Librarian Laura's Review of Beezley Beezley is a sweet children's story filled with loveable animal characters of many types. Along with an entertaining, well-written story, and realistic illustrations on each page, Beezley provides an uplifting message to readers that its okay to look different and to be unique. Beezley, a bumblebee, is feeling down on… Continue reading Beezley by Kathy Smart
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Little Birdies Lose Their Colors
Little Birdies Lose Their Colors by By Ayaan Sheikh & Hafsa Naz Mahmood Librarian Laura's Review of Little Birdies Lose Their Colors I am so excited to tell you about this lovely children's picture book, written and illustrated by a 7 year old boy, Ayaan, and his mother, Hafsa. Though it is a short picture… Continue reading Little Birdies Lose Their Colors
My Fate According to the Butterfly by Gail D. Villanueva
My Fate According to the Butterfly is a wonderful debut, coming-of-age, middle grade fiction story that takes place in the Philippines. This is a beautiful portrayal of family, friendship, and forgiveness which tackles an important, tough subject - drug addiction, its affects on the abuser and their family, and the long recovery process.… Continue reading My Fate According to the Butterfly by Gail D. Villanueva
Anna & Evan Meet Charles Darwin by Tanya Hutter and Lina Daniel
About the Book Summary: Join Anna and Evan on a magical adventure to the Galapagos Islands where they meet Charles Darwin, discover unusual animals and learn some interesting scientific facts. This engaging and educational book is ideal for young children to encourage curiosity and interest in the natural world and science. Title: Anna & Evan meet… Continue reading Anna & Evan Meet Charles Darwin by Tanya Hutter and Lina Daniel
Definitely Daphne by Tami Charles
Multicultural Children’s Book Day (#ReadYourWorld) Librarian Laura's Review of Definitely Daphne by Tami Charles Definitely Daphne is a delightful new middle grade novel by Tami Charles. It is a perfect choice for Multicultural Children's Book Day, as it is filled with characters of all colors, backgrounds, and histories. Seventh-grader Annabelle Daphne Louis, known as "Belle"… Continue reading Definitely Daphne by Tami Charles
The Dog Ate My Homework by Aaron James
Recently released for purchase is The Dog Ate My Homework (And Other Poems for Children) by Aaron James and published by Clink Street Publishing. The paperback children's book contains five school-themed poems which have rhyming texts. Each poem tells a humorous tale involving traditional school routines/activities. The illustrations are fitting to the stories being told… Continue reading The Dog Ate My Homework by Aaron James
Have You Seen the Sleep Fairy by T.K.R.
My Review Have you Seen the Sleep Fairy is a whimsical children's bedtime story. The story has 24 pages of colorful illustrations with detailed expressions on the characters faces. Many of the illustrations are shown at odd angles, like a view looking up a stairway in the middle of the night. The author dedicates the… Continue reading Have You Seen the Sleep Fairy by T.K.R.
Us In Progress by Lulu Delacre
I'm very fortunate to have received a complimentary copy (from the author) of Us In Progress by Lulu Delacre in exchange for a book review for Multicultural Children's Book Day. You can read all about MCBD below. Us in Progress is a middle grade fictional collection of short stories about young Latinos living in the… Continue reading Us In Progress by Lulu Delacre
When Mother Read Aloud by Katie Andrews Potter
When Mother Read Aloud: The Life Story of Almyra King Holsclaw by Katie Andrews Potter is a true labor of love and family heirloom for generations to come. Almyra King Holsclaw is the great-great-great grandmother of author and family historian, Katie Andrews Potter. Almyra was born in Jennings County, Indiana in 1842, living her entire life as… Continue reading When Mother Read Aloud by Katie Andrews Potter
Operation Clean Up Day by Jason Tucker
Operation Clean Up Day, a picture book by Jason Tucker and illustrated by Nick Roberts will be released on September 28, 2017 by Clink Street Publishing. Operation Clean Up Day offers a simple story line with a clear message for little ones. It is split into different sections, called "Missions," for different areas of the house… Continue reading Operation Clean Up Day by Jason Tucker
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