(4) K-3 Illustrated by Russell Julian. This sentimental British import describes little rabbit Pocket's search for the meaning of Christmas. Following footprints in the snow, Pocket finds joy in a bird's song and the promise of falling snowflakes, then takes special pleasure in sharing food with a mouse baby. Purple-tinged snow-filled pictures set in a woodland forest reflect the comforts of the Christmas season.

Reviewer: Sheila M. Geraty

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Russell Julian. When Emma's cows gets mixed up with Cowboy Kirby's, he suggests: "Count 1, 2, 3, 4... / Keep the cattle in a line. / Even numbers will be yours. / All the odd ones will be mine." After the cows start roaming, Kirby mistakenly halves his total while Emma's grows and grows. Playful illustrations of mischievous bovines reinforce the story's humor.

Reviewer: Tanya D. Auger

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Russell Julian. Impractical Goat and levelheaded Donkey are best friends. In Outdoors, Goat agonizes over where to vacation, and Donkey helps him realize the beauties of home. In Sunglasses, Goat shops for items they don't need, and Donkey supports his friend despite his goofiness. The plot lines in these British imports are a bit treacly. Bright paintings effectively illustrate the friends' facial expressions. Review covers these titles: Goat and Donkey in Strawberry Sunglasses and Goat and Donkey in the Great Outdoors.

Reviewer: Abby Harper Kingsbury

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Russell Julian. Impractical Goat and levelheaded Donkey are best friends. In Outdoors, Goat agonizes over where to vacation, and Donkey helps him realize the beauties of home. In Sunglasses, Goat shops for items they don't need, and Donkey supports his friend despite his goofiness. The plot lines in these British imports are a bit treacly. Bright paintings effectively illustrate the friends' facial expressions. Review covers these titles: Goat and Donkey in Strawberry Sunglasses and Goat and Donkey in the Great Outdoors.

Reviewer: Abby Harper Kingsbury