Cat Sees Snow

 Cat Sees Snow

This book is a great one to support introduction or reinforcement of the -ow word family. I love that the author or publisher includes a guide at the beginning with the focus word family, sight words, and some “bonus” words. Here in Pennsylvania, we have seen a few snow flurries already so on top of everything else, this is a very timely title!

Title: Cat Sees Snow

Author: Laura Gehl

ISBN: 978-1-6659-2039-1

Published 2023 by Simon Spotlight

This copy was borrowed from the public library for review purposes.

Critter Cam: Kitty Cam

Critter Cam: Kitty Cam

In Kitty Cam, readers will love following along with Kitty through the day. Repetition of key words will help with both phonics and sight word reinforcement. 

Title: Critter Cam: Kitty Cam

Author: Margie Palatini

ISBN: 978-1-6659-2731-4

Published 2023 by Simon Spotlight

This copy was borrowed from the public library for review purposes.

Best Buddies: A Pie for Us

 Best Buddies: A Pie for Us

This book is a winning combination for early readers with opposites and fun characters. There is even a how to draw included for how to draw Scratch (the cat). As it is, I’m currently teaching a 4th Grade STEM class and the character for the Scratch (MIT based kid’s coding program) is…a cat!

Title: Best Buddies: A Pie for Us!

Author: Vicky Fang

ISBN: 978-1-338-86558-5

Published 2023 by Acorn

This copy was borrowed from the public library for review purposes.

Cat vs/ Vac

 Cat vs/ Vac

First of all, Kaz Windness - GREAT name. 

Second - GREAT book! This early reader incorporates short and long vowels in such a way that young readers won’t even realize they’re sounding out those words and following along so easily. The development of the storyline of the pets taking on the vaccuum is entertaining and the entry of a Roomba at the end could lead to a next book with these characters. The independent exploration of the pets in an apartment home has me connecting this book for lovers of “The Secret Life of Pets.”

Title: Cat vs/ Vac

Author: Kaz Windness

ISBN: 978-1-6659-3718-4

Published 2023 by Simon Spotlight

This copy was borrowed from the public library for review purposes.

Henry, Like Always

 Henry, Like Always

Mika Song’s illustrations give Henry and his classmates characteristics that make them unique. Samuel who seems like a student who needs movement and needs to express himself shines in the parade illustration where he gets to showcase himself and Henry finds his own place that is just right, even though a parade does not belong on Friday. Students will relate and empathize to Henry’s need for some consistency and develop a deeper understanding of classmates on the autism spectrum. 

Title: Henry, Like Always

Author: Jenn Bailey

ISBN: 978-1-7972-1389-7

Published 2023 by Chronicle Books

This copy was borrowed from the public library for review purposes.

Sejal Sinha Battles Superstorms

 Sejal Sinha Battles Superstorms

I love how Maya Prasad weaves Diwali traditions, science, and imagination together for a magical trip in a cardboard box where readers will learn as they turn each page to see if Sejal, Professor Cheetah, and her cousin Mira make it through the storm and help to limit damage to their relatives and home as well. Next up for me is Sejal Sinha Swims with Sea Dragons!

Title: Sejal Sinha Battles Superstorms

Author: Maya Prasad

ISBN: 978-1-6659-1178-8

Published 2023 by Aladdin

This copy was borrowed from the public library for review purposes.

Chicken Karaoke

 Chicken Karaoke

Chicken Karaoke has a fun rhyming pattern with a storyline where kids will “crack” up as they watch Duck hold that high note for way too long. As is often the case, the youngest of the bunch sees the solution. My favorite is the illustration by Aaron Spurgeon of Rooster “fixing” the karaoke machine. 

Title: Chicken Karaoke

Author: Heidi E.Y. Stemple

ISBN: 978-1-6659-1390-4

Published 2023 by Simon Spotlight

This copy was borrowed from the public library for review purposes.