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Children's Book Reviews

Copyright 1999 by Katie McAllaster Weaver

This month's theme is small publishers. Enjoy!

To Pee or Not to Pee

by Linda Johns
illustrated by Dana Regan
(Infinity Plus One)

To Pee or Not to Pee, that is the perfect question. The answer, of course, is "yes," after Will tries out a few alternative uses for his "big boy potty." With stickers and tattoos included and toddler-friendly illustrations, reluctant potty users will soon be following in Will's footsteps-straight to the potty!

The Ambitious Baker's Batter

By Wendy Sesse
(Red Wheelbarrow Press, Inc.)

Wendy Seese's Ambitious Baker's Batter is a sweet story of a doughnut maker who wishes to create something more important than doughnuts. (What could be more important than donuts?!) With energetic illustrations and plenty of perseverance, The Ambitious Baker's Batter is sure to appeal to your sweet tooth.

The Doll on the Top of the Shelf

by Ruth Turk
illustrated by Per Volquartz
Owl's House Press ( Children's Books at Owl's House)

For sighted children, Annie Mae might be a less than enticing doll, with her faded dress and lack of eyelashes. But for Natalie, who can't see, Annie Mae felt just right. Although the unwanted, not-so-perfect toy is a familiar one, the added touch of Braille along with pictures and text, makes The Doll on the Top of the Shelf appealing to all your senses.


The reviews listed here are Copyright 1999 by Katie McAllaster Weaver. Please do not make unauthorized copies of this article.