Review: The Wheels on the Ice

Title: The Wheels on the Ice
Author: Elena Sturgess, Sakshi Mangal
Genre: Children’s, Board Book
Publisher: Taffy Tales
Source: Publisher
Format: Board book
Release Date: October 7, 2025
Rating: ★★★★★

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Synopsis:

Wheels on the Ice takes the classic nursery rhyme you love and gives it a hilarious hockey twist! From the creative minds at Taffy Tales and everyone’s favorite storyteller, Mother Moose, this playful board book brings the rink to life with Zambonis, players, and all the excitement of game day—set to the tune of Wheels on the Bus.

Review:

This board book is a twist on the song “The Wheels on the Bus.” Instead of the bus, this book is set at a hockey rink and the wheels on the ice are on the Zamboni which cleans the ice. It is a clever twist on the traditional rhyming song. I think families who love hockey will love this book!

The Wheels on the Ice is a fun board book!

Thank you Taffy Tales for providing a copy of this book as part of a sponsored campaign!

Have you read The Wheels on the Ice? What did you think of it?

Review: Ten Teeny Fingers and Teen Teeny Toes

Title: Ten Teeny Fingers and Ten Teeny Toes
Author: Elena Sturgess, Katya Zolina
Genre: Children’s, Board Book
Publisher: Taffy Tales
Source: Publisher
Format: Board book
Release Date: October 7, 2025
Rating: ★★★★★

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Goodreads Synopsis:

This heartwarming board book cherishes all the tiny joys of babyhood―from soft skin and chubby cheeks to the sweetest little toes. With gentle, rhyming text and adorable illustrations of a cuddly koala parent and baby, it’s perfect for snuggly read-aloud moments. Ideal for bedtime, playtime, or quiet bonding, this book helps parents and caregivers savor every precious detail of their little one.

Review:

In this board book, a mother koala tells her baby all the parts of him that she loves. The koala illustrations are adorable. I can imagine parents reading this book with babies or toddlers and acting out the phrases as they read.

Ten Teeny Fingers and Ten Teeny Toes is a cute board book!

Thank you Taffy Tales for providing a copy of this book as part of a sponsored campaign!

Have you read Ten Teeny Fingers and Ten Teeny Toes? What did you think of it?

Review: America ABC

Title: America ABC
Author: Judy Wilson
Genre: Children’s, Board Book
Publisher: Taffy Tales
Source: Publisher
Format: Board book
Release Date: September 2, 2025
Rating: ★★★★★

Synopsis:

Celebrate the spirit of America with America ABC, an exciting and whimsical board book that introduces young readers to the wonders of the United States in a fun, interactive way. Part of the best-selling Fun Flaps series, this colorful book features die-cut pages and thick, sturdy flaps that open in a star shape–capturing the essence of the American flag and making each turn of the page a delightful surprise.Designed to be both educational and entertaining, America ABC takes little explorers on a journey through the alphabet, with each letter showcasing an iconic American person, place, invention, or symbol. From the Statue of Liberty to the Wright brothers, from apple pie to the stars and stripes, your child will discover the rich history and culture of the United States in a way that’s easy to understand and fun to explore.The whimsical artwork brings American history to life in vibrant colors, making each page a joy to turn. With its thick, sturdy flaps, this book is perfect for little hands eager to engage with the content and learn while they play. Whether it’s learning about George Washington or discovering the invention of the telephone, America ABC offers a perfect blend of fun facts and interactive discovery.Just in time for America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, America ABC is a wonderful way to introduce your child to the people, places, and inventions that shaped this great nation. It’s a perfect keepsake to celebrate this milestone in American history while fostering a love of learning.

Review:

This board book has words in alphabetical order that represent things in the United States. These include inventions that are associated with America as well as the names of people and places. This book has flaps that have fun facts underneath them. I think children and adults will enjoy reading this board book!

America ABC is a cute board book!

Thank you Taffy Tales for sending me a copy of this book as part of a sponsored campaign!

Have you read America ABC? What did you think of it?

