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McDuff Moves In, by Rosemary Wells. Pictures by Susan Jeffers. Written in 1997.
Reminder: Nana’s Books are rated G. Anyone could read them, or listen to them being read aloud. This book is a crowd pleaser, widely loved by my children and grandchildren. It’s a gripper, too, starting with action and a compelling plot: “In the… Continue reading
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Brian’s Victory, by Ethel Calvert Phillips. Written in 1942.
Reminder: Nana’s Books are rated G. Anyone could read them, or listen to them being read aloud. Brian lives in England. He loves his country, loves his family, loves his tiny village, loves riding the neighbor’s pony, Rob Roy, loves riding his… Continue reading
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Keep the Lights Burning, Abbie, by Peter and Connie Roop. Written in 1985. Illustrated by Peter E. Hanson.
Reminder: Nana’s Books are rated G. Anyone could read them, or listen to them being read aloud. What’s better than a story of a young girl who is brave and good? A true story of a young girl who’s brave and good! The year is… Continue reading
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What’s the Big Idea, Ben Franklin? By Jean Fritz. Written in 1976. Illustrated by Margot Tomes.
Reminder: Nana’s Books are rated G. Anyone could read them, or listen to them being read aloud. This book was named a New York Times Outstanding Book of the Year, and a Notable Children’s Trade Book in the Field of… Continue reading
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White Snow, Bright Snow, by Alvin Tresselt, illustrated by Roger Duvoisin. Written in 1947.
Reminder: Nana’s Books are rated G. Anyone could read them, or listen to them being read aloud. This lovely book, perfect for reading aloud, won the Caldecott Medal in 1948. It was also named an ALA (American Library Association) Notable Book. It feels… Continue reading
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