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Kris & The Cowboys (The Adventures of Kris) by Art Blegen – Review by Barbara Bohls

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Kris & The Cowboys: The Adventures of KrisKris & The Cowboys: The Adventures of Kris by Art Blegen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a super cute story for beginning chapter readers. I wasn’t sure what to expect coming into a series at book three, however; I was so amazed at how much character depth there was. I felt like I didn’t miss anything starting with this book. That said, I know that there will be some additional information in the earlier books but it doesn’t give the reader that feeling. I think that the words in the book will be easy for age group of 6-10. Okay, maybe 6 with some adult help. I also feel that the story is engaging so it will make even the most reluctant readers want to continue with the series. It is hard to find a book let a lone a series that will keep the kids wanting to follow along in the adventures. This is a quick read for more advanced readers but it also allows those just starting to find their footing in reading the ability to feel accomplished when finishing a chapter book. The kids will want to keep up with Kris and will be excited about the next adventure.
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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Dinopotamus Goes to SchoolDinopotamus Goes to School by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a cute story. He just wants to fit in and be like the kids. They do their best to help him. They even teach him to use a communication device. It almost reminds me of how our kids with autism want to fit in. I loved this story. I find the artwork helps the kids relate too. My grandsons loved it when I read them the story. My younger grandson is very into dinosaurs. He wants a dinosaur to take school. This is another winner for our family library.

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Meal Time at the Zoo: PB&J Café by James Williamson – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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Mealtime at the Zoo: PB&J CaféMealtime at the Zoo: PB&J Café by James Williamson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Meal time at the zoo can be quite the experience. When James, the butler monkey, delivers the meals (PB&J) to each of the animals, they respond in a variety of ways. A very catchy book, with a rhyming, sing-song pattern, that will grab the attention of beginning readers.

Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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Can I Keep Her? (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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Can I Keep Her?Can I Keep Her? by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wynnie finds an egg and everyone is surprised when a baby dragon comes out. Frightened of what could happen, Wynnie is told to get rid of the dragon. She begs the King to let her train the dragon and he gives her one day. Can she tame the beast? A very cute children’s book.

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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom

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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom
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Dinopotamus watches the children. He tries to do what they do. He follows them to school. He doesn’t fit through the door, so he climbs in the window. The children count their toes. They have five on each foot. He has three. The children see that he wants to learn, just like they do. They all learn together.

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Lois is a former science teacher. She has written a series of science-based folktales.  In each modernized tale, the protagonist achieves a better ending because of learning scientific principles. Lois likes to garden, ride her bike with her husband, cook, and she votes in every election.

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Kris & The Cowboys (The Adventures of Kris) by Art Blegen – Review by Kerry Baker

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Kris & The Cowboys: The Adventures of KrisKris & The Cowboys: The Adventures of Kris by Art Blegen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the series and is another great addition. It was great to get back into these characters, my kids are really starting to grow attached and become invested. They enjoy reading more about the characters and the stories are always so interesting.
The story this time was about a missing cow and we all really enjoyed watching as Kris tried to find it, and the suspected cowboy. The illustrations brought the book to life and made it even more enjoyable. This is a great book that the whole family have loved to read.

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Meal Time at the Zoo: PB&J Café by James Williamson – Review by Kerry Baker

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Mealtime at the Zoo: PB&J CaféMealtime at the Zoo: PB&J Café by James Williamson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a fun and entertaining story that had both my children laughing as they discovered how each of the animals would eat their sandwich. They loved trying to guess what the next animal would do and when we got to the end of the story they wanted to read it all over again.
The book felt so lively and engaging. The author really knows how to connect with his audience and how to bring them as much fun as possible. This is the first book that we have read of his but I can already tell it will not be the last. This is a brilliant story for the family.

