I’m back from a nice quiet holiday and since we have a new puppy named Ruby, I’ve been reading dog training books in my free time. I hope everyone has been reading and maybe a lot of you got a new ereader for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or maybe even a birthday gift. Be sure to check out our collection of ebooks and our downloadable audio books, just click here to see what we have to offer.
I hope you enjoy the reviews I have picked for you and have a great holiday and keep reading!
Jane O’Connor 100th Day of School 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Lauren & parent Age 6.5
Lauren loved the book because there was lots of jewelry! She would share this book with her girlfriends. Lauren just loves all Fancy Nancy stories. The books always includes her friends.
Barbara Park Junie B., First Grader: Dumb Bunny 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Julia Age 7
In this book I would like to meet Junie B. Jones. I want to meet her because she is so cool. I love Junie B. Jones because she is so funny! That is why I want to meet Junie B. Jones! She Rocks!!
Mo Willems Can I Play Too? 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Evan & parent Age 5
We love the Elephant and Piggie books. Evan loves to see the expressions on their faces. They also show how to work out problems and how to be a good friend. Evan loved seeing Snake get “bonked ” on the head in this book.
Eric Carle Today is Monday 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Avery Age 2
I liked it. I like the cat eating roast beef. I like the monkey eating ice cream. Other kids will say, “I like it!”
Mary Pope Osborne Civil War on Sunday 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Nate Age 8
I really liked this book because it told about the Civil War. It was sad to read about all the people who died. My friends would think it is a good book. I would love to meet Jack and Annie.
Joy Allen Princess Party 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Brenna Age 6
I like this book because it is fun! The girls wear fun costumes and have fun pretending!
Megan E. Bryant Shape Spotters 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Faith & parent Age 5
My child and I liked reading “Shape Spotters” because it was very educational. It taught us about every basic shape and it had us find similiar shapes in every page of the book. We really recommend this book to other parents and children because it helps children learn their colors and shapes. The one thing that the illustrator’s work was on target was the vivid colors which helps keep children engaged and not bored.
Eric Carle Little Cloud 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Ryely Age 4
It’s a really good book. The clouds come down and touch the trees and houses. The cloud turned into shapes. I could find shapes in the clouds. Other kids will like finding shapes in the clouds.
Janice Shefelman Anna Maria’s Gift 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Danielle Age 8
My friends should read this book because it is amazing. It helps a little girl remember her father. The book will make the reader sad and then happy. This is now one of my favorite books!
Jeff Brown Stanley and the Magic Lamp 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Michelle Age 7
I learned that you should not be so greedy. And I give this book an A+. It was the best book ever and I would like to meet Stanley.
Laura Numeroff If You Give a Pig a Pancake 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Krista Age 8
It reminded me of when I ate pancakes and I got all sticky. NOT GOOD! I think people should read this book because it’s funny, silly, hilarious and cute. I think the funniest part of the book was when she sees the picture of herself sitting on top of the couch. I’m hungry for some pancakes and syrup. Are you?
Laurie Dower To Have and To Hold 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Paige Age 10
In To Have and To Hold Madison’s dad gets married. She not too excited about going to the wedding. The saddest part was that her parents are divorced. My friends should read it because it’s really interesting and funny. I would love to meet Madison!
Lois Ehlert Eating the Alphabet 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Cameron Age 5 1/2
I liked this book. I liked seeing all the different kinds of fruits and vegetables. I thought it would be boring but it was good! The one I most like is the letter P because it has two pages. The orange is good too. My Grammy can have them.
Katharine Holabird Angelina Ballerina 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Ryleigh Age 3
I like reading this book in my room. Angelina dances all the time. She cleans up and comes downstairs. She dances with Miss Lily. I like this book because I do!
Rosetta Stone Because a Little Bug Went Ka-choo! 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Jean & parent Age 3
We love this book because it’s just like real life. Every event is connected. The best part is even though Jean can’t read the words yet, she can still understand from the pictures. And it’s a really fun book to read together!
Rick Wetzel Big Bird’s Bedtime Story 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Sam Age 5
I liked this book because it was fun to read together with my mom. I liked how everyone was taking care of the egg. The were all very nice to the egg. I really liked Cookie Monster. He is funny.
Ann Martin Kristy’s Great Idea 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Audrey Age 11
The Babysitter’s Club: Kristy’s Great Idea is about 4 girls who start babysitting not only for kids but for animals too. Kristy, the girl who thought of it, her parents are divorced. My favorite part is when she finally babysits Watson’s kids. Read this book!
Vivian French Polly’s Pink Pajamas 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Megan Age 3
Polly wears pink pajamas and is invited to a birthday party and doesn’t have anything to wear. The birthday party ends up to be a pajama party so Polly gets to wear her pink pajamas.
Joyce Dunbar Where’s My Sock? 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Austin & parent Age 4
We can totally relate to losing socks, so this book was perfect! We liked how they matched the pairs and hung them on the line. This is a really silly book with a fun surprise ending. We would definitely recommend this book!
