(4) K-3 Illustrated by Candace Whitman. In this slight story, one of three baby robins is afraid to leave his nest. Stalling by asking his parents details of the nest's construction, he finally makes his first wobbly flight. Torn-paper collage creates impressionistic pictures that are often appealingly simple. An author's note on robins and how they build their nests is included.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(4) PS Harper Growing Tree series. Illustrated by Candace Whitman. This slight rhymed verse celebrates a day of winter activities. Printed on sturdy stock, the text's playful word pairs, "Wiggle wiggle / window squiggles," "Wag wag / tail zigzags," will amuse young listeners. The soft, textured illustrations depict sledding, snowman building, and finally a cozy grouping around the fire sharing cookies and warm drinks.

Reviewer: Sheila M. Geraty