Why I Picked It Up: I came across a picture of this book online. I don’t remember if it was on a blog or on Amazon, but I was captivated by the cover, so I immediately ordered this book. Why I Finished It: Admittedly, I didn’t realize what the book was. Maybe I didn’t read […]
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Book Review: Max the Brave, by Ed Vere
Why I Picked It Up: I definitely judged this book by it’s cover. Those who know me know I am not a lover of cats, but this one made me smile. His eyes, stance, and cape had me amused. Plus, Sherry and I seem to have an unexplainable thing for superheroes. Why I Finished It: […]
Book Review: Open Mic: Riffs on Life Between Cultures in Ten Voices
Why I Picked It Up: In searching for strong social studies text for our Beyond the Textbook Session, I found this advanced reader’s copy in Sherry’s personal collection. It was definitely a “Jessica book,” so she happily gave me her copy. Why I Finished It: Curiosity! From the beginning I was intrigued by the stories the […]
Book Review: Page by Paige, by Laura Lee Gulledge
Why I Picked It Up: To be completely honest, Jessica actually picked this one up. We were looking for graphic novels to incorporate into a session we’re working on, and Page by Paige was one that we’d seen in a few places. The play on words in the title made me happy, so even though […]
Book Review: Lady Pancake & Sir French Toast, by Josh Funk
Why I Picked It Up: My son and I were studying in the children’s section in Barnes & Noble, when he looked up and pointed at a display shelf and hollered, “MOM! Totally a book for you!” It’s official, my son is completely aware of my quirky taste in books and there are varied authors […]
Book Review: Monster Needs Your Vote, by Paul Czajak
Why I Picked It Up: It’s October! This means the beginning of my favorite few months, not just for family, food, and celebration, but because of seasonal picture books. I love to peruse the book displays in our local Barnes and Noble. There are always the old favorites, but every year there are new holiday […]
