for kids really move in my library. If you are looking for something for a reluctant reader, they can be a big hit.
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This exquisitely designed Italian cookbook for kids takes a sensible approach, with real fresh food and easy-to-follow recipes
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Just in time to replace those ratty old copies or those twenty copies showing on the catalog that don’t really exist, the fiftieth anniversary edition of a picture book classic.