Nona Reads

Pete the Cat and the Cool Cat Boogie, written and illustrated by Kimberly and James Dean, tells the story of Pete the Cat as he works hard to find his groove--in spite of the help of his many friends! 

Lily's Purple Plastic Purse, written by Kevin Henkes, is a story about a vivacious little mouse and the fun--and trouble--she gets into with her prized purple plastic purse...and the teacher who took time to build her up. Your older preschooler and even early elementary-aged kiddos will enjoy and empathize with Lily, I am certain!

To say that this book, A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Philip C. Stead and illustrated by Erin E. Stead, is one of my all-time favorites would be an understatement. The beauty of the story and the illustrations swirl together to create a moment of perfect story. Who hasn't wanted the animals in their life to show up in such a way? Enjoy this with your littles, and for an extra treat, pick it up at the library for the sake of the illustrations. You won't be sad for having done so!

Miss Rumphius, written by Barbara Cooney, is a lovely and slightly longer story that your older preschooler will enjoy. The idea of leaving a floral legacy that returns every year simply gives me goosebumps! Enjoy, and then go grab some flower seeds!

Written by Molly Smith, What Do the Stars See? is a sweet ending to the day for your kiddo. Waltzing through the seasons, we see what the stars see, and by the end of the book, all is quiet and we say good night. 

Thank you for sharing your book with us, Molly. 

Peppa's First Sleepover is a Peppa Pig book and is delightful in its telling of the grand adventure of a first sleepover with friends.

Bedtime for Peppa is a Peppa Pig book and is delightful in its telling of Peppa and George's bedtime routine. A book young children will enjoy and to which grownups will relate!

Another short book about the adorable and ever-correct Peppa Pig and her adventures with skiing. A sweet read for littles, and short for bedtime, too. 

Horsey Twinkle Toes is a Peppa Pig book and is delightful in its telling of Peppa and George and how they solve the problem of a new toy with no name and two owners!

Written by R.W. Alley and illustrated by S. J. Fore, this little book is all about a kiddo who just wants to read and his tiger who wants to play! Take a listen to see how the two eventually manage to find an acceptable compromise!