14 Vegbooks reviews by Jane Cowles.
I Am Yoga by Susan Verde teaches us that when we align our hearts, minds and bodies anything is possible. Yoga, a Sanskrit word meaning “to join,” is a practice that enables each one of us to connect with the many…
Tags: AngerJane CowlesNonviolencePeter H. ReynoldsPreschoolersSelf-AcceptanceSusan VerdeYoga
With the title of her book Just Being Audrey,Margaret Cardillo captures the down-to-earth character of the world renowned actress about which she writes. Perhaps this line captures the essence of Cardillo’s picture…
Tags: BiographyBullyingFemale ProtagonistJane CowlesMargaret CardilloPicture Books
This tenacious little seed never gives up hope despite its bumpy path in life. The Dandelion Seed’s Big Dream (received as a review copy from the publisher) sends an inspiring message – with a little determination…
Tags: Cris ArboEarly ElementaryGoalsIllustrationInspirationJane CowlesJoseph AnthonyNatureNature BooksPicture BooksPreschoolers
I have to be honest. The first time I read There Are No Animals In This Book (Only Feelings), I didn’t get it. I thought it was nonsensical, silly and quite frankly pointless. An unrelated discussion with a friend…
Tags: Chani SanchezEarly ElementaryEmotionFeelingsHumorJane CowlesPreschoolers
Almost an Animal Alphabet by Katie Viggers is a sensory delight. First of all, I love the feel of the book. The cover is like a wood panel with a smooth suede surface. The color palette soft yet harmonized. The style…
Tags: AnimalsIllustrationJane CowlesKatie ViggersOwlsPreschoolers
This is a book for children with active minds and bodies. The ABCs of Nutrition by Robert Orchanian teaches children (ages 2 to 5) the abc’s and introduces them to vegetables and fruit with a colorful cast of home…
Tags: AlphabetBalletFruitsGood for ToddlersHealthy ChoicesHealthy EatingHealthy LivingJane CowlesKarateLacrossePreschoolersRobert OrchanianVegetable BooksVegetablesYoga
A Long Way Away: A Two-Way Story by Frank Viva is full of unusual illustrations that add a unique curiosity and distinctive style (reminiscent of Dr. Seuss) to this picture book, which I received as a review copy.…
Tags: Frank VivaIllustrationJane CowlesOceanPreschoolersSpace
Jasper’s Story: Saving Moon Bears is as much a story about the consequences of cruelty to animals as it is about learning to trust again after your heart has been broken. It is a story of recovery and resilience that…
Tags: Animal AbuseEarly ElementaryJane CowlesJill RobinsonMarc BekoffMoon Bears
Open your eyes; love is everywhere. Love You When by Linda Kranz is a sensory exploration of the concept of unconditional love. My favorite line is: I only have to look at you and by your expression I know what you…
Tags: BedtimeJane CowlesLinda KranzLoveNatureNature BooksPreschoolersUnconditional Love
Hayes Roberts’ ironic tone intrigues both children and adults. In The Wiener Dog Magnet, he pokes fun at what can be a parent’s nightmare – when a child wants a pet. In this case, Kiki Marie, the main character, uses…
Tags: DachshundsDogsE-BooksFemale ProtagonistHayes RobertsJane Cowles
Seashells by the Seashore by Marianne Berkes is an interactive guide to seashells which tells a delightful story about children combing the sandy shore for shells to give to Sue’s grandmother as a birthday present.…
Tags: BeachBiologyCountingE-BooksEarly ElementaryGrandparentsIllustrationJane CowlesMarianne BerkesNatureNature BooksRobert NoreikaSea LifeSeashells
I am a lover of books, in particular the feel of the pages, so I was reluctant to peruse the world of e-books. But the title of Hayes Roberts’ e-book Invisible Alligators caught my eye and the first line captured my…
Tags: AlligatorsE-BooksHayes RobertsIllustrationJane CowlesPicture BooksPreschoolers
One Cool Friend by Toni Buzzeo (pictures by David Small) explores the quirky interests of a father and son in an accepting and playful way. Elliot is a little man with manners. Dressed in a tux, Elliot cannot be…
Tags: ActivitiesAnimals in CaptivityAquariumsCommunicationDavid SmallDifferencesEarly ElementaryFathersJane CowlesParentingParentsPenguinsToni BuzzeoWild Animals in Captivity
Recently, I discovered this gem on the shelves of my local library. A Meal of the Stars: Poems Up and Down by Dana Jensen is a uniquely delightful composition of poems. The words portray the size, shape, smell and…
Tags: Dana JensenEarly ElementaryJane CowlesNatureNature BooksOlder ElementaryPoetryTricia Tusa