My Cold Went on Vacation by Molly Rausch illus by Nora Krug

My Cold Went on Vacation by Molly Rausch and illustrated by Nora Krug is a clever new book that is perfect to read on a cold and rainy day such as today (at least where I am).   So many friends of mine are either suffering from allergies or fighting a Spring cold.   This is a great book to read to a child while they are sick in bed to help stir their imagination.  I love the idea that a cold "actually" travels around the world. The little boy who narrates the book sounds like all the children I know who are inquisitive and curious.    It is an easy read with really fun and quirky illustrations.  I would have loved to read this at a story time.....just to see the kids reactions and thoughts about where a "cold" goes.....

Reference Sunday: Books about Germs

So many friends and family have children who have been sick lately. A dear friend's little boy has even been in the hospital with pneumonia. My nephew too has been home sick for a week. It seems like the flu or sickness is all around us. I thought for today's Reference Sunday books I would focus on some great books that deal with germs and being sick.

Here are the books I would recommend for kids and parents to read together about germs and being sick.

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You Can't Take Your Body to the Repair Shop: A Book About What Makes You Sick by Dr. Fred Ehrlich

Germs Make Me Sick by Melvin Berger

Germs Are Not For Sharing by Elizabeth Verdick

Bill Nye the Science Guy's Great Book of Tiny Germs by Bill Nye

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I hope all feel better soon and everyone stays healthy!!!!