Brilliant board books

I've been talking a lot about Emma in my posts, which makes sense because for 4+ years she's been my primary reader. But, now I have baby Lindsay too. So, just to be fair, I thought for the next few days I'd write about my favorite board books. Lindsay's still too little to appreciate them, but we've started reading them to her none the less and I'm sure they will be her favorites too.

10. Time for Bed by Mem Fox

I was first introduced to this book by a coworker and friend. It was one of her granddaughter Emma's favorites and she thought my Emma would like it too. I'm so happy that she shared this with us. It's a rhyming book about different animals going to bed. The words and rhythm are wonderfully soothing, perfect for lulling little ones to sleep. It's just an absolute pleasure to read. Emma and I have read this over and over. And I'm sure that when Lindsay is old enough to listen to the words, they will lull her to sleep too.

11. Gossie by Olivier Dunrea

The same coworker also bought us Gossie. This cute book is about a gosling who likes to wear bright red boots. Gossie can't find her boots in this story, so she looks everywhere for them. It's so much fun to follow Gossie over hills and under haystacks, through the rain and the snow, until she finally finds them — on someone else's feet! Emma liked this book so much, I think I we both have the whole book memorized. We even bought some of the sequels (Gossie and Gertie and Boo Boo). But the original is definitely the best. Before I know it, Emma will be reading this to Lindsay. I can't wait.