Book Review - If You Were Me and Lived in...Poland

About the Book
Join Carole P. Roman when she visits Poland in the newest book of her informative series. Learn about the varied customs and cultures. Travel to Eastern Europe to discover what you would eat and do for fun. See the land through the eyes of a youngster like you and understand what life is like in this exciting place. Don't forget to look at the other books in the series so that you can be an armchair world traveler.



My Take on the Book
Another great book from Carole Roman that really makes you feel that you are being transported to the country in which she is exploring. This book was important for our family as my wife's family came from Poland. We have never been there, but this book allows you to truly learn about the culture, geography, and things that really make the country unique. I always appreciate that the author writes about things that kids would find important as my daughters always find these books to be fun reads! This is a great book for the whole family!

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Book Review - Day of the Dead Masks to Color

About the Book
This November 1st and 2nd, get ready to celebrate the Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) like never before. Inspired by the Mexican and Latin American holidays celebrating dearly departed loved ones―and growing in popularity across North America―this book offers 16 elaborate press-out masks to color, display, and wear. You’ll find images of skulls (known as Calaveras) sporting smiles, bedecked with gorgeous flowers, and covered in intricate, decorative designs. There are also illustrations of folk art skeletons and sugar skulls, the highly sought-after artisanal sweets and chocolates made specifically for the holiday. Once you’re finished coloring, pop out your creations (the pages are perforated), wear, enjoy, and share them with the world. With Day of the Dead Masks to Color, you can relax, unwind, and let your imagination run free as you partake in a joyful centuries-old tradition. Includes elastic headbands for each mask.



My Take on the Book
This is a great book that will get you in the mood for the upcoming Day of the Dead. The images are amazing and once you color them the pictures really become vibrant and alive. As someone that always has loved the pageant and costumes that come with the Day of the Dead and now you can experience it in a brand new way through this great book!

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Book Review - Queen Dog

About the Book
Queen Dog has ruled her castle with grace and majesty since she was a pup. Her people adore her. They provide her with delicious meals and shower her with attention. Lately, though, they have been a bit distracted and service has started to slip. Queen Dog tries her best to make do--but then a stranger moves into the castle! Who is this tiny newcomer commanding all the attention? A servant, or a pretender to the throne?

With comic action and a regal twist, Queen Dog turns a royal pain into a perfect princess.



My Take on the Book
This was a very cute book that looked at the birth of a new baby and the changing dynamic within a home through the eyes of a dog that was queen of the castle before the new arrival. The artwork was very cute and the story was very creative. You will love seeing through the eyes of this regal puppy and it help talk with your own kids when a new sibling may be on the way too.

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Book Review - Brick Animals: 40 Clever & Creative Ideas to Make from Classic LEGO

About the Book
LEGO builders, rejoice! The celebrated author of Brick City, Brick Wonders, Brick Flicks, Brick History and Brick Vehicles is back with this new title that offers 40 original, ingenious, and unique buildable projects to make from LEGO pieces. In Brick Animals, anyone with a drawer full of LEGO bricks will be able to build and customize cute animal models, including a cute cat, wild swan, big polar bear, friendly monkey, and more. Based on the brick selection found in some of LEGO's Classic series, each project is a great way to test out unusual building techniques or to mix up pieces from existing kits that have already been broken up. Free your inner architect with these fun projects that really get your creative juices flowing. You can follow the instructions to the letter or go off in your own direction--it's your choice! Many of the designs in these books use fewer than 100 bricks, so you don't need a lot of bricks to get started. Discover loads fun projects showcasing advanced techniques that are perfect for every LEGO enthusiast.



My Take on the Book
This is a great book that is filled with a ton of great LEGO ideas to build 40 different animals. The book is easy to follow and the instructions were simple too. I was surprised to find that I had many of the bricks that I needed to create the new creations.If you love creating with LEGO bricks you will love this book!!!

