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78 book reviews found (page 11 of 16 pages).
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Sing-Along Song
JoAnn Early Macken (2004) , under 40 pages
Illustrated by LeUyen Pham
Audience: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Category: African-American, Books & Babies, Read Aloud
(This book has outstanding illustrations)
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This wonderful rhyming book features a
bright-eyed, smiling toddler who loves
to sing. From the robin that sings
outside his window to the family cat
and finally bedtime, the little boy
mentions people and animals in his
environment and then sings a little
song about them. This is also a loving
family story showing the little boy’s
mom, dad, and little sister in cozy
moments such dinnertime and bedtime.
Pham’s use of darker shades of colors
makes the lively illustrations stand
out on the pages and gives the book a
unique look. A great story for
storytime, bedtime, or anytime.
Reviewed by: Jeanenne / Steele Creek Library
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Squirrel World
Johanna Hurwitz (2007) , 80-120 pages
Illustrated by Kathi McCord
Audience: Primary (k-3rd grade)
Category: Adventure, Beg. Chapter Books, Fantasy, Humor
(This book has outstanding illustrations)
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When Lexi the squirrel is asked to
leave his home in Central Park, he
doesn't want to go. But his curiosity
gets the best of him. Soon he and his
cousin, Lenox, are crossing Fifth
Avenue searching for the streets they
were named after. Life outside of the
park is not what they expected. The
rough sidewalks hurt their paws and
there are hardly any trees. But the
worst is yet to come. Read along as
Lexi and his friends try to get back
home. This is the fourth book in the
charmingly funny Park Pals
Adventure series.
Reviewed by: Mary Jane / South County Regional Library
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The 5,000-Year-Old Puzzle: Solving a Mystery of Ancient Egypt
Claudia Logan (2002) , under 40 pages
Illustrated by Melissa Sweet
Audience: Primary (k-3rd grade), Intermediate (4th-6th grade), Adult/Parent
Category: Adventure, Historical, Humor, Multicultural, Mystery, Realistic Fiction
(This book has outstanding illustrations)
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Imagine it's 1924, and King Tut's tomb
has just been discovered. You're so
excited about it that you and your best
friend start a King Tut Club. That's
great, but guess what? It gets even
better -- you and your whole family
suddenly get invited to work on a new
archeological dig in a secret Egyptian
tomb!
The 5,000-Year-Old Puzzle is
like a scrapbook that records the trip
of a lifetime. The main character and
his family are fictitious, but
everything else -- including a mystery
that has never been solved -- is real.
Want to try to be the first to solve
the
mystery of the secret tomb?
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| If you liked this book, you may also like: Ancient Egypt Revealed by Peter Chrisp |
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Comments from Readers
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Ahmani, age 10 from North Carolina
Anything with scrapbooks + anthing with egyptian stuff = 100% terrific
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Jacob, age 10 from North Carolina
This book has good pictures.
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Josiah, age 9 from Montana
It was cool wih good pictures.
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The Candy Shop War
Brandon Mull (2007) , 200+ pages
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Adventure, Fantasy
(This book has outstanding illustrations)
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Have you ever imagined there being
candy that gave you superpowers? In
Brandon Mull's latest book, four
children encounter candy beyond their
wildest imaginations. They begin their
adventure in the Sweet Tooth Candy Shop
that just opened in town run by Mrs.
White, a very sweet old lady. In
exchange for her special candy, they
do "secret missions" for her that makes
them wonder if she's more suspicious
than sweet. Join Nate, Summer, Trevor,
and Pigeon as they encounter candy that
makes them float, breathe fire, and
even become a monster! This book is
wonderful for readers who love
excitement, mystery, and especially
lots and lots of candy!
Reviewed by: Amy / Steele Creek Library
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The City of Ember
Jeanne DuPrau (2003) , 200+ pages
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Adventure, Fantasy, Science Fiction
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The year is 241. Twelve-year-old Lina
and her friend Doon live in Ember, a
city lit only by electric lights. They
have never seen the sun and have no
idea that it even exists. They are
happy with their lives until Assignment
Day. That's when they are given new
jobs. Together, they find alarming
signs that things are not at all well.
Among other things the electric
generators are breaking down and food
supplies are dangerously low. Can the
torn pieces of an old document hold the
secret to saving their beloved city?
Join the two friends as they risk their
lives to find out.
Reviewed by: Mary Jane / South County Regional Library
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| If you liked this book, you may also like: The Giver |
Comments from Readers
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MIKE, age 9 from North Carolina
THE CITY OF EMBER IS A THRILLER I WOULD DEFINETLY RECCOMEND IT
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KAYLA, age 12 from Connecticut
THE CITY OF EMBER WAS GREAT I READ IT WITH MY CLASS WE LOVED THE BOOK IT WAS VERY INTERESTING IT WAS PRETTY HARD TRING TO FIND OUT THE MESSAGE ON THE PAPPER THAT POPPY STARTED TO EAT.BUT STILL WE ENJOYED IT .p.s if you haven't read it yet you should espeacially if you like suspence.IT HAS ALOT OF THAT TRUST ME.
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Hannah, age 11 from Massachusetts
this is a good book so you should read it!!!!!!! i liked it. enjoy! =]
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