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Kris & The Pirates (The Adventures of Kris) by Art Blegen – Review by Santana Hicks

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

Kris is supposed to go to a costume party later on in the day. She doesn’t want to go therefore she didn’t get a costume ready. She decided to just wear her Halloween costume that is now too small. Her father suggests going as a pirate since that appears to be a quick and easy costume but Kris insists that she hates pirates.

Kris settles into a book where she fully immerses herself into it and finds herself sailing the seas with some sailors. They find an island close by to go swimming. Little did they know that this island was full of pirates ready to capture the crew and steal their ship.

Kris is the only one who got away so it is up to her to rescue her fellow crew mates. Kris has to face her fear of pirates if she wants to return home. She meets some animal friends along the way to help her.

This book was very vividly written. The author went into such beautiful detail about the surrounding areas that it was easy to see myself there with Kris. I also really liked how the author gave the animals personalities close to their actual animal traits, throwing in some information about animals along this adventure.

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Detective Dylan and the Hunt for Home Plate (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book) by MJ Murray – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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Detective Dylan and the Hunt for Home Plate (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series, #2)Detective Dylan and the Hunt for Home Plate by M.J. Murray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Detective Dillan and his sister join the town baseball team. When they show up for practice, someone has stolen all the bases. They set out to track the clues to find the bases. This is a great story for young readers.

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister

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Queen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Julie Johnson

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Queen of the FairiesQueen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A young girl is writing a story about the Queen of the Fairies. She starts questioning how the Queen would respond to different events. She doesn’t want to offend anyone either. How does one go about writing about someone so unique?

The illustrations are very colorful and vibrant. The images are also very well done. This is a story that boys and girls alike will enjoy! It has a theme of being respectful to others while also respecting yourself.

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Responsibilities: A Kid’s Guide to Welcoming a New Dog (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by La Toya Lewis

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Responsibilities: A Kid's Guide to Welcoming a New Dog (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws and Responsibilities: A Kid’s Guide to Welcoming a New Dog by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Porter and Midge: Paws and Responsibilities by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada is the fourth book in the Porter and Midge series. We get to see Lora and CJ prepare themselves for getting a pet before they meet Porter and Midge. Once again kids get a thorough lesson while also having fun. The book takes you step by step into what to know before getting a pet. There are also plenty of great illustrations. This is the perfect book for the kiddos to learn about the responsibility of being a pet owner.

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The Glow in Loretta’s Garden (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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The Glow in Loretta's Garden (Loretta's Insects)The Glow in Loretta’s Garden by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another fantastic story by this author. I knew this story would be educational, SHHHH! Don’t tell the kiddo’s. This story is all about bugs, and Loretta is just the right person for this job. She is observant and watches the bugs grow and change. Giving the readers valuable information. This author encourages her readers to look about their environment and discover the bugs in their yard. This story is well written and easy for children to follow. A real crowd pleaser, that needs to be in every child’s library.

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Amese of Animalis (The Borosa Legacy Book 1) by MJ Murray – Review by Krista Moulthrop

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Amese of Animalis (Borosa Legacy, #1)Amese of Animalis by M.J. Murray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Amese Of Animals is about a girl who’s trying to figure out her destiny. She feels like the path her parents are trying to put her on isn’t the right path for her. Amese goes through her training and has to learn lessons from each animal she shifts into, thus learning things about herself as well. There’s a good twist and cliffhanger at the end of the book as well, which gets you wanting to read more. Looking forward to the second book in the series.

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Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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Oscar and Emmy Foster KittensOscar and Emmy Foster Kittens by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol

Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens is a wonderfully written children’s book that children of any age can enjoy. I love that it teaches children about the responsibilities of have a kitten or any pet for that matter. The illustrations are colorful and bring the story to life. This is part of the Oscar and Emmy series and we will definitely be looking into the ones we’ve missed. My loved this book and even asked if he could have a kitten. He took in every word I read to him and he was very eager to put what he learned yo the test. I highly recommend reading this book to children of all ages. We look forward to reading more from this Author.

