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Posts Tagged ‘Title G’
Monday, August 30th, 2010
 + + + The Gobble Gobble Moooooo Tractor Book
Author: Jez Alborough
Reading level: Ages 4-8
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: Kane/Miller Book Publishers (June 15, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1935279661
ISBN-13: 978-1935279662
Book description: While Farmer Dougal sleeps, Sheep and his friends board the tractor and take turns making engine sounds. But what if their loud honks, moos and squeaks wake the farmer!?
Book review: Giggle away with this one! Imagine right along with the animals as they play with the farmer’s tractor and have fun making all the different animal noises. A nice twist on the usual ‘animal sounds’ books. I got a real kick out of the animals begging to please play the game again with their little cheesy grins. This book is both fun and funny.
Tags: Ages 4-6, Ages 4-8, animals, Author last name A, farm, fun, funny, imagination, kindergarten, preschool, Recommended titles, Title G
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Friday, August 6th, 2010
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+ + + + Grizzly Dad
Author: Joanna Harrison
Reading level: Ages 4-8
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: David Fickling Books (May 12, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0385751737
ISBN-13: 978-0385751735
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Book description: Everyone knows that sometimes dads can be grumpy and grouchy and grizzly. . . .
Dad woke up in a grizzly mood. All morning he groaned and grizzled and grumped. And then he went back to bed! But when I pulled back the covers to see how he was, it wasn’t Dad in bed at all . . . it was a GREAT BIG GRIZZLY BEAR! I should have been frightened but the grumpy look on his face reminded me of someone. . . .
This is the story of how one little boy looks after a very grizzly bear for the day. He brushes his fur (and his smelly teeth!), lets him forage in the fridge, and then they zoom into town in a bright red sports car for the best day out ever! At home they have honey sandwiches and a big bear hug, and when Mum gets home, everything is back to normal. Or is it?
Book review: EXCELLENT. This book shows the fun side of even the grumpiest dad. Loved the humorous illustrations depicting a busy family household and a dad that can get on his hands and knees and play with his kiddo. Fun and imaginative. Loved the look on Dad’s face when he turns into an actual bear. Grown-ups will enjoy this one as much as the kids.
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Tags: Ages 4-8, Author last name H, bears, family, fun, Highly Recommended titles, humor, Title G
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Monday, May 24th, 2010
 + + + Girl in The Know – Your Inside and Outside Guide to Growing Up
Author: Anne Katz, R.N., Ph.D.
Illustrator: Monika Melnychuk
Reading level: Ages 9-12
Hardcover: 112 pages
Publisher: Kids Can Press, Ltd. (March 1, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1554533031
ISBN-13: 978-1554533039
Book description: With a relaxed, conversational approach, Girl in the Know is a straight-talking little manual packed with everything a girl should know about the many changes she can expect in puberty and how to make her way through it all as smoothly as possible.
But there’s way more than just the body basics the book is divided into three main sections (Your Body, Your Mind and Taking Care) where girls will find advice on their sexuality, mood swings, crushes, health and much more.
Book review: This book presents itself as informational and does a great job of covering most of the basics of puberty and adolsecence in a matter-of-fact way. It is a secular viewpoint, so a word of caution: In the Your Body section same-sex attraction and masturbation are touched upon and may not reflect all parental views. Though these are very minor parts of one section of the book, some parents may want a heads up.
What’s missing? While periods and symptoms are discussed, nothing whatsoever is said about the signs of fertility which a girl may also wonder about and want information on as she experiences them.
The section on Your Mind is particularly good and hits on the topics of friends and bullying as well as balancing your life with rest and relaxation, creating a well-balanced life. The Section on Taking Care does a great job covering nutrition, exercise and hygiene.
All-in-all this a great book that would make an excellent part of a kit/basket that some mothers like to make up for their daughters welcoming them to womanhood. (Kits can include hygiene products, pampering items like lotion and body scrub and CHOCOLATE!)
Tags: adolescence, Ages 9-12, Author last name K, girls, health, hygiene, puberty, Recommended titles, Title G
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Monday, March 22nd, 2010
 + + + Good Night, Little Bunny: A Touch-and-Feel Bedtime Story
Author: Jane Yolen
Illustrator: Sam Williams
Board book: 12 pages
Publisher: Little Simon; Brdbk edition (January 26, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1416983015
ISBN-13: 978-1416983019
Book description: Follow a little bunny as he puts on his pj’s, brushes his teeth, and gets ready for bed. Discover touch-and-feel elements throughout this board book.
