Excellent book, especially for kids. There is a lot to learn from this book, and will definitely be passing it on to my nephews. Silas is such a good boy, the fact that he has moments where he could retaliate against Chad, but doesn’t shows how mature he is. I hated seeing him get picked on for being small, kids are one thing but for a teacher to not help in any way, blew my mind. I hope any kid that reads this book can identify at their school if a teacher isn’t supporting them so they can get the help or support they need. On top of the bullying and running for class president, Silas has to worry over his grandpa who has Alzheimer’s. The books does a great job of showcasing what this disease is all about and how it is affecting Silas. Again, wonderful book and highly recommended to middle school kids.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carrie Reedhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarrie Reed2023-05-02 17:39:272023-05-02 17:39:27Small Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson – Review by Carrie Reed
When a magnet on the refrigerator breaks Alex knows that she must find a use for it because she does not like wasting things. Alex uses the magnets in a variety of ways as she tries to figure out the best use for it. As she experiments with what to use the magnet for, she learns what a magnet does. She learns that magnets stick together but can also pull apart. Alex also learns that magnets stick to metal but not there are some types of metals that magnets do not stick to. After trying the magnets in different ways and learning more about them Alex comes up with the idea to use them to make a flying carpet.
This was another great book by this author that teaches kids about magnets and how they work. Through the use of illustrations and easy-to-learn text the author teaches kids that magnets stick together, and that they will stick to certain types of metals but not others. At the end of the book is information about Earth’s magnetic field as well as what makes a metal magnetic. It is explained in a manner that is easy for younger children to learn. This book not only teaches kids about magnets, but also about not being wasteful, learning to be resourceful and recycle, and about learning to use their imagination.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tara Johnson Barneshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTara Johnson Barnes2023-05-02 17:26:272023-05-03 14:05:50How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
Very fun and enjoyable book. I really enjoy books from this author, and the different learning opportunities for kids and adults alike. This book is about magnets, Alex plays with the magnet left over from a broken fridge magnet and learns about the properties magnets hold. The back of the book has a page about the Earth’s magnetic field, as well as a image depiction and what makes metal magnetic. It really makes me want to investigate magnets on my own and teach my nephews. The artwork is lovely as well.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carrie Reedhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarrie Reed2023-05-02 17:20:342023-05-02 17:20:34How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Carrie Reed
With each new review I write for this author I feel like I am writing the same thing because all her books are so good and are such hits in our house. This book was another one to add to the list and we have already read it multiple times. Both my kids really enjoyed this book which made my enjoy it just as much. The story was interactive and perfect for young kids. Combined with the pictures, it made the book really fun to read. We are already looking forward to the next book by this author to add to our favourites list.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2023-05-02 15:45:132023-05-03 13:57:33How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker
Such a great read for adventure readers young and old. Noah is a super smart teen who puts all his hopes on a summer camp with the supers. He hopes it’ll increase his popularity, decrease his bullies, and gain him respect. All is reduced to rubble with the appearance of the mutants. Now, instead of camp he’s cleaning. But that’s not enough to stop Noah. Neither is his babysitting gig. Noah is determined to figure out the whole drama with some help along the way. Seriously this is a good read for teens and adults.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Nichole Chrismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNichole Chrisman2023-05-02 09:23:112023-05-03 14:02:39Noah’s Not So Super Summer (A Super Series–Book 1) by Brittany Tucker – Review by Nichole Chrisman
This is such a great read! Who didn’t dream of having super powers as they grew up? I know I sure did, and this book is chalked full of many different types of mutants and supernaturals (Supers).
You get adventure from literally the first pages of this book as Noah tries to evade certain people, and the thrills just keep growing from there. Noah Reagan wants to make a scientific breakthrough, gain respect, and maybe even make a name for himself in the science world. He sees being accepted into The Summer with Supers Youth Program as the best route to start making his dreams a reality, but with the mutant population on the rise, he’s enlisted to help in his father’s Mega-Maintenance cleanup company. Will he stay the target of bullies forever as he watches his wonderfully planned summer go down the drain or can he find a way to get out of cleaning up and babysitting this summer? Are things going to get out of hand as Noah tries to find his own path?
