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Decisions Matter (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Krista Moulthrop

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Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong (Buddy the Blue Corgi 3)Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Buddy lives with his two cat brothers, Salem and Donut. Donut is the older responsible sibling and keeps the others in line when needed. When someone keeps knocking over the trash at night, Buddy is determined to stay awake and catch who did it but the culprit keeps getting away in time and Buddy gets blamed. Buddy eventually sees who did it but is afraid of tattling on them. Donut teaches Buddy that he should never take the blame for something he didn’t do.
This was my first book from this author. It was super cute and had a great lesson.

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Luca Magoo, Don’t Eat The Glue (Luca Magoo Series) by Megan Delgado

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Luca Magoo is an art class enthusiast who finds himself in a gooey predicament when he’s tempted to taste the slippery glue he’s using for his project.
With the quick intervention of Miss Rutledge, Luca learns an important lesson about curiosity and self-control. Follow Luca’s sticky adventure and discover the fun and meaningful moments that arise from his colorful classroom escapades!
Key Topics for Teachers and Parents:
● The role of curiosity in learning and creativity
● Understanding and addressing temptation
● Importance of classroom rules and safety
● Teaching self-control and making wise choices
● Enhancing student engagement through creative activities
Will Luca avoid the gooey mishap and stay focused on his art?
Dive into “Luca Magoo: Don’t Eat the Glue” to find out how he navigates his sticky situation and what lessons he learns along the way!

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Megan Delgado is a stay-at-home mom with a passion for creativity and family. Originally from Minnesota but now calling Southern California home, Megan juggles life with her husband and four lively kids—three girls and a boy. As the creator of the beloved holiday tradition “The Gracious Gobbler” and the author of the charming children’s book Luca Magoo, Don’t Eat The Glue, she blends her love for storytelling with her vibrant family life. When she’s not busy with her writing or family adventures, Megan enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time at the beach.

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A Pig and a Poke by Tricia Gardella – Review by Krista Moulthrop

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A Pig and A PokeA Pig and A Poke by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kids have gathered at a pig wrestling contest to try to win a pig. Angela stands by and waits patiently for most of the kids to give up, so she has more space to try and grab the slippery pig. She also has a bully, Bruce trying to get the pig. But in the end her patience pays off and she’s able to grab the pig and win. This was a cute book with great graphics. I always love this authors stories!

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You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi, #1)You Are Special by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn

You Are Special is part of the Buddy the Blue Corgi series. This is a wonderfully written children’s book that children of any age can enjoy. I love this author and how all her stories have Special meanings. The lessons we learn from her stories are incredible. My six year old son loved this book and kept saying God made you Special for a reason buddy. Being different is okit makes us each different in our own ways. Learning to embrace being different can be difficult. We loved this story and the colorful illustrations. We highly recommend reading this book. We can’t wait to read more from this Author and this series.

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The Places We Call Home by Kim Ann – Review by Arianna Westmoreland

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The Places We Call Home: A picture book to remind us that home is where all love begins.The Places We Call Home: A picture book to remind us that home is where all love begins. by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I read this book with my two sons – D (age 6) and S (age 2.5). They absolutely loved it! This book takes a look at all the different places that animals and people can live matched with fun, rhyming words.

A review from an actual kid:
D (age 6) – “Animals and people live in all different places.”
S (age 2.5) – “They all have a home like me!”

We gave this book 5 out of 5 stars.

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries A Kid’s Guide to Homemade Dog Treats (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Angela Plate, September 2024

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries: A Kid's Guide to Homemade Dog Treats (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries: A Kid’s Guide to Homemade Dog Treats by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was so cute. The rhymes were well thought out. The illustrations are beautiful. This author also included very easy to follow tasty dog recipes. My daughter is looking forward to trying a few for her very picky eater.

