5 stars I honestly had no idea what to expect going into this, but I absolutely loved it. All the stars for this one! The last thing the anxious Garlic wants is adventure. She is content hanging out with her friend Carrot and tending to her garden. But when a vampire arrives at a nearby…
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Illustrated by Paul Kellam 4 stars Princess Finn dreams of becoming a Coral Keeper but it seems her shark magic just won’t cooperate. Now the evil magician Rozaro is trying to steal the throne and it’s up to Finn and her friends to save the day. Will she be able to control her magic and…
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by Nagabe Translated by Adrienne Beck 5 stars A bittersweet ending to a beautiful series. After learning how he was cursed and where Shiva came from, Teacher grapples with a difficult decision: keep his soul and retain his memories or give it up in the hope of reuniting with Shiva. This was such a satisfying…
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by Nagabe Translated by Adrienne Beck 5 stars Another fascinating volume. Haunting artwork, memorable characters, and a story that will stick with you. Teacher takes the lead in this volume and we learn more of his backstory. This one takes on a more sorrowful tone in contrast to the hopeful themes at the start of…
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5 stars A fantastic resource for discussing divorce with children. Simpo shows the ways divorce can affect children’s lives, both the good and the bad, with compassion and understanding. The book does not shy away from the ways divorce can be hard, but also shows why divorce happens and how it can be a good…
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Illustrated by Dapo Adeola 3 stars A sweet picture book about teamwork and believing in yourself. Super Goat Girl’s superpowers aren’t like those of the other supers. But when her teacher is in trouble, will she be able to use them to save the day? I adore Super Goat Girl as a character. Through bravery…
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Illustrated by James Ransome 5 stars A beautiful story of family, hope, and the ties between people and places. Follow the journey of a single rope passed down through three generations and used for a variety of purposes, from clotheslines to jump ropes to practicing knots. The rope joins the family as they experience big…
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Illustrated by Nao Kodaka Translated by Christine Dashiell 2.5 stars Kilala and Rei continue their request to collect the gems for the tiara and save Paradiso, visiting different Disney princesses. But this time they are joined by Sylphy, a woman claiming to be Rei’s fiancée. Will she help or hurt their cause? We get two…
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Illustrated by Ana Sanfelippo 4 stars A sweet story about what to do when you get separated from your grownup. Rafa is shopping with his Mama when he pursues a stray berry and loses sight of her. How will he ever find Mama in the sea of wrong legs? Wonderfully written. I loved the alliteration…
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Illustrated by Lauren Lowen 4 stars An adorable board book celebrating different wheeled costumes. Join some creative kids as they turn their wheelchairs into elaborate costumes, from racecars to princess carriages. Complete with moveable wheels for added engagement. Set to the tune of “The Wheels on the Bus”, this is such a cute book about…
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