Children's Book Monday

Baby Danced the Polka
by Karen Beaumont
Illustrated by Jennifer Plecas


Did you hear what Mama told you?
Did you hear what Papa said?
It's your naptime, little baby,
Now you better stay in bed!

I quote these lines to Eliana often throughout the day, and she lights up and says, "Po-ka Baby!"

With fold-out flaps, brightly colored pictures, and funny rhymes, Baby Danced the Polka is a sure hit with your toddler. There are many opportunities for your little one to point to a barnyard animal and say the name; the previous line with a rhyming word will help their little minds remember:

While Papa hauled the water,
And Mama fixed the CHOW,
Baby danced the cha-cha with
The chocolate-colored COW!

Giggles galore, we love this book- it must be read every. single. day. At least thrice.

(Next week, along with our reviews, let's share some tips about library day- how do we accomplish it with our children in tow? How do we find the really good, quality books? How do we keep track of our books once we get them home? I think there are some mama's out there who would love to get some advice on this wonderful day- sound good?)

Happy Reading!