This is a fun fast chapter book that will appeal to old and young alike. Brittany Tucker’s writing style is easy to follow and really gets you involved in the story and what the characters are going through. Though it’s a fantasy book, there are a lot of relatable scenarios in it as well, such as: bullying, feeling misunderstood, feeling that they aren’t listened to by a parent, and many more. There can be so many conversations and lessons that can be brought up from this one book. I personally can’t wait for more!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Donyahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDonya2023-05-01 22:33:292023-05-03 13:46:49Noah’s Not So Super Summer (A Super Series–Book 1) by Brittany Tucker – Review by Donya Pedigo
I love this authors story books and this story did not disappoint. Loretta is such an inquisitive child. I love that she questions what is happening and in turn, giving lessons that are fun and entertaining. The artwork is beautiful and gives wonderful visuals.
Noah was not looking forward to working the summer with his dad. Being the city’s clean-up specialist was not as glorious a title as one might think. And that’s why Noah wound up hiding in the ladies restroom at the corner gas station from the local high school bullies. How would he get out of this without being seen by everyone? This is a fast-paced tween read. I think teens will find the story exciting and the characters relatable!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Terri Jo McAllisterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTerri Jo McAllister2023-05-01 17:22:312023-05-03 13:55:04Noah’s Not So Super Summer (A Super Series–Book 1) by Brittany Tucker – Review by Terri Jo McAllister
This is an adorable YA adventure story. Full of Supers, Mutants and the mystery of them all unfolding in a destructive and exciting way. You don’t know who is on the side of the right but just might find your team when you need it the most. Noah is a lovable smart character who isn’t a super yet has a superpower that is all his own. Being a normie has its perks too.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Daree Blakehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDaree Blake2023-05-01 17:11:032023-05-03 13:54:42Noah’s Not So Super Summer (A Super Series–Book 1) by Brittany Tucker – Review by Daree Blake
Noah was not looking forward to working the summer with his dad. Being the city’s clean-up specialist was not as glorious a title as one might think. And that’s why Noah wound up hiding in the ladies restroom at the corner gas station from the local high school bullies. How would he get out of this without being seen by everyone? This is a fast-paced tween read. I think teens will find the story exciting and the characters relatable!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Terri Jo McAllisterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTerri Jo McAllister2023-05-01 17:08:212023-05-03 13:54:33Noah’s Not So Super Summer (A Super Series–Book 1) by Brittany Tucker – Review by Terri Jo McAllister
Read this with my little one and it was such a delight. My little girl reminds me so much of Alex. Always wanting to know the “how’s” and the “why’s”. We truly enjoyed going on this magical adventure with Alex and cannot wait to see what Alex comes up with next!
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Noah’s not so super summer is a great kids sci-fi book. It has a unique story.
Noah Reagan has always envisioned himself as a major figure in science. He would get that and more if he were accepted into The Summer with Supers Youth Program. Gaining acceptance, respect, and perhaps even a bullying-free semester.Noah is forced to spend the summer working for his dad’s failing Mega-Maintenance company, cleaning up after the very creatures that have taken his freedom, when Lincoln City’s mutant infestation crushes his hopes beneath a pile of debris. While the real heroes fight off the approaching hordes, Noah launches his investigation into the madness that is causing the monsters in an effort to put an end to the mega-meltdowns before his final chances at a super summer are destroyed. Noah’s dreams are controlled by the mastermind, therefore intervening would consign him to an off-brand
Every page was exciting and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen. The story really brings passion into your life. I couldn’t put the book down.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shadel Ayerbehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShadel Ayerbe2023-04-30 20:14:432023-05-03 13:18:32Noah’s Not So Super Summer (A Super Series–Book 1) by Brittany Tucker – Review by Shadel Ayerbe
Noah’s Not So Super Summer is Book One in the Super Summer Series. It starts out with a bang as twelve-year-old Noah is desperately trying to escape from a group of bullies that are pursuing him. In an effort to evade capture Noah dodges into the bathroom of a local gas station and hides in one of the bathroom stalls. This is when Noah’s life goes from bad to worse as suddenly, he is being attacked by a mutant rat the size of a moose.
This becomes the turning point in Noah’s summer as his dream of being in The Summer With Supers Youth Program is crushed. A program he wanted to join in an effort to become popular, gain respect, and with any luck get away from the bullies that torment him. Instead, his dad forces him into helping him with his failing Mega Maintenance Company. Now he has to spend his summer cleaning up the destruction left behind after the mutants as they terrorize Lincoln City. Noah decides that he needs to investigate who or what the mastermind is behind the mutants and try to stop whoever is responsible.
