Media Matters

 Board books by Roger Priddy. ABC  123 Animal Opposites I like that this series of board books can be interacted with in multiple ways by different ages. The large sturdy pages with textured fingerprint illustrations are great for a baby to explore. A preschooler can begin to grasp the concepts being taught. And an older child could enjoy trying to recreate their own thumbprint creatures in this style.

 Board book by Sierra Wilson. This is perfect as a board book. On the left is one sentence about something Jesus did, with an accompanying picture. On the right is the repeated phrase, “So can I” with a corresponding picture. The repeated phrase can be said or read by the child, making it more interactive. The pictures are lovely. It’s likening the scriptures in a toddler accessible way.

 Picture book by Dr. Seuss A fun interactive book to read with a toddler. Lots of interesting noises to make!

 Picture Book by Deborah Diesen When I first read this, I was underwhelmed. However, after listening to my son in law read it as a rap, I’m convinced that is how it was intended to be read. It works SO well! It’s also a good lesson in fixed mindset vs. growth mindset.

 Board book by Tad Hills.. I’m not a fan of most of the Duck and Goose books, but this one is funny, and my granddaughter loves to shake her head NO at all the wrong places they look for a pumpkin.

 Board book by Nicola Smee. A fun board book to read while bouncing a toddler on your lap to the “clip clop clippety clop” rhythm.

 Book by Brandon Sanderson. This was a thoroughly original premise, executed with Sanderson’s trademark humor, moral quandaries,  and character growth. Despite its thickness, it was a quick read. The illustrations were delightful. Note: there was some mild swearing and some violence. Aimed at teens and adults, not children.