Tag Archives: Candlewick Books

“The Winter of the Dollhouse,” by Laura Amy Schlitz

And They All Lived Happily Ever After! If you’ve ever felt like an outsider looking in, this story is for you. Tiph is a girl who is obsessed with the miniature world of dollhouses, and the dolls in them. Her … Continue reading

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“Santa’s Wobbly Bottom,” by Kit Frost

Lots of Holly Jolly Fun! This is an adorable, interactive board book featuring Santa himself—along with his wobbly bottom.  Each pair of pages has something to do.  The elf is dancing, a reindeer is flying, and the snowman’s belly jiggles, … Continue reading

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“Bear and the Three Goldilocks,” by Patrick Horne

Dan Yaccarino Illustrator A Different Way to Look at It! When the three Goldilocks, Mr. Goldilock, Mrs. Goldilock, and Goldie Goldilock, go camping they are not prepared for bears.  When they decide to go for a walk, a bear comes … Continue reading

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“Summer is Here: A Bear and Mole Story,” by Will Hillenbrand

Take Me Out to the Ball Game! Mole wants to play baseball despite Ump saying he would never hit the ball.  Bear kept saying Mole could do it. After missing several times, Ump gives Mole a suggestion, and suddenly everything … Continue reading

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“Maker Girl and Professor Smarts,” by Jasmine Florentine

The Ice Cream Solution Chuy and Yaya live in a world after a comet has struck the earth, and many people gained super powers.  They did not get any, but Yaya is determined to use their natural talents as super … Continue reading

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“Dawn Patrol,” by Rob Sayegh Jr.

A Daughter and her Dad Every morning, just as the sun starts to rise, a little girl and her dad get up so they have time to enjoy something together they love, surfing as the sun comes up.  The dad … Continue reading

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“Casey’s Cases: The Mysterious New Girl,” by Kay Healy

On the Job! Casey is a quirky fifth-grader who loves to solve mysteries such as the missing hair band or the wrapped presents.  Casey often stumbles into new cases in everyday life–such as the time when a new girl, Jan, … Continue reading

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“Sky and Ty Dinomite!,” by Steve Breen

Go West for Fun! Sky and Ty, a little girl, along with a big dinosaur, run a delivery service in the West.  They have all kinds of adventures, while meeting a variety of friends including a gold prospector, and a … Continue reading

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“The Riding Lesson,” by Jennifer K. Mann

Riding a Horse! Frances loves horses, but has never ridden one. Today, she will. Her friend, Mae, who has horses, has invited her over. But Frances isn’t prepared for what it is like when dreams of horses clash with reality. … Continue reading

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“Hazel the Handful,” by Jamie Michalak

The New Baby For a long time, Hazel, the dog, has been number one in her family’s life, especially with her girl, Bea. When a new baby arrives, Hazel feels replaced, and unloved.  The baby gets all the attention, while … Continue reading

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