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Kris & The Cowboys (The Adventures of Kris) by Art Blegen – Review by Crystal Brehant

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Kris & The Cowboys: The Adventures of KrisKris & The Cowboys: The Adventures of Kris by Art Blegen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another adventure with Kris? Yes please! These beginner chapter books are a lot of fun for my 7yo son and I to read together. They are always well written, and detailed in a way that’s easy for kids to follow along and to get lost in. This is a series, however, each book can stand alone and you won’t feel like you’re missing anything.
This story follows Kris as she is dropped off at her Uncle’s ranch. She learns all about ranch life – riding a horse, working on the ranch, etc. Until it’s time for the cattle drive. Her uncle does not think she is ready for something that can be dangerous. Will that stop Kris? Of course not! She finds her own way and goes on an epic cattle drive adventure! There is so much that happens, it is sure to keep any kid (or kid at heart) entertained.

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Can I Keep Her? (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Katie Kearney

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Can I Keep Her?Can I Keep Her? by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I had my 10 year old niece read this one at our sleep over and she really thought it was cute. It may be geared towards a little younger crowd but that didn’t matter to my niece. Now she’s asking for a pet Dragon but we’ll overcome that some how haha. This was a cute story that has an underlining lesson about love and acceptance but also teaching. The pictures are cute and engaging. The storyline easy to read and follow. I love finding children’s books with great life lessons mixed in. Five stars and highly recommended.

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Meal Time at the Zoo: PB&J Café by James Williamson – Review by Katie Kearney

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Mealtime at the Zoo: PB&J CaféMealtime at the Zoo: PB&J Café by James Williamson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great story for bedtime. My little one is almost two and he loved the pictures. I know he’s not reading yet but he liked listening to the story before bed. I enjoyed the rhyming and the overall silliness. And come on of course peanut butter sandwiches are great! It’s nice and short so kids don’t lose interest. My kiddo kept wanting me to read it again and wanted to see the pictures over and over. I think this would be perfect for a child learning to read. Very cute and well worth a five star review.

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Under the Bandage by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Heather Goodman

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Under the BandageUnder the Bandage by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book has the perfect blend of education and entertainment. You have a great story but it also has wonderful rid bits about the scientific side of things but in a way the kids will understand and enjoy. This author always knows how to keep people enthralled in the book.

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Can I Keep Her? (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Heather Goodman

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Can I Keep Her?Can I Keep Her? by Lois Wickstrom

This is such a great kids book to learn about compassion. It is very imaginative and inspiring. I love the way the author relates to real world problems but in a way that a kid will enjoy and understand.

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Kris & The Cowboys (The Adventures of Kris) by Art Blegen – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Kris & The Cowboys: The Adventures of KrisKris & The Cowboys: The Adventures of Kris by Art Blegen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kris & The Cowboys (The Adventures of Kris) by Art Blegen. This is such a fun series and your young chapter readers will love it. They are geared toward 6 to 10 year old and they make great gifts. In this story Kris visits her Uncle on his cattle ranch and when he won’t allow her to go along with them on a real cattle drive she invents one in her imagination and what an imagination she has. On her cattle drive a cow and cowboy turn up missing making them think he is a rustler and must be hunted down. There are mountain lions, thievery and more in this fun story. Your young new chapter readers will love it. It would also make a great family gift or teacher gift to read to the classroom!

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Can I Keep Her? (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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Can I Keep Her?Can I Keep Her? by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wynnie and Lem find an unusual egg on the wall. After it hatched she not only discovered it was a dragon she also had to train it. As she promised the king she would, he gave her 1 day to do just that. Such a fun story to read. Watching the smiles on the children’s faces was well worth the time to read this book. Learning to love, to train and treat others with love is a big lesson to learn. So is keeping promises. This author laid it out plain and clear so the children could understand the story. They could also ask questions and feel free to go further in discovering the world of Dragons. Another must have in every child’s library.

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Can I Keep Her? (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Emily H

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Can I Keep Her?Can I Keep Her? by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wynnie finds an egg while out walking. At first she is warned not to let it hatch but once it does she finds an adorable baby dragon. Not everyone is pleased though as dragons have a reputation of being destructive. Wynnie believes differently though and has a plan to prove everyone wrong.

Great illustrations, I thought this was a fun read that showcases how not everything is as it seems.

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Under the Bandage by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Rita White

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What a great informative book. I feel like I just had a science lesson! I loved the rhyming of the story and the little facts also on the page. My 4 year old granddaughter loved me reading her this book. She was more interested in the story and not so much in the facts. The facts will be used and read better by the older children. The illustrations are fabulous and depict the story great.

