Review: The Day That A Ran Away by B.C.R. Fegan and illustrated by Lenny Wen

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Summary:

Master Jet has forgotten to complete his homework… or has he? Jet’s teacher is surprised to find that instead of the alphabet, his page is completely blank. Jet tries to explain that it really isn’t his fault. After all, how can he help it, if none of his letters want to stay on the page!

Review:

What a cute, fun story to teach children the alphabet. The Day That A Ran Away, is creative, has an engaging story and is complemented by beautiful illustrations.

The book centers around a boy named, Master Jet. You know how kids use excuses why their homework isn’t done? This was a real classic. When his teachers goes to check his home, the page in his book is empty. His teacher can only assume that he forgot to do it but he tries to reassure her that he did. If he did, what happened to it? The answer lies in a fun story that your young reader will not only be exited about the alphabet but make you smile as well.

I really loved this book. I know many of you parents out there are having a hard time finding a way to make learning them fun. I encourage reading this book aloud because it will make the experience enjoyable. Since they ran away, the catchy rhythmic flow with the curiosity of where they went will keep them engaged. The colorful illustrations are filled with youthful, joyful expressions having their own little personalities. Not sure if this was meant to be but there were images that coincide with the letters that make an additional learning element that adds to the fun.

If you are looking for a way to introduce the alphabet in a fun way, I recommend checking this one out. You will not only learn but have a good time doing it.

Review: Lions, Leopards, and Storms, Oh My!: A Thunderstorm Safety Book by Heather L Beal

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Lions, Leopards, and Storms, Oh My!: A Thunderstorm Safety Book by Heather Beal is another wonderful book in her collection this time teaching the children of the class about thunderstorms. Nikko, Lily and the gang are back after experiencing the new experience outside. Lucky for them, once of their classmate’s dad is a meteorologist who is more than delighted to teach them all about using relatable examples, their effects and what they should do. As always, a cute song for the group in the end to sing along.

Overall, another wonderful book by Heather Beal. So colorful and her characters are so lovable. I really enjoyed this new installment teaching the children about the weather. There is a nice question and activities page in the end along with resources to get more information. Here’s another to add to the list as a fun way for them to learn about thunder and lightning.

Review: Little Pencil Finds His Forever Friends: A Rhyming Pencil Grip Picture Book by by Christine Calabrese and illustrator Maria Victoria Flores

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While trying to find something fun to do like his other friends, Little Pencil is upset because he feels upset because he find something to do. When he discovers a new set of friends who give him a purpose, he feels appreciated and loved. 

I love books created by educators. They find a great way to introduce important techniques that children can apply through creative storytelling that they can relate to. I love the illustrations showing the emotions from the characters. You not only see what they do but learn their functions. This is wonderful when we see Little Pencil with his friends because it teaches your child about gripping a pencil with the introduction to writing. There is also a wonderful workbook that you can get to accompany that you will find resourceful and informative.

Review: A New School Year: Stories in Six Voices by Sally Derby and illustrated by Mika Song

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About the Book

In a unique narrative, readers meet a diverse group of six children ranging in age from Kindergarten through fifth grade. With nerves and excitement each child gears up for a new school year by hustling in the morning, meeting new teachers and new classmates during the day, and heading home with homework and relief by day’s end.

Simple, bright illustrations focus on each child and his/her worries, hopes, and successes on the first day of school.

Review

With school around the corner, this is such a wonderful read for those jitters to be eased. This was such a fun read experiencing six different perspectives from kindergarten through fifth grade on their journey starting from the night before through their first day of school. We experience all their worries, what they anticipate to happen and then a boost in their confidence when all works out well. I love the diversity of the characters. Their stories were sweet and fun. The illustrations were beautiful. I’d recommend checking this one out.

The recommend age is 5 - 9 years old

Review: Don’t Ever Look Behind Door 32 by B.C.R. Fegan

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Summary

The magical Hotel of Hoo is a mysterious place with some very unusual occupants. As our guests explore the strange hotel, they are invited to experience everything it has to offer with just one warning… don’t ever look behind door 32.

This imaginative picture book aims to take children beyond the first ten cardinal numbers, and introduces them to the patterns of counting in a fun and accessible way. With rooms to explore and unique objects to count, children will enjoy lingering on each page as they make their way closer to the forbidden door.

Review

This book was so much fun. We follow a tour through the hotel, where each door has a different theme. The illustrations were gorgeous. I loved the animated emotions of the characters as they experienced their journey through the book. It really brought the book alive.  I can only imagine how much fun this will be for the young reader but I found myself excited with curiosity wanting to flip faster to find out what was behind the door. The build up was fun and will really get their imagination going. Overall, it was a fun adventure that I know your reader will enjoy. I would recommend this to their reading list.

Review: Patrick Turns His Play into Pay by Shani Muhammad & Patrick Muhammad and illustrated by Natalie Jurosky

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What a fun and inspiring book for kids to tap into their entrepreneurial spirit. The book centered around a young boy named Patrick. He broke his favorite fishing rod and needed another one. He went to his parents but they couldn't help at the moment but then he got a bright idea. Tapping into something that he and his grandmother loved to do would be the answer to all his problems. Patrick learns a great lesson in creativity, courage, perseverance and how you can do anything that you put your mind to.

This was such a lovely book. Let me start with how beautiful the illustrations were. I love the pictures of those soft crayon images. It gives the story such a warm, inviting feel. The words are lively and the rhythm of the book is catchy. Patrick is such a lovable young kid and it's so great to see how he took an idea and didn't give up despite the obstacles that came his way. It's always a great lesson when kids can learn the value of money and hard work but especially going the route such as this or a lemonade stand to give them a sense of accomplishment. For all those young kids that have ideas or have dreams to do something, this story is so encouraging to give them some support. Overall, I think this was a cute one that has some great educational value to it and a great lesson in how teamwork can make those dreams work. I'd recommend adding this to your reading list.