Do You Recognize The Moose in These Books?

 Have you been watching the weather report and hearing about all the snow on the East Coast? Friends and family have sent photos of their homes, along with their cars covered in all that winter land! I'm sure they have had quite enough of "old man winter" and yet, I sit here on the West Coast in 70 degree weather and can't imagine the situation they're experiencing back there.

So, I got to thinking about how I longed to see a moose when I was in Maine and did not see one until I went to Utah. Well, that furthered my memory as to all the books that I've read  about that famous animal, the Moose.

1. "Elusive Moose" by Joan Gannij
2. “Ernest the Moose Who Doesn’t Fit” by Catherine Rayner 
3. “If You Give A Moose a Muffin” by Laura Numeroff 
4. “Chocolate Mousse” by Maggie Kneen 
5. “Moose on the Loose” by Kathi-Jo Wargin 
6. “Thidwick The Big-Hearted Moose” by Dr. Seuss






Elusive Moose

Search for the elusive moose in the snowy north, and meet lots of other northland animals on the journey. Hardcover and Paperback editions include endnotes about all the creatures, a guessing game of animal footprints, and a page of informative facts about the moose.

Ages 1 to 4 years
Written By: Joan Gannij
Illustrated By: Clare Beaton

Paperback and Board Book $6.99. Hardcover on sale for $11.99 Visit http://ladyd.barefootbooks.com



Ernest, the Moose Who Doesn't Fit 

  • Reading level: Ages 4-8
  • Hardcover: 32 pages
  "Ernest tries his darnedest to fit on the pages of this book. With the help of his chipmunk friend, he attempts to “shimmy, shift, and shuffle in forward” and “squidge, squodge, and squeeze in backward.” Nothing works; all of him just won't fit. Then chipmunk has an idea; fetching masking tape and paper, she and Ernest cobble together a gatefold for the last page. Now, the moose “fits in perfectly.” The graph-paper pattern on heavy stock is the perfect background against which loose, textured line drawings humorously depict the predicament of the gangly Ernest and his furry friend. The amusing extension, cleverly constructed from a hodgepodge of gaily patterned “paper” stuck together with much tape, makes for a delightful resolution. The simple plot marries perfectly with the large-scale, highly tactile drawings and oversize font to create a winning book that children will beg to see and hear again and again, whether lap-sitting or in a group. Brilliant!"
Editorial review credit: Kathleen Finn, St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski, VT


  • Reading level: Ages 4-8
  • Paperback: 32 pages
  • Publisher: HarperCollins (February 28, 1994)
"This humorous book has to be one of the most imaginative ever written and illustrated!
The premise starts with a child spotting a moose out the window in the back yard. The child beckons to the moose, gives the moose a muffin, opens the kitchen door, and lets the moose in. Holding the muffin in his teeth, the moose obviously seems to need some jam. The child opens the refrigerator and gets out the mother's homemade blackberry jam. The moose quickly starts eating the muffin, now that it has jam on it. Then another, and another . . . and another until they are all gone. He seems to want you to make some more." Review credit: Professor Donald Mitchell

Product Description

Chocolate Moose loves chocolate almost as much as he loves to help. When this BIG moose starts helping in Mrs. Mouse's LITTLE kitchen, the only thing he cooks up is a huge chocolate mess! But Mrs. Mouse's four little mice don't mind at allÑcould this messy baker make the perfect babysitter?
  • Reading level: Ages 4-8
  • Hardcover: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Dutton Juvenile (January 20, 2011)

Product Description

What would you do with a moose on the loose? Would you chase him, or race him, or stand up to face him? What would you do with a moose on the loose? What would you do with a moose in your yard? Or in your house? How about in your room? Or in your tub? Would you give him two boats? Would you see if he floats? What would you do?
Colorful, comic artwork highlights the hilarity that ensues when wildlife wanders indoors. Can boy best beast? By story’s end, young readers will know exactly what to do when a moose goes on the loose!

  • Reading level: Ages 4-8
  • Hardcover: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press (September 2, 2009)


  • Reading level: Baby-Preschool
  • Hardcover: 48 pages
  • Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers; Early Printing edition (September 12, 1948)
"Dr. Seuss ignites a child's imagination with his mischievious characters and zany verses." The Express

"This classic Seuss title stars a happy-looking quadruped from the shores of Lake Winna-Bango who has the most amazing antlers and the kindest disposition. Alas! Everyone, but everyone, takes advantage of his generosity, and before long he has three-quarters of the animal kingdom nesting in the convenient perches atop his head. ("They asked in a fox, who jumped in from the trees, / They asked in some mice and they asked in some fleas.") You might think someone would take pity, but nobody seems to like an oddball, and all Thidwick gets for his trouble is complaints and contempt. Unable to cross the lake when winter threatens, he looks all set to starve--and then things get even worse. He is saved from certain death just in time, swims the lake, and joins the herd again. One reason this Seuss is so good: it has a moral, but the moral isn't pressed too far and the exuberant linguistic fun isn't subservient to it. " (Ages 4 to 8) --Richard Farr 

Then there's Morris the Moose (I can Read Book 1). O.K., have you thought of others to add to the list?

