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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Shannen Kern

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The first thing that caught my attention with this book was the cover. The illustrations are beautifully done and really add depth to the story itself. Talking to kids about friendships and kindness is incredibly important but can be a bit tricky. This book makes it not only easy to learn, but fun to experience along with Cray the Crab. Both of my kids absolutely enjoyed the rhyming throughout the book which I have found has helped the information stick around in their minds. I feel that this would be a wonderfully helpful book to have in your family and the classroom!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Jennilee Brown

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was age appropriate for my three littles and they loved it. The were engaged for the entire story which is rare for them. As a parent I liked the message it had about friendship and helped me to talk to them about some social cues they can look for when they play with their friends. Overall, I will be adding more of Cray and his adventures to our home library.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Cindy Rushin

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a cute little story. I really like the rhyming and think kids will like it too. The story of Cray is nice, he liked pinching his friends with his claw, but they didn’t like it as much. When he lost the claw he felt so sad because he was changed. His friends were able to show him they liked him even though he was different now. I recommend this book, kids will like the rhyming and the story.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Emily H

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the story of a crab named Cray. Cray has a tendency to be a bit of a handful for his friends. It is not until Cray has an accident that Cray begins to see what true friends are like.

I think this is a great one for little kids. Teaches some lessons on kindness and seeing others in a different light. Beautiful illustrations.

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The Round Box (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Round BoxThe Round Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As usual, as soon as we saw a new book by this author, the whole family was excited for story time. This book really explores what it is like to use your imagination and it is definitely one that got all of ours going! It was such a fun story right from the start, and my two kids were fascinated with the idea of being transported to a boat.
The illustrations in the book were colourful and a perfect fit for the story being told. We marveled at them just as much as we read the book (which has been multiple times!) and I am sure we will do the same when we read the book again. This is a brilliant and fun story that is worth reading with your family.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Kerry Baker

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is such a fun and entertaining story and a really great way of teaching children the important of kindness. The way the author has written this book is so engaging and captivated both of my kids right from the word go. The rhymes were well thought out and catchy and the pictures in the book made it come alive.
As a parent, I loved the premise of this book. Teaching kids how to be kind can be so difficult, yet this book discussed the topic with ease. We will definitely be reading this book again, and any more from this author.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by La Toya Lewis

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A New Day for Cray is a fun little kid’s book by Pa Rhymes. This book follows a crabby crab named Cray that likes to pinch and bully. After Cray is confronted by his friends he has an accident and learns what friendship means. This was a sweet book. It has beautiful illustrations and easy-to-understand lessons for kids. The way Cray’s friends confront Cray is a great way to show children boundaries and what to do if being bullied. The way Cray’s friends are there for him when he has trouble despite his earlier behavior shows the true meaning of forgiveness and friendship. I highly recommend this story.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Tanya Wall, January 2024

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a great story to read with your child… teaches about being kind, how sometimes hard lessons have good endings. The illustrations are great and I like how the author used a pinching crab as the main character. Sometimes we all are pinching crabs and need a little lesson to remind us that we don’t have to pinch our friends.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Megan Conley

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really cute kids book that will teach them the importance of being kind…even when someone isn’t always kind to you. I really loved the illustrations and it has a nice cadence to it that children really love. I really recommend this book if you have a kiddo who may be struggling with how to be kind to someone who isn’t being kind to them.
Reviewed by @meggs1717

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The Round Box (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Daryian Lucas

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The Round BoxThe Round Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars
This is such a cute book. It truly captures how the mind of imagination works. Very easy to read and understand. The graphics are so cute as well.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Carrie Reed

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The art work is beautiful, I love the characters and the story is an excellent lesson for children. Cray may have been having fun pinching and teasing his friends, but they did not like it. I love that the friends all come together in the end to show Cray their support. At the end for “Cray’s takeaways”, these are important lessons to teach children in regards to their friendships and how to treat people in general.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Julie Johnson

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cray is a crabby crab until one day an (un)fortunate accident occurs. Cray is all of a sudden not so crabby and Ray, Hay, and Fay enjoy their friendship even more!

Super cute book that is full of rhymes. A great lap book for grandparents or parents with their littles! Very colorful and engaging illustrations as well!

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Amelia Stansell

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really good children’s book. A crab, named Cray, likes to pinch his friends or really anybody on his path. His friends really did not like when he would pinch them. One day Cray had an accident. All his friends came together to show their support for him.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Jenni Bishop

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day for Cray by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A New Day For Cray is a fun, bright and colourful 18 page picture book by G Pa Rhymes about a crab named Cray. Erica Leigh illustrations are beautiful and wonderfully done and make the story come to life.
It is full of unique and colourful characters and the narrative rhymes along. It is a good story with a message for all to learn.
Journey along with Cray and his friends as he learns the true meaning of kindness and how you should treat others.
Children will love this book just as my grandsons did.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Shelly Kittell

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A very cute story about a little bully crab. He loses his pincher and learns about friendship. I love the rhyming. The colorful pictures help to get the child’s attention. It’s a fun story to read to the young ones.

