(4) PS Illustrated by Cliff Wright. This book's text consists of sentiments that trail from the line "I wish you...," e.g., "A path that goes from here / to everywhere. / Daydreams like birds / unfolding wide white wings." The slightly precious verse is accompanied by muted, naturalistic watercolors of a young rabbit, its parents, and its animal friends. While the sentiments are lovely, they are more likely to stir parents' emotions than to engage children.

Reviewer: Christine M. Heppermann

(3) PS Share-a-Story series. Illustrated by Cliff Wright. When Una the bear cub is told she may only leave the den when spring comes, she sneaks out to look for her, asking the other forest animals she meets: "Are you Spring?" The pleasant illustrations, which feature cuddly animals and an attractive woodland setting, complement the quiet story. The volume begins and concludes with notes to parents suggesting related activities.

Reviewer: Anne St. John

(3) PS Illustrated by Cliff Wright. A young badger describes what happens when his parents fight: "It gets dark, and I am lost. It gets cold, and I shiver." Against expressive watercolors of the arguing parents, the child badger creeps through a stormy landscape, dramatically rendered in stark, wintry tones. Later, when the parents are friends, the badger's spirits rise. The text has a comforting rhythm, and the art is striking.

Reviewer: Anita L. Burkam