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Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Cindy Rushin

Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun!Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun! by Terri Sabol
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a cute little story. I love this series for children because it’s a fun way for kids to learn about what is all involved with having a pet. This story explores what happens when you take your pet to the vet. It illustrates how a pet can find the experience a little frightening and what the child can do to help them cope. I recommend this series of stories to parents who have children with pets as it helps them learn about their pets and how to take care of them.

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G is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker – Review by Ayla Phipps

G is for Gossamer: A Children's SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC's BookG is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The first book I have read by Miss Whitaker, and I must say those illustrations were STUNNING. We spent more time looking at everything on each page than reading all the definitions in the back. Both of my younger sisters are currently about to have their first baby, and this book is getting added to their gifts as well as one for my house. So beautiful.

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Oscar and Emmy Visit Grandma: A travel adventure story about when Grandma watches the pets! Ages 3-8 kindergarten to 2nd grade by Terri Sabol – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Oscar and Emmy Visit GrandmaOscar and Emmy Visit Grandma by Terri Sabol

Oscar and Emmy’s family are going on a cruise, but what will happen to Oscar and Emmy while they are away, what if they are left on their own the whole time? These are the questions being asked, but lucky for Oscar and Emmy, they are going to stay with Grandma!

So off they go in their crate to visit somewhere new, they are both a little scared and so they hide until they feel comfortable, but then the adventures start for both them and Grandma too!

This is a wonderful story which talks about the serious job of pet sitting from the viewpoint of a family member who can’t wait to spoil their new visitors. It is educational in a very fun way which anyone will be able to enjoy and understand.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Shannen Kern

Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun!Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun! by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another magnificent book by one of our favorite authors! This is part of the Oscar and Emmy series, and if you haven’t read any of them yet, this is your sign. You can read these in any order you’d like so no worrying about where to start. My two kiddos and I sat down to read this book full of excitement. We read about how to properly take care of our furry family which means also taking them to the vet. It was cute to see my youngest give pep talks to our cats as he tried to give them strength even though it can be scary. As with the others in the series, this book is just as beautifully illustrated all while being incredibly educational. This would make a fantastic addition to a classroom, daycare, or home library. Share this with all the younger ones in your lives to spread the word about cat care!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Oscar and Emmy Visit Grandma (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Shannen Kern

Oscar and Emmy Visit GrandmaOscar and Emmy Visit Grandma by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Oscar and Emmy series is one of our favorites in our household, so everyone was excited when I brought a new one home! The illustrations are absolutely beautiful and definitely add another layer to the story itself. It also helps keep younger kids’ attention as well as provides context clues. It is a well-timed read since we are planning a vacation, and my kiddos are a little anxious that our fur-mily can’t come with us this time. This is a very educational and informative read to be enjoyed by all ages. It would be a perfect addition to a home library, school, or daycare to share with the young ones in your life.

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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The Places We Call Home by Kim Ann – Review by Ayla Phipps

The Places We Call Home: A picture book to remind us that home is where all love begins.The Places We Call Home: A picture book to remind us that home is where all love begins. by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Absolutely love Kim Ann’s books. Such fun and beautiful illustrations mixed with “fun fonts” that make it fun to read for all ages. I love how inclusive the author is also. This book didn’t just talk about different people’s homes but also included all animals, land, air, water. As well as different locations, cities, towns, mountains, grasslands, beaches.

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Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Ayla Phipps

Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun!Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun! by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again, Terri Sabol bridges the gap between people and understanding their pets. Oscar and Emmy are due for their annual checkups in this one and Charlie and Abby learn about all the ways they can help their pets at home. Brushing them daily and helping their teeth. This series always has such an amazingly informative story with beautiful illustrations and step by step information in the back on ways to help your pets.

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G is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker – Review by Emily H

G is for Gossamer: A Children's SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC's BookG is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Absolutely beautiful illustrations take the reader on a journey through a fantastical take on the Alphabet. Each letter represents a sophisticated word. I thought this was delightful and unique. Children will really enjoy this one and I think adults as well. Highly recommend.

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Oscar and Emmy Visit Grandma (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Gillian Fawell

Oscar and Emmy Visit GrandmaOscar and Emmy Visit Grandma by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oscar and Emmy are off on another heartwarming adventure – this time to Grandma’s house! This beautifully written and illustrated picture book gives the perspective of and attention to the feelings of children who are leaving pets behind whilst on holiday. However it also gives insight into the feelings of Oscar and Emmy too and helps to explain why cats (and other animals) behave the way they do in a new environment! Another great read and I look forward to reading more of what Oscar and Emmy get up to!

Reviewed by @sparkinside

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Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Gillian Fawell

Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun!Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun! by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lots of books talk about feeding cats and playing with them but this book gently explains what happens when you take your cat to the vet and some finer details of comprehensive pet care. The characters are warm and familiar with the children asking age appropriate questions that the readers may have themselves without making it a dry, how to book. Great for children of all ages!

Reviewed by @sparkinside

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Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun! by Terri Sabol – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun!Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun! by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oscar and Emmy are about to set off on a new adventure, it is time to go to the vets for their yearly check up, but they do not want to go in the carriers and keep escaping!

