We have a gift certificate on the way from Chapters for $100, and I've been trying to contain my excitement about buying up a big pile of children's books for Sara. This kind of shopping opportunity requires some research and planning, and although we already have a good selection of books, I've had no trouble compiling a list! I just haven't added up the cost... (and yes, I realize these links are to Amazon... I just like their site.)
1. Alligator Pie by Dennis Lee. This is a Canadian essential kids' book!
2. Picture This by Alison Jay. With vibrant folk-art inspired paintings and a simple large-type word format, this picture book makes an ideal first-word book. Each turn of the page reveals a new perspective on what has come before and gives a hint of what's to come.
3. Who Lives Here? by Tanya Roitman. Vertically stepped pages create the architecture of the tall, tall house, and die cuts hide and reveal each of the animals in this gentle story about friendship and learning to share. Rich, traditional folk art accompanies this retelling loosely drawn from a Russian folktale the author enjoyed as a child.
4. Count the Birdies by Matthew Porter. Based on Japanese woodcuts, this beautifully designed and crafted board book that not only helps children learn to count, but to recognize colors as well.
5. The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle. The author of "The Hungry Caterpillar"'s eloquent text and brilliant collages turn the simple life cycle of a plant into an exciting story, a nature lesson, and an inspiring message of the importance of perseverance.
6. Counting Kisses by Karen Katz. We have her 'Daddy Kisses' book and love her style!
7. The Wheels on the Bus by Paul O. Zelinsky. This is Sara's favourite song and the book is beautifully illustrated.
8. Petit Connoisseur: Art by Karen Salmansohn. A good way to introduce little ones early on to the beautiful and amazing world of art.
9. The Balloon Tree by Phoebe Gilman. Another Canadian classic for little girls with big imaginations.
10. Russell the Sheep by Rob Scotton. It's about sheep with an illustration style I love. What other reasons do I need?
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Another beautiful book I read last xmas is "The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane" by Kate Dicamillo. Such a beautiful story (not for v' young babies to handle but a lovely book for the shelf and I would read it to my baby anyway). Have your hanky nearby...
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