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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Rayne East

I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A story about inclusion
I Am An Outer Space Alien is such and engaging and fun read. The author cleverly weaves the educational message about inclusion, acceptance, and diversity through a cute fantasy adventure story. Aimed at early childhood ages, kids can easily connect to the concepts and illustrations. Another great addition to a home or school library. Recommend.

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Lilly Tames Her Worries by Carole Heaney – Review by Rayne East

Lilly Tames Her WorriesLilly Tames Her Worries by Carole Heaney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A great book to share with all kids
This brilliantly illustrated picture story book tackles anxiety in such a sensitive way. I really loved the easy to read language and how the ‘heebie-jeebies’ were illustrated. What Lilly goes through is very common and the solutions presented are realistic and practical. This would make a great resource for any classroom and home library and a great introduction to a social emotional regulation lesson. Highly recommend.

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Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend by Terri Sabol – Review by Megan Conley

Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-ReturnOscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-Return by Terri Sabol
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really cute and informational story about not only being a responsible pet owner, but being a responsible animal lover. Abby and Charlie have 2 pet cats, Oscar and Emmy, who have made a new friend, Shadow. Shadow, however, is skittish and doesn’t like people, but Abby and Charlie (with their mom’s approval) feed Shadow (and her kittens) outside. Being a responsible animal lover, Abby & Charlie’s mom calls the vet and is advised to trap Shadow and her kittens so they can be fixed and then released in order to prevent overpopulation. Sabol does a fantastic job of presenting really important information in such a way so that children can understand and respect the importance of spaying and neutering your pets (and strays). Children can really connect with the characters and the illustrations are wonderful.

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Lilly Tames Her Worries by Carole Heaney – Review by Shelly Kittell

Lilly Tames Her WorriesLilly Tames Her Worries by Carole Heaney
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a very good book about a little girl who worries alot. I have a little boy who worries a lot and is learning to deal with it. He loves carrying around a stuffed dinosaur. He sat and listened to this story. He’s not a fan of breathing methods yet but I hope reading stories like this will help him. I liked the fact that Lilly was like a real child. She wasn’t instantly cured. Her worries came back throughout the day and she would work on dealing with them with the methods she was taught (since Hun Bun was at home). Even when she got home, she had to deal with Hun Bun needing a bath. A wonderful story that will be added to our home library.

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Lilly Tames Her Worries by Carole Heaney

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Lilly Tames Her Worries by Carole Heaney
Genre – Kids, Family
Page Count – 34
Cover Designer – Corryn Webb

When Lilly forgets her favorite stuffed rabbit, Hun Bun, she worries about getting through school without him. How will Lilly adjust to be able to get through her day?

Hun Bun has been with Lilly since birth and is always there to calm her worries when those pesky heebie-jeebies appear. Heebie-jeebies make her palms sweat, her belly do flip-flops, and her heart beat loudly.

One day, when she forgets to pack Hun Bun, something begins to change. Join Lilly as she discovers how her heebie-jeebies signal her to tame her worries, be brave, and take charge to do hard things.

Grab a copy of Lilly Tames Her Worries for your child’s backpack today!

~ AMAZON ~

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Carole enjoys writing stories with her six grandchildren in mind as they grow in our rapidly changing world. She understands that feeling safe and positive enhances their ability to establish and maintain healthy relationships. Her books discuss social-emotional learning (SEL) ideas to promote greater self-awareness and self-management. As children begin noticing the body’s responses to their emotions in changing situations, they can develop an essential habit of self-inquiry that can build a child’s trust and confidence to problem-solve.

Carole’s career has focused on encouraging healing as a nurse, conscious dying coach, grief companion, and children’s author, one conversation at a time.

Her previous book, The Cardinal’s Gift-A True Story of Finding Hope in Grief, is a Five-Star Readers Favorite to encourage conversations about loss. As she travels to classrooms and children’s camps across the U.S. to engage with children, she is consistently inspired to create new content.

Carole lives in upstate New York with her husband, where she enjoys gardening, creating art, and nature.

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shelly Kittell

I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This author has done another outstanding job with an entertaining and fun children’s book. This one, I felt, covers friendship, feeling different and being lonely. Shirl is a unique character, and she makes the story a conversation starter. I can count on my grandson to bring up unique questions and he wanted to know if she was an alien. We talked about her new friend and the invention. It’s a bright and colorful book. It will make you smile and chuckle. My household is a huge fan of this author and this is another that will be added to our library.

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Julie Johnson

I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another great read by Lois Wickstrom!! She hasn’t disappointed me yet, nor do I think she will. The illustrations in this book are so well done it’s like they are popping off the page too! Young readers will love this story about Shirley, who is know known as Shirl, and how she doesn’t feel like she fits in on Earth. She’d rather talk to aliens on her radio than play sports or eat creamed spinach like people on Earth do. Super cute read!!

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Emily H

I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shirl has never thought she was from Earth. She believes she is an alien and is looking for others of her kind when an visitor arrives and they see what they have in common.

