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Learning to share can often be a tough lesson to teach children, but Binette Schroeder's book "Sir Lofty & Sir Tubb" finds a way to showcase the importance of this value in an easy way for kiddies.  The book, which is published by NorthSouth, follows Sir Lofty and Sir Tubb – and their wives – as they coexist in perfect peace in their two castles. They've let the wall fall down between their homes, and they often gather for dinner. But, a beautiful, perfect flower sparks envy and greed between the two families, as the wives argue over who fertilized – or watered it – first.  The story climaxes when their greed causes them to destroy the one item that broke up their friendship.  The story ends with a wonderful compromise that showcases the idea that a little bit of thought, humility, prudence and charity helps to solidify friendship. The text is humorous and easy to read, and it offers ample opportunity for discussion with children. In addition, it teaches children to look out for certain characters, words and phrases – c'mon, Sir Lofty is tall and Sir Tubb is stocky. It's funny and teaches kids new words. Plus, the images are hilarious and powerful; they help to solidify the message of sharing the author is imparting on the reader. I suggest you pick up the book today for some educational summer reading. 'Sir Lofty & Sir Tubb' [ages 3 and up] By Binette Schroeder (NorthSouth Books; $17.95; 32 pages)  Kristen Schott is OC Family's children's book editor. Be sure to check out "Storytime," my video book reviews, for more fun facts about stories you and your kiddies must read. Read with this innovative app Why do kids have all the fun? Get a look at Walter Diemer's invention Created for children, by children Ever heard of Dustpan, Texas? Looking back at the genre that started it all Do you know a 'Tiny Art Director'? 'How to Draw With Drew' Summer books Author spotlight: Henry Winkler Borders launches Double Dog Dare Reading Challenge 'Zack the Prairie Dog' Oh, what a kid-book world Young adult and children's lit in 1 place Earth Day is coming! Author spotlight: Rhonda Fischer 'That Cat Can't Stay' Calling all book lovers 'Where the Mild Things Are' by Maurice Send-up That dog's gettin' old 'Prentice Hall: The American Experience' Pick up this springtime counting book One whimsical story Anaheim Public Library launches book donation campaign Gosh, I love Spoonfuls of Stories 'Are You My Mother?' Poetry for kiddies Books aplenty in O.C. Vocab – it's not a nightmare anymore 'What reading can do for your kiddies' A look back Book with no words 'Pickle Things' Book vs. Kindle A world of magic awaits Hearts and hugs? 'Rita and Whatsit' Colds and books More 'Twilight'? 'Princess and the Frog' Where do you read? Are they really 'Indestructible'? Book journals 'Weezer Changes the World' 'All Kinds of Families' |
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