Book Reviews
Book reviews
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BRITFIELD & THE LOST CROWN {Review & Giveaway}
If you’re looking for a fast-paced adventure novel for your upper elementary and middle-grade students, then catch a ride with the orphans in BRITFIELD & THE LOST CROWN, written by C.R. Stewart. BRITFIELD has already garnered numerous awards including the prestigious: -GOLD MEDAL PARENTS CHOICE AWARD, -GOLD MEDAL CHILDREN’S LITERARY CLASSICS INTERNATIONAL BOOK AWARDS MIDDLE GRADE CHAPTER BOOK -MOM’S CHOICE AWARDS BEST IN FAMILY FRIENDLY MEDIA I've done many book reviews, but this is my first review of a middle-grade novel. Wow, what an exciting way to dive in! Discover why this book has won over ten awards. Plus, we have a delightful giveaway!
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Cribb – OLD ABE {Book Review}
No matter how much you learned about Abraham Lincoln in your last American History class, there’s more to appreciate in John Cribb’s book, OLD ABE: A Novel. Perhaps you remember stories of him splitting fence rails or wearing a black top hat. Maybe you’ve heard a few interesting tidbits about his wife, Mary Todd or their children: Bob, Tad, and Willie. Most people think of Lincoln when they discuss the Civil War, the Emancipation Proclamation and the Thirteenth Amendment of the Constitution. You’ll find all of these things and much more...
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BEND: When Life Dares You to Break {Book Review}
At this very moment, many people feel bent by the pressures of this world. Some hear the cracks and feel the splinters as a breaking point threatens. International journalist, Beth Leuders, has gathered stories from nine people who have weathered overwhelming situations and compiled them in a book, BEND: When Life Dares You to Break. This book isn't exactly what I expected. Read the review to learn more. . .
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Ben Franklin’s in My Bathroom! Book Review & Giveaway
If you know a third – fifth grader who isn’t crazy about reading or history, then introduce them to Ben Franklin’s in My Bathroom! This is one of those books that even slightly older students will enjoy. My son was in the eighth grade when this book was published. He wasn’t a big fan of reading, and like most kids, he didn’t like history unless it was presented in an interesting manner. A book titled: Ben Franklin’s in My Bathroom! definitely grabbed his attention. Check out the review and see if this book is one you'd like to win in the giveaway.
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Book Review: Frog’s Rainy-Day Story {+ Giveaways!}
“April showers bring May flowers” as well as a book review of Frog’s Rainy-Day and Other Fables. Plus, we have several giveaways! Winner of the Mom’s Choice Award, this hardcover picture book contains seventy-two pages of entertaining, short stories...
