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 […]
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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: Words with Wings, by Nikki Grimes
Why I Picked It Up: Honestly, I had to find out novel in verse that would be appropriate for grades 3-5 for our up coming High Tech Literature Circles session. I am one of those people who typically freeze up and become a little panicky, so I wasn’t having much luck. However, many of the […]
Book Review: The Genius Files by Dan Gutman
** Contact us if you would like to have one of our engaging mentor text sessions come to your campus! ** Why I Picked It Up: Two reasons. First, the author is a favorite of mine and my son, he makes both of us giggle as we read. Second, the twins in the book are named […]
Book Review: The Shadows, by Jacqueline West (Series: The Books of Elsewhere)
Why I Picked It Up: Finding strong upper elementary novels can be tricky. I always take time perusing the shelves looking for titles, covers, and teasers (on the back of the book) that would appeal to students in grades 3-5. On one of my countless hours in Barnes & Nobel, I spotted this book. The […]
Book Review: Monty’s Magnificent Mane, by Gemma O’Neill
Why I Picked It Up: I came across this book online. The illustrations automatically caught my eye. It’s a captivating illustration of a lion named Monty. Yes, Monty. Therefore, it had to be purchased! Why I Finished It: Right from the start, an experienced reader of children’s fables will know this story line. The vain lion […]
