Personal rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Illustrated by Amy Mebberson 5 stars The ponies are headed under the sea! Pip and Izzy travel to the Sparkling Seas on a diplomatic mission, but everything is not as it seems. Mystery, magic, pirates, and secrets await on this underwater adventure. A fun story with plenty of action and mystery. Nice themes of sisterhood,…
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5 stars A wonderful resource for discussing what blended families are and what they can look like. Includes information on some of the different forms blended families take, emotions that can occur as families come together, and some different aspects like figuring out what to call each other. I loved the emphasis on families as…
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5 stars Told with sympathy, understanding, and humor, the book walks through different aspects of a loved one dying. This was such a wonderful read. Was not expecting to enjoy it as much as I did. I especially love that it points out some of the confusing things people say to children (“She’s only sleeping.”,…
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5 stars A stunning graphic novel with fantastic imagery and wonderful messages. Nina lives in a place where there are no Sundays. Six hungry wolves keep the townspeople working every day with no rest. Finally, Nina has had enough. She sets out to rescue the lost Sunday from the witch who stole it long ago….
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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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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 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 Jennifer Zivoin 5 stars This hopeful picture book depicts the history of Earth Day, how its impact has spread, and how readers can get involved. The book discusses issues such as pollution and climate change, while maintaining a hopeful message of making positive change and doing what you can to make an impact….
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