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😺 .•°*°•. 😸 PREORDER 😺 .•°*°•. 😸 Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol

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Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol
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Genre – Kids
Page Count – 35
Cover Designer – Roksana Barwinska

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In “Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens”, cats Oscar and Emmy take on a nurturing role when their family fosters three bottle-fed kittens from the local animal shelter. Learn about the first three months of kitten development and how people, including children, can play an important role in helping save animal lives through loving compassion and providing a short-term home.��Read how the family, along with Oscar and Emmy, prepare the foster kittens to be adopted by other families, in the 8th book of the Oscar and Emmy Series.

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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

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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
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Genre – Kids, Family
Page Count – 32

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Join Lora and CJ on an exciting journey as they discover the importance of thorough research and preparation before welcoming a new dog into their home. Porter and Midge: Paws and Responsibilities takes children on an educational adventure that covers various aspects of puppy care from the essential tasks of grooming and feeding to the critical elements of training and socialization. Through catchy rhymes, children will gain a deep understanding that responsible pet ownership goes beyond the basics of providing food and shelter. To raise a well-rounded, happy dog requires love, play, and engagement. As readers follow along, they’ll witness Lora and CJ’s dedication to becoming responsible pet owners, highlighted by their commitment to regular vet visits and the careful selection of the right breed or rescue dog that matches their family’s lifestyle. This captivating story is a valuable resource for parents and educators seeking to instill important values such as responsibility, empathy, and a genuine love for animals into the hearts of young readers.

~ AMAZON ~

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Jennie Chen

Jennie Chen has been active in purpose bred dogs since 2001 earning over 75 titles in conformation, competitive obedience, rally, herding, lure coursing, weight pull, drafting, water rescue, packing, and animal assisted therapy. Her first AKC Champion was a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, Ch Dixieland Blazing Maximus, CGC, HIT, SS, SWET, WETT, HIC, WETX, WTXX, WPD, DD, WWDS, RN, CD, THDA, VGS, 2017 GSMDCA Ambassador of the Breed, “Mouse.” Mouse was the first Greater Swiss Mountain Dog to earn any Water Rescue titles, and he was spokesdog for the Keep Austin Dog Friendly trend for many years appearing in magazines, news clips, and serving the community as an animal assisted therapy dog. Keep Austin Dog Friendly was nominated for a Webby Award in 2016.

In addition to Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, she also owns a pride of Lowchen or The Little Lion Dogs. In 2019, she piloted her Lowchen, GCHS Musicbox Got Your Six at Roman Reign “Target” to #1 All-Systems, #1 OH for 2019 and 2020. Target went on to win the Breed at the AKC National Championship in 2019, Westminster in 2020, and Best in Specialty Show in 2021.

Jennie has served on various board and committee positions in the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America, the Lowchen Club of America, as well as regional Newfoundland and Bernese Mountain Dog Clubs. She is a GSMDCA draft judge and weight pull judge.

Giselle Nevada

Originally from the Philippines, Giselle came to the US to attend Wellesley College where she studied Economics. After graduation, she worked in managing risk/compliance teams, specializing in machine learning and more recently, risk policy.

Giselle has owned several mastiffs over the past 20 years, some from reputable breeders and others she rescued as adults. Her experience with rescuing and fostering mastiffs led her to become interested in socialization as a way of preventing future issues. She enjoys working with her dogs and has trained them in various canine sports such as carting, conformation, agility, rally, trick dog, nose work, and more. Her puppy, Porter, is an example of the success of early socialization, having earned multiple performance dog titles and even starred in a movie directed by Marian Yeager called “Match Me If You Can.”

Giselle is an active member of various dog clubs such as the Scentwork ATX Club, Capitol Dog Training Club of Austin, and the Mastiff Club of America. She has lived in Austin for over two decades, and her passion for dogs and socialization continues to inspire her work.

