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Anyone that is familiar with Alicia's work knows that it embodies warmth and charm. Always. And this delightful book is no exception. Her illustrations marry so perfectly with this fun collection of carols and Christmas stories, giving this book a comfy cozy feel.
I adore how Alicia adds a little something extra to her illustrations for children to discover. Like her cute doggie's that always seem to find a way into the mix!
Ladybird publishing has added yet another fun layer by hiding a ladybird (ladybug) to each page for reader's to find. See if you can spot the one on this interior:
Find it?
Too Fun!
Alicia, congratulations on a beautiful book that I'm sure will be a part of many family's Christmas collection.
Back to Bed, Ed!
by Sebastien Braun
I have to admit that I was nervous about reviewing a book since this is a first for me. But when I received Back to bed, Ed! I just smiled from ear to ear and all my worries went away. :o)
If you know me, you know I love cute, funny and simple. And this book has got all three!
The illustrator is Sebastien Braun who happens to be one of my favorite illustrators. I have always admired his work. His illustrations are full of sentiment and warmth. The style in which he approached this book however is a style I’ve never seen before. It’s as adorable as his usual work only very graphic and with a bolder line work that I think works perfectly with this book and with the younger audience.
Now Braun is not only the illustrator but the author as well. The story is about a cute little mouse named Ed who
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There are no trees on the prairie.
No trees for climbing.
Or for shade.
No trees for fruit or warm winter fires.
No trees for birds. Or for beauty.
I think writing an educational book that will teach as well as entertain has to be one of the greatest writing challenges out there. So I was curious to see how Kathyrn O. Galbaith handled this. Let me tell you, I was pleasantly surprised.
Arbor Day Square is a historical fiction where we learn of the annual celebration known as "Arbor Day" through the experiences of a young girl named Katie and her "Papa". They are amongst a group of settlers building their life in the Prairies. As the town builds and the community grows, they discover they are missing one important element...trees.
The story continues with the townspeople pooling their money together and having saplings sent to them from "back East". Katie and Papa help plant trees along with a flowering dogwood in loving memory of her mama. (This added another layer that got me emotionally attached to the story).
Arbor Day Square comes full circle as we see Katie as an adult enjoying the fruits of their labor with her own family (Papa too) and the community continuing the annual tree planting ritual.
Trees for climbing.
And for shade.
Trees for fruit and warm winter fires.
Trees for birds.
And for beauty.
And every year Papa laughs and tells Katie,
"Don't worry, honey. They'll grow."
And every year they do.
Kathryn also provides historical facts about Arbor Day which is handy. I only wish there was mention of why "Arbor" was chosen as the name for this special tree planting holiday.
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Your illustrations are absolutely adorable! (i guess it's obvious I want to win a giveaway :))
Alicia's artwork is sooo sweet! And I love her little doggies too!!
The deep snow and the bows on the tree - such lovely details. Bring on Christmas.
What a great book and I love the hiding ladybug!
I love the little doggie too. Fun!!!
How darling (it is always fun to sing Alicia's praises)!
Oh the book looks adorable!
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Warmth indeed. I love all of Alicia's work.
Oh, love it! Soft colors and sweet faces...lovely!
Thank you all so much!! :o)
And thank you sweet Rozzita for such a beautiful post! xo