This was a fun and enjoyable read for all ages. The characters were wonderful and the growing pains they experienced were relatable. Noah, especially, was a character that any kid who has ever been bullied can relate to. All he wanted was to be bully-free and popular. He felt the way of doing this was by taking part in the youth program with Supers. When his dreams were crushed, and his plans changed for the summer, Noah found a way to make the most of it. He decided to try to stand up and make a change by trying to rid the city of mutants by investigating who the mastermind was creating them. Noah was both smart and courageous which is admirable and inspiring. This book was full of action, suspense, drama, danger, adventure, bullies, mutants, and of course, super heroes. A twist on the classic tale of good versus evil, bullies versus the good guys.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tara Johnson Barneshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTara Johnson Barnes2023-04-30 10:51:022023-05-03 13:12:07Noah’s Not So Super Summer (A Super Series–Book 1) by Brittany Tucker – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
Another cute read by this talented author. I have read many of these kids books and all of them have been enjoyable and definitely teach some lessons. This one teaches kids about certain insects and plants. Which are good and which are bad for the plant. Another great 4 star read
Noah’s Not So Super Summer introduces the reader to Noah Reagan who has dreamed of pursuing the field of science his first step is the Summer with Supers Youth Program. Noah is dreaming of a fun-filled summer doing what he loves, but unfortunately, the city’s mutant infestation takes over his summer. While Noah is cleaning up after the destruction, he begins investigating the mutants. Will Noah be able to save his dreary summer and have some science-filled fun? To find out, read Noah’s Not So Super Summer.
This book is perfect for teens and preteens alike, the very beginning of the book starts out with a gnarly explosive bathroom scene and we cannot forget the mutants. This book will be a beacon to teens who enjoy superpowers!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jamie Burnshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJamie Burns2023-04-29 21:10:172023-05-03 13:08:18Noah’s Not So Super Summer (A Super Series–Book 1) by Brittany Tucker – Review by Jamie Burns
How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom is a story about a young inventor who doesn’t like for anything to go to waste. When the refrigerator magnets break Alex uses her imagination to figure out how to turn it into something else. This is another fun book with gorgeous illustrations for young children to enjoy. It teaches children to use their imagination. It also teaches how fun it is to turn something old into something new. Such a great story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00La Toya Lewishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLa Toya Lewis2023-04-29 14:50:422023-05-03 13:14:16How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by La Toya Lewis
5 Stars What Loretta’s Katydid Did (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom
What Loretta’s Katydid Did is a fun children’s book about Loretta a young girl who loves nature. This story teaches us about science and different insects and how not all Insects are bad. Loretta’s grandma comes for a visit and brings her an orange tree. Loretta notices aphids and doesn’t want to kill the insect but she wants to keep her tree healthy to. Loretta leaves them and watches as another Insect comes along, a katydid. I love how this author creates just vivid stories. My five year old son was inspecting all of our trees for different insects as we walked around our yard. I love how we even as adults learn something from her books as well. This is geared towards 4-8 year olds but id say older may enjoy as well. We look forward to reading more from this Author and can’t wait to see what Loretta is up to next.
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 Daughenbaugh2023-04-29 06:05:492023-05-03 13:06:01What Loretta’s Katydid Did (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
A great easy read where your kids can learn about insects along with Loretta and her grandma. The story flows well, it will captivate your kids and the illustrations are wonderful.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2023-04-28 22:46:322023-05-03 13:05:23What Loretta’s Katydid Did (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jules Herbert
A story about a young 6th grade boy who has a hormone deficiency that keeps him from growing correctly. Silas spends the better days of his first year in middle school struggling to fit in and avoid bullies. When he decides he has had enough he tries to try out for class President. Will he win? What are the struggles he’ll face? Will he get to see his grandpa? How hard is middle school gonna be? This is a fun young adolescent story that many young kids will be able to relate to.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tonya Merritthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTonya Merritt2023-04-28 17:33:522023-05-03 13:01:37Small Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson – Review by Tonya Merritt
I really love these stories by this author. Full of wonderful scientific knowledge for young children to learn throughout the story which is always beautifully illustrated. The stories are easy to read and definitely provide many talking points for children about what is happening as they read along. This book was a great introduction to magnets and how they can be used. In Alex’s case, our main character, a flying carpet! Another wonderful read and highly recommended.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Matthewshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Matthews2023-04-28 13:24:312023-04-28 13:52:25How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Katie Matthews
This is a great chapter book that tells the story of how awful middle school can be for those who are different. Silas is small for his age, due to a growth hormone deficiency. He is new the the school after having to move away from where he grew up – and that includes away from his best friend, his grandpa. As the new kid at school, Silas finds that he is an easy target for the bullies of the school. Unfortunately, that isn’t just the kids – it includes a teacher. He has to deal with all of this, while coming to terms with his Grandpa’s alzheimers diagnosis. It is a hard start to the year, but Silas finds his voice and his ability to stand up for what is right.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tanya Wallhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTanya Wall2023-04-28 04:17:152023-04-28 13:57:08Small Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson – Review by Tanya Wall, April 2023
