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Opposite Day for Dinopotamus (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Felicia Bates

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Opposite Day for DinopotamusOpposite Day for Dinopotamus by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Opposite Day for Dinopotamus was another fun children’s book by Lois Wickstrom. I always admire this author’s ability to craft a fun story while instilling knowledge. While reading this with my daughter, I remembered the childhood joy of insisting it was Opposite Day and giggling when someone said or did something ridiculous. This was a fun way to teach opposites and enjoy some great illustrations.

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Opposite Day for Dinopotamus (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Opposite Day for DinopotamusOpposite Day for Dinopotamus by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars
An interesting concept to teaching children opposite words. Aimed for children ages 4-8 the colourful illustrations make it easier for them to understand and pick up. Opposite Day for Dinopotamus is interactive and interesting making learning fun for kids. Read along as Dinopotamus and children have fun with Opposite’s Day and learn as they go each in their own way.
Whilst my four year old grandson had some trouble determining opposite’s my seven year old grandson was getting the hang of it by the story ended.
As always Lois’s books are good for anyone to enjoy from family, schools and libraries just to name a few.

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Opposite Day for Dinopotamus (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Megan Rea

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Opposite Day for DinopotamusOpposite Day for Dinopotamus by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wickstrom has done it again with another cute Dinopotamus story! I absolutely adore the illustrations and how colorful yet basic they are. The way Wickstrom has introduced how opposites work is one I’ve never seen before and I think that a lot of the littles will relate to it. I also really like how she works problem-solving into her story with Dinopotamus and I really think the way Wickstrom has done this is how a kid would work through opposites as well. This is another great story to add to your ever-growing Wickstrom collection!
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Opposite Day for Dinopotamus (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Crain

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Opposite Day for DinopotamusOpposite Day for Dinopotamus by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book takes the traditional concept of opposite day and turns it on its head, literally. The story follows Dinopotamus, a curious and clever student who is excited to celebrate Opposite Day at his school.

The author, Lois Wickstrom, masterfully crafts a narrative that encourages readers to think creatively and consider the consequences of their actions. On Opposite Day, the rules are reversed, and kids get to “break” rules and disobey instructions – but only if they get it right.

The story is engaging and easy to follow, with simple language and colorful illustrations that will appeal to young readers. The protagonist, Dinopotamus, is relatable and likable, making it easy for readers to imagine themselves in his shoes.

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Opposite Day for Dinopotamus (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Opposite Day for DinopotamusOpposite Day for Dinopotamus by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“What a terrible story!” On opposite day, this means “What a terrific story!”
. Dinopotamus is learning about opposites at school. It’s an entertaining story that will bring giggles. It is a fun story. They learn about some of the different concepts. There are bright pictures and entertaining characters. It’s another fun addition to the family or classroom library.

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Opposite Day for Dinopotamus (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom

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Genre – Kids
Page Count – 22
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It’s Opposite Day at school and all the kids get easy puzzles, like fill the glass and open the door. But when the teacher asks Dinopotamus to bring her the big box, he gets nervous because he’s not your typical student. Opposite Day means you get to break rules and disobey instructions. But only if you get it right. Or maybe you need to get it wrong. But how do you know if you broke the right rules?

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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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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Flying at Recess is a story as we follow Soara along with her friends Zanie and Lulu as they have fun activities during their recess break at school. Soara not only gets to enjoy having fun with her friends but she also gets to fly!! What fun.

This story is very engaging, colorful illustrations that bring the story to life and fun to read. For ages 4+8 years or even the young at heart can enjoy this story as they read to the little ones!

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fun story. I don’t know about you but I loved daydreaming at recess. These were the types of things I’d dream off. The story is entertaining. The pictures are bright and colorful to get childrens attention. A book for the family or teacher’s library.

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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Stephanie Robb

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

This is a lovely book to introduce children to counting. I love the message in this book of treating everyone the same and embracing differences. This story has beautiful prose and lovely accompanying illustrations.

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

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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

When Wynnie finds a dragon egg she wants to raise a dragon and prove everyone wrong that they can be different. As always this was a wonderful well-written story with beautiful illustrations. Highly Recommended!!

