January Picks

1. The Complete Tales and Poems of Winnie the Pooh by A. A. Milne

   In 1926, the world was introduced to a portly little bear named Winnie-the-Pooh. Along with his young friend, Christopher Robin, Pooh delighted readers from the very beginning. His often befuddled perceptions and adorable insights won the hearts of everyone around him, including his close group of friends. From the energetic Tigger to the dismal Eeyore, A. A. Milne created a charming bunch, both entertaining and inspirational. These simple creatures often reflected a small piece of all of us: humble, silly, wise, cautious, creative, and full of life.

2. The Smile Comics by Raina Telgemeier

   Smile is a graphic novel and autobiography written by Raina Telgemeier. It recounts her experiences in middle and high school and was initially published as a webcomic.

3. Goodnight Moon by Margaret Brown

   Goodnight Moon was written by Margaret Wise Brown and illustrated by Clement Hurd. It is a classic children's bedtime story written about a rabbit's routine before he goes to bed. Before his bedtime, the rabbit goes around the room and notices items within eyesight and says goodnight to all of them.

4. Whistle for Willie by Ezra Jack Keats
   Whistle for Willie is about a boy named Peter who tries and tries to whistle. Peter wants to whistle so badly that he practices and practices until he is finally able to do it. However, when he does so, it causes an unexpected event!

5. Barbie in the Nutcracker by E. T. A. Hoffmann and Hilary Hinkle
   The story is told by Barbie to her younger sister, Kelly, who is having trouble rehearsing a ballet solo and fears going onstage. A girl named Clara lives with Drosselmeyer, her stern grandfather, and Tommy, her younger brother. On Christmas Eve, they receive a surprise visit from their Aunt Elizabeth and receive a mysterious present.