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Decisions Matter (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Alicia Furlan

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Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong (Buddy the Blue Corgi 3)Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Buddy is growing up with his new brothers, Salem and Donut. Buddy keeps being blamed for something he’s not doing and he tries to figure out who is the culprit. Donut helps the brothers to understand that telling the truth is always the most important thing.

What another great lesson taught to us by Buddy the Blue Corgi. I love the simple approach to these books. One small but meaningful lesson in each book. Can’t wait to see what Buddy and his family get up to next.

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Good Things Take Time (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Kristin Boutelle

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Good Things Take Time: A picture book about learning patience (Buddy the Blue Corgi)Good Things Take Time: A picture book about learning patience by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As always there is a lesson to be learned in this book. Sometimes what we want takes more time than expected. Buddy goes through a few emotions which is typical in the waiting process. The author engages the reader in a way they can understand the value of waiting. The artwork is very well done.

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A Pig and a Poke by Tricia Gardella – Review by Krystal Compton

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A Pig and A PokeA Pig and A Poke by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Pig and a Poke by Tricia Gardella Illustrated by Bar Fabian – 4 Stars
Story of a contest to win a pig; all you have to do is catch it and hang on. You have big brother’s help, a bully and a little girl who shows determination, perseverance and kindness to a bully.

It’s a cute book for your little ones. Illustrations are cute and help tell the story. Story jumps right into the contest without saying it’s a contest. I think there should be a little detail in the beginning about the contest before we jump right into it. This may help explain to our little ones why the kids are throwing themselves onto a greasy pig.

I adored how Angela stood up for herself when Bruce the bully started teasing her; and when Angela won her pig through determination; showing kindness to the bully and helped him up.

There are some wonderful character traits we try to instill in our own children and this cute book will give great talking/reflecting points to have.

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Decisions Matter (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Trish Ann

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Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong (Buddy the Blue Corgi 3)Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute story! I think that it is engaging for kids and packed with good messages. Children are often worried about being a tattletale when reporting something that they are dealing with. This book is a good reminder that it is ok to report unkind behavior. Also, that honesty is important. I would recommend this for a read aloud for children. It opens opportunity for constructive conversations.

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Decisions Matter (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Amelia Stansell

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Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong (Buddy the Blue Corgi 3)Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another great one in this series. My kids absolutely love Buddy! In this story Buddy has decisions to make. Will he tell the truth or will he hide the truth? You always need to know right from wrong.

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You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Julie Johnson

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You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi, #1)You Are Special by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Buddy is a Blue Corgi and he doesn’t look like the other siblings in his litter. He doesn’t know it until one day a horse on the farm points it out. Buddy becomes very upset until his mom comes to comfort him.

This book is a great way to talk to kids about differences, whether it be in the way they look, different abilities, etc. There is a Bible verse at the end and this is written to be very inspirational. I highly recommend this book! The reader even gets to meet the real life Buddy at the end of the book!

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You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Dawn Mitchell

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You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi, #1)You Are Special by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a cute book for kids. Buddy is not like his siblings, he feels very different. He soon learns that it is ok to be different. My only recommendation is that the illustrations should of been on the same pages as the words.

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You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Emily H

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You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi, #1)You Are Special by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Buddy was born and although he didn’t know it at the time, he was different then the others in his litter. When it is pointed out, Buddy is confused and feels like he doesn’t belong. When he brings his trouble to his mom, she helps Buddy understand that being different can also be a blessing.

Great illustrations and I think that young ones will enjoy this story. I liked that Buddy had emotions and it can open up a dialogue with children and how everyone is different in their own way. Well done

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You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Tausha Treadway

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You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi, #1)You Are Special by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn. This is a wonderful children’s book that explains that its ok to be different from others. Its the story of Buddy, the little Blue Corgi who realizes he doesn’t look like his mom or his friends when he looks in the mirror. His mom explains that everyone is different and that’s ok. This is such a good book for young kids to realize that they don’t have to look like everyone else, whether they are short, tall, big, little it doesn’t matter, what matters is what’s on the inside. I also love that the last page of the book has a scripture that reinforces the story of the book. Love this sweet book!

