Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt – Review by Codi Parham
This story is great for readers of all ages. As a lover of books and language, I love the way Pratt encourages children to explore both in this quaint short story. This book nurtures curiosity and provides learning opportunities for readers.
Practically Pagan – An Alternative Guide to Magical Living by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book teaches you how to have your own version of HEA. How to have joy without guilt or shame. Move past outdated narratives, and transcend limiting cultural beliefs. The reader is encouraged to explore different aspects of spiritually. By exposing generational and ancestral trauma, you can reclaim your authentic self. The author does excellent sharing about narratives of hope and healing- particularly for those who are othered bodies- as a form of everyday magic. You don’t need to be mestiza in order to get wisdom and healing from this book. This is about everyday magic for any practitioner of any background which makes the tips and advice not culturally specific. It inspires the reader to explore the areas in life where you need healing. It’s soup for the soul! The author also shares how she organizes the book and what will be covered with concept definitions, tips, real-life examples, and how to develope these practices in your own life. Loved this unique self-help book from a local author!
Review by @bilberrysweet
It’s her thyme to shine! Chef Olivia is the strong, capable young woman today’s society needs! The protagonist in Cooked: The Chef Blows Her Lid by Cari Schaeffer is a brilliant character with an array of emotions from sadness, empathy, anger, and even joy. As she comes into her own confidence through cooking and owning her own business, she discovers her true self! You absolutely need to add this to your reading list before the year is up!
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Amaleigh is known for her big heart and how she cares about everyone around her. While at the library one day she notices her school library bilingual section doesn’t have that many books.
Amaleigh hatches a plan to change this!
What a wholesome book for kids about how they can make changes in their world and spark an interest in making their own library. Great for school age kids my 4.5 year old loved this story!
Practically Pagan – An Alternative Guide to Magical Living by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 out 5 stars
I love Maria! She is a phenomenal author! I am glued to every thing she writes! I love this guide, it is utter perfection, and helps you find the simple pleasures of life, while still being a magical creature. Her words flow from the pages; with just the right amount of comedy and seriousness. Great read!
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I truly enjoy reading book’s with a pure heart. This author did a great job. Amaleigha is kind, wanting to help others, and feeling safe to share her ideas with others. Current times at times and with certain people we cant do that. So reading this book just makes me feel like we lost touch of that. Needs to be more positive open communication.
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was such a lovely heart warming story teaching children about fundraising and working together as a community to help others. I would highly recommend this beautiful children’s story.
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Amaleigha loves helping people and recently she’s noticed a need in her local school library. She presents an idea to her teacher and her grandfather, and together with other trusted adults, they hatch a plan to include bilingual books in the school library.
This is a cute book that could inspire a youngster to want to find a way to help others, whether it be a bilingual library like Amaleigha or some other brilliant idea. It also encourages readers to seek out others who may have experience in a given area that could possibly help them to implement their idea to fruition. I also like how this book featured multiple different languages to give young readers a multicultural experience while reading the book.
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another cute story about Amaleigha. A six year old little girl with a heart of gold. She reminds me of my 6 year old son. Constantly so thoughtful and caring. Always thinking of others and how to make them happier and their lives better. In this book, she thinks about other kids who may speak and read different languages, and their need for books in their own language! Such a sweet thought. I hope there will be more in this series.
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Amaleigha loves reading! She even goes to the library often. As she visits she notices many people and their different languages. Looking further into the availability she notices, there are not enough books for them to read. So she sets forth a plan, thinking she can do it. Can she? How about getting others involved, will they want to help? Once again this author has written another easy to follow and fun to read for children. I love how Amaleigha gets others involved. As does the author! I look forward to seeing where Amaleigha and this author goes next. I truly enjoyed reading this to my grandchildren.
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Practically Pagan – An Alternative Guide to Magical Living by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a book which I really enjoyed and connected to, not because I am Pagan, in fact it had nothing to do with Pagan. This book is full of simple beliefs and practices, which makes our life a lot more enjoyable to live in. Simple things like being happy , slowing down, living in the moment, is the need of the hour right now. There are many authors who are trying to bring this point to light in many innovative ways. The central message of this book is amazing and I am in sync with it. We need to work towards peace and tranquility in our every day life and this book drives home the point really well.
