Showing posts with label Children. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Children. Show all posts

March 2, 2026

Book Review: It's Time for Halloween

Book Title:
 It's Time for Halloween
Author: Il Ritchie
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
Publisher Date: July 8, 2025 (12 Pages, Board Book) - Layered View
Genres: Children, Adventure, Holiday,
Series: 
An ode to Halloween and the joys of trick or treating, this colorful, chunky, die-cut board book is a work of art meant to be displayed face-out on nursery bookshelves.

“A gentle introduction to Halloween fun, this festive board book invites toddlers to spot treats, costumes, and critters in a costumed parade....Bright, interactive, and developmentally on target, this seasonal board book is an engaging choice for Halloween displays and lapsits alike.”—School Library Journal

Follow along for trick-or-treating through the neighborhood on Halloween night!

Grab your hat, vampire bat
Fill your tummy, mummy

Dress it up, little pup
Howl at the moon, big baboon

Let’s raise a scare, grizzly bear

Now we’ve made a masquerade,
A spooky Halloween parade

No matter how you scare, I don’t care,
You’re my little boo and I love you!

Every page turn reveals a new layer to Kathrin Fehrl’s adorable illustrations of kids dressed up as ghosts, pumpkins, cats, witches, mummies, and fairies, with a fun seek-and-find for each scene. Perfect for Halloween lovers of all ages, this sweet story is a celebration of one of the best times of the year.
Disclaimer: I received this book free from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. This is my honest review.
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It's Time for Halloween is a decent book. I enjoyed it. This book is for babies to three-year-olds. However, I do love children's books and reviewing them. All children's books will be passed along to newborns or new parents to enjoy.


I do this with most of my board books. However, I do hold on to them for a bit or for special occasions. I read this book in a few minutes, and I really enjoyed it. The layered view as you turn the pages is a neat idea I haven't seen in a board book. I also enjoyed that one of the critters could be seen from the beginning to the end of the book.


The pictures tell the story, and you find different things on each page. Children and little ones can count for pumpkins or who has what costumes. It's all fun and learning for the little ones. There is rhyming going on throughout the book as well.


I really liked the fact that each page has you do a little bit of something different. Your child or children can count or make it so that if the child wants to learn the sounds of the different animals in the book. You can do that with this. This book is for babies to toddlers. It's great for the Fall / Autumn season or for the seasonal holiday of Halloween, which some call it.


 
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November 10, 2025

Book Review: Popper and Friends: Popper Finds a New Home

Book Title:
 Popper and Friends: Popper Finds a New Home
Author: Il Ritchie
Publisher: Mascot Kids
Publisher Date: 7 December 2021 (38 Pages, Hardcover)
Genres: Children, Fiction, Adventure
Series: 
Now that sweet little Popper the woodpecker is all grown up, it’s time for him to leave the nest and find a home of his own. Follow along in the first book in the Popper and Friends series as Popper goes on an adventure to find a home and gets helpful advice from his friends.
Disclaimer: I received this book free from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. This is my honest review.
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This story is sweet and cute. This book is about a small woodpecker that goes searching for a new home. However, he seemed to be seeking help in finding his new home.

This book is suitable for children in the reading range or grade level of 3-4. The pictures are well-drawn and lovely. I really enjoy the book and story. There are also several lessons for children to learn.

Receiving advice from friends and being polite are essential skills that all children should learn. This book does show that and makes it enjoyable ot read.

Will this little woodpecker find a home good for him? He goes on an adventure in search of his new home.


