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The Witch's Guide to Cooking with Children
Keith McGowan (2009) , 160-200 pages
Illustrated by Tanaka, Yoko
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Fall, Folklore, Humor, Scary
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You’ve probably heard the tale of
Hansel and Gretel, and you probably
know better than to enter any house
made of yummy candy and treats. But
what if the witch in that old-fashioned
story was still alive and well with an
updated look? When Sol and Connie Blink
move into their new neighborhood, they
can tell that their neighbor is
unusual. They quickly realize what she
is up to after visiting the local
library to do some research. With
excerpts from the witch’s memoir
incorporated throughout the book, we
also get to find out what the witch is
experiencing as the story progresses.
Lots of grim humor and plenty of
suspenseful action make this is a
unique and enjoyable retelling of the
classic tale.
Reviewed by: Rene / Mountain Island Library
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11 Birthdays
Wendy Mass (2009) , 200+ pages
Illustrated by
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Adventure, Humor
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Have you ever had such a bad day, you
couldn’t wait for the next day? When
Amanda goes to bed on her eleventh
birthday, she is ready for a new day.
After all, she forgot her lunch, had a
pop quiz in history, didn’t make the
gymnastics team, and more! But when
her alarm goes off in the morning, it’s
her eleventh birthday all over again.
You will laugh out loud at this sweet
book as Amanda puts the pieces together
of her best birthday yet. How many
birthdays will she get before she gets
it right?
Reviewed by: Larisa / South County Regional Library
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A River of Words: The Story of William Carlos Williams
Jen Bryant (2008) , under 40 pages
Illustrated by Melissa Sweet
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Award Books, Biographies
(This book has outstanding illustrations)
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To William Carlos Williams, so much
depended on words. Whether it was fire
trucks, chickens, or something sweet
stolen out of the refrigerator, William
found a new way to describe it. But he
wasn’t always a poet—first he was a
busy boy who loved to play baseball and
look at the world around him. Later,
he was a busy doctor who visited sick
people’s homes and brought babies into
the world. But always, he was busy
writing about life and sharing those
words with others. Told simply and
with beautiful collage illustrations,
A River of Words: The Story of
William Carlos Williams, is a
great way to take a new look at the
world around you.
Reviewed by: Amanda / Sugar Creek
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Beautiful Ballerina
Marilyn Nelson (2009) , under 40 pages
Illustrated by Susan Kuklin (photography)
Audience: Primary (k-3rd grade), Adult/Parent
Category: African-American, Non-Fiction, Poetry, Read Aloud
(This book has outstanding illustrations)
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Newbery Honor winner Marilyn Nelson
(Carver: a Life in Poems/) has
written a lovely poem that accompanies
photographs of young ballet dancers
from the Dance Theatre of Harlem. You
will be delighted at the graceful
beauty of Doris, Jalen, Raven M., and
Raven B. These young girls show great
strength, flexibility, and emotion from
their hard work at the Dance Theatre of
Harlem’s programs (Community, Pre-
Professional, and Professional
Company). This book is a work of art,
and one that truly inspires.
Reviewed by: Debra / Scaleybark Library
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Bee-Wigged
Cece Bell (2008) , under 40 pages
Illustrated by Cece Bell
Audience: Preschool, Primary (k-3rd grade)
Category: Humor, Read Aloud
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Jerry Bee is a giant, friendly bee who
wants more than anything to be friends
with people. When people see Jerry's
fuzzy body and his big stinger, they
run away screaming. His life changes
when he finds a wig on the sidewalk and
puts it on. People are no longer
terrified of him! He gets to ride on
the school bus like any other boy and
becomes one of the most popular kids in
school. Can Jerry continue to hide
under the wig or will a sudden gust of
wind reveal his true identity? Make a
beeline for this book to find out!
Reviewed by: Rene / Mountain Island Library
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