Teresa Bateman's love of stories came from her mother who incouraged all her children to read. When she was young she used to tell stories to her sister, who shared a room with her. That tradition only carried on to her nieces and nephews. Her love of stories led to to pursue a career as a librarian.
Donald O Dell, a
lonely handyman, happens upon a trapped Leprechaun. He rescues the poor
creature and is offered a pot of gold. Yet, gold is not what Donald O’ Dell
wants, and so he refused the Leprechaun’s offer. The Leprechaun, offended by
this tries all kinds of shenanigans to get Donald to accept his gold. Until
finally, one day the Leprechaun manages to lead Donald to what he really wants.
I felt like this picture book was a bit text heavy, but the story was a satisfying and clever read.
Another Irish theme tale about a woman named Fiona, who
outwits the Leprechaun King. Ireland used to be a place full of luck for
everyone until the Leprechauns became jealous of how much luck the humans were
using. So they collected it all up and as a result everyone suffered. The crops
refused to grow, cow didn’t give milk, and hens wouldn’t lay eggs anymore.
Fiona uses her wits to trick the Leprechauns into sharing their luck again.
I liked how this story arc felt like an old piece of
folklore--magical creatures, a witty heroine, and a clever twist at the
end. A very satisfying read.
This is a charming story and so much fun for April Fool’s
Day! I loved the brief text, and funny illustrations and a twist that made me
laugh at the end.
This story is about a proud little frog who goes out to greet the other animals in the rain forest and tell them about his mighty feat of eating the biggest fly in the whole world. He should be more careful because he runs into a forest creature that is more interested in eating him then hearing him talk.
Fluffy by Teresa Bateman
Fluffy the poodle is out for a pleasant cruise on his yhat
and is captured by pirates. What is a dog to do but bluff his way out of the
situation. Fluffy, despite his soft name and appearance must prove his mettle
and his gruff or the pirates will force him to walk the plank.
I loved the delightful lyrical verse in this funny pictures
book that showcases the cleverness and bravery of one very resourceful pup.
Fluffy truly becomes the scourge of the sea of at least of the pirate captain.
In an unfortunate twist of fate mom is out of town just when
the barnyard animals start to show signs of sickness. The cow lets out a huge “Ka-choo.”
So our main character decides to do just as his mom would do. He pulls the cow
into the house and into nice warm bed. She seems to be doing well after getting
some tissues and a nice pot of alfalfa tea. Then more “Ka-choos” spread around
the farm. Pretty soon the chickens, pigs, turkeys, donkey, and sheep have all
been infected too!
Soon the entire house is full of animals needing care and
attention. Soon our caring protagonist begins to get the hint that the animals
are taking advantage. His mom has taught him how to take care of that too.
I love the pictures that attend this hilarious picture book
text. They are the right blend of lighthearted and funny.
The story is familiar twelve wee princesses up late up into
the night. Each morning their shoes are in a terrible state. A suspicious
father hires investigators too discover just what his daughters are doing
staying up so late. With tricks a plenty the princesses keep the investigators
off their tail until the shoemaker discovers just what they have been up to—basketball.
This clever retelling of the twelve dancing princesses has a
unique and clever twist that will leave you cheering.
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