I WORKED HARD ON THAT! is a delightful story that young children will love!
As a spider, Kiara has always made webs to catch food, but one day, she discovers a web so beautiful that she’s inspired to spin a masterpiece of her own. So, Kiara starts creating, but even though she works hard on her webs, they are carelessly destroyed by others. How frustrating!
It’s not until Kiara meets Orb, a spider who eats every web he weaves, that she gains a fresh perspective: the artistic process isn’t about the destination but the journey and the friends you make along the way.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Robyn Wall lives in Nashville with her husband and two daughters. She is the author of the My Cool Family board book series and the picture book I Worked Hard on That!. Learn more about her work at RobynJWall.com.
ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATOR
A. N. Kang started her career designing giftware, greeting cards, and holiday installations all over New York City. In 2016, She debuted as an author and illustrator with the picture book The Very Fluffy Kitty, Papillon. Since then, she has been working as a children’s book author and illustrator. Her books include My Big Bad Monster, Celebrate You! by Sherry Duskey Rinker, Squirrel’s Family Tree by Beth Ferry, and I Worked Hard on That! by Robyn Wall. You can see more of her work online at AnnaKangDesign.com.
WHAT CAN A MESS MAKE? By Bee Johnson (Henry Holt and Co. (BYR), On Sale 08/20/24, Ages 4-8): Our main characters really throw themselves into play and imagination, and their messes show readers that creativity is almost never linear or perfect. Sometimes, the best way to show joy is to make a mess.
I love how this book teaches that art doesn’t have to be perfect and that it truly is more about the process and creativity!
WE DON’T EAT OUR NEIGHBORS by Daniel J. Mahoney (Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR), On Sale 8/6/24, Ages 4-7): In this laugh-out-loud picture book perfect for fans of Lyle the Crocodile and Dragons Love Tacos, an alligator family runs into trouble when their son can’t seem to curb his appetite for their new human neighbors. This is such a fun book to read! Parents and children will love laughing through this story!
Take a culinary trip around the world without leaving home. A Taste of the World invites the whole family to explore new flavors and cultures through 60+ recipes tailored for cooking enthusiasts of all ages. This children’s cookbookis a carefully curated collection of recipes celebrating global cuisine and designed to be made by families with kids of all ages. Each recipe is a full meal and includes step-by-step instructions so parents can safely have their kids join in the fun while learning about other cultures through their traditional foods. The cookbook includes 64 kid-friendly recipes ranging from Pork Katsu from Japan and Vegetable Korma from India to Lamb Kebabs from Morocco and Black Bean Enchiladas from Mexico with short selections of facts from 20 different countries as well as adorable in-color illustrations of their landmarks. Each recipe includes full-color photographs of each finished dish and the steps along the way. More information: https://eat2explore.com/products/eat2explore-cookbook?_pos=1&_sid=9367ddb28&_ss=r.
Snoopy’s Guide to the Great Outdoors:
Hike, Camp, and Enjoy Nature with the Peanuts Gang
Available now!
Join Snoopy, Woodstock, Charlie Brown, and the rest of the Peanuts gang for an exciting, fun-filled journey into the wilderness with Snoopy’s Guide to the Great Outdoors.
Calling all Beagle Scouts, from Tenderpaws to Pros! Guided by everyone’s favorite beagle troop leader, collect Beagle Scout Badges as you learn respectful wilderness practices and master outdoor skills, from how to build a campfire and pitch a proper tent to water safety and how to leave no trace.
Infused with Snoopy and the Peanuts gang’s wholesome, honest humor, this guide to outdoor adventures features:
- Beloved Peanuts characters like Peppermint Patty, Marcie, Pigpen, and Lucy, spotlighted in personality-specific sidebars, including Sally’s Who Cares about Camping?!, Franklin’s Camping for the Curious-Minded, and A Lesson from Linus
- Helpful tips and tricks to make any jaunt into the wild a memorable and fun experience for the whole family, from game and activity ideas to sing-a-longs and how to make the best camp treats (including s’mores!)
- Writing prompts and space to record your favorite star-gazing moments and hiking trails, the best wildlife and natural wonders you saw, your yummiest camp meals, and more!
- Campground and nature-approved, the guide features a water- and dirt-resistant coating on the cover designed to withstand the elements and compact size perfect for any sack or pack
In addition, readers can collect Beagle Scout Badges (eight total) at the end of every chapter of this wilderness guide. Each badge relates to an important outdoor lesson that is learned within each chapter, from camp cooking and how to build a campfire or pitch a tent, to safety smarts and respecting plant and animal life while adventuring in nature.
Snoopy’s Guide to the Great Outdoors is the perfect gift for young adventurers, nature enthusiasts, families, Peanuts comic strip fans, and collectors of Charles Schulz memorabilia.
I’m the biggest Snoopy fan around and I loved this book!
Self Disclosure: I received free copies of the above books for consideration in being featured as books of the week. Information and cover images were also provided.
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