Book review: A sweet story with rhyming text and touching illustrations. A definite keep for bedtime story time. Your little one will love feeling the different textures (soft bunny, scratchy toothbrush, cotton bedspread, slippery moon…).
Tags: Ages 0-4, animals, Author last name Y, bedtime story, board book, bunnies, Highly Recommended titles, Title G
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Monday, March 1st, 2010
 + + + Gold Dragon Codex
Author: R. D. Henham
Reading level: Ages 9-12
Hardcover: 256 pages
Publisher: Mirrorstone (January 12, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0786953489
ISBN-13: 978-0786953486
Book description: Unlock the secret of the gold dragon…
When the blue dragon Lazuli threatens to destroy Sandon’s village of Hartfall, Sandon vows to locate the legendary gold dragon, once Hartfall’s sworn protector, and convince it to return. Sandon finds the gold dragon’s lair–only to stumble on a secret that throws everything he thought he knew about his home and his family into question. Filled with everything readers love about dragons–power, action, and intrigue–this tale shows what one boy can accomplish when he finds the strength of a dragon lies within himself.
Book review: The Gold Dragon Codex is a touching last story of the dragon codex series. Like the other Dragon Codex books, the Gold Dragon Codex has its own story to it so you do not have to read all the other books, you can just read and enjoy.
Here’s the breakdown:
Hook/Setting: The opening is decent. I like that it gives the history of the valley and the setting is well-established.
Character(s): The protagonist (Sandon) is a kind-hearted young boy who has admirable character traits such as honesty, loyalty, and courage. The other characters that Sandon meets are well developed and help bring the story together.
Events/Plot: The plot is well thought out and has a many unexpected turns in it. Not all the characters are what they seem to be. Henham keeps readers on their toes.
Reader Excitability/Presentation: I like that Henham has unexpected twists in the story and a seemingly unsolveable mystery. This book is definitely recommended to Dragon Codex fans.
Review by N.C., 15-yrs old.
Tags: adventure, Ages 9-12, Author last name H, Dragon Codex, Dragon Codices, dragons, fantasy, Recommended titles, Title G
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Monday, November 30th, 2009
 * * * Action Files: Gladiators
Author: Rupert Matthews
Reading level: Ages 4-8
Spiral-bound: 24 pages
Publisher: Silver Dolphin Books; Spi edition (September 29, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1592239315
ISBN-13: 978-1592239313
Book description: In ancient Rome, gladiators entertained audiences by battling each other — sometimes to the death. Talk about awesome action! Action Files: Gladiators introduces children to the colorful history of these brave warriors. The book brings history to life, explaining and illustrating the different types of gladiators, their armor and weapons, and much more. The 3-D lenticular cover, detailed fact book, information cards, reusable stickers, giant pull-out poster, and activities combine to make this an educational and entertaining read. An online component lets readers expand the fun onto the Internet.
Book review: WOW. Talk about everything you can imagine at your fingertips. This is the ultimate resource for the topic and a surefire way to engage your child in the study of gladiators. Between the illustrations, the numerous facts and the interactive items like stickers, cards and a helmet your child can construct you’ll spend hours learning about gladiators. As a homeschooling mom I find this book quite inspirational in planning a thematic unit around gladiators.
Tags: Ages 4-8, Ages 9-12, Author last name M, gladiators, historical, Outstanding titles, Title A, Title G
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Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009
 * * Green Dragon Codex
Author: R.D. Henham
Reading level: Ages 9-12
Hardcover: 256 pages
Publisher: Mirrorstone (June 9, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0786951451
ISBN-13: 978-0786951451
Book description: When ten-year-old Scamp Weaver finds a locked chest in a forest clearing, he feels like his life is finally about to change for the better. But he doesn’t bargain for just how much change the chest will bring. Inside he finds a dragon egg and a mysterious ancient scroll, which set Scamp and his best friend Dannika off on a harrowing adventure, chased by dragon hunters who want the contents of the chest for themselves. Life gets ever more complicated when the baby green dragon hatches. Will this cute, mischievous hatchling really grow up to be an evil green dragon?
Book review: Very original, humorous, suspenseful and good for young readers. I really enjoyed the humor – if you liked the other dragon codices, you’ll really like this one.
- N.C., age 15
Tags: adventure, Ages 9-12, Author last name H, Dragon Codex, Dragon Codices, dragons, fantasy, Highly Recommended titles, Title G
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