Bonnie Ferrante's Blog, page 49
December 3, 2016
The Magic Leaf by Mary Feliciani. Book Review.
The first thing I consider when reviewing a book is how it starts. Is the beginning intriguing or inviting? Do we immediately understand the point of the story? Page 2/3 says, “Carlo lived in a small town called Roseto. The town had winding roads and was surrounded by mountains. Roseto sat at the foot of … Continue reading The Magic Leaf by Mary Feliciani. Book Review.
December 2, 2016
Who Would Throw Live Kittens in the Trash? – The Curious Cat Spy Club by Linda Joy Singleton. Book Review.
Click here to buy The Curious Cat Spy Club Kelsey is a loner, but not because she wants to be one. She would like nothing more than to be best friends with Becca Morales but the Sparkler is kind but distant. That is, until Kelsey rescues her zorse. Yes, I spelled that correctly. This event … Continue reading Who Would Throw Live Kittens in the Trash? – The Curious Cat Spy Club by Linda Joy Singleton. Book Review.
December 1, 2016
Ted, the Fire Engine Who is Afraid of Fires by Lakshmi Mitter. Book Review.
Click on the cover for more information or to buy the book. Lakshmi Mitter has written a cute little story about overcoming fear. There is no trick to it, Ted, the fire engine, gradually learns that he can do more than he thinks. He uses a helmet to create a feeling of security and safety … Continue reading Ted, the Fire Engine Who is Afraid of Fires by Lakshmi Mitter. Book Review.
November 30, 2016
Making a Difference for Non-English Children: Author/Publisher S. J. Bushue Three Random Questions Interview
S. J. Bushue owns, operates and writes books for The Little Fig. Her post-graduate studies have focused on special education. Sherry is published in children’s books, newspapers, poetry collections and was a columnist for a magazine with focus on large families. Bonnie Ferrante: Welcome Sherry. Please give me a short genesis of The Little Fig. … Continue reading Making a Difference for Non-English Children: Author/Publisher S. J. Bushue Three Random Questions Interview
November 29, 2016
The Amida Tree Wins Silver Medal in Mom’s Choice Awards
Click here to buy The Amida Tree The Mom’s Choice Awards® has named The Amida Tree as among the best in family-friendly media, products and services. The MCA evaluation process uses a propriety methodology in which entries are scored on a number of elements including production quality, design, educational value, entertainment value, originality, appeal, and … Continue reading The Amida Tree Wins Silver Medal in Mom’s Choice Awards
The Amida Tree Wins Silve Medal in Mom’s Choice Awards
Click here to buy The Amida Tree The Mom’s Choice Awards® has named The Amida Tree as among the best in family-friendly media, products and services. The MCA evaluation process uses a propriety methodology in which entries are scored on a number of elements including production quality, design, educational value, entertainment value, originality, appeal, and … Continue reading The Amida Tree Wins Silve Medal in Mom’s Choice Awards
November 28, 2016
Does the New Kid Always Get Bullied? – Malcolm Devlin and the Shadow of a Hero by Michael Ferrari. Book Review.
Click here to buy Malcolm Devlin and the Shadow of a Hero Malcolm Devlin and the Shadow of a Hero begins with a riveting and heartbreaking chapter. Malcolm and his parents are a circus family. Mom stands in the middle of a centrifuge while dad drives around her at top speed on a motorcycle. Malcolm … Continue reading Does the New Kid Always Get Bullied? – Malcolm Devlin and the Shadow of a Hero by Michael Ferrari. Book Review.
November 27, 2016
“I don’t know what I want to do. Nothing interests me.” (Recycled Sundays)
Lately I’ve been thinking about how many young people (teens and twenties) elect to do nothing in the absence of finding a “fulfilling” or “exciting” job (with good pay, holidays and benefits to boot). Personally, I’m of the belief that this almost never happens. I think we MAKE our jobs fulfilling or exciting, just like … Continue reading “I don’t know what I want to do. Nothing interests me.” (Recycled Sundays)
November 26, 2016
My First Travel Books: The Seven Natural Wonders of the Earth by Anna Othitis. Book Review.
Click on the cover to buy a copy of this book. The book begins with the seven flags of the countries where the natural wonders are located. It then shows up world map marking the special places. The first natural wonder featured is the spectacular Northern lights or aurora borealis in the Arctic. The yellow … Continue reading My First Travel Books: The Seven Natural Wonders of the Earth by Anna Othitis. Book Review.
November 25, 2016
Superheroes Don’t Wear Glasses by Jacqueline Waterhouse. Book Review.
Click here to buy Superheroes Don’t Wear Glasses Superheroes Don’t Wear Glasses is a sweet little story a parent would read to a primary school boy who is hesitant to wear glasses. In the story, Alfie resists wearing glasses. He meets a pixie who brings him to the Land of Power where he meets Spartacus, … Continue reading Superheroes Don’t Wear Glasses by Jacqueline Waterhouse. Book Review.