Author Interview with Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada

 

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The Glow in Loretta’s Garden (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom

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The Glow in Loretta’s Garden (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom
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Genre – Kids
Page Count – 32
Cover Designer – Ada Konewki

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When Loretta digs in the dirt to plant her flower garden, she discovers glowing larvae. Learn about the lifecycle of the firefly as she puts the larvae in her empty ant farm box and watches the larvae build tunnels and mud houses. After they hatch, she also learns the secret to their special flashing messages.

~ AMAZON ~

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Lois Wickstrom lives in a world where imaginary playmates are real. She doesn’t remember being born, so she finds unbirthdays are more exciting than the official once-a-year date on the calendar. She’s taken so many science classes that she believes science is the solution to almost every problem, including the dilemmas in fairy tales.

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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
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Genre – Kids, Family
Page Count – 32

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Join Lora and CJ on an exciting journey as they discover the importance of thorough research and preparation before welcoming a new dog into their home. Porter and Midge: Paws and Responsibilities takes children on an educational adventure that covers various aspects of puppy care from the essential tasks of grooming and feeding to the critical elements of training and socialization. Through catchy rhymes, children will gain a deep understanding that responsible pet ownership goes beyond the basics of providing food and shelter. To raise a well-rounded, happy dog requires love, play, and engagement.   As readers follow along, they’ll witness Lora and CJ’s dedication to becoming responsible pet owners, highlighted by their commitment to regular vet visits and the careful selection of the right breed or rescue dog that matches their family’s lifestyle. This captivating story is a valuable resource for parents and educators seeking to instill important values such as responsibility, empathy, and a genuine love for animals into the hearts of young readers.

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The Hidden Present (Invisible Magic Wand) by Lois Wickstrom

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The Hidden Present (Invisible Magic Wand) by Lois Wickstrom
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Genre – Kids
Page Count – 32
Cover Designer – Nicolás Milano

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Every year on his Unbirthday, Grandpa gives Caspian a present that he doesn’t expect.
It’s always in his special box under his bed. This year, his box isn’t there. Caspian must hunt for it, using the Inquisitive Indicator he finds on the kitchen table.
Another special adventure between Caspian and his loving Grandpa.

~ AMAZON ~

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Lois Wickstrom lives in a world where imaginary playmates are real. She doesn’t remember being born, so she finds unbirthdays are more exciting than the official once-a-year date on the calendar. She’s taken so many science classes that she believes science is the solution to almost every problem, including the dilemmas in fairy tales.

Author Interview with Lois Wickstrom

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Detective Dylan and the Hunt for Home Plate (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book) by MJ Murray

Dylan and his little sister, Emily, don’t go anywhere without Dylan’s detective kit. Their trusty dog, Theodore, is always by their sides, ready to lend a helping paw. One sunny Saturday, the trio heads to the ball field for some practice, only to discover a puzzling problem—the bases are missing! Determined to crack the case, Dylan, Emily, and Theodore set off on a mission to locate the missing bases.
For reluctant readers or newly independent readers, books in this series can be read in any order and are packed full of reading-level appropriate text, interesting content, and fast moving plots. This story includes 20+ illustrations to keep readers engaged.

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The Missing Red Envelopes by Yobe Qiu

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The Missing Red Envelopes by Yobe Qiu
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Genre – Asian, Kids
Page Count – 69
Cover Designer – Kris Fulk

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As the Lunar New Year approaches, the two Asian American girls from NYC eagerly anticipate the festive celebrations – from watching the vibrant parade to indulging in delicious Asian cuisine and cherishing precious family moments. The highlight of the occasion is receiving lucky red envelopes filled with surprises from their relatives. However, excitement turns to mystery when Weina realized she lost all of her red envelopes! What will they do?
In this heartwarming 5×7 chapter book, young readers will be captivated by the sisters’ journey to unravel the mystery and discover the true spirit of Lunar New Year. Perfect for young readers eager for a cultural and adventurous tale!
1. Embark on a Lunar New Year Adventure: Dive into the enchanting world of ‘The Missing Red Envelopes’ and join Lorie and Weina on their captivating Lunar New Year journey.
2. Celebrate Diversity with Your Young Readers: Introduce your young readers to the richness of Asian American culture and the joy of Lunar New Year festivities.
3. Uncover the Mystery: Intrigue awaits as Lorie and Weina unravel the mystery of the missing red envelopes. Engage your child’s curiosity and critical thinking skills, perfect for readers who love mystery!
4. Perfect Gift for Young Explorers: Looking for a meaningful gift for the young reader in your life? Gift them ‘The Missing Red Envelopes’ – a compact and engaging chapter book that sparks curiosity and cultural appreciation.
5. Create Lasting Memories: Share special moments with your child as you read together about family, traditions, and the excitement of Lunar New Year.

