Children's book reviews January 2010
Reviews of some books recently acquired by the Philipsburg Jubilee Library. These reviews have also appeared in The Daily Herald

                                      
                                      
The Book of Cards for kids
By Gail MacCollA complete introduction for kids and a refresher for adults
35 great card games, challenge your friends to concentration. Deal out Hearts on the beach.
Round up your parents, your siblings, your cousins for a friendly game of Blackjack.
Here are the exciting card games that kids and their families have been enjoying for years.
Work on your poker face. Keep your cards close to the vest. Bluff- go ahead, its fun.
Because playing well is more than the luck of the draw.
For young readers aged 9 to 12years and up.
 

 My nine book
By Jane Belk Moncure
Introducing little Nine. He is an imaginative
and lighthearted boy.
Who enjoys counting to nine.
Join little Nine as he counts his lively toys.
For young readers aged 3 to 6

 

Girl friends how to be friends forever
By Sarah Delmege
Friends- they make you laugh, share their clothes,
support you when you most need it,and they sometimes make you cry.
No matter how hard the going gets,
Every girl needs her friends.
Being a good friend takes time and understanding.
Girlfriends will help you have fun along the way.
For young readers aged 9 to 12 years and up.

Say goodnight
By Helen Oxenbury
Delightful board books:
featuring sweet and cuddly babies at play.
For young readers aged 0 to 3