Summer of Mud by Rebecca Bischoff – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Summer of MudSummer of Mud by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a newer author for me which I enjoyed reading from beginning to end. I enjoyed the author’s writing style as well as their attention to details that make the story come to life. I also enjoyed how the author kept the story engaging throughout. There is alot going on in this story but the author did a great job of keeping you wanting to know more. This is a fast paced, hard to put down story. It is easy to read and entertaining as well. There is great growth of the plot as well as the characters throughout the story. This is a story about Scoob and how she and her older brother get stuck in a small town. But what happens with the town’s dam leaks and she is left to figure out what is really important to her. I enjoyed her character and what she brought to the story. She is a strong character that I had no trouble relating to. She adds so much to the story and is my favorite. I really enjoyed reading this story and it is one you don’t want to miss out on. I highly recommend this book.

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Kris & The Cowboys (The Adventures of Kris) by Art Blegen – Review by Hannah Porter

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Kris & The Cowboys: The Adventures of KrisKris & The Cowboys: The Adventures of Kris by Art Blegen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We were excited for this release, we couldn’t wait to start reading it. We were new to this author, Art Blegen, but the little ones and I really enjoyed reading about the different adventures that Kris goes on. Just like the other ones they are chapter books that are quick, fun, and easy to read. We read ours during our reading time, took us like three days ( but probably will take less time for you. We read a certain amount each day) 😀 only about 14 chapters in all. Art Blegen storytelling is super creative and amazingly captivating. In this one Kris visits her Uncle Buddy at his ranch. Where she learns new talents, and goes on an adventure where she meets new friends and new dangers.
We Cannot wait until the next book Kris and the Astronauts is released!!

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Loris Opens Up His Heart (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Loris Opens Up His HeartLoris Opens Up His Heart by Dagmara Sitek
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Loris opens up his heart by Dagmara Sitek was a precious, meaningful, heartwarming, important children’s story. The story focuses on Loris, who is a foster child, who doesn’t want to open up to his new family because he doesn’t feel like he belongs even though they invite him to participate and include him in their fun. It’s not until his foster brother is having trouble finishing a race to raise money for a sick young girls treatment that he uncovers himself, opens up his heart, and finishes the race for everyone. This is definitely an emotional story and could also potentially be a triggering one, but it shows the importance of acceptance, forgiveness, and new beginnings. The illustrations throughout the book were wonderfully done as well. There were a few instances that the dialogue sounded disjointed as if maybe the authors first language was something other than English, but it wasn’t a big deal. Wonderful book.

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Under the Bandage by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Under the BandageUnder the Bandage by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Under the Bandage by Lois Wickstrom. This is my favorite children’s author and my 6 year old nephew loves when I buy these books and read them to him. This one is all about boo boos and when you have a son, grandson, nephew or brother we all know how boys always have boo boos. This book is about a young boy who scrapes his knee so he needs a bandage. The bandage has to stay on to keep all the bad bacteria out. This author has the magical ability to teach a science lesson in her stories without you even realizing it. They are magical. Teaching us each phase our body goes thru in healing is just wonderful for little minds. Do yourself a favor and pick up this great story for young kids today!

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Can I Keep Her? (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Plate, May 2024

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Can I Keep Her?Can I Keep Her? by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a fun children’s book. Part of a series, this book follows a young lady who shows a great character. This story is a mix of fable and fairytale. Well written, great characters, and beautifully illustrated, this is book that all ages can enjoy.

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Can I Keep Her? (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Whisper Hymer

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Can I Keep Her?Can I Keep Her? by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Can I Keep Her? was written by Lois Wickstrom and illustrated by Timna Green. It is a cute bedtime story that showcases the power of love. When Wynnie and her brother Lem spot an egg on the castle wall they are puzzled. What is it? When a dragon emerges, it’s up to Wynnie to protect the kingdom. Grab your kiddo and learn why love is so important.

