Future board book? A dog story for the very youngest! With only one short sentence per double-page spread, dog loving caregivers will enjoy sharing thFuture board book? A dog story for the very youngest! With only one short sentence per double-page spread, dog loving caregivers will enjoy sharing this one with their newborns and toddlers. ...more
Deer has told Squirrel that snow is white and wet and cold and soft, but neither he nor Hedgehog nor Bear have ever seen it. They decide to stay up toDeer has told Squirrel that snow is white and wet and cold and soft, but neither he nor Hedgehog nor Bear have ever seen it. They decide to stay up to see it. Who will discover the first snowflake? A good addition for those looking for books about winter and/or snow. What would be even more fun is to read this story in areas where snow is rarely seen....more
I was seeing this one on 2016 Mock Newbery lists plus I really enjoyed The Thing about Georgie by the same author. Whether it wins or not, I am not suI was seeing this one on 2016 Mock Newbery lists plus I really enjoyed The Thing about Georgie by the same author. Whether it wins or not, I am not sure that young readers will get into this one. Trent, the protagonist, has major anger issues that make him a rather unlikable character for most of this story. His perception of the others is skewed as he feels everyone is out to get him, giving him dirty looks, etc. Fans of Gary Schmidt's books; The Wednesday Wars and Okay for Now should like this one....more
Whether you feel this book is well-written or not, the reality is this book fills a void. George offers a voice to tweens who are afraid to speak up aWhether you feel this book is well-written or not, the reality is this book fills a void. George offers a voice to tweens who are afraid to speak up about who they really are. The bigger challenge will be finding more age appropriate books for the child who reads this and asks for more books with narrators like George....more
M. T. Anderson, thank you for another amazing masterpiece! Read this to gain a better understanding of Russian history from the early 1900s to early 19M. T. Anderson, thank you for another amazing masterpiece! Read this to gain a better understanding of Russian history from the early 1900s to early 1970s. Read this to gain a better understanding of World War II and read this to gain an understanding and appreciation of a brilliant composer who lived while both Lenin and Stalin ruled Russia with their iron fists. And learn about an amazing city, now once again called St. Petersburg, that stood up to the Germans for almost 900 days during World War II. A siege that would cost both Russia and Germany the lost of many lives....more
Even more emotionally charged than I remembered, this is the story of ten year-old Addie and her father's less than perfect relationship. The year is Even more emotionally charged than I remembered, this is the story of ten year-old Addie and her father's less than perfect relationship. The year is 1946 and they are living with her grandmother (her father's Mom). Addie has never had a Christmas tree and will do almost anything to bring one into her home. Her father does not want a a tree as it reminds him of his Addie's mother who died when she was a few months old. Will Addie and her Dad be able to resolve their differences in this Christmas classic?...more
Rereading the last book in a beloved favorite series, this is the one about what it's like for Betsy to be a newlywed. The brief honeymoon, their firsRereading the last book in a beloved favorite series, this is the one about what it's like for Betsy to be a newlywed. The brief honeymoon, their first home, furniture shopping and cooking disasters. Betsy and Joe are obviously in love. As much as this is Betsy's story, it is also Tacy and Tib's. Especially Tib, it is her story of being a single working girl in Minneapolis. She goes out dancing; she dates but cannot find Mr. Right. Being the good friends they are, Betsy and Tacy who is now a mother attempt to find her a husband, Will they? Can they keep Tib safe when one of her suitors acts inappropriately? What makes rereading the Betsy-Tacy series most interesting is discovering details that I had forgotten. In this one, I had forgotten about Aunt Ruth coming to live with newlyweds Joe and Betsy. And like Betsy and the Great World, the events in Europe (i.e. World War I) are on everyone's mind, especially Tib's. She is a German-American, can she and her family prove they are loyal to America? Is it possible for the United States stay out of the War? A satisfying conclusion to a beloved series....more
**spoiler alert** A feel good story about a Christmas miracle. Those looking for a nonsecular Christmas story will enjoy this one about Afify and her **spoiler alert** A feel good story about a Christmas miracle. Those looking for a nonsecular Christmas story will enjoy this one about Afify and her faith traditions that she shares with her younger brother and extended family....more
**spoiler alert** An interactive picture book that requires the reader to create another book while reading a book. Five stars for concept. Watch your**spoiler alert** An interactive picture book that requires the reader to create another book while reading a book. Five stars for concept. Watch your child or students as they try to figure out to create a book out of a book. This book belongs in a makerspace. ...more
**spoiler alert** This is the book for anyone who enjoys cheering for the underdog, a sweet, feel-good story about how two teens bond to overcome a sc**spoiler alert** This is the book for anyone who enjoys cheering for the underdog, a sweet, feel-good story about how two teens bond to overcome a school bully. Brainiac Stewart's Dad and mean girl Ashley's Mom decide move in together. Stewart and Ashley have nothing in common. Stewart is more than willing to try and get along with Ashley (he has always wanted a sister), but she wants nothing to do with him. When things turn ugly with a school bully, they both find themselves sticking up for the other....more
Witchcraft in a children's book! What would you do if you discovered you were a witch? You could cast spells. What kinds of spells would you cast? ThatWitchcraft in a children's book! What would you do if you discovered you were a witch? You could cast spells. What kinds of spells would you cast? That is what happens to Kara in this story. To complicate things, Kara lives in a community where witches are considered evil. She also must deal with Grace a bully from school who may also be a witch? Is it possible for Kara to be a good witch? Or is she destined to be evil? And what about Grace, is she really a witch too? Those who like books with magic or areclooking for a book witches will enjoy the first book in this series. And don't let the almost 500 pages discourage you, this book is a page turner!...more
This is the story of a future saint, Zachary Bartz as told by his mother, Carol Ann. It is the story of a mother's love for her son. Before joining JeThis is the story of a future saint, Zachary Bartz as told by his mother, Carol Ann. It is the story of a mother's love for her son. Before joining Jesus, Zac overcame many odds in his fight against neurofibromatosis and cancer. Anyone who met him knew he was special. His smile would light up a room. He and his family's faith in God was an inspiration to many. And even in his death, his spirit lives on; BE ZAC STRONG! This is a book for anyone who believes or wants to believe that God makes all things work together for good....more
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