Building Books
By Megan Wagner Lloyd, Illustrated By Brianne Farley
Alfred A. Knopf
Siblings Katie and Owen can’t see eye to eye on which is better: reading or building with blocks. Katie loves creating new things with her blocks; Owen enjoys learning about different worlds in his books. But when the school librarian has each try the other’s hobby, they begin to realize the wonders that can come from each.
Mrs. Claus Takes the Reins
By Sue Fliess, Illustrated By Mark Chambers
Two Lions
It’s Christmas eve, and Santa Claus is sick as a yeti. To make sure that Christmas is not cancelled, Mrs. Claus assumes her husband’s role. After making her list and checking it twice, she sets off in the sleigh. Through testy weather and other challenges, Mrs. Claus is determined to deliver presents to all the world’s children in this new holiday tale.