Joyce's mystery and fiction book reviews with some non-fiction too!
Great reads for adults and children!
Rescue Me is a free short story by Cathy Bramley. It is a sweet tale about a woman, a girl and a dog. Who rescues whom? You will find out as you read this enjoyable short story about Fearne, Ethel and Scamp. This is a lovely story that is a quick read. As a bonus, readers will be introduced to the author’s next novel.
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Although adults hope to protect children from difficult situations and feelings, this is not always possible. There are times when life events cause even young children to feel tremendous grief and sadness. This book provides a welcome resource for those times.
Reading this book with a child will normalize their feelings and assure them that it is important to talk about them. The author provides many examples of situations that may cause sadness and also shows the many different ways in which a child may be affected. This allows the book to be helpful for many different situations. In addition, there are suggestions of things that a child can do to cope. For example, talking with a trusted adult or expressing emotions through art or music.
This illustrated and short book is a wonderful resource. It is highly recommended.
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In this illustrated entry in a fine series for beginning chapter book readers, children will get to know Wilbur and Orville Wright. How did these brothers do the seemingly impossible and build an airplane that flew (in 1903)? The author suggests that they were aided by a family that encouraged exploration, good problem solving skills and wide ranging imaginations. Although born into a world without cars, light bulbs or telephones, with creativity and talent they solved a problem from as far back as DaVinci’s time. It was not easy and they faced many health and other challenges as they did their work. Children will enjoy and be inspired by their work.
As is true for all books in this series there are extras including time lines, a family tree, questions to think about, a quiz and more. This book will engage its target audience who will learn a good deal.
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So many good choices here. I highly recommend Becoming Mrs. Lewis. My review of this title is in my archive. A true five star read for me.
This is a very simple, cutely illustrated book for toddlers. Young children will find out that Mia and Molly are the same in many ways and that they also are different in some ways. Little ones will enjoy seeing what Molly and Mia do over the course of the day in this sweet book.
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Pub date: October 13, 2020
Pub date: September 1, 2020
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For those who like British fiction, The Cazalet Chronicles is an excellent bargain. Other good reads here as well. Enjoy.
The Grimm Brothers wrote some of our best loved fairy tales. Here 211 (can you believe so many ?) are placed together in one lavishly illustrated volume. Revisit stories that you may already know including Hansel and Gretel; Cinderella and/or Little Snow White and then go on to read fairy tales and legends that may be new discoveries for you.
This book looks like it would make a wonderful gift, either to one’s self or a child in your life. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title in exchange for an honest review.
This charmingly illustrated book for children is written by a ballerina which lends it authenticity. With multicultural students, the ballet teacher introduces them to dance.
This book is packed with information. The five positions, arm movements, twirls and more are all described and tried by the children. They even learn about the author’s favorite ballet, Sleeping Beauty.
This book for young students will give them lots to practice. Hopefully, it will encourage a fun love of dance.
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Joyce's mystery and fiction book reviews with some non-fiction too! 