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September 29, 2017
A Self-Absorbed Cat – Chester by Mélanie Watt. Book Review.
If you have a cat, you and your child will totally get this picture book. If not, younger children might have difficulty understanding the concept. The author, Mélanie Watt, tries to write a book about a mouse but Chester, the cat, hijacks the book with his red marker. He inserts words and sentences, scribbles out … Continue reading A Self-Absorbed Cat – Chester by Mélanie Watt. Book Review.
September 27, 2017
Diane Wigginton Three Random Questions Interview
Diane Merrill Wigginton began writing after retiring from two careers. From 1983 to 1998 she was an Registered Dental Assistant and decided to retire before the birth of her last child. Then upon moving from San Diego, California to Herald, California, a small rural community in the Sacramento County in 2001 she began caring for … Continue reading Diane Wigginton Three Random Questions Interview
Writers’ Awards – Are They Worth It?
Every Wednesday, beginning October 4, I wish be discussing Writers’ Awards. I won’t be discussing the tried and true like the Caldecott. There has been an explosion of available awards since the arrival of indie publishing. These are the topics: Are they worth the time and money to enter? Do they result in increased exposure, … Continue reading Writers’ Awards – Are They Worth It?
September 25, 2017
Rocky the Cat Who Barks by Joanna Joe Napoli and Marie Kane. Illustrated by Tamara Petrosino. Book Review.
This is a simple picture book story for early readers that is completely believable. Rocky is a dog, possibly a beagle, who lives with an elderly lady. One day she has to move into an apartment building with her son. This part I didn’t understand because it said no dogs were allowed. But Rocky … Continue reading Rocky the Cat Who Barks by Joanna Joe Napoli and Marie Kane. Illustrated by Tamara Petrosino. Book Review.
September 24, 2017
Getting to the Vet on Time – Is It Possible? Recycled Sundays.
It’s bad enough when my mailbox is stuffed with bills, requests for donations, and rejection letters, but I really hate it when my cats get more personal mail than I do. Their veterinarian sends them postcards. At least, they don’t picture domestic cats lazing in the sunshine on southern beaches wearing sunglasses and sipping kittenaid. … Continue reading Getting to the Vet on Time – Is It Possible? Recycled Sundays.
September 20, 2017
Three Random Questions Interview with Lauren Isabelle Pierre.
Lauren Isabelle Pierre is a children’s writer, self-taught illustrator, and aspiring comic artist. She began self-publishing her picture books at the age of 15. At the ripe old age of 18, she has a lifetime ahead of her to grow and share. Bonnie Ferrante: Welcome, Lauren. I have to say, you slipped under my radar. … Continue reading Three Random Questions Interview with Lauren Isabelle Pierre.
September 18, 2017
The Cat Who Loved to Swim by LeAnne Miller. Illustrated by Linda Manthey. Book Review.
The Cat Who Loved to Swim features a feline, Casper, who is being mocked by his friends for swimming. They tell him that cats don’t behave like that. Then, they each realize they are unique in some way. The goat likes gymnastics. The donkey sings. The monkey plays violin. Casper convinces them to compete in … Continue reading The Cat Who Loved to Swim by LeAnne Miller. Illustrated by Linda Manthey. Book Review.
September 17, 2017
How to Provide Outside Entertainment for Indoor Cats – Recycled Sundays
When we brought our first two cats home from the pound, we were committed to keeping them indoors. I had vivid memories of the black tomcat named Fluffy from my childhood. He would disappear for days and then return looking like he’d escaped the dungeons of the Marquis de Sade. He was slashed, bruised, lost … Continue reading How to Provide Outside Entertainment for Indoor Cats – Recycled Sundays
September 16, 2017
New Cinderella Video.
A new video of the story of Cinderella is available on my YouTube site Bonnie Ferrante – Making Reading and Learning Fun. It is made using Legos, Little People, and graphics. After your child watches it, encourage him or her to act out the story using toys or dress up. Here is the script for reference … Continue reading New Cinderella Video.
September 15, 2017
Milton the Christmas Moose by Steve and Jean Goodwin. Illustrated by Loanna Philippou. Book Review.
This book was written to teach children the importance of kindness, inclusion, forgiveness, and the spirit of Christmas. Milton has one antler smaller than the other and one leg shorter than the other. Like Rudolph, he is teased and excluded by his species. However he makes friends with all the other animals, helps them … Continue reading Milton the Christmas Moose by Steve and Jean Goodwin. Illustrated by Loanna Philippou. Book Review.