 
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October 16, 2025

Book Review: Khahari Discovers the Brilliance of Janae

Khahari Discovers the Brilliance of Janae
Book Title:
 Khahari Discovers the Brilliance of Janae
Author: Evan J Roberts
Publisher: Empowered People Press
Publisher Date: 2018-February (32 Pages, Paperback)
Genres: Children, Picture Book, 
Series: Khahari Discovers (#2)
Khahari Discovers the Brilliance of Janae is all about a young, female science whiz! When Janae comes to visit Khahari during spring break, he learns about her love of science, the importance of plants, microbes, and all things science. Along the way, Janae teaches Khahari and the family about recent and past black female scientists.
Disclaimer: I received a free Copy from Author Den and from the author for an honest review

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We meet up with Khahari at the beginning of the story. He got a plant he was to take care of over spring break. 

He finds out that his cousin is coming to visit. Will she help Khahari learn about plants? Will Khahari change his mind about plants being boring to being fun?

This book is done well. Children can learn about plants and their importance, as well as how they help us and the planet. Children are introduced to various black scientists.

Though you get to learn about plants, although it is too plant-based and lacks much scientific evidence, there is a little bit of that.


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June 6, 2025

On Tour: War at the Ice Cream Store: Mustachio Pistachio vs Bully Vanilli—Collector's Edition

Book Title: War at the Ice Cream Store: Mustachio Pistachio vs Bully Vanilli—Collector's Edition
Author: Cheryl DaVeiga
Publisher: Waterhole Productions LLC
Publisher Date: 2025-May (40 Pages, Paperback)
Genres: Children, Picture Book, 
Series: Frank TL Frogg and Friends
New Collector's Edition—Reillustrated with enhanced story and bonus content.

​In the Frozen Frogg Ice Cream Store, Bully Vanilli is the most popular ice cream and self-proclaimed king of the flavors. Lonely Mustachio sits at the back of the freezer. No one ever picks him. Every night, after the store door is locked, Bully Vanilli begins his bullying and Mustachio is his favorite target. One night, Vully kicks Mustachio's bucket. Poor Mustachio falls SPLAT on the floor, and it's... War at the Ice Cream Store! (And there's a song!)
Disclaimer: I received a free Copy from IRead BookTours for an honest review and Book Tour

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I enjoyed this book. It was done well. I love the take on the uniqueness of names for each flavor. Bully Vanilli is a good one for the vanilla flavor. Mustachio Pistachio is clever, and I like that. Though his name is a bit hard to pronounce, that may be it for me to do. Otherwise, I did enjoy the naming concept.

I also really enjoyed each page. I like that there is a lesson that Bully Vanilli needs to learn about a few things. I like the way the author is teaching children about kindness and bullying through something sweet and tasty that children like. 

This is a fun and wonderfully illustrated book. Children learn, and what a wonderful way to use ice cream. The pictures can tell the story of what is going on as well, which makes it even better.


 Prize: Author-signed WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 1 (collectors edition) and WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 plus WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE Activity Book for Book 1 and coloring pages for Book 2 (one winner) (USA and Canada) (ends June 20)

 
Cheryl DaVeiga is an award-winning songwriter and children's book author who loves to combine humor, rhyme, and wordplay to create stories and songs that bring on the giggles. You can find her books and animated sing-along song videos on her website for kids and kid-lovers—BiffBamBooza.com. Biff Bam Booza books have received numerous awards and high acclaim, including Mom's Choice Gold, Purple Dragonfly, Eric Hoffer, and Literary Titan book awards, Readers' Favorite 5-star ratings, and Kirkus Review Magazine features. Cheryl lives in Tucson, Arizona, and spends her summers in her native New Jersey.

Connect with the author: website ~ facebook ~ instagram ~ X ~ bookbub ~ goodreads

