Presidents' Day

I purchased this kid book spontaneously thinking it was going to be non-fiction. It turns out that it is hybrid, if you will. It gives facts about presidents through a fictional story. I'm pleased. Overall I think it is a good introduction to the holiday for young children. We used this storybook for kids during our Presidents' Day weekly theme, but you can use it for any patriotic holiday. Great story for the kids. It is nice to have different stories for the little ones to read for each of the holidays. This children's book is for kids reading levels ages 4-8. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Learning To Slow Down & Pay Attention: A Book for Kids About ADHD

I wish we had found this kids book when we first got the diagnosis of ADHD. There is so much information in this book that even the doctors do not cover. It was very helpful in explaining some behaviors that we did not know were related to the disease. Another great feature of this kids book is that the information was broken down into categories. When it was directed to the child it was in terms the child could easily understand and relate to. It is an outstanding source of information and should be required reading for families. This kids book is for children's reading levels ages 6-11. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other kids books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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The Popcorn Dragon

This new edition of the much-loved kid story of Dexter, a young dragon who loses all his friends when he shows off blowing smoke rings, retains its charm despite the pointed moral. McCue's new full-color illustrations capture the whimsical mood of the fable. The animals, although a bit too coy, have appealing human-like expressions which convey their envy and contempt. Dexter is a small creature with whom youngsters will readily identify. The resolution, in which he wins back his friends by sharing with them his new found ability to pop the corn straight from the husks, will thoroughly delight a new generation of children. This children's book is for kids reading levels ages 4-8. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Hot Fudge

It is great to see an early reader version of the popular "Bunnicula" chapter book series. Young readers are sure to become hooked on the beginner chapter books after reading the misadventures of these hilarious animals. Harold, a shaggy dog that belongs to the Monroe family, narrates the story about the day he and his fellow mates, Chester the cat and Howie the dog are in charge of guarding the house, especially the fresh-baked homemade fudge. As they awaken from a nap to a loud bang they discover a tray of fudge has turned white, while another one is missing. They suspect Bunnicula, the vampire bunny, who is locked in his cage and has tricked them in the past. When they discover the second tray of fudge is gone, they must chase and catch the thief. This is part of the "Ready-To-Read", Level 3 series. The Level 3 readers are described for children who are "reading proficiently" and have "rich vocabulary, more challenging stories, and longer chapters." The engaging plot will have readers craving more of the "Bunnicula" series. This children's book is for kids reading levels ages 6-8. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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The Curse of the Bologna Sandwich

Is Los Angeles ready for its newest superhero that just graduated from Superhero Academy? Melvin Beederman receives his first assignment, which takes him to Los Angeles to fight crime. As he settles into his hideout and job, Melvin reveals his strengths and weaknesses as a superhero who must abide by the Superhero code. What is a superhero without a sidekick? Through the mix up of capes, learn how Candace Brinkwater becomes his assistant crime fighter. The dynamic duo team up to capture the malodorous bank robbers, the McNasty Brothers. The smelly siblings, Grunge and Filthy McNasty, discover and use Melvin's weakness, bologna, to their benefit when planning a getaway. It is up to Melvin to use his brainpower to figure out a plan before Grunge and Filthy escape with their loot. In the back of the book, there is a brief profile of the superheroes, Melvin and Candace, along with the McNasty Brothers, a list of the Superhero Codes, and a very short biography of Melvin (before his entrance into the Superhero Academy). The artist, Rhode Montijo, uses a comical quality in the illustrations and includes his prototypes in designing the superheroes. Greg Trine spreads typical superhero cliches throughout the story and adds bits of narrator humor. This kids book is the first in the "Melvin Beederman, Superhero" series. This kids book is for kids reading levels ages 7-10. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other kids books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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26 Fairmount Avenue

In a real departure from his many other kid books, Tomie dePaola has written his first chapter book for kids. It is a reminiscence about his childhood and the building of the family home at 26 Fairmount Avenue. The voice is that of a young boy, and the world is seen through his eyes. He tells about how he keeps his grandmothers and great grandmother straight and how much he enjoys spending time with them and other members of his extended family. The chapter relating his viewing of the Disney version of Snow White is a hoot. The day of the big move into the new house has been eagerly anticipated. Throughout this kids book, young Tomie shares his excitement about the construction as well as his parent's angst. Black and white illustrations by the author are liberally sprinkled throughout the book. Kids who have moved up to chapter books will love this one. This kids book is for children reading levels ages 7-10. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other kids books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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A Color of His Own

Lionni's simple tall tale of a dissatisfied chameleon who finally finds happiness is as captivating now as it was when first published in 1975. We meet the green parrot, the red goldfish, the gray elephant, and the pink pig; "All animals have a color of their own, except for chameleons." Chameleons change color depending on where they are. The chameleon in this children's story hopes to find a color of his own, but the leaf he is on turns yellow and red and falls off the tree, leaving the chameleon black "in the long winter night." When he meets another chameleon in the spring who will stay by his side and change color with him, he can finally live "happily ever after." Watercolors on prepared papers are used to cut the simplest of shapes stuck on white pages. A strong contrast is made with the dark purple background for winter and the sharp green blades of grass for spring. The spare text offers lessons on color, on chameleons, and on friendship. This children's book is for kids reading levels ages 3-6. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

A little blonde girl stares out of her window at a twinkling celestial object, greets it with the traditional childhood rhyme of the title, and requests that she might have her wish that night. Her wish comes true when the smiling star appears in her window and takes her on a magical ride through the sky. The combination of serene, lovely landscapes and a cartoon, smiley faced star has a hodgepodge effect. The rhyming text, while serviceable, switches voice from the girl to the star with no punctuational differentiation, resulting in some confusion when reading aloud. Musical notation is included, which will make this useful as a lullaby. This little kids book is for children reading levels ages 2-5. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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How Santa Got His Job

A contemporary, funny, and truly original look at how Santa Claus acquired all the skills that have made him the great success he is today. As a young man, Santa wants no part of desks or offices. His first job is cleaning chimneys, and he is so good at getting up and down them that he never gets dirty. His second position is with the post office, delivering packages--but people dislike his zeal when he continues delivering into the night. Later, he cooks at an all-night diner (he gains a lot of weight), works at the zoo (he loves the reindeer best), and does a stint with the circus, where he meets elves who live "out of town and need someone to deliver toys." And, of course, the rest is history. Children will love the clever way in which the story builds, showing how Santa's diverse background prepared him perfectly for his Christmas Eve duties. Schindler's amusing, detailed ink drawings include full-page and half-page spreads, and are sometimes set in a white box against a background of want ad newsprint, also featured on the end papers. Krensky's spare text makes brilliant use of every word. A jolly choice for reading aloud during the holidays or as a spoof during career-study time. This Christmas children's book is for kids reading levels ages 4-8. Leave us your comments. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Let us know what other children's books you would like to have reviewed. Share this post with your family and friends. Remember to always praise your child.

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