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Colors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity Book by Feather Chelle – Review by Amber Poole

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Colors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity BookColors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity Book by Feather Chelle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a great poem and activity book. More importantly it was an inspirational insight to what it’s like to be blind or deaf. I learned so much about the different types of blindness and about myself. This book is a book of reflection. How do you overcome obstacles? How can you apply what you’ve leaned in this book to your life? Anyone reading this should walk away with a better understanding of themselves and of others. I think this should be used in schools. I intend on having my 13 year old work on it with me. It’s age appropriate and I believe it’ll create more understanding and acceptance of someone else who has a “disability”.

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider – Review by Nakyshia Leger

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a cute short story! I always wondered how I would handle the situation when my kids start questioning if Santa is real or not. The last thing a parent wants to do is hurt their child. This book gives a beautifully creative way to keep the magic of Christmas alive. The illustrations are colorful and fun. They definitely bring the story to life!

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Amanda DelFemine

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Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book and will definitely have to read it to my nieces. It is a very simplistic book that gets the point across. You can come from nothing but with hard work, perseverance and heart you can do anything you want. Don’t forget where you came from but also learn from it and be and do better. Find the best in people and help them to achieve greatness as you will also feel satisfied. Everyone can benefit from reading this even though the age range is 9-12 years old. Everyone can take something away from it.

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I am holding onto this book for my granddaughter. She still believes in Santa Claus and this book is the perfect explanation about the Spirit of Christmas and carrying on the tradition, when she asks “Is Santa real?” It’s short, sweet, and to the point.

Reveiwed by Terri Jo McAllister
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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider – Review by Ayla Eddy

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a coming of age story based around the concept of Santa. The author introduces a new way of approaching the subject on if there is a Santa Clause. The story is a cute experience between a mother and her son over the topic. She recruits him over into being a Dream Keeper. Which he takes to heart with his little brother. Keeping the magic alive for his younger sibling. I adore the new take on the holiday season. It is a book that I will be reading to my children when they begin to ask the same question.

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider – Review by Heather Lopez Renteria

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book! Although I have a 4 year old daughter and an 8 month old son they are not yet ready for this book just yet. I loved how it keeps people believing in Santa Claus by believing in the spirit of Christmas without breaking the hearts of little ones around the world. I always wondered how I would tell my children that there was no Santa! This book knocked it out of the park and when the time comes I will be using it to explain the spirit of Christmas!

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider – Review by Karen Pearman

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a short, illustrated story that helps answer the question that parents hate to hear from their children “Is there really a Santa Claus?” I like how the author took a different approach to answering this question and decided to teach kids to keep the dream alive. I think this is a great way to make the kids aware that Santa will always be in your heart if you just believe. I loved how the author managed to use a relic not Christmas related as a symbol of believing. This could be a great way of continuing to help keep the memories of Christmas alive in all of us. I thought that the illustrations were quite beautiful. I loved that they were simple yet helped tell the story. This is a highly recommended book for young children, especially those starting to question Santa.

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider – Review by Rayne East

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Christmas dream
A beautifully illustrated Christmas story about answering the question every parent faces. This story navigates the question in a slightly different way and focuses more on the belief of Christmas and keeping that belief alive rather than the magic of Christmas. The message is delivered well and the story has a heartwarming ending.

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The Colors of Darkness by Feather Chelle – Review by Cindy Rushin

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Color of darkness by feather ChelleColor of darkness by feather Chelle by Feather Chelle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was an eye opener for me. As an individual I can’t say that I have ever thought about what someone who is blind goes through in this visual world we live in. This book allowed me to explore some of the ways they experience the world and how they “see” in a different way. I loved how the author helped me to see that anyone who is visually impaired can be and do anything that they want to do. This book is a must read for anyone who would like to explore or find out more about visually impaired individuals and what they experience living their lives.

