So, I was looking at one of those calendars of silly
"holidays" this weekend, and I found a couple this week that were too
much fun to pass up. Did you know that National
Underwear Day comes around this week? And what kid do you know who doesn't
at least like to snicker about underpants?
Celebrate the silliness with Underpants for Ants, by Russell Punter. In this whimsical story,
the ants are feeling a bit of a chill, so a dear friend with extra time and
lots of yarn knits them all underpants. The rollicking rhymes and adorable
illustrations keep the story flowing, and the phonic repetition is fabulous for
developing key language and reading skills. And the cherry on top? The book
comes with parents' guide notes at the back!
Get your copy of giggle-producing Underpants for Ants here.
National Sandcastle
Day also falls during this week, and there are books galore to celebrate
with. Two of my favorites are Secrets of
the Seashore and 1, 2, 3…By the Sea.
In Secrets of the
Seashore, author Carron Brown teaches us about shrimp, octopi, crabs,
anemones and other sea creatures while taking us to another beloved childhood
tradition -- reading with a flashlight! The book spreads include informative
text that flows like a story, along with black-and-white illustrations with a
question about an animal or plant. When your child shines a flashlight behind
the picture, hidden critters show up. turn the page and the beautifully colored
illustrations provide the answer to the question. Even the wiggliest young
reader will want to sit long enough to use the flashlight to find the different
creatures, and older children -- okay, even adults -- will also enjoy the book.
Find your copy here.
Dianne Moritz provides sweet
counting rhymes and delicate illustrations in 1, 2, 3…By the Sea. The family explores the shoreline, the sand
dunes and even the docks in this tale that can be sung to the tune of
"Hush, Little Baby." There is also an app for your iPad that lets
your readers interact with the story.
Order your copy of the book and
the app here.
