Note: I was given a review copy of this book. Imagine a world where “the line between animals and humans was not so clearly defined”
Category: Book Reviews
How to Use Goodreads
Goodreads is the best method I’ve found to keep track of my reading. This site can also help you discover new books to read. There’ll
Cookin’ Up Traditions
A mentor text review of a picture book that encourages traditions! (And making yummy applesauce!)
The Girl in the Well is Me by Karen Rivers
At the bookstore how could I not pick up this book? Right on the cover are the words “Uh oh…” The Kammie’s-eye-view image tells me
…and then I read THE 100
I’m a stickler for getting things right. Scientific or historical inaccuracies REALLY BOTHER me. On the outside I’m polite and forgiving, but inside? I rail
Two Truths and a Lie interview plus GIVEAWAY!
Two Truths and a Lie is the first book in a fascinating new series that presents some of the most crazy-but-true stories about the living world as well as a handful of stories that are too crazy to be true—and asks readers to separate facts from the fakes!
World of Books: Ecuador, Chile, Lakota
A discouraging event in recent news regarding the American attitude toward our environment inspires a look at children’s books offering another perspective. I’ve chosen to
Interview of Laurel Snyder, Author of Orphan Island
Orphan Island surpassed my expectations. Jinny is a likable yet flawed main character with a problem. She’s grown up on a magical Island that she doesn’t
Realistic Fiction: Hunt, Quick, & Green
This post originally appeared earlier here. Powerful books about kids dealing with major issues. Troubled kids; wise and compassionate kids. Be Someone’s Hero is the
Rosie J. Pova and her debut picture book, If I Weren’t With You Plus GIVEAWAY
Rosie Pova has two books coming out soon and her debut picture book, If I Weren’t With You, came out only last week! I’m thrilled to
Picture Book-Storybook Hybrid? YES, Please!
You say you love picture books, but you’re ready to venture into chapter books? Look no further! Princess Cora and the Crocodile, a picture book-storybook hybrid, just arrived and features the best of both worlds. The reader will not be disappointed by the Newbery/Caldecott winning pair of Laura Amy Schlitz and Brian Floca.
Why you should read A BOY CALLED BAT, by Elana K. Arnold
A Boy Called Bat masterfully shows the inner life of a quirky, lovable, yet oft misunderstood autistic boy.
Love Picture Books? Three New Releases you Must Read
I firmly believe that picture books are for everyone. In my work as a marriage and family therapist I utilize bibliotherapy (the use of books
Grace Lin and the Story That Heals
Grace Lin may not know it yet, but she can heal a tortured heart. This is a power that the best creators of books for
