The Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book Four by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
My kids absolutely loved this book! Reading about Caspian’s and his hot chocolate socks. We giggled and laughed till our sides hurt. My kids were encouraged throughout the book to help with the adventures, and I loved it! My kids wanted to read it over and over again until it was well past bedtime.
A girl after my own heart! Amaleigha has a BIG idea. Her ingenuity is infectious! She sees beauty in the world around her and wants to share it with everyone. With a wisdom beyond her years, she incorporates the help of others to create a magical surprise.
Lois Wickstrom created a realistic and entertaining story of the relationship between a brother and a sister. The siblings cannot agree on an activity much less get along with each other. Wickstrom shows that even if you do not always get along with your sibling or do exactly the same activity, you can still do things together. This story reminds me of many squabbles with my own brother. I recommend this book to any parent at their wit’s end with their children who have declared themselves enemies.
Super Enemies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 starsThis book is GREAT! I have a little brother and growing up we were exactly like Mira and Carl! So I can really relate!
I enjoy reading whatever I can get my hands on by Lois!
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Super Enemies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Super Enemies by Lois Wickstrom. This is such a great children’s book. The story is so true for most siblings. My brother and I fought to the death and are now super close and that is what this book reminded me of. Mira and Carl are brother and sister and they fight about everything. If Mira says its black Carl says its white and vice versa. Everything little thing turns into an argument from games they play to what they want to be when they grow up. They really enjoy trying to outdo one another and I’m sure most kids can relate if they have siblings. Great read for children!
Super Enemies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story was really cute. For me it rang true cause it really did portray how siblings act around each other. The story reminded me of my childhood and how fighting with my brothers and sisters turned into a game that we enjoyed together. I recommend this book for anyone with young children. It is a good story and I think many kids will enjoy it.
Super Enemies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This author has quickly become a quick staple in our household. Each and every book we read by her is just as good as the last and we all get so much enjoyment out of them. I have to say this book probably wasn’t my favourite out of the ones we read, but both of my children seemed to love it. They found it entertaining right from the start and actually sat at read it all with me.
This author really has a knack for writing great children’s stories and I know we are always in for a good one when we pick one of hers. I am looking forward to starting the next one.
Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is such a sweet and fun story with an adorable character right at its core. I read this book with my daughter and I could see how much she engaged with the main character. Her inquisitive nature and how much she loved to explore really appealed to my daughter and her own nature.
I think I really connected with this character too as she is so close in age to my daughter. I found myself comparing them as we read through the book – which we did more that once! The whole story was fun and entertaining. This was a great read and I am already looking forward to when we read it again.
Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Amaleigha and the Big Idea
By Janice Pratt
This is a sweet story that teaches kids no matter their age they can come of with a plan and work for it and accomplish it!
Amaleigha is a very focused 5 year old who loves the outdoors and nature. She came up with a plan and with the help of her family, friends and town made a barefoot park for everyone to enjoy.
I can’t wait to read this to my niece!
If I had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow! I love this so much! It would be a perfect story for either bedtime or just a snuggle time story. Even new parents would enjoy this beautifully rhymed book!
I throughly enjoy little stories like this to read to my grandchild. They are quick, thoughtful and the way the wand is passed around is perfectly done. The pictures accompanied by the lovely words make this one a keeper.
If you know me and have kids or are expecting…I will probably be sending you this one.
“The moment that you stop believing in yourself, you give up on yourself” (Eeha Bhatt)
Moby Plays the Flute is an amazing book with a powerful message, do NOT stop believing in yourself, and do NOT give up when life gets tough, you CAN do hard things! This book spoke to my heart today because it reminded me of my childhood and how far I have come in life. I struggled with school from elementary through high school, especially with learning how to read and anything to do with math. Without the help of amazing teachers and professors, I would have given up. I am so happy that I did not give up on reading, even though it was hard. It is now one of my favorite pastimes and ended up becoming part of my profession as a school librarian. As much as the message of this book spoke to me as an adult, I wish I could have read it as a child. This is such a beautifully encouraging children’s book.
Hi-lights that I love from Moby Plays the Flute:
– There is a QR Code that enables you to access an exclusive reading of the book!
– The illustrations- Oh My Gosh! Eeha Bhatt did an amazing job creating the illustrations, and the attention to detail is amazing! I just love the illustrations- they are adorable!
– The messages within the book… There are SO many! Hard work pays off, persevere even if something is hard, believe in yourself, and put effort into everything you do. “Effort comes from strong determination, having a goal, and putting in hard work. All of this is ignited by believing in yourself” (Eeha Bhatt).