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a short and engaging story designed to make children think about the world around them. Although the themes of the story were probably slightly beyond my little ones this book certainly got my eldest interest in libraries. And while she may not have understood everything she loved looking through the images.
This is only the second book by this author that we have read but it was just as enjoyable as the first book. It is one we could all sit down and read together and I am looking forward to us all being able to discover more of her work in the future.
Practically Pagan – An Alternative Guide to Magical Living by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This is more of a self-help book. It gives readers a look at the author’s journey and what we can do to have our own journey. There are many insights on how one can achieve the goals that will help you find a way to live a life that is based on what some would call magic. Giving you a better look at life and self-care and self-love. This is an easy way to introduce readers to take a step back, breathe and find the magic in everyday life. Slowing down to enjoy the simplicity of life. Routines and rituals that can be used to learn and find your way. This book emphasis listening to the world around you and finding self-worth. In my opinion this book centered more on spirituality than what some would call Paganism. Not what I expected from the title of the book but still an interesting read.
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story is a cute inspirational story. I read it to my 6 year old and he loved it. He said it was a really good idea and she was smart to think of it. He likes that it gives you the steps to make your own little free library. I think this book is a little intense for young children to read themselves. But it is a good book to read to them. Any elementary age would enjoy the story. It really makes me wonder if it’s a true story- seems advanced for a 6 year old though process, but it wouldn’t surprise me either. I love the networking shown to children, to get the community involved in their projects.
Review by @way2gosmartguy
Practically Pagan – An Alternative Guide to Magical Living by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have read a couple book by this author and I find her to be one of the most inspirational and motivational writers out there. I really like how she is able to uplift your soul and broaden your imagination. The book is full of colourful imagery and words. I found it very motivational and was able to help on my own self journey. I highly recommend this book and this author and will be reading more from her as well.
Review by @caraleeloonat
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Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story is another cute book my kids and I loved reading. She tackles a problem of people from other countries not being able to read in her local library, so she has taken it upon herself to try and solve this problem. Being an avid reader myself, I found a little bit of myself in her all over again. My two kids ages 6 and 10 loved the problem-solving and creative ways that Amaleigha takes on problems. After reading this book, my kids asked to go to our own local library to see what books they can get out for themselves. This book definitely planted a seed of loving books in my kids that I hope will grow!
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is my second book in the Amaleigha series and I love reading her stories. Amaleigha is a little girl, but shows a lot of conviction and care towards the community. She comes up with novel ideas, asks for help, spreads the word and makes sure that the plan is set in motion.
In this book , Amaleigha notices that the school library does not offer much to read for people who speak a different language. She herself loves to read and understands the importance of reading . So she sets up a plan so that students who speak different language would have more books to read.
She spreads the word and people come forward to help and raise money. Very soon, the community opens up a bilingual free library.
A very short meaningful story, I love the underlying message and the attitude towards serving the community.
Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
My daughter loved every second of this book and has asked me to read it to her multiple times since the first time we read it. I love watching her mind working as we read it together. We can’t wait to see what else we can read from this author!
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I love Amaleigha books!
You can guarantee you will always get a pure story with one!
I don’t know that I would say small children are a good target for this one.
But the message behind this book is so beautiful. I really enjoyed reading it!
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story is about a sweet girl who always thinks of others. She is very observant and notices things that others don’t. When she finds something she enjoys she wants to make sure everyone else can enjoy it too, so she finds a way to make it happen. In this story, she wants everyone to share her love of books, but discovers that there are not very many books available for bilingual students. She comes up with a plan and gets the community involved in making changes, so that the library has books for everyone.
This is another sweet story that reminds us not only to think of others and be aware that not everyone is as fortunate, but also that we can help others and even little people can make big changes to make the world better for everyone. I definitely recommend this book.