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Mom Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger – Review by Barbara Stegall

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a cute story to share with older children. I just love that the book in powers older children/ pre teens to be “Dream keepers”. Passing along the spirit of Santa is a great thing to share. This is a short read and enjoyable for any age group. I sure enjoyed the story and will share with my grandson when he ask the question “is Santa real”.

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Colors of Darkness by Feather Chelle – Review by Charlene Yates

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Colors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity BookColors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity Book by Feather Chelle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Amazingly accurate and best activities

I loved that this book helped to engage the reader. As a person who was deaf as a child and had surgeries enabling them to become hard of hearing the things and activities the author gives to help able bodied people to understand is revioting. I believe more of this is needed. I also loved the poems as it empowered and created visual senses in the mind that were strong and you could imagine them as though you there in that moment.

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a great story! My 8 year old was the most captivated by this. And she says all the time, “I might be having a bad day but doesnt mean I have to make others have one too”. She always tries to find the better part of a problem than dwell on the bad parts. And that struck a chord with her in this book. Great story and loved the pictures and would have loved more!

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Rachel Moss

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Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a really sweet and cute read! Being as this is a children’s book it’s also a very quick read. I think this book can teach younger children a lot of good lessons especially about being great. There’s a lot of knowledge written throughout these pages. I really enjoyed reading this one! I can’t wait to read this book to my daughter when she gets older, so she can see how to be great too, just like Priscida!

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider – Review by Anantha Rusum

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My children are now grown old enough to understand that there is no Santa, but there was a point of time when they did come and ask, ”Mom, is there really a Santa?”. This book helps us answer the question with a lovely story, which Lucas’s mom tells him when he asks her the same question. The spirit of Christmas is explained so well to keep the notion of Santa alive in the minds of the young and old alike. A beautiful book and a must read for all children who have come of age to understand that Santa Claus is magical and not real.

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Angelina Frazzini

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Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a great children’s story with great lessons to learn. It is a cute way to teach children perspective and how they can find greatness in their own lives.

After I read through it, I read it with my 8 year old who was willing to give it a chance. Coming from the kid that really doesn’t enjoy reading, that is quite the compliment!

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Amy Brennan

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Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If this wasn’t the cutest little bedtime story for my 8-year-old daughter, I don’t know what is. We certainly enjoyed giving ourselves a little pat on our back. A cute, little fluffy story for our littles to enjoy, and have a nice little lesson in there as well. There were certainly parts where I found that there was a lot of the same words used, but for a children’s book, it fit perfectly. We both loved the part where Priscida is telling us about her adventure with a bike, and my daughter laughed so hard she had to sit up to catch her breath. The pictures were also very adorable and enjoyable to look at. The one with the conductor was a fan favorite! Would read this again to my daycare kids, and any other children’s stories that this author releases. Well done!

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays- Review by Lauren West

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Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was absolutely adorable! Priscida was a smart kitty with great insight and big ideas. From an alley cat who taught herself to read to being adopted by a loving family. She teaches the importance of values, family, and never giving up. She talks about everything she does with her family to what she herself would like to do one day to be her best self. This is a great moral story for children, and its also a fun read.

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Caralee Loonat

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Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a delightful story for kids. I have to say I wish my children were younger and I could share this with them. I really like how the author has used the character to teach children a wonderful lesson. The way the book is written in first person also adds to it. The author spins a great story and kids would just really love the character and her tale. I highly recommend this story for those with young children.

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays. This is a great kids book that I enjoyed with my nephew but I even enjoyed it. Its the story of Priscida who is an alley cat but he realizes that he’s so much more than that. The main concept of the story is to teach kids to find the good in all things. Priscida is an alley cat who goes on many adventures and my nephew giggled and laughed all thru it. He’s only 3 but he really enjoyed it and understood it. Priscida teaches us that we are all made up of good things and we can all do good things! I think kids and adults alike could learn from this book. Awesome kids book.

