"E" Is For Elisa

"E" is for Elisa is about a four-year old girl under the shadow of a big brother. Although Ivy is not under the shadow of a big brother, she can certainly relate to the antics Elisa gets herself into. Elisa wants what she wants - whether it is a beach day in the winter, jumping as far as her big brother, or wearing her bathing suit in the winter. Although a bit boring from an adult perspective, Ivy was taken in - hook, line, and sinker. We ordered the other books in the series; we will report back! Another note - it is illustrated by Lillian Hoban, the illustrator for the Frances series.

Bread and Jam for Frances

Another oldie but goodie...The Frances Books by Lillian and Russell Hoban.  Ivy just loves Frances, a spunky and adorable badger.  Frances learns lessons dear to Ivy's heart - sharing with friends, trying new foods, stalling at bedtime, letting someone else have attention, etc.  Frances is famous for her little poems, ability to push the boundaries on everything, and strong personality. There are six of these delightful books and Ivy has read five this week.


Here is an example from Bread and Jam for Frances:

   Frances did not eat her egg.
   She sang a little song to it.
   She sang the song very softly:


   I do not like the way you slide,
   I do not like your soft inside,
   I do not like you lots of ways,
   And I could do for many days
   Without eggs.