The illustrations were beautiful in this book. Fun story that I think children will enjoy.

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Michelle Mulvey

I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I thought this book was cute. It was about a girl names Shirl who is trying to find where she is from. Her family tells her she is from earth but she doesnt believe them. She meets an alien friend Eee-ahh and they try to find games and things they can do together. Colorful pictures. Cute for the kiddos

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Ten Little Starfish by Kim Ann – Review by Trisha Cargile

Ten Little Starfish: A Counting BookTen Little Starfish: A Counting Book by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ten Little Starfish is the cutest little counting book! The illustrations were adorable and truly helps the young learner visualize the lesson. If your little starfish is familiar with the beach and sea animals, this is a must have! My nephew really enjoyed it as a regular bedtime story too!

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Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend by Terri Sabol – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-ReturnOscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-Return by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m just loving this cover !

Having been involved with a feral colony and TNR myself this is a cause really close to my heart and this story is so beautifully put for children . It’s a very rewarding yet heartbreaking thing to be involved in 🐾😢

I often had children donate food and sometimes even their time and more often than not they could love on kittens 🐈‍⬛🐾❣️

I loved sharing this with my little visitors in the library 📚❣️🐾

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Ayla Phipps

I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We are all different. Shirl doesn’t “fit in” with the humans of Earth, she doesn’t like creamy spinach or sports so she thinks she must be an alien. Talented with electronics, she creates a radio that allows her to talk to aliens. Eee-ahh hears the call and comes to visit hoping they have found their home planet. After some trial and error while they look different, they find a common activity they both enjoy. Beautiful illustrations to go with a cute little story about friendship in all shapes and colors.

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Ten Little Starfish by Kim Ann – Review by Ayla Phipps

Ten Little Starfish: A Counting BookTen Little Starfish: A Counting Book by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beautifully designed. This book is honestly so beautiful and informative in a fun way. The author shows the starfish is several different locations or habitats that they are commonly found in. While also giving some starfish facts at the end of the book. Beautiful rhymes to go with the beautiful pictures.

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How to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Heather Goodman

How to Catch Little Boys and Eat ThemHow to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a new spin on the old jack and the beanstalk fairytale. It’s a cute spin on it. My girl loves every kids book by this author. They are really good at drawing you in and keeping you interested until the last word.

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Very cute, engaging, colorful story that can be enjoyed by young children but also the young at heart.

Shirl does not remember being born on earth, as she feels like she does not fit in….and she does not like certain things to eat…so in her mind she is an alien. When a flying saucer arrives she meets a new friend…Eee-ahh. Both Shirl and Eee-aah become fast friends and discover differences on where they might come from.

This is a cute story and I love the discovery of friendship.

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Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend by Terri Sabol – Review by Stephanie Robb

Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-ReturnOscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-Return by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A wonderful story with beautiful illustrations introducing correct pet care to children. I loved this story and the approachable way it introduces strays and neutering your pets.

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How to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Trista Martin

How to Catch Little Boys and Eat ThemHow to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a fun and creative retelling this book is. This is the first book of the authors I have read and I went into it blindly. I was not expecting a Jack retelling, not only was I surprised but what a wonderful surprise it was. I can’t wait to read this to my granddaughter.

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How to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shannen Kern

How to Catch Little Boys and Eat ThemHow to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My entire family and I love this author’s work! We know that we are in for a fun adventure when we begin reading one of their books. This one is a twist of a classic Jack and the Beanstalk, and we absolutely fell in love with it! The illustrations were super neat, and I thought it flowed just perfectly for a kids book. It held the attention of my hyperactive 7-year-old, and even got some conversation going with my 11-year-old as she doesn’t think about the older fairy tales as much. This book is original and incredibly unique. I highly recommend picking it up and sharing it with the younger ones in your life!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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The Magic Carousel (The Brass Ring Series Book 1) by K.L. Small – Review by Deb Robinson

The Magic Carousel (The Brass Ring #1)The Magic Carousel by K.L. Small
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Russell is 10 and in grade 5. He is a good kid but has some challenges going on in his life. He feels like a failure. With little confidence in himself, he finds himself being bullied at school.

Life changes drastically when his grandfather comes to life with him and his family. When Russell’s grandfather ends up in the hospital he is given a precious item by his grandfather. Russell takes magical journeys that will keep young readers interested and entertained as well as gain the confidence they may need as well.

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom

I Am An Outer Space Alien is the first book in the I am an Alien series that my five year old and I loved reading. We are huge fans of this author and have read several books by her. Each one of her stories have a message to be learned, this one we took away not everyone is the same rather, its how we look or where we come from. My son loved it and we read it several times already. The illustrations are colorful and bring the story to life. This is aimed for children ages 4-8. Shirl feels like she doesn’t fit in with other humans and feels different from others. Shirl thinks because she’s different she must be an alien. What will happen when Eeh-ahh a real alien shows up? I highly recommend reading this book to find out. We look forward to reading more from this Author.