-The back matter of the book includes all of the messages found within the book and are great discussion points with children. There are a few fun facts and activities included in the back matter as well.
The Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book Four by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
4.5 Stars
The Sneaky Kitten is the fourth book in the Invisible Magic Wand Series by Lois Wickstrom. It is a captivating children’s fantasy story that has a really cute storyline, bright/colourful illustrations, plenty of fun, and adventure- with just a touch of sci-fi and magic.
Caspian and Grandpa notice a frisbee fly by and Caspian really wants to play with it. But when they find it, they also find a kitten who is stuck up a tree. They set out to rescue the kitten, and so their adventure begins. The kitten and frisbee are much more than they appear.
This quirky story was imaginative, engaging and fun.
Looking forward to more ‘Invisible Magic Wand’ instalments.
Happy reading…
Reviewed by @angelahayes
The Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book Four by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another great read by Lois Wickstrom! Caspian and Grandpa are out for a walk when a frisbee comes whirring by them. It gets stuck up in a tree and Caspian realizes he can’t reach it. Then he remembers his hot chocolate socks Grandpa gave him so he runs home to put them on. When he returns, he’s able to retrieve the frisbee but gets so much more in return when a sneaky little kitten is also stuck up in the tree.
Super cute book but you might have to let the kiddos know that hot chocolate socks aren’t actually a thing! 😉
The Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book Four by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a really cute book! It wasn’t very realistic, but it had a good story to it and cute illustrations. I think this would be a book that could make kids laugh. I would love to read this to my daughter but she’s too young to care or understand what’s going on. I would recommend this to any young child! This author hardly ever disappoints when it comes to children’s stories and this one wasn’t a disappointment!
If I had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Words have escaped me when it comes to this book! I love the underlying message of the book, that everyone has magic inside of them, but not the kind of magic one would think! This is such an important book to read to little ones, it will instill self confidence in them from an early age. The illustrations were also beautifully done, and I loved how they were inclusive of many different ethnicities and cultural groups in them. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who has children!
Amaleigha loves everything about nature, playing outside, exploring the wonderful world around her- even the tiniest parts (insects), and watching the seasons change. There are many things that I adore about this book! First, let’s start with the fact that I was Amaleigha… Growing up, I was always playing outside, going on adventures, and building things out of items I found outside. Secondly, I love the rich vocabulary that is used throughout the book. As a teacher, I could think of many ELA lessons that could be tied to this book. As a school librarian, I loved the detailed illustrations created by Alina Kralia. Kralia’s detailed illustrations ensure that children can see the wonderful world of nature that Amaleigha loves. Readers can see the changes in seasons throughout the book as they explore the world with Amaleigha. The thing that I love most is the message that even though you are young, you can still do great things like Amaleigha.
This is a delightful book for any nature lover, it makes me just want to get outside right now and explore! I think this book would be fantastic to share while on an adventure with your little one. Take a blanket and Amaleigha’s Big Idea outside to enjoy, then go on a mini adventure of your own. Build a love of nature and books within your child! 🙂
I would give this book more stars if I could because I absolutely loved it!
The Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book Four by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another great open ended book for children. One I can honestly say kids will love. Caspian sees a kitten stuck in a tree. Using his gifts from his grandfather, he is on the rescue. This author has children in mind when she writes her stories. She encourages the children to interact with the story as well. I have recommended this to many of my grandchildren and they LOVED it too.
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The Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book Four by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Caspian uses his magic socks from his grandpa to help keep a sneaky little kitten safe – safe from being in a tree, on a log in a river. When they go back to the tree where the Frisbee is, the kitten jumps on the Frisbee and a bubble grows around it. The kitten zooms around on his little Frisbee ship. Caspian is sad that he didn’t get to play with the Frisbee or rescue the kitten. Grandpa points out that the day was fun anyway – and that is what matters.
The Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book Four by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Caspian is out with his Grandpa when he sees what he believes is a frisbee. His Grandpa encourage him to put on hi Hot Chocolate socks to get the frisbee out of the tree where he ends up finding an adventurous kitten who has a zest for finding danger.
Really cute story. The animation is beautiful in this book. Kitten is precocious and I think children would be laughing at this one while reading it.
If I had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a beautiful book. I love how people of different genders and cultures were included. This book covers all the things we as parents wish we could magically have for our children. The pictures are stunning. This would make an excellent baby shower gift!
