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Children’s Ebook Review – Scary School

March 19, 2012 By Heather Leave a Comment

Scary School 
by Derek the Ghost aka Derek Taylor Kent 
Ebook format 
Published June 21st, 2011 
by HarperCollins 
ISBN 0061960926
Book Source: Author 
4 Stars 

Book Summary: You think your school’s scary?
Get a load of these teachers:
Ms. Fang, an 850-year-old vampire!
Dr. Dragonbreath, who just might eat you before recess!
Mr. Snakeskin—science class is so much more fun when it’s taught by someone who’s half zombie!
Mrs. T—break the rules and spend your detention with a hungry Tyrannosaurus rex!
Plus, Gargoyles, goblins, and Frankenstein’s monster on the loose!
The world’s most frighteningly delicious school lunch! And, the narrator’s an eleven-year-old ghost!
Join Charles “New Kid” Nukid as he makes some very Scary friends—including Petunia, Johnny, and Peter the Wolf—and figures out that Scary School can be just as funny as it is spooky!

Margie’s Review: All middle grade readers will definitely love this new series! Such a fun and quirky book that starts with us meeting our narrator, Derek the Ghost. We get to know a little about Derek and how/why he is a ghost… and then he introduces us to what we will find and who we will meet at Scary School. 

In my opinion, this book was more of an introduction to the series than actual story telling. Every chapter is dedicated to a different teacher or student, giving us their story and background – if it wasn’t for the fact that Derek the Ghost reminds you of the underlying story that he’s trying to tell you, it felt like I was reading a bunch of short stories. Because of this, it was a bit hard to get into at first, but with the help of the illustrations at the beginning of each chapter, it started to flow easily and was a lot of fun. 

My 8yo son is now reading it – and he is enjoying it more than I thought he would! We have already talked about a few of the characters and side stories and have learned… 

“Don’t judge a monster by the way he/she looks, looks can be deceiving!” 
“Always follow the rules! They’re made for a reason!” 

And here is some exciting news! Derek the Ghost is hard at work and writing up a storm! 
The next book will also be released as a hardcover on June 26th, 2012… Scary School #2: Monsters on the March. 
There is no official blurbs/quotes for it yet. But I’m pretty confident that it is going to be a good, laugh-out-loud story for the kiddos 🙂 Keep an eye out for it! 

I recommend this book for ages 8 and up.

About the author:  Derek the Ghost is an eleven-year-old ghost who haunts the classrooms and hallways of Scary School writing down all the spine-tingling, often hilarious things that go on there. Despite his ghostly state, Derek still enjoys reading comic books and hopes to one day become a master ninja. If that doesn’t work out, he will continue to share the fun of this very special, very secret school, so all kids can experience the scariest school on Earth.

Find more about Derek the Ghost on Scary School’s Official Website, Facebook, Twitter and Goodreads.


Children’s Ebook Review- Is It Nice? Manners For Kids

March 19, 2012 By Heather Leave a Comment


Is It Nice? Manners For Kids
by Casey Chapman
Amazon Edition
Published 2011
by Casey Chapman
ASINB006L7JRSC
Book Source: Bought
4 stars

Book Overview from Amazon:  Is It Nice? Manners For Kids was written to help young children behave in different situations. Its colorful illustrations and easy to understand messages make it easy for readers to learn the nice thing to do in everyday life. What should you do after you burp? Is it nice to yell or whine when you want something? These questions and others are answered for a great learning experience.

Mary’s Review:  Reading this gave me the giggles as I saw each situation in my grandchildren (and even in some adults I know).  Casey has given each ill-mannered situation the proper response for a well-mannered child or person from belching, gas passing, saying thank you, I’m sorry, using your inside voice and much more.  He has even illustrated this little book with adorable cartoon-like pictures.

I recommend this book for age groups 1-12.

About the Author: Casey Chapman lives in the Chicago suburbs with his wife and two kids. The idea for this book came from his children’s love of books.  This is the first book Casey has written and illustrated.  He hopes that it will help other parents teach their children how to interact with their friends and family.

Get Is It Nice? Manners For Kids now FREE!

Review- Pro Files: Baseball: Intel on Today’s Biggest Stars And Tips on How to Play Like Them

March 16, 2012 By Heather Leave a Comment

Pro Files: Baseball: Intel on Today’s Biggest Stars And Tips on How to Play Like Them
by Sports Illustrated Kids
Hardcover, 96 pages
Published March 13th 2012
by Time Home Entertainment, Inc
ISBN 1603202382
Book Source: Publicist
5stars

Summary From Publisher: Pro Files: Baseball offers statistics and bios of the best players in Major League Baseball, along with in-depth analysis from stars and coaches. The 96-page hardcover book, with 100 action-packed colorful photos, profiles 15 of the big leagues’ hottest players and features signature content that includes: great writing, amazing statistics, and dynamic photography. Pro Files: Baseball also delves deeper, providing insider secrets on how to hit, pitch and field just like the stars in the book. Experts break down skills and present drills so that young players can learn to play like the pros. In Pro Files: Baseball, fans will not only read all about Joe Mauer and his accomplishments, but they’ll also learn how to throw out a base runner like the Minnesota Twins star. Big league profiles included in Pro Files: Baseball:
·        Justin Verlander
·        Joe Mauer
·        Evan Longoria
·        Albert Pujols
·        Roy Halladay
·        And more!
 
“We are excited to share Pro Files: Baseball with baseball fans and players of all ages,” said Bob Der, Managing Editor, Sports Illustrated Kids. “Between the trivia, statistics, and in-depth tips from pros themselves, we are confident baseball enthusiasts will think this book is a home run.” 
Heather’s Review:  We are huge MLB fans at my home so when this book showed up in the mail it was an automatic hit! The large illustrations and glossy pages draw in children of all ages. Pro Files gives young players tips on how to be a better baseball player and stats on all of their favorite players. With background reports, inside information, quotes from big time pros and skill drills this book has it all. I think it is perfect for children grades 2-6 and I would recommend it to avid adult fans as well. This book hit shelves at a perfect time with Spring training is in full swing and the regular season about to get started. A great gift for your little leaguer!
For more information, visit www.sikids.com/profilesbaseball. 
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