Book Recommendations for my Grandkids

 Little Monkey Calms Down by Michael Dahl Illustrated by Oriel Vidal A board book for preschoolers to get in touch with their emotions. This book gives simple tips to calm down. Tips with pictures on cuddling with your blanker, taking deep breaths or singing a quiet song.

 I Feel Angry by DK A perfect series of books for preschoolers! The books explain what the feeling is, how it affects you, some ways to deal with the feeling and that everyone feels this way at times.  For example, in the book I Feel Angry , some tips are - Try to stop what you are doing; Take some big, deep breaths; If you can, find something else to do for awhile; and find an adult you can talk to and tell them about your angry feelings.

 Little Lulu based on the character created by Marge Buell Story and art by John Stanley and Irving Tripp Little Lulu was created by cartoonist Marge Buell in 1935.  Lulu and her friends have all sorts of adventures. Lulu is outspoken and mischievous which leads to trouble in the neighborhood.  6 years and up. 

 More Than Fluff by Madeline Valentine Daisy is a cute, fluffy chick. Her friends all want to squeeze her, hug her and tell her how cute she is. Daisy wants everyone to know she is more than fluff.  For 3 - 7 yr olds.

 Noisy Trucks by Roger Priddy A Touch and Feel Sound Book for Toddlers A nice, big , sturdy board book for little hands. Bright pictures with interactive features. My 3 year old grandson still loves to page through this books.

 Maggie's Ball by Lindsay Barret George Losing her favorite plaything, Maggie the curious pup begins a search that takes her all throughout the town, in a tale that introduces concepts of shape, color, community and geography. Good Reads. Preschoolers will love spotting the ball and giggle at Maggie's adventures. Bright illustrations.

 The LEGO Ideas Book Unlock your imagination by Daniel Lipkowitz Over 500 ideas to build projects from Lego fans. There is categories such as Planes, Trains & Automobiles; Town & Country; Out of this World; In Days of Old; A World of Adventure and Make & Keep. Bright, bold, large pictures with different views of each project. All ages.

 Kellan's Neighborhood Adventure by KiwiCo Kellan the koala and Peter the parrot see that their friend Ella the alligator is sick. Kellan and Peter rush around town to the playground, grocery store and library to find things to cheer up Ella.  This is in board board format for little ones to enjoy.

The Monkey and the Crocodile by Paul Gladstone   A Jataka Tale from India This is a story about and hungry crocodile and a resourceful monkey. The crocodile thought the monkey would be tasty and tried to trick the monkey to come close to him so he could eat him. The monkey wanted a way across the river and was trying to trick the crocodile into giving him a ride on his back. The moral of the story is that  quick thinking can save you from trouble . Good for k - 2 kids.

 Wild Symphony by Dan Brown illustrated by Susan Batori Maestro Mouse introduces us to his animal symphony. You will meets birds, kangaroos, kittens, fish, hippos, frogs, ostrich, armadillos and more. Beautiful illustrations with a lot of talking points about animals, flowers, emotions and friendships along with music. Grade level - preschool - 2nd grade

 Have You Seen My Dragon by Steve Light  Preschoolers will love this book. Light uses black and white illustrations with just a hint of color to highlight the object to find. Little ones love to point out all the hilarious adventures the little boy has looking for his dragon in the city. 

 Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood adapted by Alexandra Cassel Schwartz A new generation of children love  Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood , inspired by the classic  Whether he's having a tea party with Katerina Kittycat or playing a game of catch with Prince Wednesday, every day holds a new adventure for Daniel Tiger!  This boxed set includes  Thank You Day ;  Friends Help Each Other ;  Daniel Plays Ball ;  Daniel Goes Out for Dinner ;  Daniel Feels Left Out ; and  Daniel Visits the Library ! Many other titles are available. Kids will love these books especially if there watch Daniel Tiger on PBS. 

 Hunger Games Books by Suzanne Collins The Hunger Games (2008) Catching Fire (2009) Mockingjay (2010) The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (Prequel) (2020) Winning means fame and fortune. Losing means certain death. The Hunger Games have begun. . . . In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV. Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen regards it as a death sentence when she steps forward to take her sister's place in the Games. But Katniss has been close to dead before-and survival, for her, is second nature. Without really meaning to, she becomes a contender. But if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love...

 Clifford Series by Norman Bridwell Clifford is a Big, Red Dog. He was the runt of the litter and grew to an enormous size with Emily Elizabeth's love and devotion. Clifford also has an animated children's show on PBS as well as a movie. There are many titles in this series that will fit any occasion your little one is going through. Age level - preschool to 3rd grade.