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures Of Cray On The Bay) by G Pa Rhymes and Erica Leigh – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cray is a crab who lives on the bay with his friends, but Cray has a bad habit, he likes to pinch and tease people and he has a routine everyday of where he goes, who he sees, who he pinches and who he teases, but his friends don’t like it very much.

One day when Cray sets off on his routine, his friends Hay, Ray and Fay are wise to him and decide to stop letting him pinch them, instead, they decide to teach Cray about friendship and how it isn’t all about pinching and teasing, but instead about kindness, generosity and love, but will Cray learn the lessons, or will his unkind ways remain?

This is a fun filled, bright and educational book which teaches important things in an interactive and exciting way and is suitable for anyone who wants to smile and learn all at the same time.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Jennifer Crain

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Through the help of his friends Fay, Ray, and Hay, Cray discovers that friendship isn’t about pushing and pinching but instead being kind, generous, and understanding.

Beautifully illustrated and wonderfully written, this charming book is full of rappin’ and rhymin’ and sure to bring plenty of giggles and smiles while teaching children valuable lessons.

Ideal for bedtime stories or anytime you’re looking for a heartwarming story to share, this entertaining and educational tale of Cray the Crab will captivate young minds and inspire them to be the best version of themselves.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

A New Day for Cray is part of the The Adventures of Cray on the Bay Series that is geared more toward audiences of 3-7 years of age, but you can enjoy this book even if you are young at heart. This story of Cray the Crab teaches us about bullying, kindness and what true friendship means. When Cray the Crab goes about pinching his way….Cray the Crab learns that he does not have to pinch all of his friends. Cray’s friends Fay, Ray, and Hay show Cray about what true friendship means.

What a truly wonderful story. I loved the rhyming, the message behind the book and the illustrations are very beautifully done and full of color and very engaging. My great nieces, great nephew and I look forward to other Cray Adventures!! I highly recommend this book…it was fantastic.

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Nessie and the Living Stone (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah – Review by Stephanie Robb

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Nessie and the Living Stone (Nessie's Grotto)Nessie and the Living Stone by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a wonderful story which mixes myth and reality. Craig and Linda are brother and sister on a holiday from the city of Birmingham to Loch Ness in Scotland. They go on an adventure every day to try and find the Loch Ness Monster “Nessie”. The question is will they risk it all to find her? I would highly recommend this book to all ages alike.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes
Author Website – https://www.gparhymes.com/
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Genre – Kids
Page Count – 36
Cover Designer – Erica Leigh

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Cray the Crab likes to pinch his friends, but they don’t like it much at all!
Introduce your child to learning, friendship, and kindness with A New Day for Cray! Follow the story of Cray the Crab, a pinchy and pushy little crustacean who learns the hard way about the importance of friendship.
Can Cray the Crab’s friends help him learn the value of friendship and what it means to be kind?
Through the help of his friends Fay, Ray, and Hay, Cray discovers that friendship isn’t about pushing and pinching but instead being kind, generous, and understanding.
Beautifully illustrated and wonderfully written, this charming book is full of rappin’ and rhymin’ and sure to bring plenty of giggles and smiles while teaching children valuable lessons.
Ideal for bedtime stories or anytime you’re looking for a heartwarming story to share, this entertaining and educational tale of Cray the Crab will captivate young minds and inspire them to be the best version of themselves.
A New Day for Cray is the perfect addition to any child’s or classroom library- grab your copy and join the fun today!

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Gary Wakstein is known to young readers as G Pa Rhymes! After a lifetime in the restaurant industry, Gary discovered his true passion: writing children’s books that teach important life lessons through the magic of rhyme and reading. Partnering with the talented illustrator Erica Leigh, G Pa Rhymes created The Adventures of Cray book series, inspired by his own family’s adventures. 

G Pa Rhymes captivates kids with his “rappin’ and rhymin'” stories and instills values like friendship, honesty, bravery, and environmental stewardship. Now a sought-after speaker, he travels to schools, museums, libraries, and anywhere else he can bring joy to children’s lives. 

G Pa Rhymes tries to inspire young readers with every book he writes. He resides in Plymouth, MA, and spends his days with his children and grandchildren on Cape Cod, Asheville, NC, and Victor, Idaho.

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The Round Box (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Katie Matthews

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The Round BoxThe Round Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a lovely children’s story that will definitely spark some imagination. Carrie certainly got more than she bargained for when she tried on her Grandmothers fascinator! The magic begins the moment she places it on her head. One thing I really love with the witing in this book is the way that font changes for the lovely descriptive words the author uses – this could provide quite a few talking points for children when talking about how to improve sentences by adding these wonderful words.
This is a really lovely story and one that will definitely create some imaginative thinking from the children reading it.

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The Round Box (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lucinda Morton-Phillips

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The Round BoxThe Round Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a sweet and fun children’s book! ‘The Round Box’ is the 2nd book in the Grandma’s Closet series by Lois Wickstrom.
Everyone is busy and Carrie, looking for something to do, finds a box marked ‘Fascinator’ that her Grandma left behind when she moved across town. Carrie is indeed fascinated by the box and opens it to find an interesting hat. Putting it on, Carrie finds all sorts of things that might have been mundane before, but are fascinating now.
The story flows nicely and I like how some of the words are made more interesting by the use of a different font or graphic. It would be a good book to read with a young child as the illustrations are lovely too.

