Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid’s Guide to a Happy Dog by Giselle Nevada My rating: 5 of 5 stars This beautiful heartwarming children’s story is fun and full of beautiful illustrations. It is the perfect read for young and old alike. We follow CJ and Lora and their dogs Porter and Midge […]
Luna the Howling Husky Finds Her Howl by Samantha Shannon My rating: 5 of 5 stars I absolutely loved this story and the accompanying illustrations were fantastic. It’s a story that no matter how different others are, we must treat them with kindness. I would highly recommend this across age groups as it is such […]
Raining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars Another amazing read from Lois Wickstrom. Lois shows how an unusual scientific phenomenon can happen during a tornado. Lois tells a story in an age-appropriate way with engaging illustrations and gets the factual detail at the back of the book. View all […]
Finding Your Heart: A Journal for Discovering Your Heart by Nadia Han My rating: 4 of 5 stars A beautifully illustrated, calming, and thought-provoking workbook to rediscover yourself. It looks at many different aspects of your life and helps you with easy-to-understand prompts. It is nice to pop in and out of this journal and […]
Kneading a Winning Idea by Terri Sabol My rating: 5 of 5 stars Ben needs an idea for this year’s baking competition, with the support of his family (and cats). As he tries, tries and tries again he learns the importance of perseverance and not giving up. I loved this beautifully illustrated, hopeful story. View […]
Baking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book Seven by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars Another brilliant book in Caspians unbirthday series! I love the relationship between Caspian and his Grandpa and how special Grandpa likes to make Caspian’s unbirthday. As always it is beautifully illustrated, full of magic and interactive for children. […]
This Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars Another gem from Lois! This is a beautifully illustrated colourful and bright book is well written for children of all ages to read or listen to. It really sparks childrens imagination and brings the world Lois has created alive. View all my […]
Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid’s Guide to Safe Dog Interactions by Giselle Nevada My rating: 5 of 5 stars CJ and Lora are the owners of two very smart dogs Porter a Mastiff and Midge a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Porter and Midge teach their owners about the importance of dog safety. […]
Quick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days – Positive Affirmations for Happy Children by Kim Ann My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is a beautifully illustrated, easy-to-read book for children to embrace affirmation from a young age. Highly recommended from children of all ages whether the adult […]
My Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars This fun story takes an unusual spin on the monster under the bed idea. It’s a fun inclusive story with incredible illustrations. Any child would love this fun and fast-paced story (I would have loved a monster under the bed like this). […]
Wondogfilled: Look, a Dog! The story for children who love dogs between the ages of 0-8. A perfect addition to home and classroom libraries. by Dr. Kimberlie Harris My rating: 5 of 5 stars This wonderfully illustrated and imaginative story can be enjoyed by young and old alike. The author helps children learn new words, […]
Zibs for Sale: a retelling of Beauty and the Beast by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars Zibs for sale is the authors retelling of Beauty and the Beast. The book uses STEM learning to teach children through a fun and interactive story with colourful pictures. View all my reviews
Love, Only Better by Paulette Stout My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is the first book in the Bold Journeys series, I would recommend reading the books in order as they follow the same characters. The focus of this book is Rebecca. I did really appreciate the message this book was trying to get […]
What We Never Say: Bold Journeys Book Two by Paulette Stout My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is the second book in the Bold Journeys series, I would recommend reading the books in order as they follow the same characters. The focus of this book is Kyle. This could be quite triggering for some […]
Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars A fantastic approach to science and constellations. I always enjoy this author’s approach to teaching children in an easy-to-understand way with fantastic accompanying images. Highly recommended. View all my reviews
Regaining Integrity by Brooke May My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is the 4th book in the series but in my opinion, it can be read as a standalone. You do get more out of the series by reading them in order. This is a well-written second-chance romance that will captivate you from the […]
As Though You Were Mine by J. Marie Rundquist My rating: 5 of 5 stars This was an emotional rollercoaster from the first page! On the first page Julie’s life is changed forever when her brother and sister-in-law are killed in a car accident. Their children are left in Julie’s care, Julie has never wanted […]
Xenia Navarro and the Magic Ants by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars The book follows the main character Xenia and her family, living as undocumented immigrants in America. The themes of immigration and deportation are addressed in a way that children can understand but I would recommend reading it with an adult […]
Mesmerised by Toya Richardson My rating: 5 of 5 stars I did personally read this series in order but in my opinion, each can be read as a stand-alone. This book is emotional, immersive, and addictive. I could not put it down! Please read this book and experience this amazing duo. View all my reviews
Lilly Tames Her Worries by Carole Heaney My rating: 5 of 5 stars I loved this book and its approach to explaining anxiety for children. So much of this made sense to me as someone with severe anxiety. It makes me wish I had this book as a child. View all my reviews
Amaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt My rating: 5 of 5 stars This really important book is about two children across the world from each other learning about each other lives. One in America and one in the Ukraine experiencing the war firsthand. It is written so compassionately in a way that children […]
I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars This fun book following a child that doesn’t feel like she fits in so she thinks shes must be an outer space alien. I loved her experience meeting the alien and how she saw the differences between herself, other children […]
Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5. by Terri Sabol My rating: 5 of 5 stars This beautifully illustrative children’s book explains the rainbow bridge for our furry friends in an easy-to-understand and sensitive way. I would […]
Softest Touch by Adina D. Grey My rating: 4 of 5 stars A beautifully written slow burn forbidden romance. This was a lovely, engrossing read that kept me turning the pages. The characters were well written and I would highly recommend. View all my reviews
Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is the first book in the series, in my opinion, you don’t need to read the prequel before this book. Please read the trigger warnings before reading this book as some readers may find the content […]
Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-Return by Terri Sabol My rating: 5 of 5 stars A wonderful story with beautiful illustrations introducing correct pet care to children. I loved this story and the approachable way it introduces strays and neutering your pets. View all my reviews
How to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars I loved this retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk. On the first page, we meet the giant depicted as an alien, the story loosely follows the Jack and the Beanstalk traditional story but with a modern twist with […]
Ten Little Starfish: A Counting Book by Kim Ann My rating: 5 of 5 stars This beautifully illustrated and colourful book has a lovely lyrical nature to the words and is easy to read or read to children. The book is very interactive for young children. I would highly recommend this. View all my reviews
Cruel Start by Isla Vaughn My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is the 4.5 installment in the Hidden Valleys series. Personally, I would read the book in order of the series in order to get the full context and character development but they can be read as stand-alone as well. In Cruel Start we […]
Planting Hope by Jennifer Raines My rating: 4 of 5 stars Planting Hope is a lovely contemporary romance following Holly and Kit as they navigate his gardening project. Jennifer writes really emotively and has well-developed characters. I would highly recommend this book. View all my reviews
