5 stars Loved this book. I am a huge fan of Miranda and think he is an incredibly inspiring and talented individual. I knew a lot of this information already, having read Hamilton: The Revolution, but it was very interesting to see the story simplified in a way that children could more easily understand. This is…

3 stars Very fun and silly book about a little girl who is actually a penguin. I really liked the writing style. It is very simplistic and silly. It really feels like it is coming from the perspective of the little girl. I also liked the gender role non-conformity represented in the book. The girl…

3 stars Cute little counting adventure that follows the same set-up as Ten Pigs: An Epic Bath Adventure. Nice illustrations. The disgustingly humorous sandwich was a nice touch. Nice simple rhyming and counting throughout the story. A silly book that is very fun. Great ending.   Goodreads

4 stars A wonderful animal book featuring Axel Scheffler’s characteristically adorable artwork. This is a very fun book for learning about different ocean animals. From sea lions to lobsters, each animal has a fun, rhyming description discussing their main characteristics as well as a two-part illustration. Flipping through the book, the reader can learn about…

4 stars A hilarious and amusing book featuring Darth Vader. A perfect read for fans of Halloween and Star Wars. I will say that it is best for kids to have a pretty good understanding of Darth Vader’s history before reading the book. There are a few references that may go beyond the super basic…

4 stars An adorable little counting adventure, perfect for Halloween. The book follows ten little ghosts to the tune “The Ants Go Marching” and comes up with some cute, unique rhymes for each one. Nice illustrations that are more fun than spooky. They were simple but fun. I just loved those creaky blue trees. I…

5 stars Great book for learning about Eliza Hamilton and her contribution to history. This is a Step 3 book for “Reading on your Own” and uses easy-to-follow plots and interesting characters. I really enjoy the Biography Reader series. The few I have read are very engaging and educational. Growing up, I always thought I…

4 stars Perfect guide for kids interested in the new Incredibles movies. This guide goes through the main characters, gadgets and vehicles, and some of the basic plot points of the movie. There are tons of interesting pictures and graphics as well as a few quizzes such as determining your super power. Fun and engaging…