On The Book Shelf
REVIEWS: Anna Maria Carleton
Reindeers
Are Better Than People
(Birth to 3) • By Calliope Glass
“Reindeers” are better than people. And who would know
Sven is the loyal pet reindeer and
companion companio
of Kristoff, a rugged
mountain
mountain man. Sven was rescued
by Kristoff Kristo
as a young calf, and
remained by his side ever since.
remained
Children will enjoy hearing
Kristoff’s ode to his friend
Sven in this delightful board
book featuring two plush
poseable reindeer antlers.
The colorful pictures bring
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this winter wonderland to
life. This book is adapted
from a song sung in the
original Frozen movie.
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse
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Donald’s
Christmas Gift
(4-6) • By Sheila Sweeny Higginson
Meeska, Mooska, Mickey Mouse! Welcome to the Mickey Mouse
Clubhouse! Join Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, and Pluto
as they learn valuable lessons about letters, numbers, shapes,
decision-making, and friendship. Everyone at the clubhouse is
busy preparing for Christmas. Donald Duck knows what Christmas
is about - getting presents!
what Minnie and Daisy got
him for Christmas. He sets
off in search of clues. Will
they help him solve the
mystery of what his gift
Donald makes some
surprising discoveries,
and he learns about
the true meaning of
Christmas. And that’s
the best gift of all!
SIMON AND THE BEAR
A Hanukkah Tale
(7-9) • By Eric A. Kimmel
This beautifully illustrated book features the art of Matthew Trueman who attended
the Ringling School of Art and Design. Simon
sets sail for America with hopes to one day
make enough money to send for his mother,
brothers and sisters. Simon’s mother packed
him a knapsack for the journey, and something
very special - a menorah. She reminded him
no matter where he was, he must celebrate
Hanukkah and all its miracles. For days,
Simon rode the big ship taking him to
America and closer to his dream. As the seas
rolled on, they encountered an iceberg! The
ship was sinking. Turned out Simon did
need a Hanukkah miracle after all…
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