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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Carrie Cross

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

“Dinopotamus Goes to School” by Lois Wickstrom is a delightful and imaginative children’s book that combines the excitement of learning with the magic of dinosaurs. Wickstrom crafts a story that is both educational and entertaining, making it a hit among young readers.

Wickstrom does an excellent job of weaving educational themes into the narrative, such as friendship, sharing, and curiosity, without making it feel didactic. This book stimulates the imagination and encourages empathy and social skills amongst its young readers, as they can easily relate to the characters and their experiences.

Overall, “Dinopotamus Goes to School” is a heartwarming tale perfect for reading aloud in a classroom or cozy bedtime storytelling. It’s sure to be a favorite for any child who has ever wondered about going to school or dreamed of having a dinosaur as a friend. Ideal for children aged 3 to 7, this book is a valuable addition to any young reader’s library.

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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shannen Kern

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

We have read many books by this author, but my kiddos still get excited each time I bring a new book home! The first thing that caught my attention was the simple yet fun illustrations. I love how they look like doodles created with crayons. The storyline is easy for everyone to follow as the author weaves in her life lesson again. The school children have a companion that tags along, but he’s a little different. He can do some of the things that they do, but not all of them which begins to worry him. We enjoyed this, and it sparked a great conversation between my 8- and 12-year-old. I highly recommend having this in your classroom, library, or at home to share with the young ones in your life.

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Dinopotamus Goes to School ( Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Caralee Loonat

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

Just another great kids book by this author. I really like how this author is able to bring children’s imagination to life and help enrich their learning through story. The author does a great job of entwining subjects and simplifying them for kids. I just wish that my own kids were young enough for these books I really would recommend this author’s books for anyone with young kids who wants to start a great reading habit.

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Under the Bandage by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tori Mitton

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/204343170-under-the-bandage” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Under the Bandage” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1703533348l/204343170._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/204343170-under-the-bandage”>Under the Bandage</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/6565924184″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Another cute book by Lois. Under the bandage will help your kids know why it’s important to wash and cover any owies. Learning to count to three and think of happy things when your hurt helps calm kids down. It gives you step by step knowledge of what the healing process is!
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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Carrie Reed

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cute book. The artwork and colors are beautiful and eye catching. This book is so fun in that Soara can fly, but only at recess. Her friends love that about her but miss playing with her during recess. But, Soara gets to see and experience so many things whilst flying.

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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Crystal Brehant

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

I want to first mention that I love the art in this book! I think this is the first time I have seen the author do the art herself and it’s fun! The story and illustrations are adorable. Dinopotamus wants to be just like the other kids. He is a little different though. He has to find a different way to do some of the things the kids do. My seven year old son and I both enjoyed this book.

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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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

I really loved this book. Especially cause it’s pictures are drawn. It was short and sweet. It also held my toddlers attention. I highly recommend.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Soara lives up to her name, and goes Flying at Recess. She enjoys many activities with her two best friends, but flying, that she does with the butterflies. She goes high in the sky and into far away fields. She is having so much fun she looses track of time, and has to rush to make it back before recess ends. Like many of this author’s books, it is filled with colorful illustrations. The main character has a wonderful imagination and the sky is her limit. My son (8) always enjoys these books, but often says they “don’t make sense” so perhaps geared toward younger audience with endless imaginations.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Julie Johnson

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story about Soara, Zanie, and Lulu has some very vibrant illustrations throughout. This is my favorite part of this book.

Soara is a bit unique. She can fly into the sky when she drinks flower nectar. It’s cool and all but her friends Zanie and Lulu really miss playing with her at recess. The bell rings and Soara is nowhere to be seen. Can she make it back to her seat before the teacher realizes she’s gone?

This wasn’t my favorite read by this author, who is a favorite of mine. It was a fun book but just seemed to lack the educational component that I’ve come to love with this author.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Megan Rea

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another great addition to your collection of Wickstrom books! The illustrations in this book are so vibrant and fantastic that I couldn’t stop looking at them. The story of Soara and her friends was great and as always, Wickstrom weaves in life lessons. Definitely pick this one up to add to your home library!

