Opposites

Opposites

Patrick George

I'm not always a fan of the more abstract children's picture books but this one is very clever.  Each pair of opposites has a clear page between them which flips between each opposite to illustrate the concept.  Our younger child flipped the page multiple times and was fascinated at how just changing a background could "change" the shape so much.  If you enjoy optical illusions then this is a good starter for getting your kids into them too.

I am Not a Worm!

I am Not a Worm!

Scott Tulloch

 Apparently I am a sucker for cheeky chameleons because here's another goodie featuring one.  The illustrations are bright and full page and the repeated "button pushing" by the chameleon will drive your kids crazy in a good way, then the punchline is unexpected and hilarious.  Perhaps this appealed to me because it struck a little close to home... I've had conversations like this...

Watch Out for the Crocodile

Watch Out for the Crocodile

Lisa Moroni

Eva Eriksson

 This sweet story of a little girl's camping trip with her dad is pretty average but what makes it interesting are the illustrations which morph into animals as the girl's imagination runs wild.  Hopefully it will aid in your own imagination being led into fantastic places too.

Oh No! (or how my science experiment destroyed the world)

Oh No! (Or How My Science Experiment Destroyed the World)

Mac Barnett

Dan Santat

 

This book (and it's sequel: Oh No! Not Again!) are a great study in what can go wrong when you set about trying to solve a problem with science and the science kinda gets away on you.  They are humorous tales and the illustrations by Dan Santat are amazing!  Super vibrant, full page, beautiful fun on every page.