Tour Schedule:
May 18 - @onceuponafrida * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 1 / giveaway
May 19 Cover Lover Book Review - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / guest post / giveaway
May 19 - Working Mommy Journal - book series spotlight
May 19 - @acourtofspinesnpages * - book review of WAR OF THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 20 - Library Lady's Kid Lit - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 20 - Library Lady's Kid Lit - books spotlight / author interview / giveaway
May 20 Cover Lover Book Review - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
May 20 @speedreadstagram * book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 21 - @Pagesforpaige * - book reviews of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 & WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE
May 21 - Library Lady's Kid Lit - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
May 21 - Locks, Hooks and books - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 22 - @nissa_the.bookworm * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 22 A Mama's Corner of the World - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 23 - Locks, Hooks and Books - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
May 23 - @therearenobadbooks * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 27 - @ThisReadingNurse - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / author interview
May 27 - Sandra's Book Club - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2
May 28 - Gina Rae Mitchell - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / guest post / giveaway
May 28 - Nighttime Reading Center - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 28 - @reader_ceygo * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 29 - @ThisReadingNurse - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE
May 29 - @jilljemmett * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 30 - Faith and Books - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 2 - Liese's Blog - book series spotlight
June 2 - Cheryl's Book Nook - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 3 - Bigreadersite - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 3 - Books With a Chance - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / author interview / giveaway
June 3 - @lizzies.reading.recs * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 4 - Bigreadersite - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 4 - Books With a Chance - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 4 - Cheryl's Book Nook - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 4 - Deal Sharing Aunt - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / author interview / giveaway
June 5 - Deal Sharing Aunt - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 5 - @Leannebookstagram - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2
June 6 - Faith and Books - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 6 - Nighttime Reading Center - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 6 - @Leannebookstagram - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE
June 9 - Happily Managing a Household of Boys - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2
June 9 - Country Mamas With Kids - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 10 - Country Mamas With Kids - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / author interview / giveaway
June 10 - Frugal Freelancer - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / guest post / giveaway
June 10 - @survivalofthesahm * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 11 - Frugal Freelancer - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 11 - Kim's Book Reviews and Writing Aha's - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 12 - 0storyverse - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2
June 12 - Kim's Book Reviews and Writing Aha's - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 12 - @thebookishren * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 13 - 0storyverse - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE
June 13 - Paws.Read.Repeat - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 13 - @lenatheotaku * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 13 - @this.human.reads * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2
 

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June 3, 2025

Book Review: Letters to God

Book Title: Letters to God
Author: CM Harris
Publisher: Purple Diamond Press, Inc
Publisher Date: 2025-May-20 (34 Pages, Paperback)
Genres: Children, Picture Book, 
Series: Heavenly Messages Collection (#2)
Letters to God is a heartfelt and beautifully illustrated book that invites children to explore their emotions, express gratitude, and share their dreams through the power of writing letters to God. This touching story inspires faith, hope, and connection, encouraging children to see the beauty in everyday moments.
Disclaimer: I received a free Copy from LibraryThing Early Readers for an honest review

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I like this children's book. Its style is different and enjoyable. It has letters written by children, and it reads in that kind of way. Children are asking about some other things. They are all mean as you turn a page in the book. A different child writes a new letter. They could be thanking God for something, writing to help heal a loved one, or telling God how they feel. Each one is different. On the other page is a scripture or quote from the bible that goes along with it.

The pictures are well done. I would say that each page showcases a different family. They are all different in many different ways, from a mommy and a sibling to a family of a few to more than one of two.

This book is a quick and easy read. But it teaches children about kindness, love, and how talking to God is okay—doing so anywhere or any place or writing your prayer down is also fine. God will listen or hear any forms of payers even if they are written and sent to him that way.


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May 28, 2025

On Tour: War at the Ice Cream Store 2: Rocky Road vs The Sundae Storm With Giveaway

Book Title: War at the Ice Cream Store 2: Rocky Road vs The Sundae Storm
Author: Cheryl DaVeiga
Publisher: Waterhole Productions LLC
Publisher Date: 2025-May-6 (40 Pages, Paperback)
Genres: Children, Picture Book, 
Series: Frank TL Frogg and Friends
The sequel to the award-winning War at the Ice Cream Store: Bully Vanilli vs Mustachio Pistachio

It’s a perfect Sunny Sunday in July—The ultimate ice cream day! But wait… uh oh… Trouble is brewing down at the Frozen Frogg Ice Cream Store! A swirly, twirly, category five twister is out of control!!

