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Quick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days by Kim Ann, Yobe Qiu – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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Quick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days - Positive Affirmations for Happy ChildrenQuick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days – Positive Affirmations for Happy Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In everybody’s life, we experience negativity, but there is no reason why we can’t all use some positivity and affirmations to create a good start to the day.

This book makes it easy for children to do just that, it has an easy-to-read affirmation for each letter of the alphabet and fun illustrations to go with them.

It is easy to understand and will build confidence both mentally and educationally with some great words in the phrases created that all ages could enjoy.

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Quick Affirmations for Children (Quick Affirmations Series) by Kim Ann & Yobe Qiu – Review by Deb Robinson

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Quick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days - Positive Affirmations for Happy ChildrenQuick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days – Positive Affirmations for Happy Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a great way to start the conversation with young ones on how to be positive in our thinking about ourselves and others. Wonderful illustrations to keep young ones interested and talking about each page. Great reminder of the alphabet as well as discussion openers on each page. Very cute and poignant book.

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Quick Affirmations for Children (Quick Affirmations Series) by Kim Ann & Yobe Qiu – Review by Chrissy Spulak

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Quick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days - Positive Affirmations for Happy ChildrenQuick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days – Positive Affirmations for Happy Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I read this book along with my three-year-old, and we both love it! This has become one of her go-to books that she will request at any time of day. I love the concept of affirmations using the alphabet, and the illustrations are vibrant and eye-catching. I will read each page, and she will echo each affirmation loud and proud! My favorite part of the book is the discussion each page can provoke. For example, if it says “I am helpful to others,” we can then talk about a time she was helpful to someone that day or things she could do TO be helpful. Just the other night, she got to pick what we had for dinner. I told her that was a wonderful idea (spaghetti!) and she replied, “I have UNIQUE ideas!” And my heart melted…So, it promotes vocabulary, too! I whole-heartedly recommend this book. It is delightful and a breath of fresh air for anyone of any age! Five stars!

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Raining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Katie Matthews

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Raining Fish and FrogsRaining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Raining Fish and Frogs is another interesting children’s book from Lois Wickstrom. Its an introduction to different weathers but in a fun and engaging way for children. The story is accompanied by some beautiful illustrations that are sure to capture children’s interest from the start. There’s a great science project at the end of the book too – something we’ve come to expect from this author. I’m sure little enquiring minds would be wanting to find out more about whether a tornado can in fact suck up fish and frogs!

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Quick Affirmations for Children (Quick Affirmations Series) by Kim Ann & Yobe Qiu – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Quick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days - Positive Affirmations for Happy ChildrenQuick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days – Positive Affirmations for Happy Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a fun positive read! It is easy to read and using the alphabet to put these positive thoughts out there. I could see using one a day. There also are cute pictures with correlate with the affirmations. I can see kids of all ages enjoying reading this alone or having it read to them and discussed. Happy I stumbled across this one!

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Quick Affirmations for Children (Quick Affirmations Series) by Kim Ann & Yobe Qiu – Review by Trish Ann

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Quick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days - Positive Affirmations for Happy ChildrenQuick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days – Positive Affirmations for Happy Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This would be a beautiful tool for kids. As a teacher and a mother, there are great lessons and affirmations for useful conversations with kids. I find that kids need reminders of positivity since they are sponges of environmental factors. I think this would be something of importance in developing children with empathy and high self esteem.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Katie Matthews

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really nice read and full of such positivity. The story is aimed at Asian boys as the title suggests but I think if read in a setting all of the children who might listen to this could benefit from some of the positive messages that come across in the book. The story is beautifully illustrated and would definitely capture the interest of young children.

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Quick Affirmations for Children (Quick Affirmations Series) by Kim Ann & Yobe Qiu – Review by Jennifer Ramos

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Quick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days - Positive Affirmations for Happy ChildrenQuick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days – Positive Affirmations for Happy Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoy reading different kinds of affirmation books, quotes, journals, etc. They are such good and important reminders to us all during our busy hectic lives. Children also need their own affirmations so they can develop a mindset to support their own things once they are older and in times of need.
This book is an absolutely amazing choice for children. All children should receive a copy of this book when they are starting school. For them to learn and implement kindness, generosity and most importantly self-care is such an essential and integral part of their development. This is a great bedtime reading book. I need to calm down for a moment reading and even for teachers to have this book in their classrooms. Children should be given a physical copy of this book as it has such beautiful illustrations of many different types of children in so many scenarios as well as blank pages in the back of the book to write other great sayings and affirmations.