My favorite Barefoot Book about the moose would be The Elusive Moose! What about you?

“You can’t get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me.” — C. S. Lewis

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Do You Know The Planets of The Solar System?




This wonderful book makes a great birthday gift for students and lovers of science!

Star Seeker

A Journey to Outer Space

Journey through the night sky on a poetic trip that blends adventure, imagination and science to teach the basics of our solar system. Includes end notes about the planets, stars, moons, constellations and even a little mythology. The hardcover edition includes a poster of the solar system. ($16.99)
 
Ages 5 to 11 years
Written By: Theresa Heine
Illustrated By: Victor Tavares
 

Elizabeth O. Dulemba, children's book author and illustrator, offers 
 
Here is one from Miss E that I like. It goes with the universe theme of Barefoot Books, Star Seeker.


“You can’t get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me.” — C. S. Lewis

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Symphony Chooses Barefoot to Bring Stories to Life for Little Ones!





We are thrilled to hear that three Barefoot titles,
Hidden Hippo, Elusive Moose, and I Dreamt I Was a Dinosaur, have been chosen by the wonderful Canton, Ohio Symphony for a series of young children's concerts being given this winter. Launched in 2010, the series known as 'SymphonyLand', introduces young children to the instruments of the orchestra one trio at a time. Last year, the debut year, the Bear series was selected by the Symphony. Clearly, Ohio has some influential Barefoot lovers!

A 'SymphonyLand' journey begins with performances by the string trio, then the woodwind trio followed by the brass trio. The series is complete with a performance by the entire orchestra at the Kinder Concert. Built around a children's storybook, each program incorporates Language Arts, Social Studies, Science and/or Math concepts while engaging young audience members with the beautiful sounds of live music.

"We are so excited to be offering these new programs," says Lisa Boyer, Director of Education for the Canton Symphony. "These books are exquisitely illustrated and our musicians do a fantastic job engaging the children with their fine talents."

If you're in the Canton, Ohio area, or know someone who is, tickets can be purchased online at www.cantonsymphony.org or by calling the Canton Symphony box office at 330-452-2094. More information about Symphonyland is at: http://www.cantonsymphony.org/217.


Hidden Hippo

 
Journey to the plains and rivers of Africa in search of a hidden hippo. Lots of different African animals are introduced throughout this rhyming, hide-and-seek adventure. Hardcover edition includes endnotes with information about conservation, endangered wildlife and facts about each of the animals featured in the book.
 
Ages 1 to 4 years
Written By: Joan Gannij
Illustrated By: Clare Beaton
Hardcover $15.99 

Elusive Moose

 

Search for the elusive moose in the snowy north, and meet lots of other North land animals on the journey. Hardcover edition includes end notes about all the creatures, a guessing game of animal footprints, and a page of informative facts about the moose.



Ages 1 to 4 years
Written By: Joan Gannij
Illustrated By: Clare Beaton
Was $15.99 Now $11.99 

I Dreamt I was a Dinosaur

 

If you could be a dinosaur, which would you be? Would you roar like the ferocious T-Rex? Or soar overhead like the pterodactyl? In this playful early-learning book, Stella Blackstone's lyrical, rhyming text takes readers on an unforgettable Jurassic journey, while fabric artist Clare Beaton recreates the prehistoric world of dinosaurs using a colorful array of felt, sequins, beads and buttons. 
 
Ages 1 to 4 years
In Stock: 2/28/11 
 
 
 Board Book $6.99

 I personally have read these wonderful books to my grandson and own these delightful stories in my library. I highly recommend them. Congratulations to the Symphony and Barefoot Books!


-- LadyD
“You can’t get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me.” — C. S. Lewis

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Four Farmyard Puzzles for Toddlers and Preschoolers

a drawing of a 4 piece jigsaw puzzleImage via Wikipedia
How to solve the puzzle? It's easy for kids. Plus, the right size for floor or table top!



Barnyard First Puzzles

This first puzzle is made for little hands!

Get ready for fun at the barnyard. Sixteen pieces fit together to create four farmyard scenes with these color-coded, four-piece, shaped puzzles.
Ages 2 to 4 years
Illustrated By: Clare Beaton
Produced By: Mudpuppy Press



These puzzle pieces are extremely durable and wonderful for small fingers. They are easy to put together and have bright images on the front.