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Meal Time at the Zoo: PB&J Café by James Williamson – Review by Whisper Hymer

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Mealtime at the Zoo: PB&J CaféMealtime at the Zoo: PB&J Café by James Williamson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mealtime at the Zoo: PB&J Cafe is a quick read with your kids before bed. Written by James Williamson and illustrated by Ayesha Masood. This book is a great way to introduce animals and food choices while also featuring a lot of kids favorite sandwich – the amazing peanut butter and jelly! The silly story and bright pictures are sure to delight young readers. Grab your copy and your little, snuggle in, and enjoy!

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Can I Keep Her? (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tori Mitton

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/56463763-can-i-keep-her” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Can I Keep Her?” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1609235912l/56463763._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/56463763-can-i-keep-her”>Can I Keep Her?</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/331633.Lois_Wickstrom”>Lois Wickstrom</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6519761466″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Wynnie is the king’s most trusted advisor. One day Wynnie and her brother find a shiny egg on the castle wall. The wise old woman told the kids to leave it alone it’s a dragon egg. Wynnie convinced the king to keep the dragon if she could train it.<br />This was such a cute quick little read
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Can I Keep Her? (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Carrie Reed

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Can I Keep Her?Can I Keep Her? by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am really enjoying the stories with Wynnie, her brother Lem and the King. There are always great lessons to learn with Wynnie. Because of this book, I now want a baby dragon. I like that Wynnie showcases that all animals start off unknowing as babies, and that with training, love and support they can learn to live along side of their humans without causing harm. The Wise Old Woman also realizes she was too hasty in her thoughts of the dragon Mera in the beginning as well as the King. Wynnie is a wonderful advisor for the throne.

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Can I Keep Her? (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Crystal Brehant

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Can I Keep Her?Can I Keep Her? by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second in the Kingdom of Mir series. My 7yo son and I are loving this series. We like this one more than the first. It has a baby dragon! As in the first, Wynnie seems to be the smartest in the kingdom, and the most caring. But can she train a wild baby dragon and keep it from burning down the whole kingdom? The pictures are absolutely adorable in this story.

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Under the Bandage by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Under the BandageUnder the Bandage by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I always love getting to read books by this author, she always does such a great job writing stories that children will enjoy. She always writes her stories in a way that kids learn new and fun facts, but in a way that is fun and engaging. We have a kiddo who gets a scrap on his knee and he loves playing with his toy soldiers, so soldiers become the metaphor for his injury healing. Kids will enjoy the writing style and the illustrations are definite going to be a great way to keep kiddos focused and excited to learn and see how things turn. As always from this author, another fan favorite story.

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Meal Time at the Zoo: PB&J Café by James Williamson – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Mealtime at the Zoo: PB&J CaféMealtime at the Zoo: PB&J Café by James Williamson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thought this was an absolutely adorable children’s book. It had the cutest illustrations and I love how the story is told in rhyme. It’s definitely the type of book to keep younger children engaged and focused as they follow James the monkey, who is delivering lunch to the different animals in the zoo. It’s very cute how the different animals enjoy the meal and some of the extras that are added in for the different animals so they will enjoy it! This will be a story younger children will delight in reading again and again. I look forward to seeing more work from the author.

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Can I Keep Her? (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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Can I Keep Her?: 2nd book in the Kingdom of Mir seriesCan I Keep Her?: 2nd book in the Kingdom of Mir series by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Can I Keep Her? Is the 2nd book in the Kingdom of Mir series. I read it with my 8 year old, and he enjoyed it- loved guessing what would happen next and looking at the illustrations. Wynnie spots an egg on the wall, and wonders what it might be. When it hatches a dragon, she instantly falls in love. But the king and other town folk warn her about the destruction they might cause. Wynnie uses her power of words and trains the dragon to stop lighting fire to everything. Cute book for young elementary kiddos.

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Kris & The Cowboys (The Adventures of Kris) by Art Blegen – Review by Julie Johnson

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Kris & The Cowboys: The Adventures of KrisKris & The Cowboys: The Adventures of Kris by Art Blegen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have really enjoyed reading these adventures of Kris! She’s a pretty cool young lady who has a very vivid imagination. When her uncle won’t let her go on a cattle drive, she imagines one! What a fun adventure she has involving a mountain lion, a rustler, and more.

This book is geared towards readers 6-10 years of age but I truly believe that any age group can have an appreciation for this fun adventure story!

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