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Raining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Crain

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

Love the use of vocabulary (hankering, ravenous) and the entertaining story… thought it was bizarre it was in black and white .

Overall, “Raining Fish and Frogs” is a delightful children’s book that combines adventure, mystery, and fantasy into a captivating story. With its imaginative concept, well-rounded characters, and beautiful illustrations, this book is sure to be a hit with young readers. It encourages imagination, curiosity, and problem-solving skills, making it a wonderful addition to any child’s bookshelf.

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Raining Fish And Frogs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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

What do you do when you fancy trout for breakfast? You go down to Lake Fish-Or-Cut-Bait and see if you can catch something, some days you can, but some days nothing bites, even the mosquitoes who live there.

On one particular day, the wind started howling and sucked up all of the fish, frogs and eels which live in the lake, when it had sucked them all up, it set off to town where it rattled the swings, buffeted the trees and sucked up the balls from the playground, but what happens to them once they are all up in the air?

It has to rain, but this is no ordinary rain, it is raining fish and frogs! What is the phenomenon called when the wind sucks things up and rains them down again? This is an enchanting and informative book talking about the natural world in a fun filled and easy to understand way.

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Raining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shelly Kittell

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

I loved this book. What a fun way to teach about the random way that tornados/waterspouts can send frogs, etc. flying. I grew up hearing about this and often wondered how this could happen. Now, at 58, I know how, crazy. My grandson is now fascinated with this and wants to explore it more. I love the book set up. The name of the lake is funny and made us laugh during story time. If you want to know what it was, you have to read the book, I’m not telling. This author makes learning so much fun. She’s really made learning with my grandson enjoyable and brought many giggles with this new knowledge.

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Raining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

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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 fun 26-page story with bright and colourful illustrations by Janet King. The pictures bring Lois’s words to life and children as well as adults will enjoy.
Lois’s stories have messages within, and we get to share these with our children or grandchildren or those that we love. This book is aimed for kids ages 4-8 years of age. It is nice to sit with them and watch as the gears turn, and their imaginations run wild.
It’s not your usual storm. What happens when the weather changes and instead of rain other things fall from the sky. To find out you will need to grab a copy and find out.
An excellent book to enjoy on a rainy day and a perfect gift if you need one.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Raining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Raining Fish and Frogs was a fun story that can be enjoyed by the young and young at heart. My great nieces and I love Lois’ books and always look forward to what she has in store next.

Creative story-line with engaging illustrations what can possibly happen while fishing the wind picks up and sucks all the water out of the lake? Can you imagine Raining Fish and Frogs!!

This story is cute and very enjoyable and I love the creativity. Thank you Lois!!

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Raining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom

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Genre – Kids

Page Count – 24

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Nothing was biting on the shore of Lake Fish-or-Cut-Bait. Not even the mosquitoes! A ravenous wind sucked up all the water from the lake. It sucked up the fishes and the frogs too. It even sucked up  balls from the playground. Then that ravenous wind headed toward town, blowing wind through the branches, and twisting up the playground swings. When that wind could hold no more, rain started falling. It wasn’t an ordinary rain. Balls fell on the steeple and rang the bell. Fish and frogs fell on cars in the streets. A fish even fell into the janitor’s wash bucket.  It was as if breakfast was landing on people’s doorsteps.

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Lois is a former science teacher. She has written a series of science-based folktales, and turned some of them into plays. 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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This Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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This Egg Won't HatchThis Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again this author has put out an exciting learning story. So many things were discovered in this story. Science, siblings, a mothers love, as well as peer pressure. Yes, even peer pressure is amongst the Warbler and Cuckoo. This is such a cute story. It is well written and fun to read to children. So many questions to be answered as well as things to discover. This story is well rounded and complete. The pictures are self explained and cute to look at. I am looking forward to the next book put out by this author.

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This Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Megan Conley

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This Egg Won't HatchThis Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wickstrom does it again…mixing science and life-lessons in such a way that kids will be able to learn about overcoming fear while learning about birds. I love how Wickstrom is able to integrate her love for nature and science and teaching kids lessons…it’s such an amazing concept and she does it so well. I also really love the illustrations. They are bright and eye-catching and well-done. Go ahead and pick this one up to add to your collection of Lois Wickstrom books.

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Baking a Bicycle (Invisible Magic Wand Book 7) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Julie Johnson

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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

It’s Caspian’s un-birthday again. This year he tells Grandpa that he’d like a bike. When Caspian opens his gift, it’s an envelope of Baking Up Dust. Whatever will he do with this and how is this going to create a bike that he so desperately desires?

Another cute read by a favorite author. The illustrations are also very well done, full of vibrant colors. This story will allow the reader to use their imagination to create this bike and celebrate another un-birthday in style!!

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This Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Julie Johnson

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This Egg Won't HatchThis Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another great read by Lois Wickstrom!