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Yobe Qiu is an educator, entrepreneur, mom, and bestselling author with a passion for storytelling. As an educator, Yobe taught children and their families to embrace love and diverse cultures. When she identified a need for more multicultural books, she decided to create her own children’s stories featuring Asian characters and cultures.

 

Today, Yobe is proud to publish books that help children like her daughters and mom friends feel seen, heard, and represented. Yobe shares her time between New York and New Jersey with her daughters and husband!

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Nessie and the Celtic Maze (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah

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Nessie and the Celtic Maze (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah
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Genre – Kids
Page Count – 106
Cover Designer – Sara Silvestris Strand

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Craig stole coins from a Viking Treasure Chest at the Bottom of Loch Ness
The coins Craig stole from the Vikings were either blessed or cursed. They brought him back to Nessie’s lair. A rock concert with their favorite singer is about to perform at Urquhart Castle. But the sound waves from the wild music are causing chaos in Nessie’s Grotto.
What can Craig and Linda do to protect Nessie and her children? And still get to hear their favorite singer?

~ AMAZON ~

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Lois Wickstrom lives in a world where imaginary playmates are real. She doesn’t remember being born, so she finds unbirthdays are more exciting than the official once-a-year date on the calendar. She’s taken so many science classes that she believes science is the solution to almost every problem, including the dilemmas in fairy tales.

Jean Lorrah is a New York Times Best Selling author. She is also a retired English teacher, and an award winning artist. She has written Star Trek books with Jacqueline Lichtenberg, and books in worlds of her own creation. Together with Lois, she is co-author of Coal for Christmas which won the Gold Remi at Worldfest.

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The Reluctant Spy by Lois Wickstrom

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The Reluctant Spy by Lois Wickstrom
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Genre – Kids
Page Count – 159

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Timmy’s Pet Rat Doesn’t Want to be a Spy. But Nobody Else Can Sneak into the Mad Scientist’s Home.
Timmy and Grandma train their pet rat Hildegarde to discover who or what is causing earthquakes in Pillow, PA. They meet a mysterious German rat trainer, a crazy inventor, an FBI agent who specializes in aliens, and a cholocate-eating girl.
They work hard to train the rat. They build spy equipment small enough for the rat. But when it’s time to send her on her mission, does she have all the skills she’ll need?
Watch Hildegarde, the rat, do her best to save the day.

~ AMAZON ~

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Lois Wickstrom lives in a world where imaginary playmates are real. She doesn’t remember being born, so she finds unbirthdays are more exciting than the official once-a-year date on the calendar. She’s taken so many science classes that she believes science is the solution to almost every problem, including the dilemmas in fairy tales.

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Sasha Smart by Shermaine Perry-Knights – Review by Heather Goodman

Sasha Smart: Short Stories for GirlsSasha Smart: Short Stories for Girls by Shermaine Perry-Knights
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a great book to teach your kids about how to be nice and kind to other kids. It is an inspiring book. This is written in such a way that it’s good for preteens and teenagers also. It’s relatable.

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Sasha Smart by Shermaine Perry-Knights – Review by Kelli Harper

Sasha Smart: Short Stories for GirlsSasha Smart: Short Stories for Girls by Shermaine Perry-Knights
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Amazing short stories that prove girls have a place in science. The author proved that girls have a place in any scenario. Love the girl empowering stories!