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A Pig and a Poke by Tricia Gardella – Review by Ayla Eddy

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A Pig and A PokeA Pig and A Poke by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an adorable book about a group of children trying to catch a pig. At the pig wrestling contest all the children are trying to get their hands on a greased up pig to catch it. The main character and a school bully are seen chasing after the animal. It shows how determination can go a long way in a tough situation. It also shows that just because one person is a bully that does not mean you have to be the same. The illustrations are just as adorable as the story itself.

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Decisions Matter (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Alison Risher

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Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong (Buddy the Blue Corgi 3)Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Readers are treated to a tail-wagging discovery: decisions have consequences. A loveable dog recounts a time when he did not get along well with a family member. Have you ever been accused of something you didn’t do? This dog has. How you react to a situation says a lot about you. Readers learn that the decisions they make when faced with a difficult situation can have lasting consequences.

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Good Things Take Time (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Kerry Baker

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Good Things Take Time (Buddy the Blue Corgi, #2)Good Things Take Time by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Although we seemed to have read these books out of series order, we can honestly say that this is becoming one of our favourites. This book was another brilliant addition to the series. For me, I loved the focus on making sure kids know how special they are. It seems to be a recurring conversation I am having to my 6 year old and I think reading this book helped to reinforce some of the things I had been saying.
As with the other books, my kids instantly connect with Buddy and the other characters. They really enjoyed the story and the illustrations that went with the adventure. This author has obviously created a strong series and we are looking forward to reading more.

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Good Things Take Time (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Amelia Stansell

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Good Things Take Time: A picture book about learning patience (Buddy the Blue Corgi)Good Things Take Time: A picture book about learning patience by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Absolutely loved this book. My little boy was hanging on to every word. Buddy is now old enough to get adopted, but his siblings all get adopted before him. He asked his mom, why nobody wants him. She explains that it’s just not his time to be patient. I really loved that God was included in this book.

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G is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker – Review by Emmye Marihugh

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G is for Gossamer: A Children's SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC's BookG is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love the originality of the words and that the definitions are included! My daughter had a bit of a hard time. She is 6 in 2nd grade but reading at a kindergarten level. I will definitely be getting this book for friends who just had girls!!

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A Pig and a Poke by Tricia Gardella – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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A Pig and A PokeA Pig and A Poke by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
A Pig and a Poke by Tricia Gardella

A Pig and a Poke is a wonderfully written children’s book that children of any age can enjoy. It teaches children about standing up for themselves and never giving up. Keep trying even if you fall get up and push on. My six year old son loved this book but didn’t like Bruce being mean. He even said “ mom if Bruce would help her they both can win.” Angela didn’t give up and she pushed through. Angela was patient and in the end came out on top. The colorful illustrations brought the story to life. We highly recommend reading this book and look forward to reading more from this Author.

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Decisions Matter (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Kristin Boutelle

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Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong (Buddy the Blue Corgi 3)Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another cute book that teaches honesty is the best policy. The story is very engaging especially with Donut being the responsible one. He does have some wise words for Buddy and Salem. When something bad happens, one would want to make it right. Sometimes it’s hard to do the right thing with conflicting feelings. The overall story is well done and the illustrations are very well done.

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Good Things Take Time (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Crystal Brehant

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Good Things Take Time: A picture book about learning patience (Buddy the Blue Corgi)Good Things Take Time: A picture book about learning patience by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read in this series. I read this with my seven year old son. We are both enjoyed it! It has a great lesson wrapped up in an adorable kids book. What more can you ask for? We cannot wait to read more in this series. I love how the story is based on a real life pup! The real Buddy is so cute!