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Baking a Bicycle (Invisible Magic Wand Book 7) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

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Baking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book SevenBaking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book Seven by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely love this series! This book is filled with wonderful illustrations and a great story that adults and children can enjoy. In this book, the boy uses magic to bake a bike. It was such a cute story that I enjoyed reading. I cannot wait to read this book with my best friends’ child. Ever since I discovered this author, I have read these books with him and he looks forward to them. I cannot wait to read more books by this author!!

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Quick Affirmations for Children (Quick Affirmations Series) by Kim Ann & Yobe Qiu – Review by Gillian Fawell

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Quick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days - Positive Affirmations for Happy ChildrenQuick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days – Positive Affirmations for Happy Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Not only does this beautiful book contain many inspiring affirmations for young children, it also links them to the alphabet which has multiple benefits! It helps children to learn the alphabet and alphabetical order but also helps children who already know the alphabet to better remember the affirmations as they can link them to the relevant letters. The affirmations are simple but beautiful and creative. Definitely a great book for the whole family!

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Raining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Laura Jones

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first children;s book by this author. I look forward to seeing what is next for them. This is a positive story about culture and being proud of who you are. I enjoyed the story and the growth of the characters. It brings positivity to a difficult subject for some. A positive look at culture and it being okay to be different. I enjoyed the illustrations and how much they add to the story. I think that any child would enjoy reading this book and learning from it. I enjoyed reading this book and I highly recommend it.

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Raining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Alyssa McLean

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Raining Fish and FrogsRaining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute book. My 4 year old liked it. He didnt mind that the pictures were black and white. He asked if a tornado could drop toys on our house. The science note at the end was interesting and a nice addition.

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Kneading a Winning Idea by Terri Sabol – Review by Crystal Brehant

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Kneading a Winning IdeaKneading a Winning Idea by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a very cute story about not giving up. Sometimes, you have to fail a few times in order to succeed. You learn that in some cases, you have to look at something in a whole new way. You also learn that inspiration can come from the most unexpected places. A lot of morals to this adorable story!

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Raining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Emily H

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Raining Fish and FrogsRaining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

While nothing is biting at Lake Fish-or-Cut-Bait, the weather is aggressively changing everything as one fisherman is hoping to catch a fish. See what happens to the fish, frogs and other surprising elements when a storm lands in town.

This was filled with the cycle of a tornado and the science behind it’s form. I think kids will be intrigued and find this book entertaining.

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Baking a Bicycle (Invisible Magic Wand Book 7) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Crystal Brehant

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Baking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book SevenBaking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book Seven by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My son and I always enjoy reading Lois Wickstrom books. This one was another book in the Invisible Wand series. It’s a fun magical series about a boy and his grandpa celebrating the boys Unbirthday. Caspian wants a bicycle. But, You don’t get normal gifts for an UNbirthday! What will they cook up this time?!

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Quick Affirmations for Children (Quick Affirmations Series) by Kim Ann & Yobe Qui – Review by Jessie Hopkins

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This is such a fun book. I loved the messages that it gives to children and my daughter enjoyed the illustrations. It sparked good conversation with her regarding why affirmations are important and how hearing herself say those things made her feel.
It is another way to make the alphabet fun and interactive.
Definitely recommend to anyone with children.

The Christmas Carousel (The Brass Ring Series Book 2) by K. L. Small – Review by Donya Pedigo

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The Christmas Carousel (The Brass Ring Series, Book 2)The Christmas Carousel by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This second installment reunites us with Russell aka Rusty as Christmas fast approaches and he tries to find the perfect gift to give to his grandfather since he was so kind to give him the magical brass ring that makes any carousel come to life allowing him to live numerous adventures. Unfortunately for Rusty everything takes money so he needs to earn some.