Reviewed by @meggs1717
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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Dinopotamus Goes to SchoolDinopotamus Goes to School by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An easy to read book for children. Dinopotamus goes to school with the children. He cannot do everything the children do, but they include him nonetheless. Dinopotamus enjoys his day at school and decides he will go back the next day. A cute book.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Flying at Recess is a magical fantasy children’s picture book where our main character Soara can fly. Lucky girl. Imagine having the ability to fly. I think everyone has thought about flying anywhere you want to go.
This whimsical tale will take the young children on an adventure soaring through the sky. All they have to do is close their eyes too to see it to.
I love the beautiful illustrations by the talented Ada Konewki. They capture the magic of Soara’s adventure and her enthusiasm to fly is enticing but the pictures invite children to use their imagination.
There is always something to learn in Lois’s stories and this one is no different.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Crain

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Not my favorite Lois Wickstrom book, but definitely still worth reading. The story follows Soara, a young girl who has the extraordinary ability to fly at recess.

The story is beautifully illustrated by Ada Konewki, whose vibrant and whimsical artwork brings the characters and their fantastical world to life. The illustrations are not only visually stunning but also expertly convey the emotions and actions of the characters.

The story itself is charming and easy to follow, with a narrative that is both engaging and accessible to early readers. The themes of friendship, exploration, and overcoming fears are woven throughout the story in a way that is both subtle and impactful.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom

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Genre – Kids, Fantasy
Page Count – 28
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Soara flies at recess.
When she flies, no one can see her—but Lulu and Zanie know right where she is. Except when she flies with the butterflies, and gets lost.
Will Soara fly back to school before the recess bell rings?

~ AMAZON ~

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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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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Hannah Porter

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

Just like the book Unicorns don’t do that, the Dinopotamus is such a fun and unique character. I love love love that the author drew the artwork for this book and that she was inclusive with the other characters she drew. Everyone has representation in the book. I love it. Dinopotamus just wants to do everything the kids do and he does it in his own way half the time lol. Another great read from author Lois Wickstrom. Look forward to reading more.

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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tausha Treadway

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

Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom. This is such a fun story for kids. Its the story of Dinopotamus and him wanting to do all the things the other kids do. When they kids all go to school he follows them. With him being larger than the other kids he can’t do all the things they do, at least not like the other kids, but he always tries and even manages doing most of them. He had so much fun he looks forward to going back tomorrow. This book teaches kids that its ok to be different and that you can usually do the same things with some modifications. Such a great lesson for kids and the illustrations are so cute as well. Add this to your child’s library today!

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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Deborah Joseph

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

Dinopotamis Goes to School is the first Lois Wickstrom book I have gotten my girls where she is the author and illustrator. While the pictures weren’t as good as the others, you can tell Lois Wickstrom put a lot of love into the story and art. I think my kids liked it best since it seemed more like art my oldest could try to copy, try being keyword. It was such a cute story and definitely for younger kids.

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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Natalia Gonzales Castrejon

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

I really enjoyed this story! I love how the Dinopotamus did everything and wanted to do everything the kids did! This is definitely a fun story I’m gonna have to show my 3 year old! I really think he would enjoy it!

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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Rita White

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This is such a great book for young children. I have read several of this authors books and they have all been fantastic to read to my granddaughter. The illustrations are fabulous as always. I really loved how the illustrations in the whole book were all in color crayons. This book teaches some lessons as do her other books. In this book, the dinosaur goes to school with the children and does everything that they do. Some of the things the children do, but the dinosaur can not because of size or other differences. Great read and vibrant colors.

Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Melissa Saxton

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

Follow the story or Dinopotamus who goes to school! He is nervous as he looks different and is a different size. He watches what the other kids do and does what they do. Sometimes he can’t always do the same things due to his size but finds he has fun anyway.
My 6 year old enjoyed reading this along with me, it was a great lesson about inclusion even when someone looks different. Also the illustrations were done in crayon which I actually found charming. Well done!

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