The Adventures of Little Nutbrown Hare
Me: Two thumbs down
Kids: Two thumbs down
We didn't even finish reading this. Boring pictures, boring stories.
Bear Has a Story to Tell
Me: Neutral
Kids: Not keen
The kids were indifferent. I thought it was cute enough.
Big Mean Mike
Me: Loved
Kids: Loved
The children had me and Dh read this several times. Funny, cute, and had a good message (to wit, don't be afraid to be yourself, even if that self is cute AND tough).
The boy Who Harnessed the Wind
Me: Liked
Kids: Liked
The kids were very hesitant about this book at first, but I insisted on reading it to them. We were all glad by the end. This is an inspiring awesome story. Based on the true story of a boy in Malawi who built a wind pump out of spare parts.
The Cloud Spinner
Me: Meh
Kids: Liked
I found this book preachy. The kids liked it, but never requested a re-read.
Crafty Chloe
Me: Meh
Kids: Liked
Not sure why this is on the list. It seemed pretty mediocre to me.
Those Darn Squirrels Fly South
Me: Liked
Kids: Loved
This is one of those books that kids would put on the list, but not necessarily adults. We were not familiar with the darn squirrels, so I got Those Darn Squirrels first. My kids loved both of the Darn Squirrel books. This got a re-read. Also, now we all occasionally raise our fists and say, "Those darn squirrels!" in grouchy, old-man voices. Very fun.
The Duckling Gets a Cookie!?
Me: Liked
Kids: Liked
We all enjoyed reading this, but the kids didn't click with it.
Extra Yarn
Me: Loved
Kids: Liked
I loved this of course! It's about knitting! The kids thought it was okay. No re-read.
The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore
Me: Meh
Kids: Meh
This was too long and not exciting enough for any kid under 7. I did like the illustrations, though.
Llama, Llama, Time to Share
Me: Liked
Kids: Liked
I think my kids liked that this book is written all in rhyme.
Nightsong
Me: Meh
Kids: Meh
Too many words on each page for young kids. Maybe older children would go for it.
Oh No, George!
Me: Liked
Kids: Liked
We all enjoyed reading this. The kids loved seeing the antics George got up to.
Olivia and the Fairy Princesses
Me: Meh
Kids: Liked
I found this to be too full of jokes aimed at adults. For instance, Olivia starts the book by announcing she is having an identity crisis. I really hate when children in books talk like adults. This also turns kids off. My kids were not interested in a re-read.
Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons
Me: Loved
Kids: Loved
This was probably the kids' favorite book off the list. They loved it so much E read it to Ace later on her own. They still sing the little song Pete the Cat sings in the story. I also love the message: Stuff comes and stuff goes, but do I cry? No oh no!
Rocket Writes a Story
Me: Disliked
Kids: Disliked
This felt like being in school. With a boring teacher. We all kept waiting for it to get more interesting, but it never did.
This is Not My Hat
Me: Liked
Kids: Didn't get
Z if for Moose
Me: Loved
Kids: Loved
This book is cute and fun. It's about being a good friend, even if your friend throws a fit.