Synopsis The List of Things That Will Not Change by Rebecca Stead is a wonderful middle grade novel that can be enjoyed by both middle grade and teens. It’s also a wonderful novel to increase overall awareness and acceptance in the LGBTQ+ community. Bea is an only child that desperately wants a sister! How can […]
Finding Perfect
Finding Perfect Do you have a child with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? Does your child struggle with perfectionism? Do you want to educate your child about OCD and/or anxiety? Read Finding Perfect written by Elly Swartz. When I discovered Finding Perfect as a middle grade recommendation, I was immediately interested in reading the book and […]
Uncommon Quest Kickstarter Campaign
Are you a young aspiring writer? Do you have a child that is an aspiring author? Check out this Kickstarter campaign run by Common Deer Press. When I was contacted by Kristen Marion, the publisher of Common Deer Press, I was immediately interesting in sharing their mission. I love supporting others in their dream […]
A Swirl of Ocean
A Swirl of Ocean, the Synopsis If you read my blog, you will know that I am a big fan of middle grade novels! I am also a fan of Melissa Sarno and her book, Just Under the Clouds. A Swirl of Ocean has a very unique and intriguing plot with interesting characters that keeps a […]
Wonderland Series by Chris Grabenstein
Are you looking for some great beach reads for your tweens or middle schooler? Check out Sandapalooza Shake-Up and Beach Battle Blowout! With summer in full swing and half over (can’t believe it!), many kids out there are looking for some fun and fresh books to read at the beach, pool or at sleepaway camp. […]
Ms. Love’s Mystical Island Adventure
Ms. Love’s Mystical Island Adventure written by Susan Love and illustrated by Patrick Harrington In her book, Ms. Love’s Mystical Island Adventure; Sabrina, Arthur, and Lucy find themselves on a secluded island, where they solve mysteries to save a magical orchid that shields the Earth, repairing its ozone layer. As a hurricane approaches, it threatens […]
Pie in the Sky
Pie in the Sky Pie in the Sky by Remy Lai caught my eye on day on Twitter. After reading the synopsis, I knew that I wanted to review this book! This middle grade novel/hybrid book written by Remy Lai, author and illustrator is an interesting and unique story about a young boy named Jingwen […]
Bobs and Tweets Trick or Tweet
Are you looking for a spooky Halloween book that will help target literacy and language goals? Review Bobs and Tweets Trick or Tweet by Pepper Springfield and illustrated by Kristy Caldwell is another inventive book in the Bobs and Tweets series. In TRICK OR TWEET, the Bobs and Tweets are all set for a big Bonefish […]
The Third Mushroom
Are you looking for an engaging, funny and witty book for your tween? Check out The Third Mushroom by Jennifer Holm. Jennifer Holm, who is also a three time Newburgy Honor winning author wrote this middle grade book The Third Mushroom as a sequel to her publication, The Fourteenth Goldfish. She is also the author […]
Last Kids on Earth and the Cosmic Beyond Blog Tour
I am psyched to be on The Last Kids on Earth and the Cosmic Beyond Blog Tour by Penguin Kids! Join me on another spooky book blog tour with other participating blogs listed here: WEEK ONE September 11 – Dream Reader Kids September 12 – Mommy Ramblings September 13 – Jrsbookreviews September 14 – LivtheBookNerd […]