This book was very cute for kids to read. Lucas is a cat that wanders off every night, and wanders back every morning. One day, the children of his owners’ family decide to attach a camera to his collar to see where he goes at night. With much childlike speculation, the children go to sleep hoping to find out that their cat goes out and is a spy or does other interesting things. This book shows that sometimes imagination is better than reality. My girls, ages 8 and 9, found this book interesting to read, as well.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candice Esteshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandice Estes2022-11-10 04:44:062022-11-18 09:00:11Lucas the Spy Cat (Jake the Growling Dog) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Candice Estes
Super Enemies is a children’s book for ages four to eight. My son loves books and loves to read .This story made me think of my own childhood and having three older brothers who liked to torment me but don’t worry I tormented them just as much. Id say now as adults we have a pretty strong bond. Mira and Carl are not only “enemies” but siblings as well. These two fight and argue about everything like who’s going to sit where in the car , which activity they will do and so much more. What will happen when they spend some time at the beach? Can the sibling bond make them stronger or will they always be enemies? I highly recommend this book and my son and I look forward to reading more from this Author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2022-11-10 04:30:152022-11-18 08:54:39Super Enemies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
The Dwarves’ Dilemma: A Science Folktale By Lois Wickstrom is the perfect book to teach young children about being fair. There are many examples of how the queen uses the mirror to determine if she is ruling in a way that is fair to all involved. This book explores how sometimes treating others fairly needs to be investigated because something might seem fair on the surface, but it really is not. The book teaches children about how mirrors work- reflections the mirror turns items upside down or backward. As a teacher, this book is a great resource to walk through with students and explain your thinking behind how you treat students fairly in class. Overall, Lois Wickstrom created an amazing story with a great moral.
It is amazing how the back matter of the book includes scientific information about how mirrors work. This information could be brought down to a level where younger students understand the meaning behind the information provided.
This was an adorable story from start to finish. I loved the creativity about the ideas of where Lucas might be going and what he might be doing. The story flowed and rhymed nicely. I loved all of the interactive activities at the end of the story as well. I thought it read well on a kindle and the pictures came across well too. It’s definitely a great story for parents with young children who enjoy interactive and creative stories.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Haller-Dorishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Haller-Doris2022-11-09 18:30:042022-11-18 08:57:25Lucas the Spy Cat (Jake the Growling Dog) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris
“Mira and Carl are enemies. They are also brother and sister.”
This book focuses on the mutual love that is shared by siblings. By mutual love, I mean the torturous kind where one tries to outdo their sibling(s). Things like fighting over where to sit in the car, what book to read, what activity to participate in, etc. Mira and Carl find that they have so much fun that they want to do it again tomorrow!
This is a cute kids book and another one by a favorite author! Small children who have siblings will be able to identify with Mira and Carl and their daily antics. This book shows who a person can be individual but yet still participate in the activities and lives of others.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Julie Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJulie Johnson2022-11-09 18:18:242022-11-18 08:57:18Super Enemies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Julie Johnson
What happens when a day at the beach does not go as planned? Well grab a copy of Super Enemies by Lois to find out.
A superhero, castle, mortal enemies and an ingenious super villain who have starring roles in this children’s tale where brother and sister are pit against each other. Neither of them is willing to back down. Could it be that they are destined to be enemies for life. Will the bonds of siblings win out in the end, and will this make them stronger together than before?
This story made me chuckle as I remember my grandbabies antics. One in particular loves to torment his brother. The little rascal laughs and watches his parents as he does it.
The colourful illustrations help the story along. Aged for children 4 – 8 years old.
Super Enemies by Lois Wickstrom is a super fun lighthearted fun read! I truly enjoy the way this author write’s and I just devoured this story! I really liked the fact that she showcased in this story the fact that brothers and sisters do not always get along. She was showing real life, which is something that anyone can relate to, which is not always getting along with your sibling. I think that this is a wonderful story! I cannot wait to see what the next story that comes out is about because I just love her books!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carlie Del Gallohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarlie Del Gallo2022-11-09 17:24:322022-11-18 08:56:07Super Enemies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Carlie Del Gallo
This book was adorable. The story was beautiful and adventurous. So many bright illustrations to keep a child’s interest. I loved that the author included lessons and fun throughout the book. I can’t wait to read this to my child. I highly recommend this to parents of children who enjoy interactive stories.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jerricka Brownhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJerricka Brown2022-11-09 14:01:262022-11-18 08:51:39Lucas the Spy Cat (Jake the Growling Dog) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Jerricka Brown
A cute story about sibling rivalry. They can’t agree on what to do but they can agree to disagree. I found this story entertaining. It actually helped start a conversation with my grandchildren about playing nice with their brothers and sisters. Many giggles were had over the sandcastle wars. Another winner with this family. A storytime recommendation from us.w
Mira and Carl are enemies. They are also sister and brother.