Mama Warbler is sitting on her nest keeping the eggs warm. One day, those eggs start to hatch and Mama is so excited to see her new youngins. The first one to hatch is much too big to be a warbler. She’s a cuckoo who’s mom laid her in the warbler’s nest. All the other eggs hatch but one. She’s known as the Timid Chick. She just wants to stay in her shell and when Mama Warbler is away gathering food, the Cuckoo started bullying and discouraging her from ever hatching. The Cuckoo then kicks Timid Chick out of the nest one day while Mama is away. Things have a whole new perspective after that for Timid Chick.

This is a great book for kids to learn how to stand up to bullies. It’s also great for teaching kids that it’s ok to be timid but that by doing so, they may be missing out. It’s an encouraging read that is also intended to help build up confidence in those who may not have as much as others. It’s ok to be timid but let’s work on building up courage and confidence!

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Baking a Bicycle (Invisible Magic Wand Book 7) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shelly Kittell

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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

The best unbirthday present ever! Oh, if only we could make bikes like that. I loved this story. Caspian and Grandpa have the best adventures. They are so creative and fun. Imagination is the key to it. Bright and colorful illustrations and I love the baking dust. Such a fun story, you really have to read it.

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Baking a Bicycle (Invisible Magic Wand Book #7) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Hayes

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Baking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book SevenBaking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book Seven by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

Baking A Bicycle is the seventh book in the Invisible Magic Wand series by Lois Wickstrom. Right from the get-go this book grabs your attention with the bright and interesting illustrations that accompany the storyline. It’s Caspian’s unbirthday again- and this time Caspian bakes a bicycle. How, you might ask. Well, follow along on this cute little adventure and find out. Caspian and Grandpa always have interesting adventures together and this was one of the more ‘fun’ ones.
This is a cute children’s story that has bright and colourful illustrations, fun, educational elements/lessons, and a touch of fantasy. As with the other books in this series, it is a slightly quirky tale that proved to be quite engaging- feeding both the imagination, as well providing a few lessons along the way.
Suitable for children aged 4 to 8.
The series consists of:
-The Empty Box (Book #1)
-Things Are Shaking (Book #2)
-Caspian’s Unbirthday (Book #3)
-The Sneaky Kitten (Book #4)
-The Know-It-All Kitten (Book #5)
-The Mind-Reading Hat (Book #6)
-Baking A Bicycle (Book #7)
As you can see, there are plenty of adventures to take with Caspian and Grandpa.
Happy reading!

Thank you, Lois Wickstrom!

 

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Baking a Bicycle (Invisible Magic Wand Book 7) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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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 have read other Caspian books, and we always love them. He is 7 and I read this book to him, because he was a little overwhelmed with how many words were on each page. I thought this book was super creative and magical. Caspian and his grandpa celebrate is UnBirthday. This year he asked for a bicycle, but his UnBirthday gifts are never anything normal. I love that Caspian had to plan how to make his wish come true, and had to put in some hard work to make it happen. The illustrations are colorful and fun. Great story for young readers.

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Baking a Bicycle (Invisible Magic Wand Book 7) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Crain

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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

Another Lois Wickstrom picture book that doesn’t disappoint! Baking a Bicycle is a whimsical story that sparks the imagination. The use of wordplay creates a light and playful tone throughout the story. I enjoyed the unique premise of the story, which involves a boy who wants a bicycle and is confused when his family gives him something else.

The illustrations are commended for their bright and vivid colors, which complement the lighthearted nature of the text. I was impressed by the attention to detail in the illustrations, which added an extra layer of depth to the story.

The book is a fun and entertaining read that would appeal to both children and adults. The book has a valuable message about finding creative solutions to disappointment to find a joyous journey at the end.

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This Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Alyssa McLean

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This Egg Won't HatchThis Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The illustrations were cute and the story flowed nicey. The story reminds us that it’s important not to trust everyone. It teaches us that trust should go hand in hand with a bit of caution, and we should be aware that not everyone we come across has our best interests at heart. My 4 year old was pretty upset about the cuckoo birds actions and as a result didnt enjoy the book much after that. It may be suited best to older kids.

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Baking a Bicycle (Invisible Magic Wand Book 7) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Baking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book SevenBaking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book Seven by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Baking a Bicycle is the seventh wonderful tale in the Invisible Magic Wand series an original and imaginative tale for children between the ages of 6 to 8 years.
It is a delightful, and fun fantasy story. My grandsons were entertained and engaged and loved looking at the colourful illustrations.
It is another UnBirthday adventure for Capsian and his exciting gifts from his quirky Grandpa.
If you want to know what happens with the Baking Up Dust and Caspians wish for a bicycle, then you need to grab a copy and a snuggle buddy or two and journey along with the adventure.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Baking a Bicycle ( Invisible Magic Wand Book 7 ) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Caralee Loonat

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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

Another good book from this author for kids. I really enjoy how this author brings learning to children and makes the stories fun and enjoyable. I really do wish my children were smaller and could enjoy these books by this author. I am sure when I finally do have grandchildren that they also will find joy in this author’s stories. The author is able to bring subjects to kids in a very creative way that helps develop their imaginations and influence learning. I really do highly recommend this author’s books and will definitely be reading more from her.