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Colors of Darkness by Feather Chelle – Review by Nikita Lesperance

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Colors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity BookColors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity Book by Feather Chelle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Very educational book. I loved the poems. The activities are very insightful. Kids and adults should both read this book. Very good way to introduce kids to learning about disabilities. Questions and Answers at the end were helpful too.

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider, This book was so good. Its the perfect story for kids that are getting to the age where they are questioning their belief in Santa. It has gorgeous pictures and the story is so informative in a way that kids can understand. The story is emotional and entertaining all while teaching a great lesson. If you have kids from around 7-11 this is the perfect book for you and your kids.

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Jenny See

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Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is one of the best children’s books that I’ve read. The artwork is awesome. The story is one that every child (and adult) can relate to. It teaches that it’s the little things that matter the most. It also helps teach self-worth, and that everyone is special. I recommend this book to absolutely everyone for a fun, heartwarming read.

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider – Review by Nikita Lesperance

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Very cute book. Great way to answer if there is a Santa Clause. I liked the concept. The illustrations were great for the story. Would be great for kids to read or have read to them when they are ready. Very well written.

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider – Review by Angela Packard

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book brought tears to my eyes. Our kids grow up so fast nowadays, it seems like they only believe in Santa for a few short years. I love how the book gives the child a way to choose if they want to believe of not. The illustrations were very nice and complimented the story very well. My 6 year old has been questioning whether Santa is real or not, I can’t wait to read this book to her.

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Angela Packard

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Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thought this was a really cute book. I read it to my 6-year-old. Having had remote learning last year, one of the lessons the teachers taught a lot was about trying and trying again. I felt this went along with that lesson very well. It also opened up a great discussion about what she is great at, her teachers have told her how kind she is and what a big heart she has. Great book to read and open discussion with your kids.

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The Colors of Darkness by Feather Chelle – Review by Piper Foster

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Colors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity BookColors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity Book by Feather Chelle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Aw wow the authors note supisred me. This book really made me think about blind people and how everyday life affects them. It’s a very informative book. I knew about braille before but never knew who created it. Me and my son took the activities in this book and done them together we used it as part of our home education. We found some of the experiences overwhelming as this is not how we are used to precving the world the book gives a great insight onto how others lives who have blindness. Very informative great for adults and kids alike.

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider – Review by Cindy Rushin

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a cute little children’s book. It will help any child reading it understand better the meaning of Christmas. It was easy to read and had a great message to impart. It was a fun read and I enjoyed it. I cannot wait to share it with my granddaughter.

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Debi Kircher

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Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars

“Great acts are made up of small deeds”

I love this saying!

If I had read this by myself and reviewed it I would have given it 4 stars, because I wouldn’t have thought the kids would have really gotten this or would stay interested. I was completely wrong. I picked this up because I had 3 of my grands with me for a few days the week of Thanksgiving. They are ages 10 and 11. We read this together taking turns and they completely got it, and enjoyed it. It broke off into conversations and questions and how to apply this book in their own lives. I was blown away and completely impressed with how this book touched them.

This was a great book for teaching children the meaning of finding good in all things, especially themselves.

I loved the time with the kids reading this, and would recommend it highly!

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The Colors of Darkness by Feather Chelle – Review by Tatyana Turley

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Colors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity BookColors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity Book by Feather Chelle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My rating 5 out of 5 stars

What a fantastic book!! It features some amazing descriptions on how it is to have no sight. Although lacking sight the author uses her other senses to move through the wonderful world. If we couldn’t describe what we see we could use other senses and this is masterfully done. This is so relevant to our world today. What a valuable insight on how to love the world through other means while not being able to see it.

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Kerry Baker

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Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I thought this book was a sweet, touching story that really will help children, and adults, to think about greatness and how to find it. It was an easy book to read but also quite thought provoking – a great way to get children thinking in more detail about the little things in life.
This wouldn’t be my usually type of read but I definitely enjoyed it. And although my kids are both too young for it I will definitely be keeping it in mind for when they are older. This is a lovely and well written story.

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