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Beach Ball Blunder (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Beach Ball Blunder (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Beach Ball Blunder (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes

Beach Ball Blunder is another super cute children’s book that takes you on an adventure with cray and his friends. The illustrations are wonderful and bring the story to life. This is my favorite yet because the lesson is the same I’ve been teaching my son and that is , If you make the wrong choice or say the wrong thing there are consequences for your actions. This is a big one and it’s important to teach them about trust, friendship, telling the truth ,and forgiveness. My son is in kindergarten and we are learning about these things and more. Follow along with Gray and friends as they learn valuable lessons on their adventure. I highly recommend reading this book and my son and I are looking forward to reading more from this Author.

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Sasha Smart by Shermaine Perry-Knights – Review by Emily H

Sasha Smart: Short Stories for GirlsSasha Smart: Short Stories for Girls by Shermaine Perry-Knights
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sasha Smart is a science nerd who is trying to find her way with who she is. At times she makes a hard decision that she ends up finding that she regrets other times she stays true to who she is but causes issues with others.

This book is full of stories that I think children will gravitate too. Beautifully illustrated with stories that revolve around issues that happen in class while interacting with others. I thought this book was filled with honest solutions to conflicts. Really well done, is a great book for any age in school. I appreciated the end of the book has a bunch of activities for kids.

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A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

A Miracle In Muffin: A True StoryA Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Muffin gets out one cold night. Her family searches but doesn’t find her. They are so worried, they turn to God for help. This is a short read with an inspiring message, based on a true story.

 

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Sasha Smart by Shermaine Perry-Knights – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

Sasha Smart: Short Stories for GirlsSasha Smart: Short Stories for Girls by Shermaine Perry-Knights
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sasha loves science and learning, but doesn’t want to be different from the other kids. This book covers the full range of character traits like, bullying, being there for friends, confidence, etc. An uplifting and inspiring book for young readers.

Review by Terri Jo McAllister
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Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Jenn Brown

Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray)Hay Goes Home by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My kids loved this book and made me read it to them several times. they love Cray and Hay and their woodland adventures.

As a parent I really like how the characters show kids it’s okay to be scared and how to overcome it and be brave. I think this would also be a great resource for teachers as well.

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Beach Ball Blunder (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Jenn Brown

Beach Ball Blunder (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My family loves the Adventures of Cray but this one is the best one yet. They loved all the returning characters, as well as meeting the new seal, Grey. The kids were excited to see what antics the beach ball would get into and we’re thrilled to see the throwback to A New Day for Cray.

As a parent I enjoyed this book because it teaches kids the importance of telling the truth and self accountability.

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Beach Ball Blunder (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Felicia Bates

Beach Ball Blunder (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beachball Blunder was a fun read that taught us about honesty and taking ownership of your actions. I personally loved the illustrations in this book. My daughter and I especially liked Cray and Fay on the playground swings. This is the third book I’ve read with my daughter by this author. It was really cool to read watch her connect and recognize characters and scenarios from previous books “remember cray’s arm?!”. She was able to really grasp the storyline with the writing and illustrations like you would hope from any children’s book. Similarly to other books in the series, there were enough challenging words to make her proud of her reading without getting discouraged. Another great children’s
book by this author.

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Beach Ball Blunder (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Deb Robinson

Beach Ball Blunder (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is another amazing story by this author. The message of making a mistake and lying about it is very important for little ones as well as adults. It is a reminder that our true friends will understand when you make a mistake and support you. Again the illustrator has done a magnificent job. Loved this story

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Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Natalia Gonzales Castrejon

Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray)Hay Goes Home by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hay Goes Home was such a great book! I’m loving all of these reads. My 3 year old has enjoyed this book, and he was so happy to see the bear being nice to Hay and Cray! I also love the encouragement at the end of the book!

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay) by G Pa Rhymes- Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray)Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cray the crab is back with another adventure, but this time he is in a helping mood, although he is crabby at the humans who have come to visit his beach.

He has watched them have fun all day, but when they leave, they leave all sorts of trash behind and that’s not a good thing.

This is where Cray, his friends Hay The Fox, Turtle Fay, and Gull Ray go to visit Queen Mer May to find out what they can do.