Could this be the first summer Sunday EVER without ice cream? (Say it isn’t so!) Or can the flavors and toppings whip up a plan before it’s too late?.
Disclaimer: I received a free Copy from IRead BookTours for an honest review and Book Tour

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This book is similar to the first book. We meet a few more new characters. One is Sheriff Mults, I believe. We are also introduced to Allen Halfgallon. This book gets more fun. It is funny and lovable. I just loved the characters and their personalities. I also like the wordplay. It is like reading the words in a song.

I like how they try to help and come up with an idea together to save the day. Vanilli Nice calls for help and then tells them about the war emergency at the ice cream store. Will they be able to save the day? Or will the Sundae Storm win out?

We are then introduced to Rocky Road. Will he be able to save the day? Will the frozen treats be able to save the day, and or will the shop be closed on a perfect summer day?

The story can be told by just looking at the pictures. The pictures are colorful and enjoyable to look at. I enjoy the way the story plays out. Will they rally together to save the historical day, or will they not? I like Newman telling the story through his eyes like on the news in weather report style. We also see it through the ice cream flavor point of view.


 Prize: Author-signed WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 1 (collectors edition) and WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 plus WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE Activity Book for Book 1 and coloring pages for Book 2 (one winner) (USA and Canada) (ends June 20)

 
Cheryl DaVeiga is an award-winning songwriter and children's book author who loves to combine humor, rhyme, and wordplay to create stories and songs that bring on the giggles. You can find her books and animated sing-along song videos on her website for kids and kid-lovers—BiffBamBooza.com. Biff Bam Booza books have received numerous awards and high acclaim, including Mom's Choice Gold, Purple Dragonfly, Eric Hoffer, and Literary Titan book awards, Readers' Favorite 5-star ratings, and Kirkus Review Magazine features. Cheryl lives in Tucson, Arizona, and spends her summers in her native New Jersey.

Connect with the author: website ~ facebook ~ instagram ~ X ~ bookbub ~ goodreads

Tour Schedule:
May 18 - @onceuponafrida * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 1 / giveaway
May 19 - Cover Lover Book Review - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / guest post / giveaway
May 19 - Working Mommy Journal - book series spotlight
May 19 - @acourtofspinesnpages * - book review of WAR OF THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 20 - Library Lady's Kid Lit - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 20 - Library Lady's Kid Lit - books spotlight / author interview / giveaway
May 20 - Cover Lover Book Review - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
May 20 - @speedreadstagram * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 21 - @Pagesforpaige * - book reviews of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 & WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE
May 21 - Library Lady's Kid Lit - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
May 21 - Locks, Hooks and books - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 22 - @nissa_the.bookworm * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 22 - A Mama's Corner of the World - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 23 - Locks, Hooks and Books - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
May 23 - @therearenobadbooks * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 27 - @ThisReadingNurse - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / author interview
May 27 - Sandra's Book Club - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2
May 28 - Gina Rae Mitchell - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / guest post / giveaway
May 28 - Nighttime Reading Center - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 28 - @reader_ceygo * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 29 - @ThisReadingNurse - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE
May 29 - @jilljemmett * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
May 30 - Faith and Books - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 2 - Liese's Blog - book series spotlight
June 2 - Cheryl's Book Nook - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 3 - Bigreadersite - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 3 - Books With a Chance - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / author interview / giveaway
June 3 - @lizzies.reading.recs * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 4 - Bigreadersite - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 4 - Books With a Chance - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 4 - Cheryl's Book Nook - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 4 - Deal Sharing Aunt - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / author interview / giveaway
June 5 - Deal Sharing Aunt - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 5 - @Leannebookstagram - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2
June 6 - Faith and Books - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 6 - Nighttime Reading Center - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 6 - @Leannebookstagram - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE
June 9 - Happily Managing a Household of Boys - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2
June 9 - Country Mamas With Kids - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 10 - Country Mamas With Kids - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / author interview / giveaway
June 10 - Frugal Freelancer - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / guest post / giveaway
June 10 - @survivalofthesahm * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 11 - Frugal Freelancer - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 11 - Kim's Book Reviews and Writing Aha's - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 12 - 0storyverse - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2
June 12 - Kim's Book Reviews and Writing Aha's - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE / giveaway
June 12 - @thebookishren * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 13 - 0storyverse - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE
June 13 - Paws.Read.Repeat - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 13 - @lenatheotaku * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 / giveaway
June 13 - @this.human.reads * - book review of WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2
 
