CAPSULE COMMENTS

September 13, 2007

New Children's Books

Check out these new books from the Children’s Department at Rodman Public Library.

Being Teddy Roosevelt, by Claudia Mills

Claudia Mills never disappoints with her chapter books for third and fourth graders and this new title is no exception. When fourth grader, Riley, is assigned to read a biography about Teddy Roosevelt, he is less than enthusiastic. However, he finds inspiration in Roosevelt’s tenacity and perseverance and finds a way to get what he wants most—a saxophone and music lessons.

The Case of the Left-Handed Lady, by Nancy Springer

Fourteen-year-old Enola Holmes is on the lamb from her brother Sherlock because he thinks she belongs in a young ladies’ boarding school. She’s a young woman with pluck and numerous disguises which she puts to good use while trying to find Lady Cecily, the missing teenage daughter of Sir Eustance Austair. Readers, ages 11-14, will also enjoy the first book in this series, The Case of the Missing Marquess.

The Golden Rule, by Ilene Cooper

Grandpa explains that the golden rule is a simple statement on how to live that can be practiced by people of all ages and faiths, and then helps his grandson figure out how to apply the rule to his own life. Grandpa shares with his grandson that it may be a simple rule but it is not always easy to follow, but following it can make the world a better place. Gorgeous illustrations by Gabi Swiatowska add strength and beauty to Grandpa’s explanation. For ages 4-8.

Green Eggs and Ham Cookbook, concocted by Georgeanne Brennan

For all the Dr. Seuss book lovers who also love to eat, this is the book for you! Your stomach will love Pink Yink Ink Drink (very delicious and healthy). For breakfast you might enjoy Blueberry Bumplings or Schlopp with a Cherry on Top. Hungry for lunch? Try Hoop-Soup-Snoop Group Potato Soup or Daisy-Head Mayzie Burgers. Ready for dinner? Try Yot in the Pot or Skipper Zipp’s Chops and Chips. Dessert anyone? You’ll find delectable delight with Cindy-Lou Who-Wreaths or the Valley of Vung’s Chocolate Rocks. Each recipe is accompanied by the original verse that inspired it. An apple each day won’t keep this doc away! For ages 8-10.