Tag: 2021 Book Reviews

Aunt Truly's Tales by Laura McHale Holland | Review

Aunt Truly's Tales by Laura McHale Holland | Review

Aunt Truly's Tales by Laura McHale Holland | Review
The ten tales in this book present traditional and original stories Aunt Truly might tell you if you happened by her home, Windy Wood, where snow falls from November through April and reality is open to interpretation. In her tales, you'll meet a determined frog, clever seamstress, wise handyman, stolen wife, and more unlikely heroes who face daunting trials. Some succeed; others do not. In the process, they are all transformed.

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Bobos Babes Adventures: The Missing Egg | Review

Bobos Babes Adventures: The Missing Egg | Review

Bobos Babes Adventures: The Missing Egg by Karen M Bobos | Review
Young readers and their families will enjoy the return of the Bobos Babes and their animal friends in this second title in the fanciful read-aloud picture book series. The Bobos Babes Adventures collection brings families stories of exciting exploits, magical missions, and caring friendships, showcasing that kindness, generosity, and thoughtfulness always win.

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The Mostly Invisible Boy by AJ Vanderhorst | Review

The Mostly Invisible Boy by AJ Vanderhorst | Review

The Mostly Invisible Boy by AJ Vanderhorst | Review
Eleven-year-old Casey is stubbornly friendly, but he's eternally the new kid at Vintage Woods Middle School. Students look right through him—and they're not faking. Casey doesn't know why he's mostly invisible, but when he scales a colossal oak, he discovers a fortress in its branches. The forgotten sentry tree marks the border between his safe, suburban life and a fierce frontier.

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Rambee Boo's Lake Vacation | Review

Rambee Boo's Lake Vacation | Review

Rambee Boo's Lake Vacation by Reena Korde Pagnoni | Children's Book Review
Join Rambee Boo & Crew on their summer vacation packed with outdoor adventures. Amongst all the fun, Rambee Boo keeps losing Sock! Can you find all the places Rambee Boo leaves Sock?

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The Secret at Welsh Hill Farm | Review

The Secret at Welsh Hill Farm | Review

The Secret at Welsh Hill Farm by Jeanette Fiumenero
Jeanette Fiumenero has written "The Secret at Welsh Hill Farm" as an endearing way to introduce Welsh traditions to children. She has included Welsh recipes, traditions, facts, and a glossary with terms and pronunciations, as well as a unique family-friendly tale.

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Barty Barton, The Bear That Was Loved Too Much by Sue Wickstead | Review

Barty Barton, The Bear That Was Loved Too Much by Sue Wickstead | Review

Barty Barton, The Bear That Was Loved Too Much by Sue Wickstead | Review
What happens when you outgrow your teddy bear? Will you let it go? Barty was a special teddy bear. He was soft, cuddly, and always made everyone smile. All the loving cuddles had flattened him over time, and his nose bent to one side and his paws needed repairing. But he was too full of memories to be thrown away. Thomas always loved Barty, but he grew up and was going to be a daddy himself. Would he want Barty for his new baby?

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