Book Review
Fearless Joe Dearborne
This delightful book teaches the difference between fearlessness and bravery. In "Fearless Joe Dearborne", sixth-grader Joe has what seems like an amazing gift: he is unable to feel fear. But that has a downside too: without a healthy...
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Channel Blue
Pulled in by standout illustrations, kids are introduced to life lessons such as perseverance, sportsmanship, and overcoming adversity. For once, judging a book by its cover will serve teachers, students, and parents well. Illustrated by...
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The Mythology of Plants
Giesecke reveals the deep roots of humans’ connection to plants and highlights the Roman and Greek belief that all life, from people to poppies, contains the divine. Why does myrrh weep a sweet-smelling sap? According to classical...
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Grizzlies on My Mind
The flora and fauna of Yellowstone becomes the setting of a spiritual journey in this luscious memoir. For seven years, the scenery of Michael W. Leach’s daily commute was beyond enviable: bands of roaming bison, marauding grizzlies,...
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The Spaghetti Is Missing
Unconventional, assertive, and brave, Gabby is on top of a spaghetti mystery. Jane Matyger’s "The Spaghetti Is Missing" is an action-packed children’s picture book involving disappearing pasta, purple pooches, and magical travel....
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If you were me and lived in... Russia
Through clever armchair globe-trotting, children can have fun learning about Russia. With the latest installment in her award-winning If You Were Me and Lived In… series, Carole P. Roman encourages kids to daydream about what their...
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If You Were Me and Lived in... Australia
Roman transports young armchair travelers Down Under in her latest captivating book. Award-winning author Carole P. Roman’s If You Were Me and Lived In… series turns children into armchair travelers lucky enough to get a glimpse of...
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The Adventures of Rhumba and Tuba
Carefree summer days infused with joy are conveyed through the eyes of a man taking care of five fun animals. The Adventures of Rhumba and Tuba: The Magnificent Five is a jubilant and wonderfully illustrated children’s tale, written by...