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Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kids Guide to Safe Dog Interactions (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid's Guide to Safe Dog Interactions (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid’s Guide to Safe Dog Interactions by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Paws for safety was a wonderful, well illustrated children’s book that offered many tips, tricks, and helpful information to help kiddos understand how to have healthy, fun, successful relationships with their pets. The author included lots of helpful tips for parents in the back of the book as well. I read this book on my phone with the kindle app and also on my kindle oasis and I can attest that it was so much better to see these pictures in full color rather than the black and white of my oasis.

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The Round Box (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Julie Johnson

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The Round BoxThe Round Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Carrie’s Grandma has moved across town but she left four boxes in Carrie’s house labeled “KEEP”. Anytime Carrie is missing her Grandma, she’ll go looking through those boxes. Each box she picked up felt like another but she finally decided upon one. When she opened it, there was a fascinator that resembled a ship. Once she put it on, she was on an adventure!

These books are great and should be in every library! This is a great opportunity to talk with a youngin’ about what a fascinator is. Honestly, I hadn’t heard that term until I became more interested in “royal life” and started watching shows and reading about them. This is also a sweet story about the love and influence of a grandparent.

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The Round Box (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Crain

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The Round BoxThe Round Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

“The Round Box” by Lois Wickstrom is a charming and imaginative children’s book that explores the power of imagination and the wonders it can bring. In this particular story, young Carrie discovers a round box labeled “FASCINATOR” in her grandmother’s closet, only to find a fascinating surprise inside.

I have read many of Lois Wickstrom’s books, and she does a fantastic job of capturing the sense of wonder and awe that can be experienced during imaginative play. The idea of a simple hat transforming Carrie’s perception of the world is both creative and captivating. Young readers will likely be inspired to explore the power of their own imaginations, encouraged to think outside the box, and find ways to see the world through a different lens.

Throughout the story, there is a delightful sense of whimsy and exploration. Lois Wickstrom’s descriptive language invites readers to truly immerse themselves in Carrie’s imaginative journey. The illustrations are also vibrant and engaging, enhancing the magic and playfulness of the narrative.

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The Round Box (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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The Round BoxThe Round Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

The Round Box is part of the Grandma’s Closet Series and this story is fun, creative and imaginative. When Carrie is looking for something to do everyone around her seems busy. Grandma is not available to talk and her mom is not able to read her a story. What can Carrie do…..look in closet and see what boxes left behind. A suprise comes about within the “Facinator” box…but what can it be? It is an adventure for sure.

This is a fun story for the littles all the way to the young at heart. The story is wonderful and our family always enjoy’s Lois’ books.

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The Round Box (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Caralee Loonat

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The Round Box (Grandma's Closet #2)The Round Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read many books by this author and this is yet another one that is a good children’s book. This author does suck an amazing job of bringing learning to kids with her creative stories. I really wish that my children were young enough to be able to enjoy these books. The author is able to bring subjects to kids in a creative learning way that makes things fun. I really like the characters that the author has developed. I definitely would recommend these books to anyone with younger children.

Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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The Round Box (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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The Round BoxThe Round Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This author has done it again. Her Fascinating story will open up the child’s imagination. This children’s story had piqued my interest. The characters are more true to today’s families. I feel that makes this story a must have. So many open conversations with the little ones. This author has presented new words as well giving some actions to play out. What a fun story to read. I hope your children enjoy this short story, as much as mine did. I will be looking for more stories from this author.

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Porter and Midge (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Carrie Cross

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Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid's Guide to Safe Dog Interactions (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid’s Guide to Safe Dog Interactions by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In “Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid’s Guide to Safe Dog Interactions,” delivers another heartwarming installment in the Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series, focusing on the crucial theme of fostering safe interactions between children and dogs.
The language is age-appropriate, making the book suitable for young readers, and the colorful illustrations enhance the overall appeal, capturing the attention of children while effectively conveying the key messages. The interactive elements, such as safety checklists and engaging activities, make the learning experience enjoyable and memorable.
“Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety” not only promotes responsible behavior around dogs but also encourages empathy and understanding. It serves as an invaluable resource for parents, teachers, and caregivers looking to instill a sense of responsibility and compassion in children when it comes to interacting with animals.
In conclusion, “Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety” is a well-crafted and thoughtfully executed children’s book that successfully combines entertainment with essential life lessons. This installment in the series is a must-read for families seeking an engaging way to educate their children about safe and positive interactions with our canine companions.

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The Round Box (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Megan Conley

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The Round BoxThe Round Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a cute story about using your imagination and I think kids would like it. I also like the idea that Wickstrom is weaving in on how to deal with missing people when we can’t be near them (I always love how she is working in multiple levels of lessons in her books). I feel that the illustrations are a little lackluster with this series. I normally gush over the artwork, but it’s different even from the cover of the book. I love Wickstrom’s work and recommend these books for a good bedtime read with your littles.
Reviewed by @meggs1717

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