Tag Archives: Candlewick Press

“Christmas in the Trenches,” by John McCutcheon

Posted on December 8, 2025 by Becky

The Christmas Miracle This story begins in modern England, at the end of Christmas day.  Two grandchildren ask their grandfather what his favorite Christmas was, and he tells them the story of the 1914 Christmas. He recalls that it was … Continue reading →

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“Halloween at the Zoo,” by Smithsonian Institute

Posted on November 4, 2025 by Becky

Fun at the Zoo This book takes a creative look at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo with many of the animals pictured with pumpkins. Digitally added details, which look like they have been drawn on with a marker–such as faces, hats, … Continue reading →

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“Why Did the Chicken Cross the Road?” by Brianna Caplan Sayres

Posted on October 22, 2025 by Becky

A Hard-Boiled Mystery Illustrated by Mark Fearing A Hen Party This entire story is told tongue-in-cheek with all kinds of chicken references.  As Inspector H. Poulet attempts to solve the mystery of why the chicken crossed the road, phrases such … Continue reading →

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“The Big Fort: The Forest School,” by Ruth Symons

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Becky

Sebastian Braun Illustrator Forest Fun This is a great book.  It tells a story, but at the same time it teaches lots of lessons. A group of four animal friends gather in the woods where owl teaches them many things … Continue reading →

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“Where’s the Witch?” by Ingela P. Arrhenius

Posted on October 11, 2025 by Becky

A Stroller Book A Small Package This is a cute book from the line of lift-the-flap books, but smaller so it easily fits in the hands of little ones.  Even though smaller, it still contains all the fun things the … Continue reading →

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“Hurry, Kate, or You’ll be Late,” by Janice N. Harrington

Posted on October 2, 2025 by Becky

Illustrated by Tiffany Rose A Reason to be Late! This is a sweet story about Kate and her daddy, that answers the question of why Kate was late.  To do that, the story tells about all the things Kate and … Continue reading →

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“Oh Dear, Look What I Got!” by Michael Rosen

Posted on September 22, 2025 by Becky

The Wrong Package! This is a fun book about a boy who is attempting to buy one thing, but the store gives him something else entirely. For instance, when he goes to get carrots, he opens the purchase to find … Continue reading →

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“Seven Babies,” by Forest Xiao

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Becky

Surprise! One day, a box with seven babies appears at the door.  So begins a very funny tale that shows what could happen if seven babies came to the door, and you tried to take care of them. They babies … Continue reading →

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“Oops! Rabbit,” by Jo Ham

Posted on March 19, 2024 by WordPress.com Support

No, Rabbit! Come along on the adventures of a mischievous rabbit.  Shown in a variety of situations, he is either causing, or in, trouble.  The author both wrote and illustrated the story.  The rabbit is shown doing some very bad … Continue reading →

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“Is This…Easter?” by Helen Yoon

Posted on March 12, 2024 by WordPress.com Support

The Great Easter Egg Controversy! When five dogs find an egg outdoors, they clash about either eating it, or decorating it for Easter.  As they fight back and forth, a large bear wearing bunny ears steps in.  He takes the … Continue reading →

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