What will this group of friends do to make the beach an inviting and safe place to visit?

This is a fun filled way to learn about the environment and how humans can impact it, while also teaching what you can do to help the environment yourself.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Laura Jones

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Kelli Harper

Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray)Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The animals at the beach have to clean up the messes the humans leave behind. Wonderful storytelling, wonderful illustrations, wonderful lessons for kids and adults alike. G Pa Rhymes does it again. These books are great!

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Shannen Kern

Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray)Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My kids and I have been picking up more books from this author, and this one may be our favorite yet! We absolutely love the rhythm of the rhyming stories and the gorgeous illustrations. Cray and his friends really show the meaning of friendship as they help each other. The messages in this book are truly lovely and sparked some great conversations with my 8 and 12-year-old kids. This would be a great book to have in a classroom or library as well as at home where you can share with the younger ones in your life. What a great story to teach responsibility for our environment and how significant our friendships are. I highly recommend picking this book up to enjoy a great rhythmic journey!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo – Review by Alison Risher

A Miracle In Muffin: A True StoryA Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A white cat goes missing in the snow, presumably never to be seen again. This is the catalyst which leads a sweet family to God. The single mom finds the strength to go to the nearby church. It is a church where she has noticed the people talking to one another outside. After two weeks of being missing, a coworker finds the white cat on her way to work one morning!

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Crystal Brehant

Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray)Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was another cute rhyming story by G Pa Rhymes. This is the second book my son and I have read by him and we enjoy them! People crowd a beach and completely trash it! The animals of the beach and ocean are suffering. What can they do?! Read and find out!

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Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Ayla Phipps

Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray)Hay Goes Home by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This has got to be my favorite book in the series so far, always such beautiful illustrations. Paired with such important lessons for growing minds to learn early. Courage and bravery have many different meanings, and, in this book, they are linked with asking for help and getting to know someone before judging them. With both of my younger sisters currently pregnant with their first babies I plan to get both of their bundles this entire series for future use.

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Sasha Smart by Shermaine Perry-Knights – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

Sasha Smart: Short Stories for GirlsSasha Smart: Short Stories for Girls by Shermaine Perry-Knights
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sasha Smart is a wonderful book of short stories. Not only does this set of stories teach young children (I’d say elementary and even middle school aged kids!) how to deal with different types of social encounters they could (and most likely will!) face, it also encourages bravery, confidence, communication, and the power of kindness. Everyday, I’m that parent in the drop off line that lets my children out to “Love you, good luck on your tests, listen to your teachers, learn a lot, and BE KIND.” Raising well rounded kids is hard and this book is great for helping with just that!! Our children need more books like this! I have a 9 year old and a 12 year old, I’m having them both read this book. Throughout this book you follow Sasha as she navigates through school. Each short story is about an issue she has and how she handles each problem. The first she worried about not being cool. The next she learns about making mistakes and correcting them. Then she learns about differences we have that make us all beautiful. She learns a lot from her friends, but she also has to deal with peer pressure and bullying as well. And lastly she learns about the importance relaxing, taking the time to unwind, supporting each other, and kindness. Another super cute and fun thing about this book is the content in the back!! An activity and even a challenge await your children! And the best thing about it?? They are having fun while learning!! I can’t wait to read more from this author and have my girls read them as well!!

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Sasha Smart by Shermaine Perry-Knights – Review by Jamie Truex

Sasha Smart: Short Stories for GirlsSasha Smart: Short Stories for Girls by Shermaine Perry-Knights
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The characters are all well written and the illustrations are very creative and fit perfectly with the stories. Each short story teaches very good lessons to young girls. They teach self confidence, kindness, acceptance just to name a few. I think this book is great for girls about 8 years old.

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Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Carrie Reed

Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray)Hay Goes Home by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Excellent story. I loved the artwork, and the lesson learned here about being courageous enough to ask for help when it is needed. You will always have friends willing to lend a hand in your troubling situations. It was also sweet to see Cray and Hay making new friends along the way to meet with Hay’s mom for her birthday.

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