A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A cute short story about how a woman’s belief in God lead to the miracle return of her cat Muffin. The author based this on her real life, many different religions believe different things and that should be understood when reading this story, that the author’s views and beliefs maybe different than your own.
A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a cute children’s story about learning that you can trust in the Lord and that He is there when you need Him. This is a spiritual inspiration that any child would enjoy reading. The author brings this story to life with details and a plot that is true life. It has great illustrations that will pull your child in and keep them engaged to the end. There is so much to learn from this book that it is one you won’t regret adding to your child’s library. I enjoyed reading this book. I highly recommend it.
Review by @bjwagner
Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is another great book for littles. In this story it helps teach kids that need to pick up their trash when they are out on the beach. Cray sees all these people coming to the beach to have fun. The more that show up the more trash shows up on the beach and water. Cray and his friends make a plan to gather all the trash to clean up the beach.
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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.
Sasha Smart: Short Stories for Girls by Shermaine Perry-Knights
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Sasha Smart by Shermaine Perry-Knights
Sasha Smart by Shermaine Perry-Knights is a wonderfully written children’s book of short stories that children of any age can enjoy. It’s aimed for middle school aged children 8-12 but my son is almost six and he loved this book. I love that there’s a lesson to be learned and that it’s ok to be different and it’s ok to make mistakes because that’s how we learn. My son liked the illustrations and Sasha he kept saying he understood what she was going through but for a girl. .Friends and Friendships are important yet so is family. I know this might be about Sasha and young teen girls but my son really liked this story and said boys can read it too. We highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. We look forward to reading more from this Author.
Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Seal Gray is playing with his beach ball when he loses control of it. Several things transpire from that and Gray finds himself in a situation where he’s lying about the ball being his. This book focuses on telling the truth and preserving friendships.
The illustrations in this book are very colorful and attractive. Be sure to show anyone you are reading this to the pictures. If a young reader is reading to you, use that as a teachable moment about items in the pictures, as well as the story itself.
Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a fun and entertaining story this is. I loved the premise of the book and what is teaches children. I also loved how engaging the illustrations were. They are definitely what caught my kids attention first. We all enjoyed sitting and reading this book as a family, even reading it multiple times already.
It is always a joy to find a new author my kids like and, based on the last couple of books, I can definitely say we have found another one. We are all looking forward to reading more from this author, especially if they are as good as this one.
Nessie and the Viking Gold by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another Wickstrom story, well loved by my niece and nephew. She has become one of their most asked for authors. Craig and Linda’s adventures with Nessie have become their favorite. They can’t wait to see what adventure they all have next. While this story is geared more toward the 8 to 10 year old range, it can easily be enjoyed by younger children. My family would recommend this book as well as the author.
A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A New Day for Cray is the 2nd book I’ve read with my 7 year old in this series (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay). Cray is a mean little crab at the start of this book! He pinches all his friends, and they do not like it. I’m glad he had a transformation and learned his lesson- and taught a lesson to all the young readers regarding friendship and kindness. All his friends names rhyme, which my son thought was cool. We have Fay (turtle), Ray (seagull) and Hay (fox). The illustrations in this book are lovely; so fun and colorful. After reading this book, we had to do some research on crabs loosing their claws. Then went back to the other Cray book we read (Cray Saves the Day), to see if he had 2 claws in that story. I love this series and my son can’t wait to read the rest.
reviewed by @way2gosmartguy
Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Cray Saves the Day is a cute book from the Adventures of Cray on the Bay series. The book teaches kids to take care of the earth- don’t litter and clean up after yourselves. It presents an important topic, in a way that is easy for the young readers to understand. It would be great for Earth Day or responsibility topics presented to youngsters. The book is rhyming and has a lot of characters, who each have their own book (we plan to read later). My 7 year old read the book to me without assistance so it would be great for early elementary students. The illustrations are bright and colorful.
Reviewed by @way2gosmartguy
Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Cray, the seal once again helps us to learn a lesson through a fun story with beautiful illustrations! As Cray loses his ball, a cascade of mishaps ensues, teaching us about honesty, guilt, apology, and forgiveness. Rhymes and illustrations increase the excitement of the story as the it unfolds, emphasizing themes of friendship and acceptance. This charming addition to “The Adventures of Cray on the Bay” series captivates with its simplicity and warmth, making it perfect for young audiences seeking both entertainment and valuable life lessons.
Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is another cute installment to “The Adventures of Cray on the Bay” series. This time we meet Seal Grey who loves to play with his beach ball and we learn what happens when accidents happen but instead of telling the truth Grey lies and hurts his friends. I love how simplistic Rhymes is with his lessons and the illustrations are absolutely astounding. I can’t wait for the next book in this series to come out. These are fantastic for littles!
Reviewed by @meggs1717
A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
In this fun, child’s book you follow a crab that enjoys being mean and pinches everyone. This story teaches children how being mean doesn’t help them get friends. The rhyming helps get the repetition in their head of why they shouldn’t be. It is a great little book that many ages will enjoy but children need to hear it slightly more than most adults.
A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a wonderful story! I absolutely adored it. The illustrations were great. A Miracle in Muffin tells us about how a cat missing brought her to God. I have recommended it to my daughter and even our church youth pastor.
Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is my first children’s book by this author which I enjoyed. Some of my favorite parts are the illustrations and how the author was able to bring them to life with their writing skills. This is a fun story about Seal Gray and his journey of mishaps, mistakes and consequences. I enjoyed this character and what he brought to the story. This is a story that any child would enjoy over and over. An interactive story that I highly recommend.
Review by @bjwagner
Nessie and the Viking Gold by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
“Nessie and the Viking Gold” is a captivating adventure that seamlessly blends folklore with historical intrigue, creating a magical tale for young readers. The author’s skillful storytelling weaves together elements of mystery, friendship, and courage, making it an engaging read from start to finish. The vivid descriptions of the Scottish landscapes and the lovable character of Nessie add an extra layer of charm to the narrative. The clever incorporation of Viking history and mythology not only educates young minds but also sparks their curiosity. With its clever plot twists and endearing characters, “Nessie and the Viking Gold” is a delightful literary journey that leaves a lasting impression and encourages a love for both storytelling and history.
Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
“Cray Saves the Day” is an absolute delight for young readers! The vibrant illustrations are captivating, bringing the adorable character Cray to life on every page. The storyline is not only entertaining but also carries a valuable lesson about teamwork and friendship. The clever use of colors and simple language makes it accessible for early readers, fostering a love for books. The interactive elements in the book, such as engaging activities and challenges, make it an engaging and educational experience for children. Overall, “Cray Saves the Day” is a charming and heartwarming addition to any child’s bookshelf, guaranteed to spark their imagination and leave them with a smile.
A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a heartwarming Christian based book based on a true story. Wonderfully written with beautiful illustrations. This book is geared towards children 6 and up.
Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this book! It was so good, I can’t wait to read it to my 3 year old little boy! I really love the lesson they learn in this book. It was very much really thought out and it was fun! I love the names of the characters! It really is a fun and lesson filled book for little kids and even adults!
Sasha Smart: Short Stories for Girls by Shermaine Perry-Knights
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Sasha Smart: Short Stories for Girls is a collection of short stories for girls from the ages of eight to twelve years of age. Each story centers around a young girl named Sasha as she navigates her way through life and tries to overcome things like peer pressure, bullying, and low self esteem. The stories are empowering and encourage young girls to learn self acceptance, overcoming obstacles, standing up for oneself as well as others, and positivity. The messages contained within this collection are great for both boys and girls, and young and old alike. The illustrations throughout the book are bright, colorful and really bring the stories to life. I highly recommend this book for all ages!
Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Once again another G Pa Rhymes book with absolutely beautiful artwork and a wonderful lesson. This book is great to show kids, lying can hurt others and yourself, and friends will always understand and help you in any situation. I love following along with this group of friends and learning different life lessons along with them.
Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Cray Crab and his friends, Gray, Fay and Ray are back for another adventure in Beach Ball Blunder, which is part of the Adventures of Cray on the Bay series. I just absolutely adore this series so much and so do my great nieces and nephew as well. The illustrations are beautiful and engaging and the story is just wonderful.
Seal Gray is enjoying a beautiful day playing with his colorful beach ball…but gets in a pickle when his ball bounces away. What happens after the ball causes a mess….Seal Gray learns a valuable lesson…
I do not want to give the story away or any spoilers, but this story is more for baby – 7 years of age, this could be enjoyed even if you are young at heart….and learning a valuable lesson too that we could take to heart.
Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Beach Ball Blunder is another wonderful and exciting book from G Pa that kids will fall in love with.
Not only is it a fun tale but it teaches children that things that they do or say have consequences. It is a good opening to discuss these things with your kids and help them learn. Friendship, trust, forgiveness and truthfulness are very powerful things for children to learn from the get-go.
The bright and colourful illustrations by the talented Erica Leigh bring the narrative alive and is as catching as the rhyming the story is told in.
Read along as Gray learns a very valuable lesson.
This cute story is full of fun and is easy to read.
I look forward to sharing more of G Pa’s stories with my grandbabies.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Nessie and the Viking Gold by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
As always this wonderful author has brought us another truly imaginative and creative story filled with fun to spark imaginations. Teamed up with fantastic illustrations this is a book not to be missed.
I mean come on it has the Loch Ness Monster and Viking treasure who wouldn’t want to read about that!
A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a very short read that I think my grandchildren would enjoy. Muffin is a cat that disappeared and was later found.
A Mother and her daughter are trying to find their way when they see a church with people outside standing around talking. They decided to go.
This story will teach your children about trust and faith.
A must read for children these days.
Sasha Smart: Short Stories for Girls by Shermaine Perry-Knights
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I liked the premise of this book and I think it was well executed for the most part. I liked that the stories were short and to-the-point to keep the attention of the reader. I also felt that the “lessons” in the stories were very poignant and spot on for today’s girls. The only thing that gives me pause is how much emphasis is put on Sasha being able to attain these attributes comes from her friends. While I completely understand the importance of friends and friendship (especially at this age) I think it is also important to stress that you also have your family (which is shown in the book) but also that these attributes can come from within as well and you don’t always need (or will have) that outside influence there to positively push you. But overall, I would recommend this book and I like the message it sent and the illustrations were absolutely amazing.
Reviewed by @meggs1717
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1448103.Nessie_and_the_Viking_Gold” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Nessie and the Viking Gold” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1183706701l/1448103._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1448103.Nessie_and_the_Viking_Gold”>Nessie and the Viking Gold</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2948111.Lois_June_Wickstrom”>Lois June Wickstrom</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6237392514″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Craig, Linda and their parents are back at the loch bnb for vacation. The kid’s mom tells them to stay away from the lake after last years incident. When they arrive there is another family at the bnb as well. Anna, who is Craig’s age, and her father. Anna wants to take Linda to Portia’s concert. But one the kids get on Mcduff’s boat because he wants to record Nessie’s voice.<br />As Portia and her band are practicing for the concert, the boat tips over. Linda is able to get down to the grotto and talk to Nessie about what’s happening to the Loch Ness. Now it’s up to Craig, Linda and Portia to save the Loch Ness before it all comes crashing and floods. This was such an amazing ending to the Nessie series!!
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Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The characters in this book are lovable and relatable, making it easy for children to connect with the story and learn from Gray’s mistakes. The illustrations are colorful and engaging, adding to the overall appeal of the book. The rhyming text makes the story fun to read aloud, creating a playful and enjoyable reading experience for children.
Overall, Beach Ball Blunder is a fantastic book that teaches important life lessons in a fun and engaging way. It is a must-have for any child’s bookshelf and is sure to be a favorite for years to come. Highly recommended for parents, educators, and children alike.
Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A great teachable story about telling lies. Gray is playing with his ball on the beach and things get out of control. We see Gray take responsibility for his actions. I love the bright and colorful illustrations. They rhymes and rhythms of the story really make reading it such a neat adventure when you’re doing storytime with your grandchildren. Mine love it when I read this author’s books . Gray, Cray, Turtle Fay, Hay and the others are such a fun crew and teach at the same time. A must add to family libraries or the classroom library.
Nessie and the Viking Gold by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the second installment in the Nessie series with Craig and Linda along for another adventure! I never hesitate to pick up one of Wickstrom’s books and I love her chapter books as much as I do her picture books. She’s always weaving lessons and learning together in such a way that kids don’t even know they are getting something out of it! This is a book that your older ones can read on their own or you can use this as a family read-aloud. I love the illustrations sprinkled throughout the book and I can’t wait to see what Nessie’s (and Craig and Linda’s) next adventure will be.
Reviewed by @meggs1717
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