Jibberjack, Fibberjack: A Made-Up Monster Mystery

Written by Stefanie Gamarra

Illustrated by Marta Pilosio

This book lays out a fun detective mystery for elementary-school-age readers. A pair of pigs goes missing. The town is full of gossip about what happened. Is there a monster involved? How is the mayor adding to the mystery?

Will the town be safe again? Frida teaches readers how to think critically and ask the proper questions to be a successful whodunit.

Fun illustrations, interactive questions, and Let’s Talk About It Questions provide bonus activities for smart readers.

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Pip the Bird: For Early Speech & Language Development

Written by Rachel Florence Meyer

Illustrated by Kathy Lee

A wonderful picture book collaboration by a mom and a speech therapist. The protagonist is a little bird named Pip, who assists his fellow animal friends to avoid danger when a gardener comes in the yard with a lawnmower,

The rhymes are crisp and sharp with lots of action words in bold print. Children are encouraged to read aloud. I appreciate the interactive guide for parents and teachers up front before the story begins. Illustrations contain wonderful details and facial expressions.

Highly recommended for parents and teachers of toddlers and preschoolers.

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