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Decisions Matter (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Crystal Brehant

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Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong (Buddy the Blue Corgi 3)Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book I have read in this series. I read this with my seven year old son. We liked this one even more than the first! We loved how we got to meet Buddy’s cat siblings. My son loved how one cat sibling was a mature kitty, while the other was a little naughty. He thinks it’s very realistic to how cats are in real life.

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Decisions Matter (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Kerry Baker

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Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong (Buddy the Blue Corgi 3)Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We only recently read our first book by this author so we were excited to get our hands on the next one so soon. I think we were all looking forward to reading more about Buddy and his fun adventures. This book was not only entertaining, but had a great message it had been focused around – the importance of telling the truth. This felt like a very familiar concept to us, with my eldest coming in to the phase of learning how to “tell tales” and understanding why you should be truthful.
This author really has a knack for weaving a fun yet educational tale. As with the last book, my kids thoroughly enjoyed this story. They were instantly engaged and their attention was held until the final page. This is a great story and we all want more adventures from Buddy!

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The Places We Call Home by Kim Ann – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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The Places We Call Home: A picture book to remind us that home is where all love begins.The Places We Call Home: A picture book to remind us that home is where all love begins. by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a cute story. It’s true home is where the heart is. But we don’t all live in houses. I love that the author included the outdoor critters as well. The pictures are bright and colorful. Opening the storytime for conversations. The writing is clear and easy for our little ones to follow. Another great open ended book. A must have for all of our bookshelves.

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You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Amelia Stansell

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You Are Special: A picture book about embracing what makes you different (Buddy the Blue Corgi)You Are Special: A picture book about embracing what makes you different by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a really cute story. My kids love it. I loved that he thought that being different made him strange, his mom quickly showed him it made him special. Everyone has something that makes them special in their own way. Cannot wait to read more.

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A Pig and a Poke by Tricia Gardella – Review by Erin Dodson

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A Pig and A PokeA Pig and A Poke by Tricia Gardella

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Pig and A Poke by Tricia Gardella is an adorable read. The writing in this book really showcases perseverance, gender equality, and courage among many other important themes when it comes to children and growing and developing.
Although I didn’t grow up on a ranch, my daughter has raised pigs for 4H the last few years. But before that, she actually participated in a greased pig contest and caught a pig. While reading this book I was thinking of that day when she caught her greased pig. The only difference was about fifty little kids running around trying to catch fifteen pigs. It was hilarious and fun for the kids and the spectators.
This book was a perfect depiction, but slightly less chaotic than the event actually is in real life. I also really enjoyed the realistic illustrations throughout the book. I have chosen to give A Pig and A Poke four stars for the themes, writing, and illustrations. I had never heard of Tricia Gardella prior to this book. As an elementary teacher and mom of two daughters, I can’t wait to read this with my class and my almost three year old. They will all enjoy it just as much, if not more than I did. I look forward to reading Tricia’s other books in the future.

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Andrew’s Armor by Jill Monaco – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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Andrew's ArmorAndrew’s Armor by Jill Monaco
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Andrew’s Armor by Jill Monaco

Andrew’s Armor is a well written children’s book that children of any age can enjoy. It teaches children how important Christ is and how we are viewed in different people’s eyes. How to be strong and courageous. Don’t stop believing in yourself. Shows children of any age they can be brave and about forgiveness. My son loved this book and it has become his favorite at the moment. I highly recommend reading this book to your children or grandchildren, niece’s and nephews it’s a a great start. This may be a fairly new author to me but we are definitely fans and look forward to reading more from them.

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Good Things Take Time (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Good Things Take Time: A picture book about learning patience (Buddy the Blue Corgi)Good Things Take Time: A picture book about learning patience by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book 2 in this adorable series about Buddy the Blue Corgi. Buddy is learning patience as he waits to be adopted. We don’t always understand God’s plan but if we are patient, good things will happen. Buddy learns this life lesson watching his sibling get adopted while he waits for his own forever family. Cute meaningful story with great pictures.

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