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Mermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Melissa Fink

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Mermaid TailsMermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mermaid Tails was a cute kids book. I absolutely loved the illustrations. They were bright and beautiful. Some of the pictures gave me The Litter Mermaid vibes. I also enjoyed the little fun facts throughout the book. I recommend this book for kids between 8-12, its educational for them also.

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Mermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Shannen Kern

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Mermaid TailsMermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was my first book by this author, but everyone in my house loves mermaids so it was a no-brainer! The illustrations were gorgeous, and we very much enjoyed seeing the different depictions of mermaids all over the world. Both of my kids favored the Orca mermaid and really got their imaginations going to create their own unique mermaids! The rhyming keeps their attention so well. We all learned many things with the fun facts at the bottom of the pages! I love how educational this book is, and the images are just as captivating. This was such an amazing way to show that diversity is everywhere and get the kids engaged with thinking about the different species. I highly recommend picking this up for the little ones in your life, but I bet you’ll learn something new as well!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Fay’s Kindness Parade (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Fay's Kindness Parade (The Adventures of Cray)Fay’s Kindness Parade by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another enjoyable story from this author. Cray goes on a new adventure with Fay. They meet new friends and help other animals along the way. The story is very cute and helps making to discuss being kind with the littles. The illustration in here is rock solid! Good colors that will draw the eye of readers. I always look forward to more in the delightful series.

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The Glow in Loretta’s Garden (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tausha Treadway

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The Glow in Loretta's Garden (Loretta's Insects)The Glow in Loretta’s Garden by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Glow in Loretta’s Garden (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom. This is mine and my nephews favorite author so we were super excited to read this one. Its the cutest story about Loretta finding glowing bugs in her flower garden. Loretta collects a few of them and puts them in her ant farm to study them. She gets scared when they quit glowing in her ant farm so she shakes them and they start glowing again making her happy. She finally decides that she needs to set them free and when she does she realizes they are fireflies! She then takes it upon herself to learn all she can about fireflies. She watches them and studies them all the time. This book is so good for kids to learn about fireflies and it’s also good for teachers to use in the classroom. All of the books by this author are very educational!

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Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Trish Ann

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Oscar and Emmy Foster KittensOscar and Emmy Foster Kittens by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am writing this semi biased as I LOVE cats. This book was super cute and informative about fostering kittens for the target age. I would find this very appropriate to read with kids when considering fostering cats/kittens. I was able to connect with this in my own experience as someone who fostered a litter of kittens. I enjoyed the voice of this book and thought they handled the part where they had to let the kittens go very well. The children handled it better than I did!

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Code Dog by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Katie Matthews

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Code DogCode Dog by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another wonderful book from this talented children’s author. I really enjoy reading her books and I like these longer length books for older children. It’s such a great way to introduce them to longer reads that you can pick up and put down. The sci fi themes was good and would definitely get children’s imaginations going and capture their interest. There’s some very small twists in the story that will definitely get children guessing along with the characters about what might happen next. Great for encouraging children prediction skills! The story is well written and has a great pace to enable children to follow along easily. The characters were relatable and well developed.
Overall a great story for children aged from around 8 up to 12/13 I would say.

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Mermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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Mermaid TailsMermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Mermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn

Mermaid Tails is a children’s book that children of any age will enjoy reading. The colorful illustrations help to bring the story to life. My son loved this book so much we’ve read it several times already and I’m sure we’ll be reading it a hundred more times. I loved that every page had some sort of educational fact about mermaids/sea creatures. I could tell by the attention to detail that this author poured her heart and soul into this book. We loved everything about it and highly recommend it to everyone of any age. We look forward to reading more from this Author

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Code Dog by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Code DogCode Dog by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

This was a fun read! I do enjoy Lois Wickstrom’s books and this is no exception! Code Dog brings in mystery and intrigue and the chapter book is for more ages of 8-12 years..but take my word, the young at heart can enjoy this story as well.