When they get to the vet, they are signed in by the receptionist and then they go into the room with the actual vet, but now they don’t want to get out of the carriers!

However, the vet is really good and goes through all of their checks, but is it as scary as they thought and what will the vet be checking? This is a wonderful way to introduce children to the importance of vet visits and how to keep their cats healthy in an easily understandable way.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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G is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

G is for Gossamer: A Children's SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC's BookG is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an ABC book, but not as you know it, the pictures are whimsical and full of details, while the words themselves are more advanced and eclectic, but still exciting to learn.

Both adults and children will gain from reading this book, and with the definitions being given at the back as well, it is a great all rounder.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn

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Buddy is a curious little puppy with a big personality. When he discovers he looks different than the other corgis, he feels like he doesn’t belong. However, Buddy’s momma will help him see that being different is what makes him special!

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Author Suzanna Lynn is a happily married, full-time mother of three beautiful, energetic children, and lives in a small town nestled in the deep rolling hills of Missouri.

 

Growing up in the Ozarks, Suzanna spent her childhood wandering the fields and woods surrounding her home. While most children avoided the dark corners of the woods, she sought them out; imagining them to be filled with fairies, dragons and all number of creatures.

 

Having not lost her childhood imagination, Suzanna has written numerous poems, songs and short stories that won various awards in high school and college. Her dream was to, one day, be an author.

 

In 2014 she decided to stop wishing she could publish a book and made the dream a reality when she released The Bed Wife.

 

That first novella gave birth to two more books, completing the series, and stirred the embers of her five-book series called The Untold Stories. She has since published stand alone novels, and has published several children’s books.

 

When she’s not busy writing, illustrating, or spending time with her family, Suzanna loves to travel, go horseback riding, and growing flowers. She also has been known to volunteer with her children’s school, the Ladies Auxiliary, and even her local zoo!

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Oscar and Emmy Visit Grandma’s(Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Hannah Porter

Oscar and Emmy Visit GrandmaOscar and Emmy Visit Grandma by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We always love reading Oscar and Emmy adventures; this one was no different. Going to grandmas is always a blast and for these little kitties it is even better.The story follows Oscar and Emmy as they experience a fun-filled trip to their Grandma’s house. Sabol’s writing is accessible and rhythmic, with a focus on the sights and activities that make a visit to Grandma’s special. The text is complemented by bright, colorful illustrations that bring the story to life and highlight the warm, familial atmosphere. The author also did a fantastic job at capturing the joy and excitement of a visit to a grandparent’s house through the eyes of two lovable pets. I totally can’t wait for more of their adventure.

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Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Hannah Porter

Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun!Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun! by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this installment of Oscar and Emmys adventure is a delightful and educational read for young children, particularly those who are preparing for or are apprehensive about a vet visit. Terri Sabol’s gentle approach and engaging illustrations make this book a valuable resource for parents and a comforting companion for young readers. This author’s books are always both engaging and educational, with this one offering a gentle and reassuring portrayal of what can be an anxiety-inducing experience for children and pets alike getting ready for a visit. I can’t wait to read more from this brilliant author.

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Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun!Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun! by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oscar any Emmy Visit the Vet is a children’s book about vet care for animals. They require regular checkups to stay healthy and require a few things at home to keep them healthy and from having to visit the vet as often as well. It details a lot of things in the last few pages that will help you know what to do. I thought this was easily understood, had great pictures, and was well thought out. I enjoyed it.

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries A Kid’s Guide to Homemade Dog Treats (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Felicia Bates

Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries: A Kid's Guide to Homemade Dog Treats (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries: A Kid’s Guide to Homemade Dog Treats by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was really excited to read this installment of Porter and Midge with my kids. Even though we don’t have any dogs, some of the most important people in our lives do, I knew the kids would love the creative, hands on aspect of this book.
I love a good children’s book that rhymes so I really enjoyed the flow of the writing. Overall, this was a great kids book!

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The Places We Call Home by Kim Ann – Review by Kelli Harper

The Places We Call Home: A picture book to remind us that home is where all love begins.The Places We Call Home: A picture book to remind us that home is where all love begins. by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wonderful children’s book about all the different places that people and animals can live and call home. The illustrations are great and really show what those places are. The big take away from this book is that everyone has a safe place to go and call “HOME”. A place to feel safe and loved.

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Oscar and Emmy Visit Grandma (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

Oscar and Emmy Visit GrandmaOscar and Emmy Visit Grandma by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a cute addition to the Oscar and Emmy series of children’s books. In this one Abby, Charlie, and their family are going on a trip, and even though they want to take their kitties on the trip with them they know that the best place for them is at grandmas house. Grandma enjoys having the kitties, and they enjoy watching all of grandmas visitors. I think this was a fun way to look at what to do with your animals when going anywhere and may help to give comfort if the need arises to do so. Even through a little mishap everything turned out wonderful.

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Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Angela Plate, September 2024

Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun!Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun! by Terri Sabol
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really good children’s book. It’s beautifully illustrated and has well developed characters. This story follows the process of cars being seen by the vet. It is very informative and easily understood by young readers.

