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Dutch Girl
For movie fans, Audrey Hepburn is one of the most stunningly beautiful and iconic film stars, but very few know the truth about the darkest years of her life, while the war raged on in Europe. This week we’re taking … Continue reading
Spooked!
I enjoy a good nonfiction read, no matter the demographic or age range. Historical nonfiction is some of my favorite, which is why this week we’re taking a look at Spooked! How a Radio Broadcast and the War of the … Continue reading
Posted in Kid's Lit, Kids Nonfic, Nonfiction
Tagged book, Book Review, books, bookworm, Calkins Creek, Family, Gail Jarrow, H. G. Wells, home school, home schooling, homeschool, Homeschooling, Kids Lit, literature, Orson Welles, radio, reading, Spooked! How a Radio Broadcast and the War of the Worlds Sparked the 1938 Invasion of America, War of the Worlds
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Howl’s Moving Castle
We’re getting into more YA this week with the book that inspired Hayao Miyazaki’s popular fantasy film. The Story: Sophie is one of three sisters who live with their mother. Together they operate a hat shop with dying business, only … Continue reading
Posted in YA
Tagged Anime, book, Book Review, books, bookworm, Diana Wynne Jones, Hayao Miyazaki, Howl's Moving Castle, literature, reading, YA, young adult fiction
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Escape From the Isle of the Lost
Recently, I was blessed to receive a copy of the newest Melissa de la Cruz Descendants novel through a giveaway generously hosted by Leslie Kay from The Disneybound. Today we’re going to be reviewing the fourth and possibly last novel … Continue reading
Cats vs Robots
In this week’s delightful tale, whimsy and reality collide with all the villainy that felines and artificial intelligence have to offer in Cats vs Robots! The Story: For cats, there’s only one thing that can rouse them from their plushy … Continue reading
Posted in Kid's Lit, Kids' Fiction
Tagged book, Book Review, books, bookworm, Cats vs Robots, children's books, Kids Lit, Lewis Peterson, literature, Margaret Stohl, middle grade reads, reading
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Timelines of Everything
We’re reading another nonfiction read as the beginning of school comes closer. For history buffs, parents, or just educators looking to review some fun material before the school year starts, Smithsonian and DK’s new book Timelines of Everything is an … Continue reading
Seeing Stars
This week we’re going over a nonfiction read perfect for the summertime. Before star-gazing on the roof, why not pick up this book on constellations for your kids? Summary: For the budding astronomists and mythology nerds among your children, Sara … Continue reading
Posted in Kid's Lit, Kids Nonfic
Tagged astronomy, book, Book Review, books, bookworm, children's books, home school, home schooling, homeschool, Homeschooling, literature, Nonfiction, Phaidon Press Inc., reading, Sara Gillingham, science, Seeing Stars: A Complete Guide to the 88 Constellations
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The Extraordinary Colors of Auden Dare
I’ve become a pretty big fan of sci-fi over the past few years. While the genre selections for children can be hit or miss, The Extraordinary Colors of Auden Dare is a read worth checking out. The Story: In a … Continue reading
The Tea Book
This week we’re reading a delightful adult nonfiction that covers the history of one of the world’s most popular beverages: tea! With wit, world experience, and a love for one of the most history-changing beverages ever, Louise Cheadle and Nick … Continue reading
Posted in Nonfiction
Tagged adult's books, All Things Tea, book, Book Review, books, bookworm, literature, Louise Cheadle, Nick Kilby, Nonfiction, nonfiction reads, reading, Sterling Epicure Books, tea, teapigs, The Tea Book
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Annie’s Life in Lists
Once in a while there are interestingly formatted books that come into the children’s genre. Kristin Mahoney recently released a quaint book called Annie’s Life in Lists. The Story: Annie loves making lists, but she doesn’t quite like her freakishly … Continue reading
