(3) K-3 Illustrated by Mika Song. Delicate ink and watercolor illustrations show two siblings enjoying a rainy vacation week at home (e.g., the living room becomes Mars). Older sister Clare is bossy (especially about their snacks) until Harry finally gets to share his own ideas. Sibling rivalry and imaginative play is a winning combination--much like the "volcano sticks" (carrots) and "asteroid burgers" (cookies) they ultimately enjoy, together.

Reviewer: Rebecca Kirshenbaum

(4) YA Orca Currents series. Budding musician Ace starts a band with his friends only to realize that there's more to it than choosing the perfect name. With a battle of the bands contest coming up, Ace discovers his bandmates may not have as much motivation as he does. The quick and straightforward story, while entirely superficial, benefits from Staunton's laid-back narrative style.

Reviewer: Pearl Higgins