Category: Books
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Razzle – Dazzle Ruby by Masha D’yans
The girls are just delighted with this first pop-up book from amazing new talent, Masha D’yans, whom we met at Books of Wonder! They read/play with this book all the time and particularly like the last page where Ruby becomes like one of those paper dolls – you have to see it to get…
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Bedtime Story, Book Lightbox – By Taylor Grant
I am just completely fascinated with this original and exquisite lighted storybook by multi-talented artist, Taylor Grant. This hand crafted children’s book doubles as a night light. The box magnets open and close and includes a light that turns on when you tap it. Interchangeable story scrolls are inserted, making it like a mechanical…
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The Wheels on the Bus, Knick-Knack Paddy Whack, Rapunzel by Paul. O. Zelinksy
We caught up with Paul Zelinsky at Books of Wonder at a reading the other day and i just had to do this review as my girls are mad about his two pop-up/moving parts books, The Wheels on the Bus, and Knick-Knack Paddywhack (which was a NY Times Best Illustrated Book and…
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Nathalie L’Été – Art, Toys, Ceramics, Books…
Postcards How do you begin to describe an artist like Nathalie L’Été?! (her surname means “The Summer” in French). I am just blown away by how prolific she is and how varied, interesting and beautiful her work is. She hails from Paris, and mixes different techniques and mediums: illustration, ceramics, textile and painting. Her inspirations are her…
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Pilgrimage by Annie Leibovitz
Niagara Falls I am enamored of and deeply moved by this book that I just bought by Annie Leibovitz. I was newly reminded of it by Amy at Sweet Sweet Life blog (thanks for that). Unfortunately, I missed the recent exhibit of the original photos at the Pace Gallery, a stone’s throw from my house…
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My Rhinoceros by Jon Agee
We recently caught up with Jon Agee at Books of Wonder (our favorite book shop) and were introduced to his new book, My Rhinoceros. The girls are delighted by this funny and imaginative book about a boy and his pet rhinoceros who has undiscovered and seemingly indispensable talents. (In fact, Oona is reciting…
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The Odyssey: A Pop-Up Book by Sam Ita
Now for something different! We just love this phenomenal new pop-up book retelling Homer’s classic epic by the talented Sam Ita. The Odyssey is a read for kids a bit older but my girls are enthralled by the pop-ups for the moment. Ita’s previous pop-up books are: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea; Moby-Dick; and Frankenstein. His amazing illustrations and…
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Over the River and Through the Wood – interview with Matt Tavares
Well, here is our book pick for Thanksgiving and what a perfect book! The beloved and classic Thanksgiving poem by Lydia Maria Child (1802–1880), Over The River and Through the Wood, illustrated by Matt Tavares. We are touched by the beautiful and detailed illustrations and the loving attention to each inch of the book. This…
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Grandpa Green by Lane Smith
My daughter and I are completely captivated by Lane Smith’s latest book, Grandpa Green. From the creator of the national bestseller, It’s a Book comes a timeless story of family history, legacy, and love. It’s the story of Grandpa Green and how he shares his life and passes down his memories to his great grandson through the magical…