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Time Traveling Siblings Make History in The Magic Treehouse Series

November 30, 2020

Today’s selection seems like an obvious choice and it might seem odd that it didn’t make the list sooner. The Magic Treehouse series by Mary Pope Osborne often shows up on top ten lists for young readers and i...

Alvin Ho Series Does Childhood Anxiety and Inclusivity Right

Daisy

November 16, 2020

Children's, Fiction

It’s rare that you encounter a character in a children’s book who struggles with anxiety. It’s even more rare to see that child’s challenges presented in such a matter-of-fact way that you can see yourself or ...

A Sweet Little Tractor Proves His Mettle in the Otis Collection

Daisy

November 9, 2020

Children's, Fiction

Every now and then, you come across a picture book character that is almost too cute. One that your child will still indulge when they’re feeling especially nostalgic. One whose books you only pull out on spec...

Criminals Cower From the Prowess of the Platypus Police Squad

Daisy

November 2, 2020

Children's, Fiction

Welcome to November! It’s hard to believe that with the passing of Halloween, we’re now officially entering the holiday season but here we are. Today’s entry was introduced to us by my son’s book buddy, a chil...

Creepy Kid Lit – The Witches is a Twisted, Timeless Tale of Wickedness

Daisy

October 15, 2020

Children's, Fiction

The countdown to Halloween marches on and today we have another installment in the Creepy Kid Lit Collection. This classic is the third Roald Dahl story I’ve reviewed and definitely the scariest. It was adapte...

Creepy Kid Lit – Enter Coraline’s Haunting World… If You Dare!

Daisy

October 12, 2020

Children's, Fiction

It’s hard to believe that it’s October! The endless stretch that is 2020 makes it difficult to keep the days, weeks and months straight sometimes. But alas, it’s the tenth month of the year and for most of us,...

A Brave Heart Triumphs Over Small Stature in The Tale of Despereaux

Daisy

October 8, 2020

Children's, Fiction

In my continuing coverage of spirited rodents who capture the hearts of humans, today we have Newberry Medal Award winner, The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo. Set primarily in a medieval castle, the roya...

The Bad Guys Make Good By Providing Calm After the Storm

Daisy

August 25, 2020

Children's, Fiction

As my adopted city stares down the barrel of yet another potentially devastating hurricane, I feel compelled to share the stories that we found comfort in during a tough time for our family. In my continuing q...

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