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How to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Plate, August 2023

How to Catch Little Boys and Eat ThemHow to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a cute story. A kids twisted version of Jack and the Beanstalk in a good way. I would age this book for children a little bit older than her normal books, but that’s just me.

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This author has done it, yet again. She has produced an engaging, entertaining and educational story that had our whole family riveted. This author has joined a small handful of other authors that my kids ask for constantly. We re-read each book multiple times, and every time we do they seem to find a new part that becomes their favourite.
I love the way this author creates something that is fun and yet teaches kids something fundamental. The pictures within the stories always bring them to live too. This was just another example of how brilliant her work can be and we are already looking forward to the next book.

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Megan Conley

I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the cute story of Shirl, who is convinced she’s not from Earth because she doesn’t like y’s, creamed spinach, and sports. She invents a radio that can talk to aliens from outer space and Eee-ahh comes to visit her. Eee-ahh is looking for her home planet too, but soon realizes Earth isn’t it. Shirl and Eee-ahh try to find things they can do together and that they have in common to make their lives better together. I always love Wickstrom’s books and how she is able to weave life lessons into her cute stories. The illustrations are always unique and bright as well.

Reviewed by @meggs1717

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I Am An Outer Space Alien is part of the I Am An Alien Series. It is a children’s book geared towards children from the ages of four to eight years old. The story centers around a little girl named Shirley who feels like she does not belong on Earth. She does not like her name because she thinks the letter “y” droops like a dog’s tail, so she calls herself Shirl. Shirl feels like an alien because she does not remember being born, does not like Earth food, and does not like to play Earth games. When a space ship lands, and an alien girl gets off the ship, she and Shirl become instant friends. Shirl finally feels like she has something in common with someone and feels as though she belongs. A cute and quirky story about inclusion, friendship, individuality, and acceptance. The bright illustrations really made the story pop off the pages and brought the story to life. I highly recommend this book!

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien Series Book #1) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Hayes

I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

“The family I live with tells me I was born here, on Earth.
But I don’t remember being born.
I renamed myself Shirl.
That’s a much better name for an outer space alien like me…”

I Am An Outer Space Alien is the first book in the ‘I Am An Alien” series by Lois Wickstrom. It is a fun children’s fantasy story that has an interesting storyline, bright/colourful illustrations, some sci-fi elements, an alien, a spaceship, friendship, adventure, a little drama, cooperation, accepting everyone’s differences, and recognising your own unique individuality.
Shirl feels different to everyone else and like she doesn’t ‘fit’ in with other humans- so she figures she must be an alien. But what happens when an actual alien appears? Get set for a fun, quirky, and engaging read.
Happy reading…

 

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I Am An Outer Space Alien is an educational children’s book and fun read. It is aimed at children aged 4 to 8years old and impressionable little minds. The story encourages them to open their imagination to all possibilities.
With its vivid bright and colourful pictures, it is a winner with children as they follow Shirl and her alien journey. It also full of interesting titbits.
This wonderful adventure story is about friendships. It is a wonderful story, and it doesn’t matter if you are an alien form outer space or not you will learn about making new friends and how to nurture those friendships.
Lois’s stories are valuable tools that help with shaping and the development of skills as they get to enjoy alien adventures.
It is a must as a gift for a special occasion or just because.
There are many more adventures to read to my grandbabies and my new great granddaughter.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom
Genre – Kids
Page Count – 28
Cover Designer – Nicholas Milano

Shirl feels like she is an outer space alien.

While everyone else is outside playing ball, Shirl is calling aliens on her radio. Now a flying saucer is coming to visit.

Now she can meet a real alien! Will they become best friends?

~ AMAZON ~


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Lois is a former science teacher. She has written a series of science-based folktales.  In each modernized tale, the protagonist achieves a better ending because of learning scientific principles. Lois likes to garden, ride her bike with her husband, cook, and she votes in every election.

Author Interview with Lois Wickstrom

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How to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

How to Catch Little Boys and Eat ThemHow to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love this authors books!! She is such a wonderful writer and everything that she writes has me captivated! This book was no different and I absolutely loved reading this story. The illustrations are so cute and engaging! Each book that I have read by this author has a wonderful lesson and this one was great. I cannot wait to read this book with my best friends children!!

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Ten Little Starfish by Kim Ann – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

Ten Little Starfish: A Counting BookTen Little Starfish: A Counting Book by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a cute book! I had my granddaughter over and we read it together. I liked the interactive parts, too!

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister

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How to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Heather Hoke

How to Catch Little Boys and Eat ThemHow to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As always Lois Wickstrom NEVER disappoints!! I lovedddddd this one because it had a small jack and the beanstalk feel. But it wasn’t Jack and the beanstalk AT ALL. It portrayed how kids are a bit greedy nowadays days. But it also showed how clever children are. The illustrations were great! Very colorful! Oh and did I mention the book was funny?!

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