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BOB AND JOSS GET LOST By: Peter McCleery
Well summer is upon us all here in Ohio and what a great picture book to read when there is nothing to do. Bob and Joss decide to take a boat trip by themselves. Bob isn't to sure about going along with Joss's idea. He is sure trouble will come. Will he be right? Check out their adventure. Ages 4-8 $17.99 HarperCollins
I AM NOT A CHAIR By: Ross Burach
Giraffe is having some major problems, everyone thinks he is a chair. Would you want a skunk sitting on you? Or be sat on by two hippos. And then there is a ferocious beast called Lion. I wouldn't want that and your children will roar with laughter when you read this story to them. How will poor giraffe get out of this predicament. You'll just have to read it to find out. Ages 4-8 Harper $17.99
UNLIKELY STORY OF A PIG IN CITY By: Jodi Kendall
When Tom brings home a piglet to the Shilling household his younger sister Josie decides she wants to keep it, even though they live in the city. Her siblings want nothing to do with Hamlet the pig, appropriately named at the dorm where Tom is living. So Josie uses her allowance to feed Hamlet and make a home under the stairs. But Hamlet is eating her out of all her savings and she wants to continue in gymnastics. Money is tight at their home and she doesn't want to cause more stress. Every event in this book is filled with the antics of Hamlet. You will laugh and root for the Hamlet, and feel all the anxiety that Josie is going through. Ages 8-12 Coming October 3, 2017 $16.99
RULERS OF THE PLAYGROUND By: Joseph Kuefler
When Jonah decides to become King Jonah of the playground all the kids follow along, except Lennox who decides she wants to be Queen Lennox and takes the swing sets as her part of the playground. But when you have no friends after you become so bossy you start to rethink your options. That is what Jonah and Lennox realize, giving up their crowns for playing nice. Ages 4-8 $17.99 Balzer and Bray
RAISIN THE LITTLEST COW By: Miriam Busch
What an endearing book. Raisin is having a new sibling and he is not happy about it. What is a brother to do, he wants so much to be the only calf and get all the attention. But as we know that is not how life works. But when the new calf shows up the only person that can comfort him is of course Raisin. a great book for any child, but especially for one that is having a new sibling show up.
$17.99 Ages 2-6 Balzer and Bray
JOPLIN, WISHING By: Diane Stanley
Joplin, Wishing is an amazing funny, and yet sincere story, all about a girl called Sofie trapped for about 300 years in a platter, bid to do everyone who owns hers wishes. She wishes to go back home, and though people have tried to set her free, the one who entrapped Sofie in the first place is the only one who can free her. When Joplin, an eleven year old girl who has no friends, finds the tray and wishes Sofie to be her friend, finds out about Sofie's entrapment, she and another new friend, Barret, are determined to free her. They must find her imprisoner to free her forever.
A great book, full of funny and sad pieces. Before I was halfway in, I was thinking that Joplin, Wishing would soon be part of my collection. (Note: I feel like it would be good to add in Joplin telling her mom she is sorry for lying to her about Sofie.) Ages 8-12 $16.99 Harper
Reviewed by Lydia
Just wanted to send this out to everyone. If ever you would like a book, please contact me at marciajkaplan@hotmail.com. I write to share the books I read and hope you are finding them helpful. Please leave a note if you enjoyed what I have posted.
Happy Reading everyone.
Marcia
ORPHAN TRAIN GIRL By: Christina Baker Kline
Molly is a foster child, she is actually been bumping around the system. But she ends up at Dina's and Ralph's home in foster care. Molly is just a great girl, but one day at the library she steals the book the Secret Garden. Molly ends up getting caught by the librarian and has to do twenty hours of community service. Her friend from school, Jack has his mother get her community service with an elderly lady, Vivian. She wants Molly to go through the boxes in her attic and clean it out. Vivian is in her nineties. But every time Molly comes she tells her about the things she finds. Molly has to do a project at school about portaging. She has to interview someone from a long time ago. So she sets off to interview Vivian. The novel weaves Vivian's life from long ago with Mollys.' Wonderful historical fiction and present day. Fabulous read. Great for a school class set. Ages 8-12 Harper Collins $17.99
FORGET ME NOT By: Ellie Terry
Oh my goodness gracious what a great way to learn about Calliope June. Calliope is just a wonderful girl who has something not all of us are familiar with, she has Tourette's syndrome. Calliope is told not to tell anyone what is wrong with her. How on earth is she supposed to keep something like this a secret. Told in prose this book is a quick read, but one you will want to share with your friends. I probably have already told you too much. But I hope you will read this book. Ages 8 on up, I loved it as an adult. $16.99 Feiwel and Friends
ONE HUNDRED SPAGHETTI STRINGS By: Jen Nails
Steffy and her sister lived with their Aunt Gina most of their lives. Their mom was in a car accident and had brain damage, and their dad ran away. One day their dad came back to take care of them. Their dad did not get along with them, and Steffy and her sister missed their aunt. Steffy really likes cooking. She tries to cook old recipes of her mom's to help her mom remember. She decides to be in a cooking contest and wins second place. In the back of the book are a lot of recipes she cooked for her mom. I would recommend this cook especially for kids who like to cook.