Hoping the various animals on Santa’s Christmas Carousel can help him find a gift he begins saving money to ride it. As he rides the carousel he encounters different animals stories and different aspects of Christmas that they have witnessed. Still trying to find a gift for his grandfather each animals story draws him one step further into learning the true meaning of Christmas. Is Christmas really in a store bought gift or is it in the hearts and faith of men, women, and children everywhere?

K. L. Small has outdone herself with this magical Christmas tale that will resonate with so many readers. This story is a definite favorite of mine and I can not wait til my grandchild gets older to read it to them.

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The Magic Carousel (The Brass Ring Series Book 1) by K. L. Small – Review by Donya Pedigo

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The Magic Carousel (The Brass Ring #1)The Magic Carousel by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a wonderful magical read that you don’t want to miss. This book has it all magic, historical knowledge, adventure, time travel, and a brave 10 year old learning to trust himself and believe in himself as he faces adversity.

Feeling almost neglected Russell is forced to move to the unfinished basement of his home, because his grandfather has come to live with them. He is already feeling bad and his grades are slipping when he has to deal with his former friend now bullying him on a daily basis. The last thing Russell wants to do is babysit his grandfather by walking him to the park carousel everyday, but his mother insists. When Russell tells his grandfather that he can’t take him to the park anymore his grandfather picks two carousel horses for them to ride and shares with Russell the magic of the brass ring!

K. L. Small has written an imaginative captivating book that will capture the hearts of readers everywhere, me included. Your imagination and spark will light up as you read this book causing you to dream and get excited! I can’t wait to see what’s instore next for our brave 10 year old and his adorable grandfather with his eccentric stories!

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Baking a Bicycle (Invisible Magic Wand Book 7) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tori Mitton

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/123985221-baking-a-bicycle” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Baking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book Seven” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1680051476l/123985221._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/123985221-baking-a-bicycle”>Baking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book Seven</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/6014320946″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Caspian wanted a bicycle for his un irthday. Grandpa left an envelope of magic. Caspian finds the recipe for everything him and grandpa need to bake a bicycle. They bake each part one at a time and sprinkle magic dust on each part.<br />This was absolutely adorable, me and my kiddo love the unbirthday
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The Christmas Carousel (The Brass Ring Series Book 2) by K. L. Small – Review by Brandy Rymer

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The Christmas Carousel (The Brass Ring Series, Book 2)The Christmas Carousel by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a wonderful continuation to The Brass Ring Series. I loved that this book picks up right around the time that we had left off in the first book of this series, not leaving us waiting any longer to hear more about Rusty and Grandpa. This book is such an amazing read, it has action, adventure, feel-good moments, and lessons to learn about the benefits of doing good deeds. I love the beautiful bond that is built within this series between a boy and his grandfather, and the joy that they get to share in their bonds over a mysterious brass ring. The tales that they both share from their experiences and the love that they develop are so magical all in themselves. I highly recommend this book series to anyone young or old, who enjoys a story that takes them to mythical times and places, where anything is possible, and choices made do not go unrewarded. The descriptions within the book are so detailed, that it’s easy to draw a picture within your mind as if you are the main character experiencing all of the magic around you. I love the illustrations as well; they are such a nice touch to bring the story to life. What a great book to read during this holiday season!
@Brandy Rymer
11/2023

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Raining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

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Raining Fish and FrogsRaining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Raining Fish and Frogs is a story that introduces some aspects of science in a silly way. It starts with a person wanting fried trout for breakfast, and to get this he has to fish for his breakfast. Nothing was biting, but a freakish wind came along and sucked up all the water from the lake. The wind and “tornado” like thing got stronger and headed for the town. When the funnel couldn’t hold another thing, it started to rain, but it started to rain all the things is sucked up. Fish and frogs started falling from the sky, water even filled the lake once again. However, what would you know, a fish landed right in front of the person’s home and fried fish for breakfast was now possible. The science portion, at the end of the book, talks about how tornados work. This was a cute book that kids would find silly, and funny, but also informative. The illustrations were also really cute.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was an uplifting book that promoted positive affirmation in Asian boys (although the affirmation can be used for any culture). Throughout the book, an Asian boy talks about all the great things he is and can do. He talks about being bold, brave, big-hearted, etc. that would help any child bring joy and words of kindness to themselves. I loved how the book didn’t provide this boy with a problem at the beginning to overcome, the book goes straight into a self-love mentality which I am here for. If you have a son or boy who is feeling down on themselves, this could be a great read for encouragement, especially for Asian boys. The illustrations are cute too.