Reading about Alex’s conundrum when one of her refrigerator magnets break, and all of the cool things that you can do with magnets was pretty awesome. My daughter loved the creativity, and imagination that went along with this book. She learned so much about how they worked, and different experiments to with magnets! My daughter kept referencing back to the book when she was thinking of trying something new. I loved how it encouraged her imagination and her creativity. I can’t wait to have my kids rad more of Lois’s books!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Crystal Jimmohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCrystal Jimmo2023-04-27 21:12:032023-04-28 13:55:40How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Crystal Jimmo
This is such a fantastic book. It is a middle grade book that tells such an important story. Silas is starting middle school, as if that isn’t bad enough he’s moved to a brand new town. More importantly he has a growth hormone deficiency. This makes him much smaller than the average middle schooler. Oh and did I mention that his grandfather is no longer living near by and is going through some changes of his own. Which means his grandfather isn’t the steadfast rock that he is used to leaning on. Silas ends up being bullied by the students, and honestly by some teachers at his new school. But he won’t take being bullied lying down, he ends up running for class president. Which definitely has its ups and its downs. This is such an amazing book. It holds so many positive messages. This is one that I will be using as a read aloud next school year. I really enjoyed Silas and how he persevered through difficult challenges. I definitely recommend this story!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine2023-04-27 16:29:122023-04-28 13:42:59Small Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson – Review by Christine Baranek
Silas Fitzpatrick is used to being small for his age because of a Growth Hormone Disorder but that does not prepare him for what happens to him on his first day of sixth grade. When he walks into class the teacher mistakes him for a lost elementary school student because of his small size. When Silas tries to explain to her that he is eleven years old she still does not believe him and sends him to the Principal’s Office. The Principal also does not believe him so the first day of middle school starts off bad.
Silas does not let the mishaps surrounding his small size on the first day of middle school stop him from making friends. He joins band class where he meets a group of other students who also face challenges because they are different. These differences have resulted in the school bully, Chad, calling them names and picking on them. Although Chad still picks on the others his bullying seems to be focused solely on Silas. He follows Silas around calling him names, throws spitballs at him, and pushes him around every chance he gets.
When Silas discovers that Chad is running for sixth grade class president he decides to run as well. Along with his friends they decide to start a misfit revolution as their way of standing up to the school bully. However, Chad wants to win and will do so at any cost. Silas must be brave enough to stand up to his bully and overcome his fear of what others think of him because of his small size. As he struggles through the challenges he faces at middle school he finds small comfort in emails he sends to his grandfather. The two have always been close and his grandfather is good at keeping the secrets Silas tells him. Sadly, his grandfather is starting to lose his memory and does not always remember who Silas is.
Throughout the book Silas messages his grandfather and tells him how school is going and the struggles he is facing, not just with the school bully but with one of the teachers as well. His English teacher hates him and does not treat him well because she believes his small size is a barrier. As Silas confides in his grandfather through messages, he also struggles with how his grandfather is slowing losing his memory because of Alzheimer’s. My heart broke for Silas as he had to come to terms with his grandfather not always remembering who he was.
This was a beautifully written story as told from the point of view of an eleven-year-old boy about how he navigates through the challenges he faces because he is small for his age. It is a heartfelt story geared towards middle school children and discusses the sensitive topic of being bullied for being different. Silas might be small, but he is mighty as he does not allow the bully to get the best of him. He perseveres and overcomes anything thrown at him, no matter how difficult it may be. No matter how badly he was treated he still chose to stand up for others. Silas is a true inspiration with a pure heart and courageous nature.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tara Johnson Barneshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTara Johnson Barnes2023-04-27 15:50:412023-04-28 13:42:10Small Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
Pulling Together by Lois Wickstrom. This is such a fun little story. I love this author so I wasn’t surprised at how fun it was. Its the story of Lila’s grandmother knitting her a poncho but its no ordinary poncho it has 3 head holes. Lila is very confused by this but her grandmother just says “We all pull together”. When Lila wears the poncho she comes across the neighborhood bully so she finds some friends who need help and she tries to help them. Such a sweet read and my nephews truly enjoyed it. This would be a sweet gift as well. Fun for the whole family.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tausha Treadwayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTausha Treadway2023-04-27 10:57:152023-04-28 13:39:39Pulling Together by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tausha Treadway
Silas Fitzpatrick is starting his sixth grade year at Frederick Middle School. He’s heard horror stories from Grandpa about the sixth grade. Silas has a pretty optimistic attitude about sixth grade and on top of that, at a new school in a new community for him. The first day of school, he finds his way to English class to have his teacher dismiss him immediately. You see, Silas is much smaller than most kids his age due to a growth hormone issue. Things just seemed to go downhill for Silas in his sixth grade journey until he decides to run for class president. A good friend that he makes along the day comes along to save the day and his birthday!