Who would not be intrigued on trying to find a missing 200 year old Time Capsule….as Timmy, Beth and Arthur are on the hunt. Beloved teacher Mrs. Vance is in need of hip surgery and is in a nursing home until she has procedure and asks Timmy to take care of her dog, Cody. But…psstttt..can you keep a secret…Mrs. Vance has something that is valuable and the keep to the missing Time Capsule. Will Timmy, Beth and Arthur along with Cody the dog put the clues together to find the Time Capsule…

Definitely read and find out! Enjoyable read

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Queen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kristin Boutelle

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Queen of the FairiesQueen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a very vibrant book with good illustrations that will capture the minds of the little ones. The way the book was written is very similar to the way a child would think about things. If I do this, then that will happen, and then I will need to find a different solution. It’s very relatable from a children’s point of view.

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Fay’s Kindness Parade (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Tanya Wall, April 2024

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Fay's Kindness Parade (The Adventures of Cray)Fay’s Kindness Parade by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a super cute book about kindness – so important! It is a great read aloud for young children and would be a great addition to a school bookshelf or at home. The story is of Cray and his friends who go about finding other sea creatures who need a little kindness. As they complete each act of kindness, they find that they are spreading joy throughout their ocean community.

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Amese of Animalis (The Borosa Legacy Book 1) by MJ Murray – Review by Kerry Baker

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Amese of Animalis (Borosa Legacy, #1)Amese of Animalis by M.J. Murray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great children’s fantasy story about a young girl who has to find her way in a world of magic and adventure. It is an exciting story that really draws the reader in. It is well written and imaginatively told, in a way that makes it really easy to picture what is being described to you. I really enjoyed getting to know the character and watching her navigate the situations she finds herself in.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and it is one I can definitely say I enjoyed. Even though I am not the intended target audience for the book, the author has managed to write it in a way that I could still connect with the story. This really is a great book and I am intrigued by what else they have to offer.

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Mermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Mermaid TailsMermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn. This is such a good book for kids ages 3-12. The pictures are vibrant and the story is so cute. I have nephews and the younger one loved it. The book describes the wonderful world of mermaids and they can all be different. It describes their tails and how different each one can be. Kids can also learn a “fun fact” about the ocean and all of its wonderful things. This book would be a great gift for a family and even for a teacher for her classroom. Such a fun, educational read for kids and families.

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Queen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Queen of the FairiesQueen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a bright and colorful story of a young girl imagining writing her book. She wants to write about the Queen of the Fairies. What would she be like? What would she do?…It’s very creative and helps the child to use their imagination in thinking along with the young girl. I loved the message that you can write your own story too. Use your imagination. Be creative. Be you. It’s an entertaining story that I will enjoy reading to my granddaughters.

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Mermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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Mermaid TailsMermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mermaid Tails is a unique book with wonderful illustrations. They are colorful and creative. My 8 year old read this book to me, and we both enjoyed it. It is weirdly written… with the story in large font, and the bottom of each page has fun facts about marine life that are illustrated on that page. This made the book somewhat awkward to read… but we did learn a lot from it. I really love that each mermaid is drawn to resemble the animal on that page.

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Queen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Crain

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Queen of the FairiesQueen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“Queen of the Fairies” by Lois Wickstrom is a delightful and engaging story that captures the magic and wonder of fairy tales. The protagonist, a good fairy, is portrayed as kind and compassionate, adding a sense of warmth and positivity to the narrative.

Wickstrom’s storytelling expertise shines through, making it clear that this book is not just for those who believe in the magic of fairies, but also for those who enjoy a bit of intrigue in their fantasy stories.

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Queen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Queen of the FairiesQueen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

The Queen of the Fairies is a wonderful children’s story with colorful illustrations. The story told is fun, imaginative and as you turn each page you wonder….what does the Queen of the Fairies really do? There may be some good fairies and some bad fairies…..making beautiful things or playing tricks….just overall fun!

This story is for ages 4-8 years and enjoyable for even the young at heart when reading to your children. I love the storytelling and I recommend this book.

