Every fall there's a new crop of great children's books by Minnesota authors. Here's a list of some of my favorites:
BookSpeak! by Laura Purdie Salas. This awesomely illustrated book is filled with poems about books themselves.
Hello, Minnesota! by Constance Van Hoven. Through the use of opposites, this sweet board book is a fun visit to all things Minnesotan.
The Tanglewood Terror by Kurtis Scaletta. This middle-grade novel is a mushroom mystery. Why are there so many glowing mushrooms sprouting up everywhere. And will they take over the town?
Love of the Game by John Coy. Here's the newest addition to Coy's middle grade series about four friends who love to play sports. This one's about football.
Swirl by Swirl by Joyce Sidman. This beautiful picture book explores swirl patterns in nature like snail shells and fiddleheads.
The House in the Night by Susan Marie Swanson. This 2009 Caldecott winner is now out in a board book format. Not all picture books work well as board books, but this one does. Happily.
Unforgettable by Loretta Ellsworth. This young adult novel is about a boy who remembers everything. Literally. Every event, every word, every number he's ever seen. Could this be a blessing or a curse?
4 comments:
Byron has Hello Minnesota and The House in Night, and he loves both of them. They are both beautiful books; House in Night is striking and so unique.
I agree. House in the Night is a really beautiful board book. Do you have a signed copy? She lives in the neighborhood if you want one.
Hey, thanks, Dara! I've read several of these, but I need to add some to my TBR list, too!
Great post, Dara! It was fun to see you on Saturday! Go, Minnesota!!!
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