Review: Planes

Title: Planes
Author: Elena Sturgess
Genre: Children’s, Board Book
Publisher: Taffy Tales
Source: Publisher
Format: Board book
Release Date: September 2, 2025
Rating: ★★★★★

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Goodreads Synopsis:

Get ready for takeoff with Planes, the latest high-flying adventure in Taffy Tales’ Fun Flaps series! This interactive board book is perfect for young travelers and aviation enthusiasts, packed with colorful illustrations, sturdy flaps, and engaging facts that make learning about planes and airports fun and accessible.From jumbo jets to tiny gliders, Planes introduces children to a variety of aircraft, airplane parts, and the bustling world of airports. With every lift of a flap, little readers discover exciting details about cockpits, gates, luggage, and even the history of flight. Perfect for curious minds, this book sparks imagination while teaching early vocabulary and aviation concepts.

Review:

This board book tells readers all about the experience of going through the airport and getting on a plane. The little characters in the illustrations were cute animals. The fun flaps make the book interactive. This would be a great board book for kids who are interested in planes or are taking their first flight. 

Planes is a cute board book!

Thank you Taffy Tales for providing a copy of this book as part of a sponsored campaign!

Have you read Planes? What did you think of it?

Review: The ABC Song

Title: The ABC Song
Author: Liana LaRocca
Genre: Children’s, Board Book
Publisher: Taffy Tales
Source: Publisher
Format: Board book
Release Date: August 5, 2025
Rating: ★★★★★

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Synopsis:

Sing, giggle, and celebrate learning with The ABC Song! Mother Moose and her class are ready for their big performance–but with Mother Moose in charge, anything can happen! From A to Z, this hilarious board book follows the class as they attempt to sing the ABC Song, with playful surprises and giggles along the way. Kids will love spotting the silliness on each page while learning their letters in a fun, interactive way.

Review:

In this board book, Mother Moose performs the ABC Song on stage. Each letter of the alphabet is represented by an animal, except X, which has an X-ray. I really liked the of the illustrations. The last page had all of the letters with the animals, which is a good reference for kids to see it all together. 

The ABC Song is a great board book for teaching children the alphabet!

Thank you Taffy Tales for providing a copy of this book as part of a sponsored campaign!

Have you read The ABC Song? What did you think of it?

Review: Don’t Open the Zoo Gate

Title: Don’t Open the Zoo Gate
Author: Elena Sturgess, Katya Zolina
Genre: Children’s, Board Book
Publisher: Taffy Tales
Source: Publisher
Format: Board book
Release Date: September 2, 2025
Rating: ★★★★★

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Goodreads Synopsis:

Welcome to the Zoo… But Whatever You Do–DON’T Lift the Flap! The zoo is calm. The animals are safely behind their gates. The friendly robot tour guide is doing a great job keeping everything in order. There’s just one simple rule Don’t open the zoo gates! (Easy, right? …Right?)In this wildly fun board book, readers join a mechanical guide on a tour of the zoo. From the lion’s lair to the monkey house to the aquarium, each stop comes with a stern warning: Do NOT lift the flap. But with giant, tempting flaps on every page, how long can your little reader resist?Peek behind the gates and prepare for zoo-tastrophes galore–lions on the loose, lemurs in the lunchroom, and pandas hijacking the popcorn cart! The poor robot can’t keep up… and it’s all your fault (well, kind of). 

Review:

In this book, readers go to Silly Zoo. The robot who runs the zoo tells readers not to open the gates and let out the animals, but when you open the flaps (and the gates), the animals are let out. This is a fun board book that teaches kids the consequences of not following the rules.

Don’t Open the Zoo Gate is a cute board book!

Thank you Taffy Tales for providing a copy of this book as part of a sponsored campaign.

Have you read Don’t Open the Zoo Gate? What did you think of it?

Review: Dogs by Day

Title: Dogs by Day
Author: Krista Howell
Genre: Children’s, Board Book
Publisher: Taffy Tales
Source: Publisher
Format: Board book
Release Date: August 5, 2025
Rating: ★★★★★

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Goodreads Synopsis:

What do neighborhood dogs do when their humans are too busy working to take them to the park? They take matters into their own paws! Dogs By Day follows a group of clever canines as they figure out creative ways to get to the dog park. From stretch limousines to unexpected modes of transportation, hilarity ensues with each turn of the page. This funny, original board book features cut-paper illustrations and is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. Dogs By Day encourages laughter, imagination, and storytelling skills while delighting young readers with playful adventures. Whether at home or on the go, kids will love the chaotic charm of these clever dogs.

Review:

In this board book, all the dogs want to go to the park. It’s a sunny day but their owners aren’t home, so they have to make their own way to the park. I loved the cut-paper illustrations that made the images look like they were coming off the page. 