Reviewed by @caraleeloonat

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Baking a Bicycle (Invisible Magic Wand Book 7) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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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

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Baking a Bicycle is Book 7 in the Invisible Magic Wand books and it is a wonderful story that can be enjoyed by the young and young at heart. My great nieces and I loved what Caspian and his grandfather have in store yet again!

What can be better than asking for a bicycle on your unbirthday? Of course baking a bicycle instead as Caspian and grandfather mix up some ingredients…what will come about?

Fun and engaging story with wonderful illustrations. Highly recommended.

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Baking a Bicycle (Invisible Magic Wand Book 7) by Lois Wickstrom

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Caspian wants a bicycle.
 He asks Grandpa if he can have one for his Unbirthday. Grandpa reminds him that Unbirthday presents are never anything he expects. When Caspian opens his special box, he finds an envelope of Baking Up Dust.
 Can he bake a bicycle?

~ AMAZON ~

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Lois is a former science teacher. She has written a series of science-based folktales, and turned some of them into plays. 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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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Stephanie Robb

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters)My Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This fun story takes an unusual spin on the monster under the bed idea. It’s a fun inclusive story with incredible illustrations. Any child would love this fun and fast-paced story (I would have loved a monster under the bed like this).

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review By Heather Bass

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My Big Red MonsterMy Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have read a few of these authors’ books to my niece and she loves them. This book teaches you how to face your fears with a cute little monster. My niece loves that the pictures for the story go so well with each other. She loves all the bright colors that make the story fun.
This little girl is afraid that there is a monster under her bed. She goes to bed that night and a red monster comes out and tries to get her. What will she do? This has a very cute ending.
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This Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Hayes

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This Egg Won't HatchThis Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3 Stars

 

This Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom is a cute children’s story that has a lesson on overcoming fear. This could almost be a ‘companion’ book to “Just One More Egg”- as they have the same style illustrations, and the same Warbler ‘family’, nest, and feel- as the other.
The classic watercolour illustrations which accompany the story help to bring the story to life and engage the reader.
Again, what happens when a cuckoo lays her egg in a warbler nest? What happens when the all the chicks hatch, except for one? What happens to the last egg? You really should read the story if you want to find out…
Happy reading!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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This Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shelly Kittell

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This Egg Won't HatchThis Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beautiful story about mothers and babies. Lovely illustrations.

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Elisha Johnson

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My Big Red MonsterMy Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom- 4 out of 5 stars

My Big Red Monster is a cute children’s book about a girl who is scared of the monster that lives under her bed. She eventually discovers that he is not scary. They go on adventures and learn how to conquer fear. This book helps teach kids that things are not always as they appear. I recommend this book.

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Ayla Phipps

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters)My Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I honestly love Lois Wickstrom’s children’s books not just for my kids but for me. They are always so nicely illustrated and such wonderful stories that have a neat little twist. I know as a mom of two little boys I would love to have a monster under my bed that has to do whatever task I tell him to do, that does it in a whirl and it’s done. The ending made me hope that another book would be about the girl’s brother finding the “they don’t exist” monster under his bed. Lol

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kay Stritesky

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My Big Red MonsterMy Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

My daughter always loves these books! There are such a cute read and always age appropriate. Its a bonus how much I enjoy them as an adult!

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Donya Pedigo

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters)My Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another cute fast read by Lois Wickstrom! It is packed with bright, colorful, detailed illustrations that help you visualize the scenes and get more involved in the story. The Giants and Monsters Series Books can be read as standalone, but they are all cute and entertaining, so I’d suggest reading them all. This is the third in the series.

My Big Red Monster is a fun children’s story about a girl who is afraid of the monster under her bed. After the monster taunts her about doing bad things unless she gives him jobs to do, she finally confronts the monster and stands up to him, allowing herself to overcome her fear. She then sends the monster to her brother’s room, because he didn’t believe her when she told him she had a monster under the bed, so hopefully now he will see for himself.

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Megan Conley

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters)My Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the story of a girl and the big, red monster that lives under her bed. Her brother doesn’t believe that there’s a monster under her bed, but there is! She finally gains the courage to face the monster and she has to give his tasks in order for him not to eat her. She makes him do all of her chores and then when there’s nothing left for him to do; she stands up to the monster and sends him over to her brothers room. I really love the illustrations in this book…they are bright and funny. This is an adaptation of a Hindu teaching tale and I think that Wickstrom does a nice job. I always love how Wickstrom is able to weave lessons into her children’s books in ways that kids are going to be able to grasp and understand. This is a great addition to any bookshelf!

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters)My Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom. This is my favorite children’s author and she’s done it again with this cute read. Its the story a little girl who is afraid of the big red monster under her bed. Her brother thinks she’s dumb and doesn’t believe her. The monster tells her he won’t attack her if she will give him jobs to do and keep him busy. That is easy at first but becomes harder and harder. The morale of the story is becoming friends with people who are difficult to be friends with and to conquer your fears. Its such a great book I’m planning on getting a couple for Christmas gifts. Such a talented author!

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