We are mid move. And by mid move, I don’t mean we’re sitting in our half empty living room surrounded by boxes, waiting for the movers to come for the final push. No. By mid move I mean that all … Continue reading
Ten Favorite Books About Moving
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I Had a Favorite Dress, by Boni Ashburn
My baby girl turned three this weekend- my darling baby doll, who never questioned the super stylin’ outfits I created for her, which are usually better than my own. But a couple of months ago, that all changed. Her 2T … Continue reading
Frank and Ernest, by Alexandra Day
I’m sorry I slacked off for a bit last week. I left sunny, blue sky, and 82° Hawaii for sunny, blue sky, and 82° Seattle, and apparently the day I left the storms came to HI and haven’t really let … Continue reading
Of Thee I Sing, by Barack Obama
I suppose I had heard somewhere that our president had written a children’s book. Perhaps I’d even seen it on display at the bookstore, but I must have blown it off. Bad call on my part. I found Of Thee … Continue reading
Make Way for Ducklings, by Robert McCloskey
Like most of the country, I spent a good part of late last week watching the news, rapt. The Boston Marathon bombing shocked us all, such violence at an event that represents determination, perseverance, and achievement. On Thursday night, the kids … Continue reading
Cloudette, by Tom Lichtenstein
It’s raining today. I suppose that should signal to me that it’s springtime, the differences in the seasons here are that subtle. I love a good rain. I love the sound of the pounding on the roof, that earthy, musty … Continue reading
How Did That Get In My Lunchbox? by Chris Butterworth
About six months ago, when my five year old was still four, we were deep in the throes of “why-dom.” As any parent knows, there is a period where every single thing you say is met with a simple … Continue reading
The Incredible Book Eating Boy, by Oliver Jeffers
I think it’s fair to assume that if you’re reading this blog, you’re maybe just a little “bookish.” The readerly type, if you will. There wouldn’t be much point of you getting my emails and bothering to read them and … Continue reading
A is for Abigail: An Almanac of Amazing American Women, by Lynne Cheney
I’m a little late to the party, I know. It’s already the end of March and I’m just now getting around to doing a post celebrating women in history. Sometimes I’m on top of things and sometimes I’m not. Anyhow, … Continue reading
The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore, by William Joyce
So there’s apparently a lot of backstory to The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore– that the book was written and then an iPad app created and a short film put out that won an Academy award- ironically all … Continue reading
Minette’s Feast: The Delicious Story of Julia Child and Her Cat, by Susanna Reich
I once was accused of being a francophile, as though I ought to be ashamed of being enamored with all things French- like I shouldn’t admire their style, romance, and sophistication. If the intention was to insult me, it wasn’t … Continue reading
Ten Favorite Alternative Princess Picture Books
First of all, I’d like to say Happy Hinamatsuri, which is Girls’ Day in Japan (and by extension, Hawaii). Every March 3rd, girls are honored and their health and happiness prayed for, and beautiful dolls are displayed to represent emperors … Continue reading
Along a Long Road, by Frank Viva
When I was 7 or 8 months pregnant with my oldest, my husband and I went to Europe for our last chance to travel in relative ease (i.e. without packing car seats, pack and plays, and seriously? All the extra … Continue reading
Hula Lullaby, by Erin Eitter Kono
We live on kind of a sleepy island. For the most part, there’s not much traffic, little wait anywhere, and you really don’t have to go far to find a quiet spot. Today we headed to the beach for a … Continue reading
Sugar Cookies: Sweet Little Lessons on Love, by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
I don’t understand the indignation surrounding Valentine’s Day. Sure Hallmark is laughing all the way to the bank, but the very core of the holiday is sharing love. Why would we miss any occasion to say “I love you”? Doesn’t … Continue reading
This Is Not My Hat, by Jon Klassen
In 2011, Jon Klassen wrote a book called “I Want My Hat Back.” The following year, he put out this gem, “This Is Not My Hat.” They both follow a similar story line (each from the opposite viewpoint), which is … Continue reading
Ten Favorite Winter Books
Aloha from sunny Hawaii! It’s 83° here more or less every day. I’m not rubbing that in, really. But one thing I have to say about living here is that seasons are not obvious- when I’m out walking, nothing gushes “it’s … Continue reading
Henri’s Walk to Paris, by Leonore Klein and Saul Bass
I’m going to start by saying that I kind of want to rip out each page of Henri’s Walk to Paris and frame them all on my wall. The illustrations are by noted graphic designer Saul Bass, who created title sequences … Continue reading
Press Here, by Hervé Tullet
My 2 year old daughter got this book for Christmas (Santa, what marvelous taste you have!) and it has since been delighting not just her, but her 5 year old brother, her father, me, and a number of visitors who … Continue reading
Grandpa Green, by Lane Smith
Before I get into this book (which is so, so beautiful), I first want to thank The Bookshelf Gargoyle for giving me my first blogging award, the Gargie! Thanks Bruce! And I also want to point out that my 4 … Continue reading
Ten Favorite Christmas Books
Every January I pack up the Christmas books along with the ornaments and the stockings, the Nutcracker and the sign that hangs on the door wishing everyone a Merry Christmas. Like most everything we pull out of the box the … Continue reading
Olive, the Other Reindeer, by J. Otto Seibold and Vivian Walsh
We’ve made it a little over a third of the way through our advent calendar, so I figured it was time to include a Christmas story. We’re loving Olive, the Other Reindeer with its bright and modern graphics, its sweet … Continue reading
How to Hide a Lion, by Helen Stephens
I found How to Hide a Lion in Auckland on the last day of our trip. It’s a sweet little tale about a lion who goes out shopping and immediately frightens the townspeople away. He himself is scared so he runs … Continue reading
Ten Favorite Back to School Books
I know I’m a bit late for the party with back to school books (Happy Columbus Day everybody!), but I’ve compiled a list of some great ones. I find Kevin Henkes’ books, in particular, to be both relatable and sweet, … Continue reading
