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Charlie has grown up reading either by himself or me reading to him which is why I am excited to let you know September 28th is R.E.A.D. in America Day #READInAmericaDay. I thought I would take the opportunity to take the time to share Children’s Books to read on National Read Across America Day, Thee is 5 books here Charlie liked as a child that you might not have heard of but can share with your family.
Where the Wild Things Are: A Caldecott Award Winner
Maurice Sendak’s Caldecott Medal-winning picture book has become one of the most highly acclaimed and best-loved children’s books of all time. A must for every child’s bookshelf.
This iconic story has inspired a movie, an opera, and the imagination of generations. When Max dresses in his wolf suit and causes havoc in the house, his mother sends him to bed. From there, Max sets sail to an island inhabited by the Wild Things, who name him king and share a wild rumpus with him. But then from far away across the world, Max smells good things to eat…
Let the wild rumpus continue as this classic comes to life like never before with new reproductions of Maurice Sendak’s artwork. Astonishing state-of-the-art technology faithfully captures the color and detail of the original illustrations. Sendak himself enthusiastically endorsed this impressive new interpretation of his art.
Mary Pols of Time magazine wrote that “what makes Sendak’s book so compelling is its grounding effect: Max has a tantrum and in a flight of fancy visits his wild side, but he is pulled back by a belief in parental love to a supper ‘still hot.” Generations have shared this beautiful picture book, and children of all ages will want to return to it again and again.
- New York Public Library’s #4 book on the list of “Top Check Outs of All Time”
- One of the National Education Association’s “Teachers’ Top 100 Books for Children”
- The top picture book in School Library Journal’s survey of its readers
Maurice Sendak was also the creator of such classics as In the Night Kitchen, Outside Over There, Higglety Pigglety Pop!, and Nutshell Library.
In this classic of children’s literature, beloved by generations of readers and listeners, the quiet poetry of the words and the gentle, lulling illustrations combine to make a perfect book for the end of the day.
In a great green room, tucked away in bed, is a little bunny. “Goodnight room, goodnight moon.” And to all the familiar things in the softly lit room—to the picture of the three little bears sitting on chairs, to the clocks and his socks, to the mittens and the kittens, to everything one by one—the little bunny says goodnight.
One of the most beloved books of all time, Goodnight Moon is a must for every bookshelf and a time-honored gift for baby showers and other special events.
Thomas the Tank Engine: The Complete Collection
Since the publication of the original Thomas the Tank Engine in 1946, millions of children and their parents all over the world have loved this series of bedtime stories about Thomas and his friends. All 26 of the Reverend W. Awdry’s classic stories are here in one beautiful gift volume, with an introduction by the author himself. Illustrated in full color.
Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site
The #1 New York Times bestselling children’s book and beloved bedtime story!
As the sun sets behind the big construction site, all the hardworking trucks get ready to say goodnight.
One by one, Crane Truck, Cement Mixer, Dump Truck, Bulldozer, and Excavator finish their work and lie down to rest—so they’ll be ready for another day of rough and tough construction play!
Even the roughest, toughest readers will want to turn off their engines, rest their wheels, and drift to sleep with this sweet and soothing story. Vibrant illustrations and gentle rhyming text make this construction book for kids a surefire bedtime favorite.
WILDLY POPULAR CHILDREN’S AND TODDLER BOOKS: Since its debut more than a decade ago, Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site and the series of books it launched have become beloved favorites of kids and parents alike, with millions of copies sold. This popular, timeless nighttime story continues to delight families everywhere!
STANDOUT PICTURE BOOK: This delightful construction truck book is hailed by Booklist, in its starred review, as “especially for those who like wheels with their dreams.”
PERFECT READ-ALOUD: Author Sherri Duskey Rinker’s sweet rhyming text and irresistible artwork by illustrator Tom Lichtenheld soothe little ones into a peaceful rest. This delightful kids book is perfect for little ones who can’t get enough of construction stories, day or night!
Can’t get enough of these tough trucks? Many more titles in bestselling book series, including Mighty, Mighty Construction Site, Construction Site: Road Crew, Coming Through!, and Three Cheers for Kid McGear! are available now!
Perfect for:
- Young truck, tractor, and construction fans
- Emerging preschool and kindergarten readers
- Gift for birthday, baby shower, and any occasion
- Readers who love classic children’s books by authors such as Dr. Seuss, Chris Van Dusen, Kevin Henkes, and Sandra Boynton
- Fans of books about vehicles like Little Blue Truck, Thomas the Tank Engine, and Diggersaurs
Trick or treat, Biscuit! Lift the flaps to reveal spook-tacular surprises on Biscuit’s first Halloween adventure!
Biscuit and the little girl are going trick-or-treating on his first Halloween. What kinds of silly surprises are in store for them? Pull back the flaps to find out!
Share the Halloween fun with your little pup or pups by curling up with Happy Halloween, Biscuit!
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