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June 15, 2024

Book Review: Khahari Discovers The Meaning of Autism

Book Title:
Khahari Discovers The Meaning of Autism 
Author: Evan J Roberts
Publisher: Empowered People Press
Publisher Date:  April 2017 (28 Pages, Paperback)
Genres: Autism, Children, Fiction,
Series: Khahari Discovers #2
This is a heartfelt story about a new friend accepting a boy with autism. The excitement of playing with a neighborhood friend is something every child enjoys. But as Khahari interacts with Omari, his neighbor and close friend, a fun game of basketball turns into a misunderstanding between Khahari and Omari’s cousin Jaden. Khahari decides that he doesn’t want to play with Jaden anymore, but Omari tells him that the boys should stick together. As Khahari learns about Jaden’s challenges with autism, the boys find a way to help each other and strengthen their friendship in the process.
Disclaimer: I received this book though Author Den for an Honesty Review. It is my own thoughts and opinions.
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Khahari discovering the meaning of Autism is an excellent educational book for children. It is simple and explains the emotions of Khahari, his friend Omari, and Omari's cousin Jayden.

The boys decide they want to play. Kharhari goes out to play basketball with his friend Omari. When they do, Omari introduces Jayden to Khahari, and they start playing. However, a misunderstood happens when Jayden goes after the ball and takes it inside. Will Khahari and Omari play again, or will a misunderstanding get in the way?

When playing, misunderstandings happen. Things go awry. Will learning about something you do not know and trying to have fun help Khahari and Omari come to an understanding? Can they help teach Jayden how to share by taking turns and playing a game?

As the story unfolds, the children learn and understand each other. This book is about Khahari, Omari, and Jayden. It shows that children with autism are not so different in their desire to play. They just have a unique way of understanding. By asking questions and learning about themselves, your child can help educate all children. Khahari is learning about autism, and Jayden is learning about sharing and taking turns. And together, we're all learning about empathy and inclusivity.

Omari and Khahari, through their understanding of the challenges and struggles of autism, strengthen their friendship and help each other out. This is a lesson all children can benefit from. The author has made it simple and easy to understand and read, ensuring that the journey of learning is enjoyable for children. And the best part? The fun and learning don't end with the book. They continue in real life, where understanding and empathy can make a world of difference.
 

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March 25, 2024

Book Review: Would You Rather?

