(4) K-3 Translated by Kathryn Bishop. Illustrated by Eve Tharlet. Even though marmot Bruno knows it's time to hibernate, he doesn't want to sleep. His animal friends suggest Bruno spend the winter (awake) with them, but he reluctantly hunkers down. Then, as Bruno hibernates, his winter dreams have him flying alongside swallows, climbing mountains with goats, etc.: "Anything is possible in dreams." Full-spread, earth-toned paintings create an attractive rural landscape for the heavy-handed story.

Reviewer: Grace Worcester Greene

(4) K-3 Translated by Kathryn Bishop. Illustrated by Mandy Schlundt. Sophie and Grandma Elizabeth go to the local dance, just like Grandma used to do with Grandpa. Sophie is jealous when Grandma finds a partner but then realizes that Grandma always saves a special place for her. The wordy, nostalgic text is enhanced by Schlundt's richly colored, intentionally grainy illustrations, which indicate emotions with the curve of a line.

Reviewer: Sheila M. Geraty