GOODNIGHT FOOTBALL by Michael Dahl

A family enjoys an evening football game.

This was so cute! The text is fairly simple. The illustrations are lovely, with great color. There's no definition of the football terms (sack, third and one, end zone); it is not an informational text (but it could have been with a little tweaking). The goal was obviously to write a goodnight story and an ode to football, family and fun at the game. The family at the center of the story seems to be African-American, and the crowd illustrations show some diversity. Bottom line: This is a cozy lap book, perfect for football season. It would work for fans of high school, college and/or professional football.

4 out of 5 stars
AR Reading level of 1.8

* I received an electronic copy of this book from the publisher for free in the hope that I would review it honestly on my blog. Regardless, I only review books I enjoyed. I don’t believe in passing on negative reviews. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

TIGER TALES - PICTURE BOOKS: What a Wonderful World AND Hands Off My Honey!

A celebration of God's creation with illustrations of a mother and baby bear enjoying the world - ladybugs, deer at a stream, a rainbow, and falling leaves.

Lovely illustrations and a sweet, quiet story. Would make a great bed time book or a shower gift for a new mom.

Four out of five stars
No AR information at this time.

Bear has a huge jar of honey and he's not sharing! But Mouse, Mole and the Rabbit Brothers want some, too. As Bear munches away, the friends sneak toward him - but Mole isn't a very quiet sneak-er. What will happen if Bear catches them trying to get his honey?

Cute story with a fun twist at the end. This was a good one to read part way through and then ask kids how they think it will end.

Four out of five stars
AR reading level of 2.6

TIGER TALES - Padded Board Books

   

We have another giveaway opportunity today! This time we are looking at the new padded board books from Tiger Tales.

First up, we have That's My Daddy! and Mommy! These are sweet books with colorful illustrations of a parent and young animal, celebrating things that parents do for their kids. Four out of 5 stars for both of these. I would buy these for gifts - they are visually appealing and would be great for cuddling and reading aloud.

      

It's Spring Time! celebrates the tasks and wonders of spring from planting and nesting to playing and cleaning. Textured pages give little fingers things to explore. Three out of 5 stars. Splish Splash Splosh is a cute counting book. Ten fluffy ducks are planning to explore a pool, but things don't go smoothly. This could very easily become a "read it again!" story. Four out of 5 stars.

   

The format for these two books is delightful! Each book is cleverly closed with "hands" that wrap from the back cover around to the front with a magnetic closure. There are colorful animal pictures on every page - hugging animals in Hug! and hiding animals in Peek-a-boo! Four out of 5 stars. 

Now for the giveaway! Just like our Tiger Tales books from last week, post a comment on this post or on Facebook. I will pick one person from the comments to receive all 6 books. You have until Thursday the 18th to post your comments. I will choose someone on Friday the 19th.  Good luck!!