 

Yesterday, our grandson played with this puzzle for hours on end. The sheep, cow, chickens and pig puzzle are fun for toddlers and preschoolers to put together so easily.



 You can purchase this great gift for $12.99. Four puzzles fit in a sweet box for gift giving.
Order Puzzle Online




My grandson loves puzzles!

Best,
-- LadyD


“You can’t get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me.” — C. S. Lewis

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Barefoot Books: Children's Board Book Sale

Barefoot books publishers are offering their very cool Winter sale now through Feb. 8th.

Many board books are available at a very good price. What is a board book?

A board book is a type of book printed on thick paperboard. The paperboard is printed and used for the both the cover and the interior pages. Each page panel is a minimum of 2 plies of paperboard thickness. Unlike a typical paper book that is bound with saddle stitching (staples) or perfect binding, a board book's pages are specially folded and bound together. Board books are very durable and consequently intended for small children (who are liable to damage ordinary books) so that they can start to develop an interest in books at an early age. Many best-selling titles that were originally published in hardcover or paperboard formats have been converted to board books. Most of the board books produced in the world are produced in China and Mexico; however, there is one board book printer still located in the United States.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Board_book

For Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers: A board book is made of thick cardboard and cannot be easily torn as a regular paper book could be. Board books are often given to babies and preschoolers as they are more durable for this age.
http://answers.ask.com/Society/Other/what_is_a_board_book 


Bear in Sunshine was $6.99, now $4.99






Cleo The Cat was $6.99, now $4.99


Meet children from across the world as they learn the sounds that all sorts of animals make. The question-and-answer structure pairs with the lift-the-flap format for easy learning.

Ages 1 to 4 years
Written By: Stella Blackstone
Illustrated By: Caroline Mockford


Talk with Me! was $7.99, now $5.99



Join children from across the world as they find out how all sorts of animals get around. The question-and-answer structure pairs with the lift-the-flap format for easy learning.

Ages 1 to 4 years
Written By: Stella Blackstone
Illustrated By: Caroline Mockford

Was $7.99, now $5.99



I love this beautiful board book. It's a must for your toddler!

Large Board Book was $14.99, now $9.99



Learn your ABCs while meeting twenty-six African animals in this simple rhyming text. Notes at the end enhance the learning layers with facts about each of the animals featured.

Ages 2 to 6 years
Written By: Stella Blackstone
Illustrated By: Philippa-Alys Browne

African Animals ABC was $14.99, now $10.99 

You can order online @ http://ladyd.barefootbooks.com

I have a wonderful collection of children's board books for my 4 grandchildren. Do you have a favorite? I think you'll find the quality of Barefoot Books is excellent with very thick, sturdy pages for those toddlers who are learning not to tear pages!  

Happy Reading,
-- LadyD

“You can’t get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me.” — C. S. Lewis

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Keep Kids Stretching (like a pretzel)

January is a perfect time to get fit and what better way to do so than with a fun session of family yoga! Enter...Yoga Pretzels, which was recently featured as a top 'peaceful kids gift' by Peaceful Daily! Peaceful Daily has 35,000 subscribers around the world and showcases products that are in keeping with the values of Barefoot Books. See all the peaceful gifts at Peaceful Daily Tips




Yoga Pretzels

50 Fun Yoga Activities for Kids & Grownups

Stretch your way to a fun and healthy lifestyle with each of the fifty yoga poses in this colorful deck. Written by Yoga Ed., these cards include forward bends, back bends, partner poses, and balance poses.

Founded by Tara Guber, Yoga Ed. develops and produces health and wellness courses, trainings and products for teachers, parents, children and health professionals. To find out more about Yoga Ed., please visit
www.yogaed.com
 
For all ages 

Written By: Leah Kalish, Tara Guber
Illustrated By: Sophie Fatus

The card deck is $14.99 and you can purchase it at http://ladyd.barefootbooks.com






Those Pretzel Things ( Pecan Rollo Bites)

Ingredients:

Servings: 50

 

Directions:

Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
 
Place pretzel pieces on a baking sheet.
 
  1. Place pretzel pieces on a baking sheet.
  2. Top with one Rollo candy.
  3. Place in a warm (250 degrees) oven to just let the Rollo candy melt on top of the pretzel to hold it in place.
  4. Remove from oven and place a pecan piece on top.
  5. Let cool and harden.
 http://www.food.com/recipe/those-pretzel-things-pecan-rollo-bites-95220

I made these over the Christmas holiday and my family loved them! Too bad I'm allergic to chocolate!

I have a feeling it’s going to be a fabulous year.
Here’s to a year filled with unending joy.

-- LadyD


“You can’t get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me.” — C. S. Lewis

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