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Tumblebooks are animated, talking picture books from well-known authors and publishers. 
Bag in the Wind
Book review by Sue, Waupaca Area Public Library staff
Title: Bag in the Wind
Author: Ted Kooser
I’m using this book for Earth Day! It tells the simple story of a plastic bag that is blown out of the landfill. As it drifts into the lives of several townsfolk, we get a story that connects us all through simple acts of recycling and conservation. This book also has very interesting facts about how many plastic bags are used and what the consequences are for future generations. I recommend it for all ages.
Missing Mittens
Book review by Kelly, Weyauwega Public Library staff
Title: Missing Mittens
Author: Stuart J. Murphy
Every animal on Farmer Bill’s farm is missing one mitten! Children can investigate odd and even numbers as they unravel the missing mittens mystery! The illustrations in this book are funny and cute. There is one picture of Farmer Bill’s cow, and she is wearing her on her UDDER! This book is an easy MathStart level 1 book. In MathStart books, pictures do more than tell stories, they teach math. This is a wonderful concept and a great book.
The three little fish and the big bad shark
Book review by Elizabeth, Muehl Public Library (Seymour) staff
Title: The three little fish and the big bad shark
Author: Ken Geist
Patterned after ’The Three Little Pigs’ this delightful read aloud gives the shark an interesting punishment at the end so he can no longer be threatening. Of course, I am happy that the smartest fish is female!
The Problem Child
Book review by Elizabeth, Muehl Public Library (Seymour) staff
Title: The Problem Child
Author: Michael Buckley
This series has been recommended to me by several kids. The action is very fast and prevalent. This is also an example of fractured fairy tales. You have to know your fairy tales well to catch on. The book also has many plays on words which I enjoy–it shows the wit of the author. I get the appeal–the book is fantasy and everyone is coping with defeating the evil without being tempted by it. Learning magic is integral. Definitely should start with book number one and move forward. My question is: who is the problem child? Sabrina or Uncle Jake?
My Red Mittens
Book review by Kelly, Weyauwega Public Library staff
Title: My Red Mittens
Author: Candy Crocker
This book is about a boy who delights in a winter’s day as he puts on his new pair of fuzzy, red mittens and goes out to play in the snow. Children will love touching the fuzzy, red mittens on every page of this book. Follow along on his adventures building a snowman, tasting an icicle and packing snowballs. The wonderful text and colorful illustration make this book a winner.
Tales from the Waterhole
Book review by Elizabeth, Muehl Public Library (Seymour) staff
Title: Tales from the Waterhole
Author: Bob Graham
Cute little chapter book (4 chapters) about the family life of crocodiles.
The Night Fairy
Book review by Debbie, New London Public Library staff
Title: The Night Fairy
Author: Laura Amy Schlitz
Flory the night fairy encounters a young, disoriented brown bat who accidentally crunches off her new and delicate wings. She is alone and terrified in a garden of frights and strangeness. Flory has to learn to fend for herself, cast spells, get along with other creatures and lives in the daylight. Flory learns some good lessons along her way to discovering that even a teeny-tiny fairy can make a big difference in the lives of others.
When You Reach Me
Book review by Jodi, New London Public Library staff
Title: When You Reach Me
Author: Rebecca Stead
This story takes place in New York City in 1978. Six-grader Miranda, who would not be caught without her copy of “A Wrinkle in Time”, lives with her mother, who is preparing to be a participant in the tv show “$20,000 Pyramid”. Miranda receives a series of mysterious notes from an unknown writer. At first the notes are frightening because they claim they want to save her life. But as Miranda starts putting together clues in the notes and her everyday experiences, she begins to realize that the author of these notes must know the future. A compelling story that will appeal to a wide variety of readers. Winner of 2010 Newbery Medal.
Our Three Bears
Book review by Rose, Kaukauna Public Library staff
Title: Our Three Bears
Author: Ron Hirschi
This nonfiction book does an excellent job of comparing and contrasting black bears, grizzly bears, and polar bears. Each bear has a section devoted to their description while providing comparisons to the other two bears. Basic descriptions are provided in large easy to read text. More detailed information is given in The Bear Facts insertions. The breathtaking photographs of all three types of bears inspire feelings of protection for the bearsâ?T natural habitats.
The Long Gone Lonesome History of Country Music
Book review by Ellen, Sturm Memorial Library (Manawa) staff
Title: The Long Gone Lonesome History of Country Music
Author: Bret Bertholf
Country music fans will enjoy this hilarious look at the history of country music. How many times do we really think about the origins of country music and how it came to be the popular monster (as the author calls it)it is today. Country music started in the country of course, in the homes and barns of rural America in the South and East. As it spread across the country it picked up the 2nd part of its name - Western - and a long the way a lot of stars were born and money was made.
The author has created an easy to read, full of fun facts book that everyone will enjoy. This is not another dull history book! One of the most hilarious things in the book is a two page spread about nicknames. The author created a chart and with the chart you can come up with a new nickname for yourself. I just hope your new last name doesn’t end up being Toejam.