It's that time of year when school is finishing up and kids are thinking about those long summer days with no studying and no homework. But just when they thought it was safe to relax, the dreaded Summer Reading List arrives. In the elementary school kids get a suggested reading list, which some parents follow … Continue reading No More Teachers, No More Books….
Category: Books
Adult Book Review….not much of one, though.
Dead as a Doornail by Charlaine Harris My rating: 5 of 5 stars As always, LOVE IT. On to the next one! Can't wait to see Charlaine Harris at BEA in NYC!!! View all my reviews
YA Book Review
Crank by Ellen Hopkins My rating: 3 of 5 stars OK, I liked this book a lot, but I think that Burned was much better. For some reason, I didn't feel like I could identify with Kristina/Bree as much as I have with other characters, but I have also never had a crank addiction either. … Continue reading YA Book Review
Midnight Farm
While on my honeymoon on Martha's Vineyard a couple of months ago, I stopped by Midnight Farm in Vineyard Haven. I love this store because it has gorgeous clothing, furniture and various other goodies. I also try to go there every time I'm on the Island to try and catch a glimpse of the proprietor, … Continue reading Midnight Farm
>Why Libraries Are So Important
>Yesterday I got a call from a teacher at the elementary school. She called to let me know that she was starting her annual Caldecott Challenge (which involves getting her students to read as many Caldecott winning books as possible.) She also asked, a little hesitantly, if we had any books about families with 2 … Continue reading >Why Libraries Are So Important
>YA Book Review: Burned
>Burned by Ellen Hopkins My rating: 5 of 5 stars I was blown away by this book. It was incredible. And Ellen Hopkins is an amazing writer. I've heard that she's gotten some flack about topics in her books, which only makes me like her more. I was riveted from beginning to end. And luckily … Continue reading >YA Book Review: Burned
>YA Book Review: Secret Keeper
>Secret Keeper by Mitali Perkins My rating: 5 of 5 stars I loved this book - it was bittersweet, but such a beautiful story about the bond between sisters and the importance of family, no matter what the cost. The characters are real and the writing made me feel like I was there in India. … Continue reading >YA Book Review: Secret Keeper
>Good Reads YA Review
>The False Princess by Eilis O'Neal My rating: 3 of 5 stars I have to say, I enjoyed reading this book more than I originally thought I would. It has some strong characters and a good story line with some twists that may or may not be predictable. It is geared to teens/YA, which I … Continue reading >Good Reads YA Review
>This Week In Story Time: I Can Help!
>This week's book for my 3 & up Story Time was David Hyde Costello's I Can Help. It was a good book to read aloud because of it's simple story concept, but also because the pictures (which are so cute!) have bright, bold colors and the animal characters are easily recognizable for younger children. Even … Continue reading >This Week In Story Time: I Can Help!
The Trouble with Penguins
Public libraries are amazing because they are the embodiment of freedom. You can walk into a library and check out whatever you want for free. Yes, you have to return the items and YES, if they are overdue you have to pay a fine. But come on, it's still a pretty sweet deal. And most … Continue reading The Trouble with Penguins