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Book Review - Brick Cars and Trucks: 40 Clever & Creative Ideas to Make from Classic LEGO

About the Book
LEGO builders, rejoice! The celebrated author of Brick City, Brick Wonders, Brick Flicks and Brick Vehicles is back with this new title that offers 40 original, ingenious, and unique buildable projects to make from LEGO pieces. In Brick Cars and Trucks, anyone with a drawer full of LEGO bricks will be able to build and customize amazing vehicles, including a Ford Model T, SUVs, monster trucks, fire engines, and more. Based on the brick selection found in some of LEGO's Classic series, each project is a great way to test out unusual building techniques or to mix up pieces from existing kits that have already been broken up. Free your inner architect with these fun projects that really get your creative juices flowing. You can follow the instructions to the letter or go off in your own direction--it's your choice! Many of the designs in these books use fewer than 100 bricks, so you don't need a lot of bricks to get started. Discover loads of fun projects showcasing advanced techniques that are perfect for every LEGO enthusiast. showcasing advanced techniques for every LEGO enthusiast.



My Take on the Book
This is a great book that is filled with a ton of great LEGO ideas to build 40 different cars and trucks. The book is easy to follow and the instructions were simple too. I was surprised to find that I had many of the bricks that I needed to create the new creations.If you love creating with LEGO bricks you will love this book!!!

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Book Review - The Pinkaboos: Bitterly and the Giant Problem

About the Book
Facing fears has never been so much fun! Join best friends Bitterly, Abyssma and Belladonna as they start a new year at Fright School.

As young "Frights", they will learn how to chase away the fears of little human girls by entering their dreams and teaching them how to overcome their nightmares. But Bitterly, the most promising "Fright", must face the school bully and some nightmares of her own. Creators Laura and Jake Gosselin offer an empowering book series for girls and young readers that presents the challenges of childhood through the thrilling and magical world of The Pinkaboos.




My Take on the Book
The Pinkaboos are in school. Fright School is run by their teacher Miss Viper. She teaches them about magic and when to use it, how to tangle zombie's legs, and much more. The little frights must take quizzes on their lessons and only when they are totally ready will Miss Viper give them a little girl who has nightmares . At that point the little fright must enter the dream and help the child overcome their fear(s).

Bitterly has a little girl named Molly to help. Molly is afraid of giants and the dark. Bitterly learns that giants hate the dark too so Molly is able to use this knowledge to over come her fear.

Most children grow up with fears. How they are able to get rid of them often depends on the adults around them. I think these Pinkaboo stories are great avenues for adults and children to discuss nightmares and fears. The book may just open up that avenue for a good discussion.

As in the other Pinkaboo stories the authors have included short biographies of the main characters at the end of the book. There is also a recipe for "wormy cupcakes", the history of giants, and some advice on how to overcome fears.
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Book Review - The Pinkaboos: Belladonna and the Nightmare Academy

About the Book
Best friends Bitterly, Belladonna and Abyssma are back for more fun and bravery in this exciting second installment of the award-winning "Pinkaboos" book series.

This time, Belladonna must scare away ghosts haunting a little girl's dreams, while a new fright named Wither struggles at Fright School. Things get complicated when Vex, the school bully, gets involved. Belladonna and her fellow Pinkaboos have to be braver than ever when they uncover Vex's super secret plot.




My Take on the Book
This is a chapter book . The authors certainly have great imaginations in creating the characters who attend Fright School and the ones who attend the Nightmare Academy. The theme of the book is there are good creatures at Fright Academy who enter children's dreams and scare away their nightmares. They assist the children in getting over their fears. However the other faction at Nightmare Academy are the creatures who cause the nightmares and scare children.

Belladonna and her friends set out desperately trying to help Ava, a little girl , who is afraid of ghosts. She has reoccurring nightmares. The frightful Vex is causing the nightmares to occur.

The story details how Belladonna and her friends must have courage and work together to successfully help Ava and remove Vex and her nightmare cohorts.

At the end of the book the authors have added additional biographies of the main characters. There are a few art projects and a project to make a bat house too.

This is an imaginative and interesting chapter book for children.
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