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries A Kid’s Guide to Homemade Dog Treats (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries: A Kid's Guide to Homemade Dog Treats (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries: A Kid’s Guide to Homemade Dog Treats by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series of books is so cute and so fun for families. If you have a child and a dog then this series is great for you! Or if you plan on getting a dog for your family/child. This series helps kids understand dogs more and the responsibilities that come with having and caring for them. You might learn too! In this book you learn about baking treats for your dog. It has so many wonderful recipes for you and your kiddos to test out. In the back it has some great talking points that are perfect for you to talk about with your young dog lover too. My girls can’t wait to try out some of the recipes for our three dogs. We are thinking of making the “Penny’s Peanut Butter and Honey Dog Biscuits” first, as all three of our dogs have no issues with the ingredients in them. I love that these books teach you so much about dogs while reading. Every child should read these if they have a dog or plan on getting a dog. I have even learned some things and I am in my 30s! My girls are excited to read more and of course super excited to get into the kitchen and start baking for the puppies! 🙂

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Where’s Gramma? by Tricia Gardella – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

Where's Gramma?Where’s Gramma? by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a super cute children’s book about a super cool grandma. She climbs trees, plays with bugs and observes worms, but also gets the chores done. Who wouldn’t want her for a grandma?

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries A Kid’s Guide to Homemade Dog Treats (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Jennifer Reimer

Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries: A Kid's Guide to Homemade Dog Treats (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries: A Kid’s Guide to Homemade Dog Treats by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely love how each and every one of these Porter and Midge books have a very learning and informative story to each and everyone of them. This story follows with learning about healthy snacks for your dog. This book really followed well with the illustrations and where colorful and engaging to my kids. After we read this the kids wanted to make healthy snacks for our dogs because this book also shared some snake recipes. This is a great book for kids to learn and engage them into doing activities.

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G is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

G is for Gossamer: A Children's SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC's BookG is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was one of the most beautifully illustrated children’s ABC books that I’ve ever had the chance to read. I even, as a 34 year old woman, learned a word from this book, Hirsute, which meant hairy. I’d never heard that before. There was even a helpful glossary at the back of the book in case you run into a situation such as that. Well done!

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Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Kelli Harper

Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun!Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun! by Terri Sabol
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Yet another tale about Oscar and Emmy. Two adorable felines that have found a loving home. This time the family is taking the kitties to the vet for a check up, This series is so educational and helpful for first time young pet owners. The amazing illustrations and the short story help children to focus on the topic at hand. I love the extra guides at the end of the story to help educate kids even more.

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G is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

G is for Gossamer: A Children's SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC's BookG is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

G is for Gossamer is the bougee ABC book. It is easily the fanciest letter learning book I’ve ever seen. I missed the part that the definitions were included (at the end) and found myself googling the word to learn what it meant. The cover gave me a Charlotte’s Web feel and I picked it for that alone. The illustrations within are breathtaking. Not a word I would normally use to describe a toddler picture book, but more than fitting. I did learn a few new words and my son learned probably close to half of these.

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The Places We Call Home by Kim Ann – Review by Jenni Bishop

The Places We Call Home: A picture book to remind us that home is where all love begins.The Places We Call Home: A picture book to remind us that home is where all love begins. by Kim Ann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Places We Call Home is another delightful children’s picture book tale by Kim Ann. Kim teaches through fun and rhyming what a home is. Whether it be a person, a house, a town, a city and even what animals call home such as the sea, the bush or wherever. Everyone and everything have that special place that is home to them and that is what Kim instils with this tale. This little tale has big meaning, and it is to teach us all that it doesn’t matter if you move all the time or not, home is where the heart is.
This fun and colourful picture book with beautiful illustrations by Nejla ShoJaie will help imaginative little minds learn about their home and heart.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries A Kid’s Guide to Homemade Dog Treats (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Samantha Cleaver

Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries: A Kid's Guide to Homemade Dog Treats (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries: A Kid’s Guide to Homemade Dog Treats by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As always, this book in the series was perfect. My son and I absolutely love this series. We especially enjoyed all the recipes to make our very own pup treats one day. Def recommend this book to parents with small kids that have or want a dog.

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Where’s Gramma? by Tricia Gardella – Review by Lisa Helmick

Where's Gramma?Where’s Gramma? by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What an adventurous Gramma! I love all the places she goes and things she does.
The illustrations in this book are wonderful and very detailed. My favorite is the mole’s home. This book would be perfect for a younger child so questions can be asked about what that Gramma is up to.

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G is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker – Review by Cindy Rushin

G is for Gossamer: A Children's SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC's BookG is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a very interesting take on an abc book. It might not be right for every child but for that inquisitive and intelligent child who loves to learn and read this book is perfect. I loved how not only were the words associated with each letter colorfully illustrated but the definitions were added in the back of the book, which does help that little inquisitive and intelligent child learn and grow. I think this book might not be for every child but I definitely recommend that anyone with children because it will definitely help them to grow and learn.

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