They never want to do the same thing. Except, they both want to sit behind Daddy when they ride in the car. One day, Dad takes them to the beach. Carl is going to be the super hero and build a castle. Mira will be the super villain and destroy it. So, Carl builds better and stronger castles. And Mira comes up with more ingenious ways to destroy them.
Can being enemies be so much fun that it bonds them together?
Lois is a former high school chemistry teacher and former head science teacher at Science in the City Summer Camp in Philadelphia. She has also been an adjunct science teacher at University of South Florida. Since retiring, she continues to take science classes. Her class in Forensic Biology led to Little Red, The Detective, in which Red is studying fingerprint identification, so she can tell that “Grandma” isn’t who she says she is.
Lois has taken so many science classes that she believes science is the solution to almost every problem, including the dilemmas in fairy tales. She has invented what she calls Science Folktales. In each science-based tale, the protagonist achieves a better ending than the original because of learning scientific principles. She has turned some of these tales into plays.
She has also created a series of Mermaid Science stories, which make use of water science.
Lois is married to the love of her life. She has two children, four grandchildren and a dog.
Wow what a great fantasy book. I like finding different genres and this is quite a little gem. I like how the author takes the magical world and paints a wonderful story. The characters have a bit of complexity that brings depth to the story. I really like how there is a bit of drama as well as adventure. I really thought this was a good book and a little out of my genre selection but was very glad that I did read it. I will definitely be reading more from this author in future.
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61393565-dream-shifter” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Dream-Shifter” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1656957162l/61393565._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61393565-dream-shifter”>Dream-Shifter</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/331633.Lois_Wickstrom”>Lois Wickstrom</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5092661600″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> Lois did another knock out wonderful book! This is aimed for I would say tween years but even as an adult it was super cute and really easy to follow.<br />Gwendolyn is an aspiring journalist, well when she’s woken up abruptly she changes into what ever she is dreaming about. Well suprise! She’s woken up and she’s an ELK! Now Gwendolyn has to figure out how to shift back to herself, but also learn how to be what she shifts into, but as an elk in hunting season this could be a little dicey. This is a journey Gwendolyn has to learn how to adapt to this new form. <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/6813301-tori”>View all my reviews</a>
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Torimittonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTorimitton2022-11-08 10:27:012022-11-09 08:50:25Dream-Shifter by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tori Mitton
This book is so cute ! The story is intriguing & adventurous. Full of beautiful illustrations & adorable scenes. I read this to my kids for a bedtime story, & they asked for it again & again. We loved the poetic vibe & the mystery. There are also fantastic little activities at the end that were so fun! I’m so happy to have discovered Lucas & I hope there will be more adventures to go on with him!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lalihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLali2022-11-07 23:28:352022-11-09 08:55:05Lucas the Spy Cat (Jake the Growling Dog) by Samantha Shannon – Review by LaliLovely
The Dwarves Dilemma (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom 4 Stars
This was so much fun to read! It had familiar characters from other fairytales to attract children. The Queen was the fairest in the land so everyone came to her to solve their problems. What happens when the magic mirror shows that both sides are right? The Queen sends Snow White to investigate and she really that the Queen is not being fair. A perfect story to teach children to have good morals. At the back of the book you also learn how mirrors work. It’s very cool!
This was a really good book! It was colorful, the illustrations were wonderful, it had a great story and lesson about fairness inside, and it was also very enthralling! I really enjoyed reading this one. And if you continue the whole way through, you may also find a small science lesson at the end. I can’t wait to read it to my daughter when she gets older!
This book brings a twist to well loved fairytales with the Queen, Snow White, dwarves, a magic mirror, dragons and more.
The Queen is the fairest ruler in the land, and is always brought issues between the other characters to come to the fairest conclusion. When she makes the fairest decision, the magic mirror shows a sparkle of fairness in her eyes. One day, a pair of dwarves come with a problem in which the Queen can’t come up with a fair solution. Snow White goes out to investigate and find a fair solution. What is the problem? Can Snow White and the Queen solve it fairly?
