Valentine's Day is coming. Oh joy - what love. Being that I am not a fan of the particularly mushy books written for children, this holiday is always a bit of a challenge for me book wise. Sentimental done well is never easy, but I hope these books will show you how a sweet moment, tied in with some smart humor can make a winning combination. These are the books I will be reading with my kids.
Oh, and a nice way to remind your kids how sweet books can be is to include one along with the candy on Valentine's Day. They need somewhere to put their chocolate fingerprints so you can remember how young they once were.
To see all my favorite Valentine's Day book choices, as well as inspired book choices for kids from preschool to Grade 8, visit my website a www.onegreatbook.com
Title: Love Monster
Author: Rachel Bright
Target: Preschool - Grade 1
What this book is about:
What do you do if you a monster in a world full of cute kittens, puppies and bunnies? Why find someone to love you just the way you are of course. What do you do if you look high and low (and even in the middle) and still don’t find someone? Why keep looking of course. What do you do if you have been looking and looking and have lost your oomph? Why sometimes love comes when you least expect it.
Why I love this book:
The tone of this book is just delightful. Monster’s tenacity and goggly eyes are just irresistible. I also love the message that the best things come when you are not always looking for them - they can surprise you.
The one problem I have with the book is that monster is just too darn cute. Rachel Bright wants us to believe that he can’t find love in a world of adorable fuzzy animals, but monster is pretty charming if you ask me.
Who this book is for:
My daughter and I had a fun, giggly time with this story. I think most kids will like it, and while sentimental in parts, it is not too mushy for boys.
Final thoughts:
I am loving the back of the book which is literally the back of the monster - get it!
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