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K is for Knifeball by Avery Monsen and Jory John

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Monsen, Avery, and John, Jory. K is for Knifeball: An Alphabet of Terrible Advice. Chronicle. 80p. 2012. ISBN 9781452103310 ) THIS IS BY NO MEANS A CHILDREN'S BOOK! With an introduction, disclaimer geared towards"young readers," this book's attempt at the alphabet was not a child approved way. Suggesting children to do terrible, often illegal things like drinking cabernet, or letting strangers into their homes, I would not put this book on display. Knowing that this is truly a parody of alphabet books, it comedic value should be placed in the adult section, not the children's section. With its bright colors and smiling inanimate objects, this book can look appealing to children. 
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That's Not Your Mommy Anymore by Mark Mogk

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Mogk, Mark, That's Not Your Mommy Anymore. Illustrated by Aja Wells. Ulysses Press.  32p. 2011. ISBN 9781569759264 This book was a bit traumatizing to read. Starting off sweet, this book took a horrific turn. When the mother turns into a zombie, the illustrations are filled with gore and terror. There's a scene of cannibalism and blood. My least favorite thing is that there is no conflict resolution for the child, he is on his own, waiting to be rescued. I see where Mogk tried to make this story comical but in my opinion, it was terryfying. I would not recommend this book for younger readers but it may  be more appropriate for middle grade readers.
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Go the F**k to Sleep by Adam Mansbach

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Mansbach, Adam. Go the F**k to Sleep. Illustrated by Ricardo Cortes. Akashic. 17p. 2011. ISBN 9781617750250 Though absolutely hilarious, this book isn't suited for a children's section. With a negative tone and profanity on every page, Go the F**k to Sleep , is a picture book intended to be read by adults. Relatable to parents who may have trouble getting their child to sleep, this book talks about the frustrations and avoidances that occur during bedtime. Illustrated with children, this should not be mistaken as a children's book. Though parents do have the choice of reading this book to their children, this would not be a book I openly recommend. 
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Little Blue Truck's Springtime by Alice Schertle

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Shertle, Alice, Little Blue Truck's Springtime. Illustrated by Jill McElmurry. HMH Books. 16p. 2018. ISBN 9780544938090. Ages ( 1 and up) For lovers of the Little Blue Truck series, this springtime installment is an excellent addition to the collection. Little Blue is driving around the farm with his good friend Toad. As they drive around the farm, they see new little additions hiding around! An interactive flap book will have readers discovering baby farm animals just born. Shertle uses rhyming and counting to get around the farm. Brightly painted, McElmurry, depicts a spring day on the farm. 
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How do you feel? by Rebecca Bender

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 Bender, Rebecca. How Do You Feel? Pajama Press. 37p. 2016. ISBN 9781772780130 ) Ages (0 and up). A soft padded board book describing textures by using imagery. How do you feel? Cast an array of woodland creatures, in which hedgehog asks how do you feel? Bender'sillustrations show hedgehog looking more confused as he concerning ask his friends how do you feel? Teaching the readers about synonyms as well as textures. Hedgehog means to ask his friends about their emotional state, not their texture. What would have really enhanced this board book is if the book had texture spots for a sensory experience.
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What a Hoot! By Frann Preston- Gannon

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Preston-Gannon, Frann. What a Hoot! Pow! 20p.2015. ISBN 9781576877586 Ages ( 0 and up) A concept book, as characterized by owls of all shapes, sizes, and colors. This book teaches rhyming and opposites. Illustrated with vivid colors and fun background additions like find the snail, Children will be this book is a hoot. A tad bit bigger than an average board book, this book is great for a toddler storytime or a lap reading session.
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The Ways I Will Love You by Rachel Boehm

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Boehm, Rachel. The Ways I Will Love You. Illustrated by Mary Jane Gerber. Orca Book. 24p.2010. ISBN  9781554691876 Ages (0 and up) Boehm shows that a mother's love is everlasting.  As she plays and watches her baby grow, the soothing rhythm of the text is sure to enchant the audience with its soft lullaby feel. Illustrated, to show moments of affection in everyday lives, the mother and child are always smiling and happy together in each scene. Children and parents will count the ways they show and receive love.
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