The Sneaky Kitten by Lois Wickstrom is a cute book with a twist. You can tell that creativity and imagination were used when writing this book. I originally thought this book was going to be more about a kitten from space causing mischief on Earth. I was pleasantly surprised to see this book was more about Caspian helping the kitten after it gets into many challenging situations. The Sneaky Kitten is the perfect book for any cat lover or child who loves to use their imagination. Cuddle up with some cocoa and read this book today! You’ll thank me later for recommending the cocoa! 🙂
Parents always want only the best for their children. If I had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi is a heartwarming book about parents’ wishes, dreams, and hopes for their children. Lavi’s book captures the beautiful bond between parent and child. The illustrations by Ela Ward are simply enchanting and add a whimsical flair to the story. If I had a Magic Wand would be the perfect gift for a baby shower or to add to your child’s library! I look forward to reading this book to my own children as a bedtime story one day.
Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a super cute story. It can be enjoyed by both little kids and adults. It shows how with a little work big things can happen. I think this a lesson that everyone needs to be reminded of every now and then. The amazing illustrations in this book really help showcase the authors words. This book also touches on being seen as weird to others because the main character is wrapped up in what she loves. It shows that just because people don’t see things the same way doesn’t mean that everyone can’t enjoy them. Amaleigha wants to share her love for the outdoors with the world and her big thinking can help get that accomplished.
This is a super cute short read that has some valuable life lessons that everyone can relate to. I highly recommend reading this book to yourself and your kids.
Reviewed by: @bbohls
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The Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book Four by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
As a cat lover, or should I say crazy cat lady, I am always looking for books about cats. Especially children’s books that I can give as gifts. This was no exception when I saw the cover. Initially I was thinking it was going to be about a cat from space because it looks like he is riding a flying saucer. While I was right to an extent, the story used “magic” items given to the main character in previous books. It was a lesson for the character of how to use certain items to help get them out of certain predicaments. The illustrations are so vivid and perfect. They help tell the story so well. I loved this book and I think your kids will to.
Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Amaleigha is a five-year-old girl who loves to spend time in her backyard forest. She will sit for hours and watch how the animals play. One day while outdoors enjoying her time in nature Amaleigha comes up with a big idea on how she can share what she loves with others. She enlists the help of friends and family to make her idea become a reality.
Amaleigha is smart, determined and a real go-getter. She might be only five years old, but she has some big ideas that she needs to share with her community. This book is intended for young children, but I feel that it conveys a strong message about the importance of following your dreams, at any age. It also shows what great things can be accomplished when people work together to make them a reality. The illustrations are beautiful, and each scene is so descriptive that the reader cannot help but become fully immersed into the story. A must read for children of all ages!
The Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book Four by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a fun book! I love the hot cocoa socks. Caspain uses them to rescue the kitten, Stuck, stuck in the tree. Between the kitten and the “frisbee”, Caspian and his grandpa have a fun little adventure. The story is fun and entertaining. The pictures are bright and joyful to look at it. Another winner for this other. Caspian’s stories are a joy to read and a fun series to have for story time.
The Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book Four by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Sneaky Kitten is a charming, imaginative book. This author has a great imagination and it comes through on the pages. In “The Sneaky Kitten” Caspian and his Grandfather follow a frisbee that seems to belong to no one. When the frisbee gets stuck in a tree, Caspian remembers one of his Unbirthday gifts, hot cocoa socks. The hot cocoa socks let Caspian fly, so he uses them to try and retrieve the frisbee, but is surprised to find a kitten in the tree too. Caspian thought the kitten needed saving so he got him out of the tree. However, throughout the whole story, the silly kitten gets himself into many different predicaments. In the end, the kitten finds his way back to the frisbee which seems to be the kitten’s UFO transportation!! As usual, Caspian’s journey will lead kids on an imaginative adventure! The author always produces a story that can get kids thinking outside of the box, even if as an adult I feel the storylines are a little weird.
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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.
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57793195-if-i-had-a-magic-wand” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”If I had a Magic Wand” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1618837650l/57793195._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57793195-if-i-had-a-magic-wand”>If I had a Magic Wand</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19602225.Melissa_Lavi”>Melissa Lavi</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5144560975″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
This collection of of wishes for our babies/ children was so sweet. It was well thought out and well executed and fit the bill for a wide variety of us! I shared this book with my daughter in law with our precious new new grand baby and we both cried and felt all the feels! Well done!
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Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
My six year old and I recently read Amaleigha and the Big Idea for bedtime and she really enjoyed the story. She was anxious to see what the “big idea” was. As a grown adult reading the story, I loved the family relationships and the support, pride and enthusiasm shown throughout. This was a great children’s book with a good message to readers and fun illustrations. I’ll keep an eye out for more from this author!