Lap Time for Little Ones:
Fabulous Rhyming Picture Books
Terry Miller Shannon
Kids (including my own grandchildren) adore rhyming
picture books! Here are just a few of our current
favorites:
Bear Snores On
By Karma Wilson, illustrated by Jane Chapman
A great bear snoozes in his cave, through the cold
dark winter. Along come a mouse, a hare, and other
animals. They light a fire, fix some snacks, and have
a party. And the bear keeps right on sleeping, until .
. . But I won't ruin the ending. My grandkids request
this joyous tribute to the power of friendship again
and again.
When Moon Fell Down
By Linda Smith, illustrated by Kathryn Brown
One night, moon fell down. His new perspective dazzled
him: horses had knees--who knew?! He and cow became
buddies, and headed off to town to explore. Linda
Smith's magical tale is sure to become a classic.
The Seven Silly Eaters
By Mary Ann Hoberman, illustrated by Marla Frazee
Have you had any experience with picky eaters? Mrs.
Peters goes all out to feed hers--all seven of them.
She squeezes lemonade, bakes homemade bread, etc, etc.
And what does she get in return? Quite the incredible
present, as you'll see. Marla Frazee's whimsical
illustrations are the perfect counterpart to a tale
that's both funny and heartwarming.
Down to the Sea with Mr. Magee
By Chris Van Dusen
Mr. Magee and his pooch, Dee, decide to spend the day
in their boat. Their cruise is leisurely until (oh,
dear!) they are accidentally flipped into a tree by a
whale. They can't get down! Finally, they are rescued
by the most unlikely of heroes. Chris Van Dusen's
rhyming adventure story and his bright retro
illustrations combine to make a perfect read-aloud.
About the Author
Terry Miller Shannon
and her son, Tim Warner, wrote a funny, rhyming picture book. Tim's
three-year-old bath-loving son inspired TUB TOYS
(Tricycle Press, 2002), which MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW says
is "..greatly recommended..whimsical and fun." Check
it out HERE!
