REVIEW JUNIA, written by New York Times bestselling author Kim Michele Richardson, and illustrated by David C. Gardner, (Sleeping Bear Press) follows the story of Junia, a mule with the important task of carrying the Pack Horse librarian, Book Woman, through rugged terrains in Kentucky to deliver books to remote communities. Despite challenging conditions, Junia remains steadfast,… Continue reading JUNIA: A Heart-Warming Picture Book Review by Lori Keating
SPLASH! written by Elisa Boxer and illustrated by Elizabeth Baddeley, (Sleeping Bear Press) is the story of Ethelda Bleibtrey, a trailblazing swimmer who broke barriers and made waves in the world of sports. Known for her determination and resilience, Ethelda's journey began at a time when women were often discouraged from participating in competitive athletics. Despite societal expectations, she… Continue reading SPLASH! A Picture Book Review by Lori Keating
REVIEW In Kim A. Larson’s debut early reader picture book, Goat’s Boat Won’t Float, young readers discover a fascinating STEM fact. Some goats faint when startled by loud noises! Kim took this little-known fact and brilliantly created a funny scenario. The internal rhyme of goat/float/boat/oats/coat will have kids asking for it over and over again. They… Continue reading GOAT’S BOAT WON’T FLOAT: A Picture Book Young Readers Will Love and A Giveaway!
REVIEW The River That Wolves Moved written by Mary Kay Carson and illustrated by David Hohn, (Sleeping Bear Press) is a beautiful story that intertwines nature and adventure, bringing to life an incredible journey of wolves and the changing landscape they traverse. Carson's fun and educational storytelling, paired with Hohn's lovely illustrations, transports readers into a world where… Continue reading The River That Wolves Moved: An Outstanding STEM Picture Book Reviewed by Lori Keating. Plus a Giveaway!
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REVIEW If you like a ghost/scary story told in a verse format and you're in 4th - 7th grade then the book The Haunting of Lake Lucy is perfect for you. This book was a very well-written horror story for people who like a little spook. The book is about Jayce and Evie who are… Continue reading Ghost Writers: The Haunting of Lake Lucy- A Review by Guest Blogger, Helen Wheeler, and a Giveaway!