This book evoked many emotions as I read it!! I love the relationship that Silas has with his Grandpa and the emails that they send back and forth. They had an understanding of each other that no one else had with either of them. I love the band of misfits and I understood them all too well, as I am/was a misfit! (view spoiler)[I severely disliked Chad and Kyle but the actions of the English teacher had me incredibly incensed. The nerve of that teacher!!!! ACK!!! (hide spoiler)]
This book is going to stick with me for awhile. I’m not a fan of bullying at all! The medical complexities that this young man, who is inspired by the author’s son, along with those of the Grandfather really tug at my heart. However, there is a happy ending on this one!
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 Johnson2023-04-27 10:18:532023-04-28 13:50:11Small Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson – Review by Julie Johnson
This is a cute retelling of the little red riding hood story. Red is off to see her grandma and bring her some flowers. Along the way she meets the wolf and the mischief begins. The wolf helps Red but is he really helping her or does he have a nefarious plan in the works? Young readers will enjoy this quick read. It is easy to follow and understand. The story is fun and exciting. Red learns to look for the truth and figure out a mystery. A little more information and details would make this book better. It was nice to see a strong young character who is smart and inquisitive. This story moves at a fast pace and feels rushed at times. The words and pictures go together well and the pictures are just as important to this story as the narrative is. All in all this is a good way to get children excited and interested in science and nature,
This is such a cute, fun twist to Little Red Riding Hood. It has colorful, imaginative illustrations that flow nicely with the story. I’ve read several books by Lois Wickstrom and it always surprises me how wonderfully she weaves learning in with a fun story. She does this so beautifully that you don’t even realize you are being taught science through a story. I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Donyahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDonya2023-04-26 22:03:022023-04-28 13:30:13Little Red, the Detective (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Donya Pedigo
A whimsical spin on a classic tale! Little Red is searching for the perfect flowers to bring to Granny for tea when she runs into the wolf, who says he can help. When she arrives at Granny’s she realizes something is not quite right. With her scientific skills and quick thinking, she comes up with the perfect plan to save the day! I love books my kids can enjoy with a fun storyline and some learning thrown in! What a fun tale that encourages learning!
This book was cute. It was fun reading about Lila and the poncho with three neck holes. It is a story about friendship and how friends need to pull together in times of need. It is a good story and I think it provides insight for children on how to cope with bullying and friends. I recommend this book to anyone who has children who enjoy reading.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Cindy Rushinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCindy Rushin2023-04-26 20:33:332023-04-28 13:37:09Pulling Together by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Cindy Rushin
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Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the website, refuseing them will have impact how our site functions. You always can block or delete cookies by changing your browser settings and force blocking all cookies on this website. But this will always prompt you to accept/refuse cookies when revisiting our site.
We fully respect if you want to refuse cookies but to avoid asking you again and again kindly allow us to store a cookie for that. You are free to opt out any time or opt in for other cookies to get a better experience. If you refuse cookies we will remove all set cookies in our domain.
We provide you with a list of stored cookies on your computer in our domain so you can check what we stored. Due to security reasons we are not able to show or modify cookies from other domains. You can check these in your browser security settings.
Google Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information that is used either in aggregate form to help us understand how our website is being used or how effective our marketing campaigns are, or to help us customize our website and application for you in order to enhance your experience.
If you do not want that we track your visit to our site you can disable tracking in your browser here:
Other external services
We also use different external services like Google Webfonts, Google Maps, and external Video providers. Since these providers may collect personal data like your IP address we allow you to block them here. Please be aware that this might heavily reduce the functionality and appearance of our site. Changes will take effect once you reload the page.
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Privacy Policy
You can read about our cookies and privacy settings in detail on our Privacy Policy Page.