The queen, looking into her mirror seeks out who is doing right and being fair. The dragon, the dwarves, others in the land get the twinkle of fairness in their eyes. The queen finds she is the one not being fair. She learns that she must be fair and pay her people what they are worthy of. Then her eyes will twinkle, too.
This is a great children’s book that teaches about pardoning a Thanksgiving turkey! A family goes to buy their turkey. The youngest daughter remembers that the president pardons a turkey at Thanksgiving. Will the turkey they find get pardoned?
I loved this book! Albert the turkey is a cute character. He has a problem, though – a family wants to buy him for Thanksgiving dinner. I enjoyed reading this book to my son. We were excited to see if Albert found a solution to his problem. I would recommend this book for early independent readers as well as reading aloud to young children.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennie M Bechtelhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennie M Bechtel2022-11-06 18:12:362022-11-09 08:39:58Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennie M Bechtel
I loved this book! Albert the turkey is a cute character. He has a problem, though – a family wants to buy him for Thanksgiving dinner. I enjoyed reading this book to my son. We were excited to see if Albert found a solution to his problem. I would recommend this book for early independent readers as well as reading aloud to young children.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennie M Bechtelhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennie M Bechtel2022-11-06 18:06:522022-11-09 08:39:43Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennie M Bechtel
Again, I read this story with my youngest son. He says it’s a good story. He also said it teaches the important life lesson that you should always pay your employees… While I’m glad he got that point, I think the bigger one is to always try to treat any situation fairly. This story helps explain this to the tiny humans.
What a cute book! The story of Gwendolyn and her “challenging” events is very entertaining! It will keep you reading just to finish out your giggle. Definitely a really good adolescent read!
This book teaches a very good lesson. It really points out that you have to look at things from another’s point of view sometimes. Life isn’t always fair but if you can be fair you should. The Queen knew she wasn’t being fair and did what she could to right her wrong. Hats off to Lois for this one!
This was such a cute story. It held the attention of my youngest autistic son for the entire thing. We typically don’t eat turkey during the holidays either, but he wants us to do the same thing…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angelahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela2022-11-06 17:38:532022-11-09 08:38:45Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Plate, November 2022
This was a cute book! I liked the illustrations in the book and the sentiment of the story. It was cute, sweet and straight to the point. I think this is a cute book for the holidays and I would highly recommend it to read to your kids!
Delightful book! This book is about relationship and judgement. Great characters and instructions on life lessons. I can’t say enough about this author and how she opens the minds of her readers. Strongly recommend to all.
Delightful book! This book is about relationship and judgement. Great characters and instructions on life lessons. I can’t say enough about this author and how she opens the minds of her readers. Strongly recommend to all.
Lovely story of learning the meaning of a pardon. Great characters and story line. I love the illustration and the flow of the story. This author is great, and I love reading her books over and over again. Recommend to all sitters, teachers and parents of young children.
Lovely story of learning the meaning of a pardon. Great characters and story line. I love the illustration and the flow of the story. This author is great, and I love reading her books over and over again. Recommend to all sitters, teachers and parents of young children.
Excellent! This book has it all adventure, drama, and fantasy. It is well written that give’s your imagination a good run. Strong characters and very descriptive story line. Fast and easy read that is perfect for young readers. Recommend for ages 7-12.
Excellent! This book has it all adventure, drama, and fantasy. It is well written that give’s your imagination a good run. Strong characters and very descriptive story line. Fast and easy read that is perfect for young readers. Recommend for ages 7-12.
My 5yo son and I read this story together. He thought the turkey in the story was adorable. He loved that it had a happy ending. He was very happy that we eat ham for Thanksgiving. haha It was a good story with good characters. We loved the illustrations.
This is another illustrated book by this wonderful storytelling author that I had to pick up for the kids. This one did not disappoint me either. I loved how she threw in some of the Snow White fable yet managed to make it her own without a wicked queen. In fact, the queen in this story is completely opposite and wants to help the people of her kingdom. As with most of her books there are many lessons to learn. I also love how she included a few science experiments again, but this time using a mirror. Once again, the illustrations were fabulous, and the colors jump off the page. Another terrific book to pick up for your own children or to give as gifts.
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