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Another really cute story about Amaleigha! For a 6 year old she has such a grown up head on her shoulders and she thinks of such wonderful ideas. I love how this book can encourage children to think about how to fundraise for different things and encourage communities working together. I loved that at the end of the story there is suggestions about how to build a community book box, something that I’m sure children would love to do and be a part of. The story is simple and easy to follow with beautiful illustrations.
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a great read! I had read another of Amaleigha’s adventures recently and was so excited to see another. I loved how they incorporated a love of reading for this character. Made her very relatable. It was such an inspiring story as well. To make sure everyone has stories to read in their respective languages is amazing!! Would definitely recommend this to friends who have children!
Review by @heather26
Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Small eyes, big dreams. Amaleigha is a five year old who has big ideas. She loves spending time in nature. She runs barefoot in the woods, spends a lot of time gazing at the sky. She suddenly has this idea of sharing her experience with someone. She brings up the idea before her parents who whole heartedly support her. Her friends and family join in and together they make a big difference in the community! A cute story to remind children that you can start making a difference to this world at any age. The illustrations were very nice and the plot was neat. I loved the concept.
Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a great little story. It’s a book that adults will enjoy reading with their littles and the littles can read on their own. It’s a nice reminder of how innocent kids are and how they see the world around them.
Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved this story. It was so cute and wholesome. It follows Amaleigha, a 5 yr old who loves the outdoors and nature. She comes up with a brilliant idea and with determination and the help of others, she brings it to fruition. She proves that even young children can have a powerful impact on their community and the world. I hope you read it with your young ones, and I hope it encourages everyone to go out and do your very best for this world. Most of all I hope it encourages everyone to go out into nature more often.
Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Janice Pratt really brings to life a child’s imagination and the possibilities that can come of it. This is a great book for children and adults alike with a lovely story and wonderful accompanying illustrations.
As an elementary librarian, I adore the book, Amaleigha Loves a Good Story. Amaleigha has the world’s biggest heart and always finds ways to help the people around her. She loves to read books but soon notices that the bilingual section of her school library does not have many books. She crafts a plan to enhance her school library collection and soon has the whole community’s support.
Janice Pratt has a knack for writing amazing stories that show children how to be better people in a relatable manner. One of my favorite things about this book is that it provides a message that children need access to bilingual books at school and in the community. Pratt even included the mayor’s message in different languages which makes the message shine through her book.
Many social-emotional points can be spoken about within the story… Speaking to children about these different points can help them become more like Amaleigha.
– How can we have big hearts?
– How can we help others?
– How can we work together as a community?
– Even as a child, you can do great things.
This book would be a great way to spark the interest of children in creating a little library. Speaking of which, the back of the book provides information about creating a little library.
I also want to give a shout-out to Alina Kralia who truly brings the story to life with vivid illustrations. Kralia does an amazing job even with the smallest details of the illustrations.
As a side note… I have to say that for one of two reasons, the dedication made my heart smile: I serve as a school librarian and I know of a few librarians in the Oklahoma area.
Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
For a kid’s book, I found it inspiring and as a kid’s book, that’s downright surprising. I not only enjoyed the characters but admired Amaleigha the most! Her personality rang true for a lively 5-yea-old and entertained me and my kids upon reading this to them. My 7-yr-old is still acting like her at home and at school: don’t judge me, LOL but it’s so funny.
Witty, funny and downright informative: she reminds me to keep the inner child in me alive and kicking!
Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another sweet, wonderfully illustrated, well written Amaleigha story. This one stars the independent, creative, curious Amaleigha. She really enjoys being outdoors and investigating the changing seasons, and all the intricacies that nature, and the world have to offer but wants everyone else to be able to have the same opportunities to do so as well. Amaleigha gathers her family, and individuals throughout town and together they build a barefoot park. I really loved how the author includes directions on how to build your own barefoot park to really get the readers engaged and having fun. This is a wonderful children’s story.
Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a beautiful story about a little girl who maybe a little different than other kids her age. She really thinks about the world around her. She is a nature lover, and an explorer. She is a dreamer with a big idea and works to make it happen, even at her age. She reminds me of my 5yo. He enjoyed this story and we can’t wait to read more in the series.
