Tag Archives: Children’s Fiction

“Fiona and the Easter Egg Hunt,” by Zondervan, Richard Cowdrey Illustrator

A Fiona the Hippo Book The Missing Egg! Join Fiona, a friendly little hippo, who likes to wear bunny ears, and wants to do something special. She decides to hold an Easter egg hunt for her animal friends. Right before … Continue reading

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“Oops! Rabbit,” by Jo Ham

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

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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“Mercy Watson is Missing,” by Kate DiCamillo

Illustrated by Chris Van Dusen But This Little Piggy Went Wee, Wee, Wee! Mercy, the favorite pig and family member of Mr. and Mrs. Watson, is missing, and they are beside themselves with worry.  The longer she is gone, the … Continue reading

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“Ten in the Bed” by Penny Dale

Roll Over! This is a new version of a classic nursery rhyme.  In this edition, ten very different animal friends join a little boy in his bed.  In this one, the little one in the bed does tell them all … Continue reading

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“Peekaboo Pumpkin,” By Camilla Reid

Something is Looking at You! This cute board book has something to do on every page, including the cover–the eyes can be moved back and forth.  There are many slides to move.  Plus, the  pull-outs reveal something that is hiding, … Continue reading

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“Betty and the Mysterious Visitor” by Anne Twist

The Unwelcome Guest! Illustrated by Emily Sutton What is destroying grandmother’s garden?  One morning as Betty and grandmother are leaving, they see that a lot of Acorn Hollows, the garden, has been dug up during the night. Her grandmother grows … Continue reading

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“Dakota Crumb and the Secret Bookshop: A Tiny Treasure Hunt” by Jamie Michalak

Treasure Hunt Mystery! Illustrated by Kelly Murphy Dakota Crumb is good at finding things.  Her cousin in Paris has contacted her, begging her to come there and find a rare book.  As soon as she arrives, she quickly starts following … Continue reading

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“Have You Seen My Invisible Dinosaur?” Written & Illustrated by Helen Yoon

Where O Where has My Dinosaur Gone? Come join a little girl’s search for her favorite playmate, her invisible dinosaur.  He has been missing ever since she gave him a bath.  She tries making him his favorite snack, and putting … Continue reading

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“Where are Your Shoes, Mr. Brown?” by Justin Rhodes

  Illustrated by Heather Dickinson Making Memories Every Day! Mr. Brown is a little boy who can’t keep track of his shoes. He and his family search many places, but do not find them. His sister loans him her boots, … Continue reading

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