BOOK NOOK REVIEWS: Pamela Jane

***In celebration of one of my favorite times of the year, come join the fun as I romp through adorable holiday themed picture books every day from now until the end of the month as we count down to Halloween***

Title: Monster Mischief

Author: Pamela Jane

Illustrator: Vera Rosenberry

Publisher: Atheneum Books For Young Readers

Ages: 4 to 8

Synopsis: It's Halloween and five monsters are brewing up a savory Halloween stew with all the stickiest, ickiest ingredients you can imagine. But when a hungry monster gets too curious and tips the pot over, it's a scramble to calm inconsolable Moe until a knock on the door brings an unexpected guest and a big Halloween surprise!

Why you should read it: What better way to enjoy Halloween than with a great rhyming story and whimsical, colorful illustrations? There is a sense of great fun making monster stew as first a spotted frog, then other creatures like lizards and hairy spiders are added to the pot. But my favorite part of the story is when little monster Moe tries to sneak a peek and stew tumbles everywhere. Young readers will enjoy the surprise ending and beastie lovers will like what happens to the stew!

Like-O-Meter Rating: 5 out of 5...grab it!

BOOK NOOK REVIES: Pamela Jane

***In celebration of one of my favorite times of the year, come join the fun as I romp through adorable holiday themed picture books every day from now until the end of the month as we count down to Halloween***


Title: Little Goblins Ten

Author: Pamela Jane

Illustrator: Jane Manning

Publisher: Harper Collins Publlishers

Ages: 4 to 8

"Over in the forest

where the trees hide the sun

Lived a big mommy monster

And her little monster one."

Synopsis: It a kooky, spooky, silly twist to the old nursery rhyme Over In The Meadow as ghosts, goblins, and other cool beasties make their way through the forest on a creepy fun filled Halloween night.

Why you should read it: Anyone who knows me can tell you my favorite time of the year is the fall. For me, Halloween begins the official holiday season in my house! Author Pamela Jane has managed to turn an old nursery rhyme into a new tale for reading on a crisp Autumn evening. I couldn't wait to turn the page and see what other creatures of the night would go on a fun romp through the forest. Illustrator Jane Manning's delightful artwork is a perfect compliment to this engaging story that will have your own little beastie coming back for more!

Like-O-Meter Rating: 5 out of 5...grab it!