(4) PS Translated by Joan Sandin. Illustrated by Catarina Kruusval. One by one, a group of farm animals creeps into Bubble and Pearl's tent looking for a place to sleep. From small mice to a big horse, each animal finds a cozy spot to sleep without any objections from the two children. A simple text with an unfortunately abrupt ending is accompanied by lighthearted illustrations suitable for preschoolers.

Reviewer: Hilary Breed Van Dusen

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Catarina Kruusval. In this lighthearted fantasy, two elderly, retired sailor brothers are saddled with the care of their grandnephew Bubble for a week. When the ship model they've put together swells into a full-si11958

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(4) 1-3 Translated by Frances Corry. Illustrated by Catarina Kruusval. In the sequel to Here Comes Pontus! the little brown pony spends the winter in a box stall and begins his training. The text-heavy and often crowded book narrated by Pontus, includes facts about care, safety, and horse terminology. Cartoonlike watercolors make the ponies appear babyish, but readers will enjoy learning about horse care straight from the horse's mouth. Ind.

Reviewer: Anita L. Burkam