We're going on a book hunt by Pat Miller

This lovely picture book borrows from the classic "going on a bear hunt" rhyme substituting books for bears. A group of young bears with their teacher goes to the library for a just right book hunt. Along the way, they learn to go quietly, use shelf markers, pick a just right book (count to five!), and treat books kindly. With catchy rhymes and up to date illustrations (the library features computers and a scanner for check-out) it covers basic library routines and experiences for young kindergartners and first graders. The book includes a Teachers Guide with lessons related to the book (including movements to go along with the rhymes). It was written by a school librarian from Texas to help her teach library lessons, and we will all benefit. The watercolor illustrations of animals in the library are fun and detailed. Students will enjoy looking at them. We're going on a Book Hunt by Pat Miller. Pictures by Nadine Bernard Westcott. Upstart Books, 2008.