This was very reminiscent of One and Only Ivan or Wild Robot with the nonhuman characters who becoming more and more aware of their power and what theThis was very reminiscent of One and Only Ivan or Wild Robot with the nonhuman characters who becoming more and more aware of their power and what they are capable of. I think this book would be a great one to read aloud. ...more
I loved Pippa Park! She is such a truly genuine character and I love how Erin touches on so many real middle school issues in a true way. Full of humoI loved Pippa Park! She is such a truly genuine character and I love how Erin touches on so many real middle school issues in a true way. Full of humor and heart. ...more
I loved Tornado Brain even though it absolutely ripped my heart out and when I heard there was a companion novel, I knew I had to read it. I really loI loved Tornado Brain even though it absolutely ripped my heart out and when I heard there was a companion novel, I knew I had to read it. I really love how Cat Patrick was able to tell two stories of grief from two very different sisters' points of views. This book will break your heart, but will also warm and heal it right back up. Thank you to G. P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers for sharing a copy with me through NetGalley. I highly recommend. ...more
So. Many. Twists! I thought I had this spooky middle grade book figured out, and then I would be thrown for a loop. I love a book that can keep me gueSo. Many. Twists! I thought I had this spooky middle grade book figured out, and then I would be thrown for a loop. I love a book that can keep me guessing. This was a great scary book with fun characters, a wonderful setting, and full of heart. I highly recommend. Thank you NetGalley and Macmillan Children's Publishing Group for sharing a copy. ...more
Every year a student of mine tells me to read this series and finally, I listened. This has all the Harry Potter vibes! It is a long book, but each chEvery year a student of mine tells me to read this series and finally, I listened. This has all the Harry Potter vibes! It is a long book, but each chapter leaves you hanging and the pages just keep turning, so it doesn't feel that long. I can't wait for the next book. ...more
Thank you Media Masters Publicity for sharing an ARC of this book with me and the LitReviewCrew. I was initially drawn to this book because it took plThank you Media Masters Publicity for sharing an ARC of this book with me and the LitReviewCrew. I was initially drawn to this book because it took place during the Great Depression. That is one of my favorite parts of American History to read about. I really enjoyed this book-the short chapters with illustrations kept me turning pages and reading about how Norman worked through problems and got to where he won the Nobel Peace Prize was really engaging. I also enjoyed the helpful tips and actions you can do at home. ...more
Rajani LaRocca never disappoints. Her words are absolutely beautiful, whether written in poetry or prose. This novel is written in verse and I love thRajani LaRocca never disappoints. Her words are absolutely beautiful, whether written in poetry or prose. This novel is written in verse and I love the duality with the twin sisters' points of view. It was not difficult to keep each twin separate and I enjoyed watching each grow so much, along with their family. It was a great story of sisterhood, family, and finding yourself. Also, with the rise of anxiety in youth, this is an important story about sharing what is going on and opening yourself up to help. Thank you Rajani and Quill Tree books for sharing a copy....more
This is such a fantastic novel in verse. The way each author played with the pages and the characters was really something beautiful. I am actually usThis is such a fantastic novel in verse. The way each author played with the pages and the characters was really something beautiful. I am actually using this book as a mentor text for my own writing-it's that good. Plus, the "historical fiction" (gah, it's hard to say that) is really awesome-it's a time full of music and discovery and I loved how it was portrayed. ...more
There are so many things I loved about this book, but my favorite part was all of the fortunes sprinkled in. These would make great affirmations for aThere are so many things I loved about this book, but my favorite part was all of the fortunes sprinkled in. These would make great affirmations for all readers. A great book with a great message and real character change. ...more
Thank you Scholastic for sharing this wonderful cheerleading graphic novel! I did not know that I was missing cheerleading books in my life until I reThank you Scholastic for sharing this wonderful cheerleading graphic novel! I did not know that I was missing cheerleading books in my life until I read this one. Now, I need all of the middle school cheerleading books. What a time to try and be a cheerleader-feeling awkward and uncertain and wanting to be center of attention? Not easy. I loved how Christina Soontornvat included all of those emotions and anxiety that goes with trying something new. I also really liked the illustrations-they were perfect and showed emotions so well. I know my students will love this book!...more
This is a MUST READ! I devoured this book and found myself seeing so much of our current world as I was reading. I really loved how the kids were stroThis is a MUST READ! I devoured this book and found myself seeing so much of our current world as I was reading. I really loved how the kids were strong activists in this book because it can give the reader such a sense of power. Kids have power and can change the world and I like reading books that show kids their power. Thank you Scholastic for this wonderful read....more
Another fantastic spooky novel from Lindsay Currie! Thank you Sourcebooks and Lindsay for sharing a copy to read and review. Currie has quickly becomeAnother fantastic spooky novel from Lindsay Currie! Thank you Sourcebooks and Lindsay for sharing a copy to read and review. Currie has quickly become a crowd favorite for spooky stories and it is really exciting to see more books by her hitting the shelves! I'll admit...this one was quite creepy! I loved the ghost story, the history, the mystery, and the unlikely friendships. ...more
What an awesome book! Multiple POVs (including an animal point of view), short chapters, student activism, and doing the right thing even when it's thWhat an awesome book! Multiple POVs (including an animal point of view), short chapters, student activism, and doing the right thing even when it's the hardest thing. Absolutely adore Michelle because she has such a talent for creating worlds (with animals) and this book was a treasure to read. ...more
Gordon Korman’s 100th book and he definitely has the multiple pov down. I love the short chapters and all of the characters. This one has some really Gordon Korman’s 100th book and he definitely has the multiple pov down. I love the short chapters and all of the characters. This one has some really tough stuff-drug addiction, bullying, and abuse but it was dealt in a way that is suitable for kid readers. It’s not my favorite by him, some characters felt really awkward, but overall a good read. ...more
Carve out time because putting down Nikki Grimes’ books just don’t happen. I devoured this book. I love having more of Garvey’s story and having it seCarve out time because putting down Nikki Grimes’ books just don’t happen. I devoured this book. I love having more of Garvey’s story and having it set during the pandemic and George Floyd as well was a good surprise. This was a fantastic read and kids will really enjoy seeing their history on the page. ...more
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