(3) K-3 Illustrated by Claudio Munoz & Claudio Munoz. Normally a stay-at-home cat, Flute decides to join her canine companion, Daisy, on a nightly adventure in the park. After encountering some threatening cats and rescuing Daisy, Flute decides their quiet home is the best place for her. Set against a white background, the watercolor and line illustrations form endearing vignettes that subtly reveal setting and character.

Reviewer: Sheila M. Geraty

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Claudio Munoz. Lily loves to dance. She dances everywhere--at home, school, the sea--until a bad fall leaves her with a broken leg and spirit. The dancer's dream is rekindled with the help of a doll, who dances when Lily cannot. Sincere text and soft illustrations introduce the reader to the gracefulness and dedication of Lily's character and to the fluidity of her dancing.

Reviewer: Lauren Rizzuto

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Claudio Munoz. As Rosy describes the trauma of moving to a new home, watercolor and India ink illustrations shroud each page with gloomy grays and spooky, oversized shapes. Warmer hues surround Rosy when she finds a pet rabbit and meets Nancy, a new friend. The simple text and expressive illustrations convey the fears and anxieties a child may experience when leaving friends and familiar places.

Reviewer: Tanya D. Auger