Book Title:
Would You Rather? Book for Kids 8-12: 350 Challenging Questions, Silly Scenarios, and Hilarious Situations
Author: Anna Avelino
Publisher: Independently Published
Publisher Date: 2023 (144, Pages, Paperback)
Genres: Questions, Silly, Fiction, Children, word games
Series:
Why settle for a boring day when you can sprinkle it with the magic of laughter?
This fantastic book will turn even the gloomiest day into a sunshine-filled fiesta. It will transport readers to a world of bizarre choices and hilarious scenarios that will have both kids and adults snorting, laughing and debating mind-boggling dilemmas.
Within these pages, you'll find over 350 questions that will challenge kids to make imaginative choices while sparking their creativity and sense of humor. It's a gateway to unforgettable family bonding moments, fun sleepovers and memorable road trips. It's an opportunity to get to know your children in a whole new light.
"Would You Rather Book for Kids 8-12" is a must-have for every family:
  • Provides hours of family-friendly fun that sparks children's creativity and challenges their imagination.
  • Stimulates their decision-making skills and critical thinking.
  • Creates cherished family memories filled with laughter and lighthearted fun.
  • Improves intellectual abilities with brain-teasing questions.
  • Expands children's vocabulary.
  • Gives a host family an easy way to engage young guests.
  • Gives the adults a chance to introduce a new family tradition.
  • Serves as a perfect ice-breaker for big parties and events.
  • Encourages multigenerational engagement.
While the wild and wacky choices are sure to provide side-splitting moments, there is more to this book. These scenarios are not just your average run-of-the-mill queries, this hidden gem has plenty of research behind it. Without even realizing it, kids will learn about other countries and cultures, fun destinations, and historical events. Packed with thought-provoking choices, this book is the boundless playground for curious young minds, the ticket to the galaxy of endless opportunities
Disclaimer: I received this book thought LibaryThing Early Readers for an Honesty Review. It is my own.
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This book is a collection of silly questions that present two options and ask you to choose one. It is structured into ten chapters, and the author provides some questions that are easier to answer.

Children will enjoy this book as they can ask others their responses. The author also includes some ridiculous questions you may or may not want to choose between.

I enjoyed this book and believe it's not just for kids. While some silly questions provoke thought and can lead to exciting discussions with your children. There's also plenty of laughter to be had with this book.

Some questions made me think, and I explained the reasoning behind my choices. Other times, I would explain why I wouldn't choose either option. While there were some questions I liked, there were also some that I wouldn't say I liked either answer for.

This book is perfect for fun holidays and other occasions. If you're having a dull day, you can pick up this book and ask someone around you what they would choose.

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September 30, 2023

Book Review: The Care and Keeping of Grandmas

Book Title:
The Care and Keeping of Grandmas
Author: Jennifer Mook-Sang 
Publisher: Tundra Books
Publisher Date: April 4, 2023 (32, Pages, Hardcover)
Genres: Children, Fiction, Picture Book
When grandma moves in, a precocious child shares her tips for making her feel at home in this funny picture book, for fans of How to Babysit a Grandma.
It can be discombobulating for all involved when a grandma moves in permanently. Fortunately, our narrator has gone through it and has LOTS of tips on how to make your grandma feel at home.
In a story filled with humor, confusion and moments of sweetness, Jennifer Mook-Sang introduces us to a delightful family dynamic and a grandma who doesn’t really need the help settling in but appreciates it anyway. As Grandma goes about her days, her well-meaning granddaughter sees her caring for her plants, and makes sure that Grandma is getting the proper care too.
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Do you sometimes have a grandma that you see that comes and stays with you and your family? You want to help her out by doing things or at least trying. Well, this book, The Care and Keeping of Grandmas is a sweet story about a granddaughter and her grandma when her grandma came to live with her and the family.


Though she is this in the prefer of her view and learning along the way. These are her tips throughout the book to help others and children. The pictures and story are done well. 


I like the story; each person can change the person for themselves, even though this one is about a granddaughter and her grandma. You can picture a grandson helping out his grandma. Though this book. It shows that you need to allow time and let the person suggest, and they will ask for help rather than have it forced upon them.


Grandmas are something special to have, and I enjoy the grandma I have left. However, I loved both of my grandmas when I had them. This book shows that grandmas can do things, and some live in different places; we should still be around to help when needed. 


This story shows the special bond a grandchild has with their grandma. However, the child learns when to lend a hand and when to let her do her own thing. But be there when you need to be there. This story shows the love and care bond between a grandchild and a grandmother. Suppose the grandma needs to move in and feel at home. This book tells that in a funny and fun way, a picture book. Have you heard of " How to Babysit a Grandma"? This book puts a little humor and a fun spin on it.


 
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