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101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up~ Review

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I received this book for free from Walter Foster Jr in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

by Bianca Schulze
Published by Walter Foster Jr on October 10, 2016
Genres: Children's, Non-Fiction
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback
Source: Walter Foster Jr
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101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up provides a comprehensive list of kid-friendly books for children to read before they grow up. This must-read review list acts as an interactive journal where kids can document the books they read, why they like them, and how they rate them. Divided into sections by subject, from fairy tales and fantasy to sports and nonfiction, 101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up celebrates the importance of reading and encourages family participation to develop lifelong readers. The perfect reference guide for book lovers of all ages, 101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up helps both kids and parents decide which books to read next!

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One of the most fun books we have seen in a long time! 101 Books to Read Before your Grow Up has perfect ideas for starting to read and review as a child. There’s a sot at the bottom of each page for a star rating, a “read it” check box and lines for notes. The illustrations and design is bright and colorful.  My children were interested and involved from the moment it arrived on our front porch. This is a treasure which includes award-winning authors and well known tales.

To buy, not borrow!

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About the Author

Bianca Schulze is the founder of The Children’s Book Review, a resource devoted to children’s literature and recognized by the American Library Association as a “Great Website for Kids.” She is a reader, reviewer, mother, and children’s book lover. Combined with her love of books and experience as a children’s bookseller, Bianca’s goal is to share her passion to help grow readers.

Wee Gallery: Farm: A Slide and Play book

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I received this book for free from QEB Publishing in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

Wee Gallery: Farm: A Slide and Play book by Surya Sajnani
Published by QEB Publishing on October 1, 2016
Genres: Children's
Pages: 8
Format: Hardcover
Source: QEB Publishing
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Little fingers can easily learn how to move the sliders to reveal four favorite household pets and their names in this interactive board book. Wee Gallery range This stunning new range of board, cloth, and activity books for pre-schoolers marries fresh design with engaging educational content. The result of a fantastic partnership between Wee Gallery and QEB Publishing, the beautiful illustrations, bold lines, whimsical animals, and repeating patterns are designed to stimulate visual development in young infants. Family-run Wee Gallery have over 10 years experience in graphic design and education, and so these books are guaranteed to excite and engage little minds.

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This series is a favorite in our home. When the package arrived, all were fighting over who got to read it first. Sturdy board books with simple black and white illustrations with pops of color, wee gallery books are entertaining for the whole family. We loved the sliding pieces in Farm, which give the feeling you are putting together a puzzle while you read. Our oldest read aloud to our youngest.

Put these on your gift giving list for anyone you know with a young one!

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Surya Sajnani grew up in India, and graduated with a degree in Chemistry, Botany and Zoology before finding her passion in design. Surya has a wealth of experience in the industry and has trained with some of India’s leading designers. Surya moved to the US in 2000, and founded Wee Gallery with her husband, Dave Pinto, after their first child was born in 2002. Surya’s style is inspired by Indian Folk art and is characterized by bold strokes and graphic compositions. Wee Gallery products have won numerous awards, and are carried by museum shops and stores worldwide.

Frazzled: Everyday Disasters and Impending Doom~ Child’s Book Review

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Frazzled: Everyday Disasters and Impending Doom by Booki Vivat
Published by HarperCollins on September 27, 2016
Genres: Middle Grade
Pages: 240
Format: Hardcover
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Meet Abbie Wu. Abbie is in crisis—and not just because she’s starting middle school or because she’s stuck in a family that doesn’t quite get her or because everyone seems to have a Thing except her. Abbie Wu is always in crisis.

From debut author and professional doodler Booki Vivat, Frazzled dives right into the mind of this hilariously neurotic middle school girl as she tries to figure out who she is and where she belongs. Akin to Smile by Raina Telgemeier, Frazzled is heavily illustrated, embarrassingly honest, and sure to appeal to anyone in the middle of figuring out how to survive the everyday disasters of growing up.

"Honest, sweet, and laugh-out-loud funny," raves Brightly.com. "Fans of <em_font_element>Smile and <em_font_element>Diary of a Wimpy Kid will appreciate this debut."

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Frazzled is about Abbie Wu, evil teachers, and middle school. When Abbie reaches middle school she is absolutely, guaranteed without a doubt 100% doomed (in her own words). The only thing she looks forward to is the so called “delicious lunch.” But on the first day of school she cant even look forward to that…oh and she seems to be the only without a “thing.”

With the help of her CRAZY aunt, her brother, and her friends will Abbie make it through middle school? Well let me tell you ……..just kidding you’ll have yo read it for yourself . I  loved this book.  I read it in one day.  I LOVED the illustrations on this book.- E, age 10

 

little red reads ratingAbout the Author

Booki Vivat has been doodling somewhat seriously since 2011 and not-so-seriously since childhood. She grew up in Southern California and graduated from the University of California, San Diego. She currently works in publishing and lives in Brooklyn, New York. This is her first novel. You can follow her on Instagram at @bookibookibooki and on Twitter at @thebookiv.