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Quick Affirmations for Children (Quick Affirmations Series) by Kim Ann & Yobe Qiu – Review by Alyssa McLean

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a cute and positive book for kids. We’ve read it multiple times already. My son already remembers what some of the lines will be and says them before I can. The illustrations are bright and colorful and it was fun for him to see characters from the authors’ other books. It was great to read this to him and teach him more empowering and positive ways to think about himself.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Alyssa McLean

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I Am a Bold Asian Boy is a enjoyable and uplifting children’s book that introduces the power of affirmations in a simple and fun way. The illustrations are bright, colorful, and bring the affirmations to life. My son was hooked by the dragon on the first page. I loved reading this to my son and being able to teach him more empowering and positive ways to think about himself and others.

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Baking a Bicycle (Invisible Magic Wand Book 7) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Sarah King

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Baking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book SevenBaking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book Seven by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was another hit with my niece and nephews; Wickstrom is one of their favorite others. They love the invisible wand series and can’t ever wait to see what new adventure Caspian is going to have on his unbirthday. I would recommend this book to others; it’s well written and illustrated.

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The Christmas Carousel (The Brass Ring Series Book 2) by K. L. Small – Review by Jennifer Reimer

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The Christmas Carousel (The Brass Ring Series, Book 2)The Christmas Carousel by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is all about the meaning of Christmas. Rusty is an incredible boy that wants to save money to buy Christmas presents for his family so is doing things like shoveling snow from his neighbor’s driveway. Rusty loved the carousel but it’s not open because its wintertime. So, finding a toy one that he can use, rusty goes on some amazing adventures and takes rides on every animal with a different message about Christmas. This book was very well written and made you feel like you were going on this adventure and rides along with rusty. The story has a wonderful feel and creates wonderful imagines and a story in your head. Its such a great story highly recommend.

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Kneading a Winning Idea by Terri Sabol – Review by Hannah Porter

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Kneading a Winning IdeaKneading a Winning Idea by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After reading a couple other books by this author. I just had to pick up this one also, I always really enjoy reading Terri Sabol stories. The lessons she writes about help people of all ages, from pet loss, feeling envious, to this book where it’s about never giving up 🥰. It is about trying and failing, then picking yourself up and trying again, Trying different ways until you find the best solution for you.
You know I just have to try that recipe at the end 🤣😍

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The Christmas Carousel (The Brass Ring Series Book 2) by K. L. Small – Review by Amber Howard

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The Christmas Carousel (The Brass Ring Series, Book 2)The Christmas Carousel by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another great story! I loved it more than the first one. Rusty is such a great kid. His character is so relatable. He’s struggling with his grandpa having Alzheimer’s, his father losing his job and understanding the true meaning of Christmas. I think the author did an amazing job tying in the religious traditions of Christmas with the secular traditions of Christmas. It was well written. My adult self teared up at some of the adventures Rusty experienced. It was heartwarming, meaningful and a great reminder of what’s important. I cannot wait to read this to my little one. Oh and the glossary and explanations at the end is great for kids to understand topics they may not know about.

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Raining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Megan Pesek

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Raining Fish and FrogsRaining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Forget raining cats and dogs, Lois Wickstrom took an odd natural phenomenon, a waterspout, and made it into a fun story about raining fish and frogs! The illustrations are just as much fun as the text. My children laughed throughout the story and asked many questions afterwards. Be sure to read Raining Fish and Frogs when you have time to look for actual pictures of waterspouts, entertain questions about natural phenomena, and preform science experiments!

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