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Hopper and Wilson
(Philomel Books, $16.99; ages 3-7) by Maria van Lieshout. Hopper, a blue elephant, and Wilson, a little mouse, look out at the sea and wonder what it’s like at the end of the world. After pontificating that there must be lots of lemonade and perhaps a staircase to the moon, they hop in a boat made of newspaper, say goodbye to their cactus, and set off to find out. This summer, join Hopper and Wilson on a journey to the end of the world as they enjoy each other’s friendship and lots of lemonade!
A Place to Call Home
(Candlewick Press, $16.99; ages 3-7) by Alexis Deacon. When seven little critters outgrow their home in the junkyard, they have to venture out into the world. As they work their way out from their old home, they discover more and more, including a puddle that seems like the “sea.” Have fun journeying along with the critters as they explore the world and learn that what they discover isn’t always what is seems at first “sight.” Delightful!
My Side of the Car
(Candlewick Press, $16.99; ages 4-8) by Kate Feiffer. Sadie and her dad have a trip to the zoo planned, but things keep getting in the way. Today, as they start off on their way to the zoo, Dad asks Sadie, “Is it raining on your side of the car?” She doesn’t think that it is, so they keep on going toward the zoo. Her dad’s side of the car is positively soaked with rain, but Sadie is convinced her side will stay dry. Will the weather cooperate so Sadie can finally have her day at the zoo? Join Sadie and her dad for a fabulous adventure and find out!
Not Inside This House
(Orchard Books, $16.99; ages 4-8) by Kevin Lewis. When Livingstone Columbus Magellan Crouse goes exploring, watch out! As Livingstone explores, he keeps bringing home bigger and bigger animals. He starts with bugs and keeps on exploring until he finally brings home a whale! What is his mom to do? Find out in this rollicking, rhyming tale that is full of adventure and bright, bold illustrations. A fabulous travel tale!
A Good Knight’s Rest
(Dutton Children’s Books, $16.99; ages 4-8) by Shelley Moore Thomas. The king tells the Good Knight he needs a vacation after a very long day of saving princesses. The Good Knight tries to rest, but his friends, the little dragons, keep interrupting. They want to play and run, but all the Good Knight wants to do is relax. Finally, after helping the dragons play, swim, and vacation, the Good Knight has enough. He tells the dragons he needs a break. The dragons help him relax and take him home to their cave to rest. He gets a vacation from his vacation! Charming!
A Million Miles From Boston
(Wendy Lamb Books, $15.99; ages 8-12) by Karen Day. Now that school is out, Lucy is excited to be heading up to Pierson Point in Maine at the family’s summer cottage. When a new family comes to Pierson Point, will everything change? And, what about Julia, Lucy’s father’s girlfriend? How can Lucy’s father bring Julia up to Pierson Point where Lucy’s memories of her mother, who died when she was six, are the strongest? Lucy is sure summer will be no good with all these changes. Then Lucy starts a summer camp for the little ones and is surprised when the new boy, Ian, helps out. Unexpected friends and twists and turns throughout the summer make Lucy’s summer journey a memorable one.
Jennifer Galvin is never far from her children, a paintbrush, or a good book. Find her on the Web at www.jennifergalvin.com.
