(4) K-3 Fairy Tales Today series. Illustrated by Erica Jane Waters. In this recasting of Andersen's tale, dance class bully Emma always gets her way until a new student promises her a magnificent tutu visible only to "amazing dancers." Of course, no one wants to admit they can't see the tutu. While true to the story's origins, Emma doesn't get to redeem herself, which is unfortunate in this context. Friendly illustrations play out the drama.

Reviewer: Morgan Stewart

(4) 1-3 Perfectly Poppy series. Illustrated by Erica-Jane Waters. A transitional-reader series about a typical little kid named Poppy who faces typical little-kid challenges, like eating too much junk food (Party) and not having a good idea for the neighborhood "active talent show" (Talent). The saccharine books focus on healthy living and present clear conflicts and resolutions. Each chapter is accompanied by endearing, colorful illustrations. Discussion questions and activities are appended. Glos. Review covers these Perfectly Poppy titles: Party Pooper and Talent Trouble.

Reviewer: Lana Barnes

(4) 1-3 Perfectly Poppy series. Illustrated by Erica-Jane Waters. A transitional-reader series about a typical little kid named Poppy who faces typical little-kid challenges, like eating too much junk food (Party) and not having a good idea for the neighborhood "active talent show" (Talent). The saccharine books focus on healthy living and present clear conflicts and resolutions. Each chapter is accompanied by endearing, colorful illustrations. Discussion questions and activities are appended. Glos. Review covers these Perfectly Poppy titles: Party Pooper and Talent Trouble.

Reviewer: Lana Barnes