Tonight I was watching my friends three kids. I have them, one by one, sit on my lap as I read them three different books. One of the books tonight was "Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon" by Patty Lovell. When I was done reading it, the oldest girl gave me a big hug and told me how much she loved the book, so if you don't take my recommendation take hers! :)
This book is perfect for little ones as well as older kids too. I've read it to a group of 4th graders (I've mentioned them before in previous posts) and they loved it as much as I do! From the mouths of babes my friends!
"Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon" is about a little girl who may not be the tallest or prettiest, but she knows who she is and isn't afraid to let her talents shine, which she does when she moves to a new school and gets picked on by a bully.
Not only does this children's book have a beautiful message and sweet theme, it also has some of the most stunning illustrations (done by David Catrow) I have ever seen! When ever I read it to a group of kiddos, they always tell me that their favorite part of the book was the pictures.
Moms: This is a perfect bedtime book, because it is short and sweet. Whenever I am watching my friends kiddos, and its bed time, I'm always looking for short books so the little ones will go to bed :)
Barnes and Noble has "Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon" at $15 hardback and Amazon has it at anywhere from $1.50 (paperback used) to $13 (hardback new). Don't forget your to look at a local library too!
Now, go and READ!!!
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