Book Review - National Geographic Kids Almanac 2022, U.S. Edition

About the Book

Kids can have fun keeping up with our quickly changing world with the New York Times best-selling almanac, packed with incredible photos, tons of fun facts, adventures with National Geographic Explorers, crafts, activities, and fascinating features about animals, science, nature, technology, conservation, and more. The 2022 edition features a new Kids vs. Plastic chapter packed with ideas on how you can reduce your plastic waste. There's a whole chapter full of fun and games, including activities, jokes, and comics. Practical reference material, including fast facts and maps of every country, is fully updated. Homework help on key topics is sprinkled throughout the book

 

My Take on the Book
Every year National Geographic continues to put together and share this great almanac. The book has so much amazing information all packed into such a small book. If you have a reader that loves to learn, this book delivers. Whether you love animals, geography, or a little bit of everything else, this book really allows you to become a treasure trove of facts and figures that you can then share with others.

 
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Book Review - Cold Hearted

About the Book

This was supposed to be her happily ever after...

It’s a familiar tale: A kind and beautiful young girl, reeling from the loss. A doting father, frantic to bring a mother’s love back into his daughter’s life. And the selfish, cruel woman who insinuates herself into that family―a woman so unfeeling, so cold-hearted, that when her new husband dies, she makes the girl a servant in her own home.

But who is that evil stepmother, that icy lady of the house? How did she become so closed off that, in the face of a child’s grief, she thought only to seek wealth and power for herself and her abhorrent daughters? Before that fateful ball, before the glass slipper and the prince, there was another story―a story of love and grief, of hope and of dreams dashed. It is the story of Lady Tremaine.

Even the coldest of villains are sometimes wives and mothers, women who loved and lost and hoped for something grander for their lives . . . once upon a dream.

The latest novel in Serena Valentino’s deliciously devious Villains series introduces the most famed and hated wicked stepmother of them all―but turns everything you know about her on its head.

My Take on the Book
Another great addition to the villain tails that allows you to better understand the evil stepmother. This book really makes you see this villain in a different light. The question is whether, by the end of the book, you will see the evil stepmother as not as evil as you originally thought or not. The author does an amazing job of drawing you in from beginning to end and as with the other books in this series, I, for one loved getting to see this iconic villain in a new way and I think you will too. 

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Book Review - The Ghostly Tales of Michigan's Haunted Lighthouses

About the Book

Welcome to the spooky shores of Michigan!

Stay alert! Ghosts lurk around every corner. Even the most unexpected places might be haunted by wandering phantoms.

Did you know that the former keeper of the Seul Choix Point Lighthouse still keeps his watch, despite having been dead for over a hundred years? Or that a mysterious young girl searches for playmates at the Marquette Island Lighthouse? Can you believe that the poltergeist at Waugoshance Shoal Lighthouse loves to play pranks on visitors?

Pulled right from history, these ghostly tales will change the way you see Michigan's coast, and have you sleeping with the light on!

My Take on the Book

If you love hauntings and mysteries, you will love this story. As someone that grew up in Michigan I have always loved Michigan Lighthouses, and this book not only introduces you to some of the lighthouses but also the possible hauntings from the lighthouses too. The book is written for younger readers, so it is not scary, but it is informative in many ways and definitely will encourage you to do some traveling of your own throughout Michigan to check out the hauntings for yourself. This is a great book for any lover of Michigan, ghosts, or lighthouses! 

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Book Review - Pizazz

About the Book

Discover the annoying side of being a superhero from snarky, reluctant hero Pizazz in this hilarious and highly illustrated new series for young middle-graders—perfect for fans of Dog Man and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.

Most people think superhero work is awesome and fulfilling. Pizazz knows better. Whenever she’s in the middle of a movie or having fun with her friends, she has to dash off the save the world. And she’s always in the same outfit, including an embarrassing glittery cape, and the wedgies are unreal. Plus, being the good guy all the time is so not easy. Superheroes have bad days like everybody else, but Pizazz always has to be cheerful and noble, and brave. More than anything, she just wants to be normal.

My Take on the Book
This was a great book that any young reader will love. Even if you have a child that does not love to read, this book will find that this book will have them coming back for more. The book is funny, but also has a great superhero arc that is fun for the whole family to enjoy. Adding on great illustrations you will be drawn into the book from beginning to end. Get ready for a great read!

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Book Review - Luca: Silenzio, Bruno!: When in Doubt, Shout It Out!

About the Book
Inspired by Disney and Pixar's film Luca, this story reminds us that with encouragement and some help from good friends, everyone―even sea monsters―can learn to believe in themselves. Includes two surprise fold-out pages!

Alberto Scorfano thinks he's pretty wise for his fourteen years. And if there's one thing he's an expert in, it is getting rid of Brunos. Who is Bruno? He is the voice in your head telling you: "No! You can't do it! You'll never make it!" Bruno is sneaky, annoying, and rude, but don't worry―Alberto is here to help you and his friends send Bruno to the bottom of the sea.

Perfect for graduation gifts, bedtime reading, or for anyone who needs a little extra encouragement!

My Take on the Book
What is so great about this book is that it challenges any reader to fight the inner voices that they have in their heads that continue to keep them down. This book lets you see that you can achieve so much if you silence the inner naysaying voice that may be in your head. The book really walks you through some of the aspects of the new Luca movie, but beyond that it allows you to see that you can overcome so much. This is a great book for young and old alike!

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Book Review - Luca Read-Along Storybook and CD

About the Book

Set off on an adventure of a lifetime in this Read-Along Storybook and CD based on Disney and Pixar's film Luca!

Luca and Alberto are two friends who happen to be sea monsters. When they journey to a nearby seaside town, they find new friendships, amazing experiences, and an unforgettable summer.

Experience the magic and adventure of Luca with this book-and-CD set, featuring thrilling sound effects, word-for-word narration, and original character voices from the film.

My Take on the Book
This is a great book that lets you get an idea of what the new Pixar movie is going to be about and what is best is you get to hear it in the voices of the characters from the film. As you get ready for this fun movie you can read and listen along to the characters as they lead you through the plot of the story itself. After reading and listening to this you will be even more excited for the movie, I know I was! 

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Book Review - Disney Baby Baby Signs: First Words

About the Book
What's Baby thinking? Teach them to tell you with Baby Signs!

Many experts believe that baby sign can aid in communication for little ones from ages 8 months to 2 years before developing verbal skills to express their needs and emotions. Appealing to this need, this board book packed with adorable Disney characters introduces 12 easy-to-learn signs so babies and toddlers can tell you when they are happy, hungry, and more!

Communicate with your baby by teaching them these simple signs with favorite Disney characters!

My Take on the Book
This is a cute book that will help you speak with your baby in a whole new way. The book provides you with signs that you can show to your baby and then practice to better be able to communicate with them on a daily basis. 

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