Entries by Jennifer Crain

Code Dog by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Crain

Code Dog by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars Overall, “Code Dog” by Lois Wickstrom is a thrilling and engaging children’s mystery book that will keep young readers entertained from beginning to end. The story follows three adventurous kids as they embark on a mission to find a missing time capsule, using their […]

Planting Seeds: Growing Mindful Children Though Yoga by Janice Pratt and Lenora Degen – Review by Jennifer Crain

Planting Seeds: Growing Mindful Children Through Yoga by Janice Pratt My rating: 5 of 5 stars Planting Seeds by Janett Pratt is a comprehensive and engaging resource for teaching children mindfulness and yoga. The book provides practical lesson plans, activities, and guidance for parents, teachers, and homeschool facilitators to help young children develop a healthy […]

Porter and Midge: Paws and Responsibilities: A Kid’s Guide to Welcoming a New Dog (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Jennifer Crain

Porter and Midge: Paws and Responsibilities: A Kid’s Guide to Welcoming a New Dog by Giselle Nevada My rating: 5 of 5 stars Gisella Nevada’s book, “Porter and Midge: Paws and Responsibilities,” is a heartwarming informative story that teaches children about the important aspects of pet ownership. The characters, Lora and CJ, serve as excellent […]

The Glow in Loretta’s Garden (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Crain

The Glow in Loretta’s Garden by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars “The Glow in Loretta’s Garden” by Lois Wickstrom is a charming and beautifully illustrated children’s book that teaches the importance of gratitude and compassion. The illustrations in the book are vibrant and engaging, capturing the beauty of nature and the wonder […]

Magic Wanda (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Crain

Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars Lois Wickstrom’s “Magic Wanda” is a delightful and imaginative children’s book that explores the themes of magic, creativity, and the importance of using power wisely. The story is engaging and the illustrations are charming, capturing the wonder and excitement of Carrie’s adventures with the […]

Mission Improbable: Vietnam (A Blanche Murninghan Mystery) by Nancy Nau Sullivan – Review by Jennifer Crain

Mission Improbable:Vietnam by Nancy Nau Sullivan My rating: 4 of 5 stars Overall, Mission Improbable: Vietnam is a gripping mystery novel that combines elements of history, adventure, and personal introspection. The story follows Blanche “Bang” Murninghan as she embarks on a journey to Vietnam with Jean McMahon in search of Jean’s mother. For Blanche, this […]

Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid’s Guide to a Happy Dog (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Jennifer Crain

Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid’s Guide to a Happy Dog by Giselle Nevada My rating: 5 of 5 stars Cute rhyming book, with a fun story/poem like format to give young children some ideas how to train and interact with their furry friend. Thought it was cute how each dog teaches a […]

Festive Fates: 11 Spirited Holiday Tales Anthology by SE Smith, Jill Wallace, Eliza Sinclair, Kyndra Hatch, Candace Colt, Natalie Palma, Winnie Winkle, Electra Gajdos, Stephanie Harrell, Pauline Baird Jones, Cassandra Chandler – Review by Jennifer Crain

Festive Fates: 11 Spirited Holiday Tales by Natalie Palma My rating: 5 of 5 stars The “Festive Fates Anthology” is a delightful collection of 11 holiday-themed stories that are perfect for getting into the festive spirit. Each story in this anthology is written by a different author, offering a diverse range of styles and themes […]