Capyboppy is the engaging and humourous story of the Peet family’s unusual pet — a capybara. When young Bill wanted a boa constrictor, the family objected strenuously, so a compromise was made and Bill got a capybara instead. The antics of Capyboppy in his younger days are hilarious, and his effect on the other family… Continue reading Cappyboppy
Tag: Read-Aloud
Pegeen
I came across Pegeen when I was 10 years old, and it was an intimidating book: 2 inches thick and larger than a typical hardback. (It was in very large type, with many pictures.) I was, and am, so glad that I was brave enough to read it. In my adulthood, I searched for it… Continue reading Pegeen
Make Way for Ducklings
Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey is a childhood favorite. The day I found out I was pregnant for the first time, I started looking for a copy of this book. For those who like to know these things, it’s a Caldecott Medal winner. Mother and Father Mallard are seeking a place to build… Continue reading Make Way for Ducklings
The Trellis and the Vine
This book, by Jan Karon (the Mitford queen), is a new storybook for kids. I bought it on a whim, because I was cashing out my “Treasure Points” from the Children’s Book of the Month Club and it sounded interesting. It was wonderful. Of course, it helps that the kids and I grow moonflowers on… Continue reading The Trellis and the Vine
Dangerous Island
Back in June, I found a bunch of books that people had tossed in the trash, and I rescued them all and brought them home to love them. In that stash, I was delighted to find this book, which I remember from my childhood and loved. Dangerous Island, by Helen Mather-Smith Mindlin, is an excellent chapter… Continue reading Dangerous Island