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Amese of Animalis (The Borosa Legacy Book 1) by MJ Murray – Review by Kristin Boutelle

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Amese of Animalis: The Borosa LegacyAmese of Animalis: The Borosa Legacy by M.J. Murray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is about Amese trying to figure out if she’s cut out for her predestined future. There is humor, lessons learned, action, and mystery to get you intrigued to continue reading. The setting is very well done and descriptive so that the reader can actually see what’s happening. I like how the author incorporates different settings for each animal and has Amese learn a very important lesson in order to come back to the village.

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Mermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn Reviewed by Phylis Carpenter April 2024

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Mermaid TailsMermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a quick, easy read. My grandchildren would enjoy reading it to the younger children.

If you have children and are looking for a book they might enjoy, I think you should try this one.I enjoyed it

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Mermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Kerry Baker

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Mermaid TailsMermaid Tails by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is the absolutely perfect kind of story for my daughter. It is the exact type of book that she is now able to read and it was all about mermaids, which is one of her favourite things. She was instantly drawn into this story which meant I was as well. It was a joy to watch her read it and discover the story.
The book was really written and knew the ages it was aimed at perfectly. It was entertaining, engaging and such a fun story. I loved that we got to learn about other sea creatures throughout the book as well. This was a brilliant story that I enjoyed just as much as much children.

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Queen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Queen of the FairiesQueen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lois has given kids a story about Queen’s and Fairies that is more than a simple tale. It is appropriate for children between 4 – 8 years. The pictures and the story are colourful, entertaining, and imaginative.
The characters are cute and endearing and bring the story to life, whilst incorporating lessons along the way.
This educational picture book is a well thought out story that will delight young readers.
Welcome to a story where there are fairies. They come in all shapes and sizes. Some are tricky, some are cheeky, but they are all magical creatures. Doesn’t everyone love fairies?

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Carrie Cross

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Oscar and Emmy Foster KittensOscar and Emmy Foster Kittens by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens” by Terri Sabol is an absolutely delightful and heartwarming children’s book that will surely captivate young readers and cat lovers alike.
What sets “Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens” apart is its ability to not only entertain but also educate young readers about the importance of animal rescue and adoption. Sabol seamlessly weaves in valuable lessons about love, compassion, and giving shelter animals a second chance.

The writing is engaging and age-appropriate, striking the perfect balance between simplicity and engaging storytelling. The book’s pacing keeps young readers intrigued, with each chapter ending in a way that leaves them eagerly anticipating what happens next.

Sabol’s love for animals shines through in the narrative, creating a heartwarming and positive atmosphere. The book is not just a story; it also serves as a tool to spark conversations about responsible pet ownership and the joy of adopting animals in need.

“Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens” is an ideal choice for parents or teachers who wish to introduce young readers to the world of animal rescue and responsible pet ownership. It beautifully showcases the bond between humans and animals, making it a perfect addition to any children’s bookshelf.
In conclusion, “Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens” is a charming and educational children’s book that flawlessly combines heartwarming storytelling with valuable life lessons. Terri Sabol’s captivating narrative, accompanied by Matt Davis’ delightful illustrations, will keep young readers engrossed while instilling a love for animals and compassion in their hearts.

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Code Dog by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Emma Samways

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Code DogCode Dog by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This follows Timmy, Arthur & Beth along with Cody the super smart dog as they look for a lost time capsule. Everyone in the town seems to want to find this time capsule, especially Mr. Dolion who has got a secret that the time capsule will reveal. There’s lots of confusing clues along the way and a monster in the woods? They must figure out all the clues and find the time capsule before Mr. Dolion does.
This is a brilliant read, I loved the characters and the super smart dog Cody. I’d highly recommend this one!

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Queen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Megan Rea

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Queen of the FairiesQueen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The illustrations in this picture book are phenomenal. They are bright, modern, and engaging and go along so well with the book. As always with Wickstrom’s books, there is a lesson to be learned and she does a wonderful job of teaching it; however, with this story, the reader does have to do a little more work on their own to figure it out. I really loved the twist at the end. This is another great book to add to my every growing collection of Wickstrom books.
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