(3) PS Illustrated by Stephen Savage. Never mind that candlestick: "Jack B. Ninja! Jack, be quick! / Jack, jump over the bamboo stick!" Young Jack proceeds to dive underwater, bust into a bandit cave, and recover stolen treasure. This sleekly illustrated stealth fantasy inspired by the classic nursery rhyme becomes even more fantastical when the bandits turn out to be Jack's family members, who present him with a birthday cake.

Reviewer: Nell Beram

(3) PS Illustrated by Stephen Savage. A young polar bear sets off alone on a wonder-filled walk among sleeping animals and falling stars, returning to snuggle into her "mother bear's soft, warm fur." This story is tailor-made for toddlers who are working hard to establish independence without giving up security. The board book version maintains the original picture book's emotional warmth and the artistic integrity of its evocative illustrations.

Reviewer: Viki Ash | Horn Book Magazine Issue: November, 2004

(3) PS Illustrated by Stephen Savage. The ever-inquisitive polar bear cub (Polar Bear Night) ventures out into the early morning light while her mama is still sleeping, and she soon runs into a curiosity. Simple linocut illustrations make effective use of color and perspective; the words and visuals bring to life the Arctic world of snow and sea in this joyous celebration of independent exploration and first friendship.

Reviewer: Julie Roach

(4) PS Illustrated by Stephen Savage. As the sun sets, all types of fathers return to their little ones: a rabbit to his bunnies, a dog to his pups, and a sailor to his little boy. In this newly discovered manuscript, the text's constructions aren't always parallel, so at times the cadence is irregular. Retro-style linocuts in eye-catching colors evoke the bond between father and child.

Reviewer: Rebecca Reed Whidden

(2) PS Illustrated by Stephen Savage. Bold linocut prints in cool blues offer visual tranquility in this soothing bedtime tale. A polar bear cub wakes and sets out across the snow, passing sleeping animals on the land and in the sea. Then a meteor shower begins, lighting up "everything the little bear loves." Strong lines and simple shapes create clear images for young viewers.

Reviewer: Lauren Adams | Horn Book Magazine Issue: November, 2004