Dogs by Day is a cute board book for dog lovers!

Thank you Taffy Tales for sending me a copy of this book as part of a sponsored campaign!

Have you read Dogs by Day? What did you think of it?

Review: Cats at Night

Title: Cats at Night
Author: Krista Howell
Genre: Children’s, Board Book
Publisher: Taffy Tales
Source: Publisher
Format: Board book
Release Date: August 5, 2025
Rating: ★★★★★

Synopsis:

What are cats doing at night while everyone is sleeping? Turns out, they’ve been on a mischievous crime spree. From sneaking a bit of tuna to swiping famous works of art, these clever kitties are up to all sorts of playful antics. Cats at Night is a funny, original board book with cut-paper illustrations that will delight young readers, spark laughter, and captivate curious minds.

Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this charming book encourages imagination, observation, and storytelling skills. Whether read at bedtime or during the day, kids will love following the cats’ nightly escapades―and may even beg to catch a glimpse of their next adventure.

Review:

This is an adorable board book for cat lovers! It shows all the things cats get into at night, such as walking on cars outside and stealing people’s food or socks. It has an art style of layered paper for the illustrations. The final thing that a cat steals was a cute surprise at the end!

Cats at Night is a fun cat-themed board book!

Thank you Taffy Tales for providing a copy of this book as part of a sponsored campaign.

Have you read Cats at Night? What did you think of it?

Review: Don’t Open This Book!

Title: Don’t Open This Book!
Author: Elena Sturgess, Katya Zolina
Genre: Children’s, Board Book
Publisher: Taffy Tales
Source: Publisher
Format: Board Book
Release Date: September 2, 2025
Rating: ★★★★★

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Synopsis:

A Literary Tour Like No Other… But Seriously–Don’t Lift the Flap!Step into a cozy old library where a wise, bespectacled owl offers a “tour” of the world’s most beloved stories. The shelves are full of classics, the covers are iconic–and the message is simple: Don’t. Open. The. Book. (What could possibly go wrong?)In this hilarious board book with oversized flaps, readers discover familiar stories–Moby-Dick, Treasure Island, and more–but behind each flap lies utter pandemonium! Little ones will giggle as literary chaos unfolds in unexpected and delightfully silly ways.

Review:

This board book shows the covers of many classic novels, and the reader is told not to open them because lots of things will fall out. The book covers are flaps that show what happens in these classic stories. The stories are Treasure Island, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Alice in Wonderland, The Jungle Book, and The Lost World. I like that this board book will introduce young readers to these classic novels and make them interested in reading them!

Don’t Open This Book is a great board book!

Thank you Taffy Tales for providing a copy of this book as part of a sponsored campaign!

Have you read Don’t Open This Book!? What did you think of it?

Review: Don’t Open the Barn Door!

Title: Don’t Open the Barn Door!
Author: Elena Sturgess, Katya Zolina
Genre: Children’s, Board Book
Publisher: Taffy Tales
Source: Publisher
Format: Board Book
Release Date: September 2, 2025
Rating: ★★★★★

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Synopsis:

A Flap-Filled Farmyard Fiasco–If You Dare to Peek! The farm is peaceful. The animals are resting. The farmer has one simple request: Whatever you do… DON’T open the barn door!Welcome to a hilarious, hands-on tour of a very orderly farm where things run smoothly–as long as curious readers don’t go snooping behind those flappy doors. But let’s be honest: with big, irresistible flaps and a clear invitation to mischief, how can anyone resist?Every spread in Don’t Open the Barn Door! features a new off-limits door on the farm–from the pigpen to the chicken coop to the goat shed. Lift the flap, and suddenly: farmyard chaos erupts! Pigs in the pantry. Chickens in the cornfield. Goats in the getaway truck?!

Review:

This board book teaches kids that their actions have consequences. On each page, the farmer tells the reader not to open the barn door, the silo, the gate, among other places on the farm. When the reader opens the flap, or door, chaos ensues. The animals come flying out, which is exactly what the farmer didn’t want to happen. This teaches kids that you have to follow the rules for a good reason. 

Don’t Open the Barn Door is a fun children’s board book!

Thank you Taffy Tales for providing a copy of this book as part of a sponsored campaign.

Have you read Don’t Open the Barn Door? What did you think of it?