Reviewed by Ava, age 10.
Ages 8-12 Harper $16.99
A BOY CALLED BAT By: Elana K. Arnold
I have a wonderful endorsement for this book. My grandson Aidan age 10 said it is his new favorite book. I have tried for months to get him to read it, but he was too busy reading other things.
Aidan would not write the review for he said I already read it.
Bixby is nicknamed Bat, he loves animals and his mother is a veterinarian. When mom bring home a kit, Bat wants to keep him. Kit skunks are adorable, but will that really happen or will he be sent into the wild. Find out the great adventures. Your children will love this light funny summer read.
Ages 6-10 Walden Pond Press $16.99
CHESTER AND GUS By: Cammie McGovern
Told from the perspective of the Chester the dog, and I might say a highly intelligent one! Ever since Chester was born he was told he was going to be a service dog. He works really hard, but doesn't quite make the cut. But there is a family that would love to try a dog for their autistic, non-verbal son, Gus. They want Chester to go to school with Gus to help him cope with his day, except the teacher in the next room is against Chester. Will she be the reason that Chester will not be allowed at school anymore. Will Gus be able to manage. A powerful read that all children need to read.
Ages 8-12 Harper $16.99
PODKIN ONE-EAR By: Kieran Larwood
When the villainous Gorm come to Podkin's home he must protect his siblings and flee. His father has left him a magical sword that will help them on their journey. But defeating the Gorm who are covered in iron armor will be more than a challenge, since the sword can't penetrate iron. Will they be able to defeat the Gorm and come out unscathed? Only a quiet afternoon will let you find out. Just sit down and read. Clarion Books. Ages 10-12, but younger children could definitely read this story, as long a battles don't bother them. Coming out September 5, 2017 $16.99
WORLD'S GREATEST DETECTIVE By: Caroline Carlson
The World's Greatest Detective is an amazing book. It begins by introducing us to Toby Montrose. He has had a difficult life. When his parents died he was passed around the family "like a sack of potatoes." Uncle Gabriel is the only family member left to care for Toby, and if Toby is not on his best behavior, he'll be sent to the orphanage (bom, bom, bom!). Already Toby fears being sent to the orphanage because of all of Uncle Gabriel's unpaid bills, so when he hears about a contest hosted by the world's greatest detective, Hugh Abernathy, with money as the prize, he's in. Unfortunately, just before the contest starts, Hugh Abernathy is found dead! All the detectives start to search for the culprit. Will Toby, and his new friend, Ivy, be able to find the culprit first?
It took me a few days to get into this book, but then it grabbed hold of me, and it was painful to put it down even for just a few minutes. I fell in love with he characters and enjoyed having my own list of suspects. The book was funny at times, and it got very intense. I would whoop for joy when they had a success, and groan when there was a fail.
I give this book 4 and 1/2 stars( I had to knock off a half star because of the searing in the book).
Reviewed by Lydia Snyder, age 10
LOST FROST GIRL By: Amy Wilson
Intriguing is the word to describe this modern day fairy tale. Owl, that is her name, is just an ordinary girl, or so she seems. Her mother after all named her Owl. But one day she starts seeing a thin layer of ice crystals on her hands. She is scared, and the one person she really needs to talk to is her best friend, Mallory. Mallory parents are just newly separated and she is having trouble herself. Mallory wants Owl to find out who her father is. Owl tries and her mother says his name is Jack Frost. What would you do if you father wasn't exactly human? I am giving way to much information about the story. You must read this for yourself. It won't be out till November 7, 2017. I can hardly wait to sell it to you. Katherine Tegen Books Ages 8-12 $16.99
RAISIN THE LITTLEST COW By: Miriam Busch
ORPHAN TRAIN GIRL By: Christina Baker Kline
FORGET ME NOT By: Ellie Terry
A BOY CALLED BAT By: Elana K. Arnold
CHESTER AND GUS By: Cammie McGovern
PODKIN ONE-EAR By: Kieran Larwood
The World's Greatest Detective is an amazing book. It begins by introducing us to Toby Montrose. He has had a difficult life. When his parents died he was passed around the family "like a sack of potatoes." Uncle Gabriel is the only family member left to care for Toby, and if Toby is not on his best behavior, he'll be sent to the orphanage (bom, bom, bom!). Already Toby fears being sent to the orphanage because of all of Uncle Gabriel's unpaid bills, so when he hears about a contest hosted by the world's greatest detective, Hugh Abernathy, with money as the prize, he's in. Unfortunately, just before the contest starts, Hugh Abernathy is found dead! All the detectives start to search for the culprit. Will Toby, and his new friend, Ivy, be able to find the culprit first?
LOST FROST GIRL By: Amy Wilson
