Bonnie Ferrante's Blog, page 30
June 13, 2017
Chicken Doesn’t Want to Be Chicken by Elsa Takaoka. Illustrated by Catherine Toennisson. Book Review.
The cover of this book shows the chicken with a bone in his beak which certainly arouses interest and a little unease. This picture book has few words on each page. It is a “learn to read book”. Takaoka does an admirable job of telling a lively, funny story with simple words. The story begins, … Continue reading Chicken Doesn’t Want to Be Chicken by Elsa Takaoka. Illustrated by Catherine Toennisson. Book Review.
June 12, 2017
Alligator Angles by Stephanie Neilan. Book Review.
This tiny book introduces a clever way for children to remember the three major types of mathematical angles. The narrator finds a cute baby alligator. On the page, an alligator is represented by straight lines, his jaw forming an acute angle. The right angle is represented by an alligator mother. (After all, aren’t mothers … Continue reading Alligator Angles by Stephanie Neilan. Book Review.
June 11, 2017
Kip and Kamuela’s Adventures in Rome by Jonah Christian Hall. Book Review.
Since there is only one name on this book, I assume the illustrations and text are both written by Jonah Christian Hall. The illustrations in this book are lively, professional, and comprehensive. I think they are ink and watercolor. Hall is a talented and amusing artist. He uses point of view and placement to create … Continue reading Kip and Kamuela’s Adventures in Rome by Jonah Christian Hall. Book Review.
June 10, 2017
Munro vs. the Coyote by Darren Groth. Book Review.
Munro Maddux has a serious problem. Since his little sister died, his inner voice has taken control of his life. He calls it the coyote since it tricks and torments him relentlessly. It undermines his confidence, shames him, and encourages him to make psychologically and socially unhealthy choices. Munro decides he needs a dramatic … Continue reading Munro vs. the Coyote by Darren Groth. Book Review.
June 9, 2017
Princess Crazy
Princesses and little girls who want to be them – like or dislike? You may love the idea of little girls in fancy gowns and tiaras or you may hate it. I don’t see it as a simple either/or. Princess Diana did a lot of charity work. She also helped to reduce the stigma against … Continue reading Princess Crazy
June 8, 2017
Unforeseen Consequences – Erasable by Linda Yiannakis. Book Review.
If you read yesterday’s interview with Linda Yiannakis, you have already realised that Erasable is an intriguing novel for children. The protagonist, nine-year-old Ellie, discovers something in her grandmother’s attic that promises to solve all her problems. But like the genie who grants three wishes, one never knows where magic will lead. Ellie has little understanding … Continue reading Unforeseen Consequences – Erasable by Linda Yiannakis. Book Review.
June 7, 2017
Power Without Wisdom – Author Linda Yiannakis Three Random Questions Interview
Linda Yiannakis has worked with children as a Speech-language pathologist for over 30 years. Her interest in language on becoming a writer has been an important influence on becoming a writer. She also teaches martial arts and there are certain philosophical elements from that world that have made their way into her work. Linda lives in … Continue reading Power Without Wisdom – Author Linda Yiannakis Three Random Questions Interview
June 6, 2017
It’s a Bummer for the Plumber! by Joshua Tiner. Illustrated by Najwan Zoubi.
Tiner must have missed the line in my submission guidelines that says no religious books because this is a picture book written specifically for Christian children. The plumber has a bad day. He gets drenched by broken faucets, yelled at by an elderly lady, drenched by a broken bathtub pipe, splattered by feces from a … Continue reading It’s a Bummer for the Plumber! by Joshua Tiner. Illustrated by Najwan Zoubi.
June 4, 2017
Do You Believe in Fairies?
A fun video to share with your child. In less than three minutes, the fairies explore shapes, numbers to ten, and the alphabet. If you find these videos worthwhile, please subscribe, comment, thumbs up, and share. If there is a subject you would like featured on my youtube site, drop a comment. Enjoy.
Another Cruel Invention: Personal Hygiene and Camping. Recycled Sundays.
Now that the weather is warmer, I see some of my neighbours cleaning out and preparing their campers. I’ve never had one, just a tent. I have fond memories of Sleeping Giant Park and, although it was enjoyable, one thing I disliked about tenting was the struggle for personal hygiene. Going for a shower was … Continue reading Another Cruel Invention: Personal Hygiene and Camping. Recycled Sundays.
