Ike, Mrs. LaRue's dog, has perfectly good reasons for chasing the neighbors' cats, howling until the neighbors complain and 'sampling' Mrs. LaRues' chicken pot pie. But does she listen? No! Off he goes to obedience school ' to him, prison. Of course, this prison is more like a country club, but to hear Ike's letters about the gruesome punishment he is subjected to, he has no choice but to run away. Children will enjoy listening to Ike's version of the story while the pictures show what is really taking place.

Similar books: Read other books about Ike: Detective LaRue : Letters from the Investigation and LaRue for Mayor: Letters from the Campaign Trail.

Reviewed by: sc

Date read: 4/28/2009

ISBN-10: 0439206634

ISBN-13: 9780439206631

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This is a hilarious journal that highlights some of the good and bad things about being a worm. For instance, worms can't get cavities (as they have no teeth), but they must be very careful around the dangerous game of hopscotch. This book shows a worm child as he engages in childhood activities like school and vacations, but told with humor from the perspective of the world of worms. Other books by Doreen Cronin include Diary of a Spider, Diary of a Fly and Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type.

Reviewed by: sc

Date read: 4/28/2009

ISBN-10: 0060001518

ISBN-13: 9780060001513

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A poor man desperate to feed his daughter something besides thin porridge follows a doctor's advice and sets himself up as 'Dr. All-Knowing' - complete with a suit, a sign, and an ABC book. He then proceeds, with much luck and the help of his daughter, to help a wealthy man find his stolen money. The illustrations spread out on larger-than-usual pages add spice and personality to all the characters. A delightful retelling of a rarely-heard tale.

Reviewed by: djd

Date read: 7/20/2009

ISBN-10: 1416912460

ISBN-13: 9781416912460

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Sam is a loveable dog who enjoys fetching, swimming, and singing late at night. Will Sam ever learn when and where to do all of his favorite things? This is a delightful book for all dog lovers and beginning readers.

Similar authors: Cynthia Rylant

Similar books: Henry and Mudge by Cynthia Rylant; Frog and Toad by Arnold Lobel; Nate the Great by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 7/6/2009

ISBN-10: 0803715315

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This preschool favorite tells the story of a pigeon who will say anything so we'll let him drive the bus. As the book begins, the bus driver leaves, asking if we'll watch the bus for him while he's gone. He ends with, 'and remember: Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!' As he walks away, the pigeon arrives and attempts to wheedle his way into driving the bus, using every strategy he knows. Luckily, when the bus driver returns, no one has let the pigeon drive the bus. Everyone can enjoy the antics of this likable bird, and parents will appreciate the apt depiction of the persuasion tactics of young children.

Similar books: Don't Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late! by Mo Willems; The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog by Mo Willems; The Pigeon Wants a Puppy by Mo Willems, and other 'Pigeon' titles.

Reviewed by: emc

Date read: 6/17/2010

ISBN-10: 078681988X

ISBN-13: 9780786819881

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