Category: Young Readers

My Book Review of Fox in Socks (Beginner Books)

by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Inspirational, & Motivational, Poetry, Young Readers

Fox in Socks by Dr. Seuss My rating: 4 of 5 stars Dr. Seuss Is GeniusI read this as a child and loved it. I read it again now, and though I admit Dr. Seuss is a genius, this book overwhelmed my senses. I was surprised by that. LOLFor a child, especially a new reader, … Continue reading My Book Review of Fox in Socks (Beginner Books)

My Book Review of A Reindeer’s First Christmas/New Friends for Christmas (Dr. Seuss/Cat in the Hat)

by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Inspirational, & Motivational, Middle Grade Lit, Women Writers, Young Readers

A Reindeer's First Christmas/New Friends for Christmas (Dr. Seuss/Cat in the Hat) (Deluxe Pictureback) by Rabe, Tish (2012) Paperback by Tish Rabe My rating: 3 of 5 stars Cute Companion StoriesThese titles definitely work best as a package deal. Reading the reindeer version, I felt it odd to have so many critters crammed into the … Continue reading My Book Review of A Reindeer’s First Christmas/New Friends for Christmas (Dr. Seuss/Cat in the Hat)

My Book Review of Golem

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Folklore, History, Inspirational, & Motivational, Middle Grade Lit, Myths & Legends, Non-Fiction & Educational, Paranormal & Supernatural

Golem by David Wisniewski My rating: 4 of 5 stars Dark Historical FictionI knew what a golem was, so seeing a middle grade book about one drew my eye. Was this a horror story for kids? I needed to know more.Surprisingly, this is a Jewish tale. A Historical Fiction about Judean lore and culture. It … Continue reading My Book Review of Golem

My Book Review of A Long Winter’s Nap/Flight of The Penguin (CAT IN THE HAT KNOW A LOT ABOUT THAT!)

by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Middle Grade Lit, Non-Fiction & Educational, Series, Women Writers, Young Readers

A Long Winter's Nap/Flight of the Penguin by Tish Rabe My rating: 5 of 5 stars Tribute To Dr. Seuss' LegacyI really love this author's continuation of Dr. Seuss' classics. Dare I say I appreciate it more than the original because it's more logical, mature, and educational. Of course, Dr. Seuss focused more on emotional … Continue reading My Book Review of A Long Winter’s Nap/Flight of The Penguin (CAT IN THE HAT KNOW A LOT ABOUT THAT!)

My Book Review of When Bad Things Happen (The Adventures of Mr. Fuzzy Ears)

by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Inspirational, & Motivational, Middle Grade Lit, Women Writers, Young Readers

When Bad Things Happen by Donna Carr Roberts My rating: 3 of 5 stars Positive Message About Illness and Death.This book is going to be in the eye of the reader. There's an exciting race, a story of illness with recovery, and an emotional tale of loss. Unfortunately, they don't go together, so this should … Continue reading My Book Review of When Bad Things Happen (The Adventures of Mr. Fuzzy Ears)