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niftynook · 3 years

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The Frog at the Window

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an e-arc of this book. My opinions are my own.

The Frog at the Window is a lovely Christmas tale inspired by a real life photo, about what our wild animal friends might be up to while we're away visiting family for the holidays!

Fun and imaginative, The Frog at the Window immediately captured my heart with its lively and colorful illustrations. The prose has a wonderful beat which accompanies its story as every woodland creature you can think of takes over the family home, just in time for a ruckus Christmas party!

While simple in its plot, this children's book is full of heart and fun. I highly recommend it to every family who enjoys a good holiday nighttime story.

#booklr #book review #childrens books #christmas

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niftynook · 3 years

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An Emotional Menagerie

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an e-arc of this book. My opinions are my own.

An Emotional Menagerie is a children's book that presents emotions which can often be overwhelming to our kiddos in a way that is accessible, fun, and rewarding for anyone who is reading!

I expected this book to be a simple introduction to basic feelings (IE happy/sad etc.), and I got that and SO much more. Not only are these emotions presented alphabetically and in a relatable way, using fun animal imagery, every emotion is discussed in a manner to ensure understanding . Probably most surprising, a technique for how to handle each emotion constructively is given.

The pages are richly colored and fun to look at (who doesn't love a vibrant whale representation of loneliness or cute playful monkeys representing the line between being naughty or nice?!) Even as a 31 year old woman I found great enjoyment at each page turn, and am planning on purchasing this book for a few of my close friends.

Highly recommended, An Emotional Menagerie is a lively and quick witted presentation of emotional concepts in a prose that is upbeat. The ability of the author to teach on multiple levels (alphabet, emotional recognition, vocabulary etc.) in such a fun and accessible way makes this an easy buy, and will ensure that this book becomes a quick favorite for all in the family.

#booklr #book review #childrens books #emotions

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niftynook · 5 years

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