Happy Monday Everyone! It’s Becky and I am here to share with you my latest pick of 2020 of a book that I feel should be considered for the Newbery Award. In case you’re not familiar with the award it is an award given out annually by the American Library Association for the most distinguished … Continue reading Mock Mondays: Newbery Awards
The videos in which we like The Companion by Katie Alender and Tools of Engagement by Tessa Bailey. We received eARCs of these from the publisher through Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nO0Eqt394rs&t=2s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VsmcxnnCNf4
Hiya everyone, it's Sarah! The kids at my library are obsessed with this book series. It got to the point where I could find them with my eyes closed and was recommending it without having read it (if you know me, you know that this is totally not how I roll). It wasn't until I … Continue reading Middle Grade Book Review: Rump by Liesl Shurtliff
Hi All! It's Becky, again. A co-worker recommended that I read this new (in the United States) David Almond book. It was definitly not what I would expect for a children's book. Title: War Is OverAuthor: David Almond Summary: John's life is shaped by the war. His father is with the Army in France, … Continue reading War Is Over by David Almond
Hi Everyone! It's Becky, again. I have been hearing about When Stars Are Scattered for months and I finally got a chance to read it! This graphic novel is getting a lot of Newbery buzz and it is definitely worth reading. Title: When Stars are ScatteredAuthor: Victoria Jamieson and Omar MohamedSummary: Brothers, Omar and Hassan, … Continue reading TBR Thursday: When Stars Are Scattered by Victoria Jamieson and Omar Mohamed
Hi Everyone! It's Becky, again. I usually love a good secret society book but, unfortunately, this one was a little disappointing. Title: They Wish They Were Us Author: Jessica Goodman Note: I listened to the audiobook. Summary: Jill has spent the last three years at Gold Coast Prep as a member of the elite Players, … Continue reading They Wish They Were Us by Jessica Goodman
Hiya everyone, it's Sarah! I really like books by Kate Messner, so when I found this ARC from the publisher at my collection manager's office, I couldn't wait to read it. This author has solid books that weave in difficult issues surrounding young characters. As with her other books, this one incorporated some difficult issues, … Continue reading Middle Grade Book Review: Chirp by Kate Messner
Hi All! It’s Becky. I’m back for another Mock Monday! This week I will be sharing with you a picture book that I think should be considered for the Caldecott Award. If you are unfamiliar with the award it is given by the American Library Association to the illustrator that gave the most distinguished contribution … Continue reading Mock Mondays: Caldecott Award
The videos in which we kind of don't like Majesty by Katharine McGee but we do like Now That I Have Found You by Kristina Forest. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13bDivkt51U https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lsFqWxBZSA
Hey everyone, it's Sarah! It is time for a new star sign to take center stage. Virgo's are in the spotlight from August 23rd to September 22nd. These are our pumpkin spice babies, who love showing off their fuzzy boots. Virgos are perfect on the outside, because they are so good at hiding what is … Continue reading What’s Your Sign? Virgo’s Books
