Book Review
Mom, Dad, Our Books, and Me
The many forms and ways of reading are joyously celebrated in "Mom, Dad, Our Books, and Me". One child observes all of the forms of reading in his world—from novels to cookbooks to sheet music to street signs—and all of the ways that...
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I, Humanity
Written as a first-person narrative in which “I” is all of humanity, "I, Humanity" explores human understandings of the universe. Jeffrey Bennett brilliantly condenses scientific discoveries throughout the ages into a brief history...
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A Scottish Year
The cultural heritage of Scotland is celebrated in A Scottish Year, a book for children ages 4 to 8 that looks at the life of children in Scotland. The book shares information on celebrations, foods, school, free time activities, and the...
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Ben Says Goodbye
When a best friend moves away, it can be very painful. In "Ben Says Goodbye", that loss is addressed with sensitivity and honesty. When Peter moves away, Ben hides under the table and imagines a world in which the two boys can still play...
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Respect and Take Care of Things / Respetar y cuidar las cosa
Respect and Take Care of Things is part of a series that teaches basic skills, and this book offers children a simple lesson about the importance of taking care of the things. The text is written in both English and Spanish and discusses...
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Baker's Magic
Bakers Magic is a delightful tale sure to entertain young fantasy enthusiasts. The story centers on Bee, an orphan with an unusual talent for baking; her friend, Will, the blacksmith’s apprentice; and Anika, the princess of the kingdom...
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Too Many Carrots
In "Too Many Carrots", a sweet story intended for children ages 2 to 7, rabbit learns the importance of sharing. When rabbit realizes that his home is so full of carrots there’s no longer room for him, he tries to find a friend to live...
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Sanctuary
"Sanctuary" invites young and old alike to reflect on what makes places special for each individual. With just a few simple words on each page, and soft illustrations depicting many types of places, the book invites introspection and...