Let’s Pretend by Eric Jacobson is the first picture book I have seen that would appeal to youngsters between the ages of two and seven – a wide but realistic target market. The secret lies in an intriguing illustration on every page. The youngest children...

The Dog Who Had a Party by I-J Letters is a fun picture book for young children. Dog woke up one day feeling even more excited than usual, and he could not imagine why. Suddenly Dog remembered that it was his birthday. Whilst playing in...

Henrietta Hedgehog’s Prickly Problem by Carole P. Roman shares a beautiful story about self-acceptance. Henrietta is a charming hedgehog who is unhappy with her spiky quills and feels they keep her fellow critters from becoming close friends. While at school, some of the animals tease...

Willy the Wiggle Worm is Still Wiggling by Hailee Oman is a funny children's picture book about Willy the wiggling worm. This is the second installment in this book series. Willy is still wiggling and decides to try new solutions to fix his problem. His...

A coordinated attack on Olympus catches every dog off-guard. Buddy goes to find his brother Loki, a Hungarian Vizsla and the designated officer on duty. Loki had been trying to catch a messenger squirrel for intel but he rushes back too late to stop the...

Willy the Wiggle Worm Can't Stop Wiggling written by Hailee Oman and illustrated by Jaylie Jae, as the title suggests, is about Willy, a worm who wants to stop wiggling. Willy wiggles all day and night, but he is tired of this and wishes to...

Cosette has just received a new puppy; she is very excited and tells her mom she will take good care of Oreo. She quickly falls in love with Oreo and takes special care of him and his needs. However, things were not as they should...

My Sister Wants an Elephant by Lynne Podrat sees Randy, an eleven-year-old boy, wishing for a llama. His sister, Jerica, asks their mother for an elephant. The children press their mother for their chosen pets, practicing their pouts, and they receive them. Even though the...

The Wonderful Animals of the Boise River: A Companion to the Book Into Justin's World by Heather Lyn Davis teaches about the wonderful animals that live in the Boise River. Not only does it have beautifully drawn images for children to learn from, but they...

Santa’s Fuzzy Little Visit: The Everyday Adventures of Papa & Paws by Mama Paws with illustrations by Papa Paws is a delightful read, sharing the joy and magic of the holiday season. Molly Paws and the adorable puppies in her family are anxiously awaiting the...