Posted in Uncategorized December 29, 2011
I know that it is a busy time with the holidays but be sure to find time to keep up with your reading. When you are out shopping for presents, look to books and all of the fun new ebook resources out there for all ages. I just finished listening to “The Lost Hero” by Rick Riordan and it was so exciting, can’t wait for the next one. “Mark of Athena” is expected in the Fall of 2012. Here are some great books reviewed by our fantastic summer readers, enjoy and have a fantastic holiday.
Jacque Hall What Does the Rabbit Say? 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Breanna & parent Age 4
She really enjoyed this book. How all the animals have their own call, but Rabbit doesn’t say anything. I think this was her favorite out of all the books we’ve read.
Tony Abbott In the City of Dreams 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Alex Age 11
I enjoyed this book, it had everything. The funniest part was when the kids discovered Sparr was the woman they saw. The scariest part was when Keean fell to the ground after Eric blasted her. The saddest part was when they all realized Eric’s evil side had taken him over.
Bill Myers My Life as a Stupendously Stomped Soccer Star 4 Star Review
Reviewed by Satya Age 9
The funniest part in this book is when Wally gets stomped, he is still alive and gets on good. I think my friends should read it because it teaches a good lesson.
Don Freeman Corduroy 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Kate & parent Age 3
Kate likes the girl, Lisa who comes to give him a home. She would recommend Corduroy because he is cuddly and funny. The pictures are cute and she likes when Corduroy hides in the bed
Anna Dewdney Llama Llama Mad at Mama 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Zachary Age 4
Zack loves all the Llama Llama books, his favorite part is where Llama Llama throws a fit at the store and gets mad at Mama! He likes to pick out the car when they leave the store. Zack thinks it is funny when Llama Llama wears shoes. The pictures are cute and fun to look at.
Jane Resh Thomas The Comeback Dog 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Emily Age 7
I really like this book because it was about a dog. The saddest part was when Daniel let Lady go. The happiest part was when Lady came back. Daniel found Lady in a tunnel. My friends should read this book.
Eleanor Estes The Hundred Dresses 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Theresa Age 5
I like this book because all girls are in it. Other girls would like to read it because it has pictures of one hundred dresses. They’re pretty.
Gail Carson Levine The Two Princesses of Bamarre 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Katie Age 9
I think the saddest part of this book was when Addie’s sister, Meryl gets really, really sick. My friends should read this book because it’s exciting but funny. I would definitely want to meet one of the characters.
Barbara Ensor Thumbelina : Tiny Little Runaway Bride 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Benedetta Age 10
This book is about how one lady wanted to have a baby. She went to a witch to ask for her own child. The next day, the lady’s child appeared out of a flower and was much smaller in size and turned out to be a daughter. While she was growing up , the girl’s mother would not let her child play outside because it was too dangerous. Since she was the size of a thumb she got the name “Thumbelina”. While Thumbelina was stuck inside she learned to clean with her mother and started to write letters to her own imaginary friend, Dot, about her life. When Thumbelina is finally able to explore the world, she bumps into many things unexpected and is forced to make a couple of marriages along the way. Can she escape? Find out in ”Thumbelina : the tiny little runaway bride”.
Leslie Helakoski Big Chickens 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Chloe Age 9
“Big Chickens” was funny because there were 4 chickens that thought certain things were going to happen. The chickens saw some cows that they thought were going to chase them and they really did. The book has big and colorful pictures. I like reading this book before I go to bed.
Marilyn Singer I’m Your Bus 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Amelia Age 3
The yellow buses in the story have happy faces. They picked up all the kids and took them to school. I like when the yellow buses are sleeping with their eyes closed. The buses go to school every day. I like buses.
Posted in Uncategorized December 1, 2011
Visit the Kathyrn Linnemann Library on October 26th at 6:30 pm to hear Gordon Korman talk about his newest book The Medusa Plot which is the 1st book in the continuing 39 clues series: Cahills vs Vespers, and his Titanic series. We are closing the library to take as many as possible but sign up here to be sure to get a spot.
Time for more fun reviews from our summer readers, hope you enjoy them!
Phyllis Naylor Faith, Hope and Ivy June 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Brielle Age 9
The book Faith, Hope and Ivy June is about a girl named Ivy June who wins a prize to go to a girl’s house for 2 weeks and then that girl, Catherine, will come to her house. They think they are very different, but when Catherine comes to Ivy June’s house things go wrong. Catherine’s mom needs heart surgery and Ivy June’s grandpa gets stuck in a flood in an underground mine. Ivy June’s grandpa survives and Catherine’s mom survives too. Ivy June and Catherine decide they are more alike than different.
Reviewed by Hayley Age 9
The book Faith, Hope and Ivy June is about a girl named Ivy June in Thunder Creek who gets picked to go to a girl’s house in Lexington. Ivy June thinks they would have more differences than similarities. When Ivy June goes to the girl Catherine’s house life is awesome. But when Catherine goes to Ivy June’s house things go all wrong after a few days Catherine finds out that her mom needs heart surgery and Ivy June’s grandpa gets caught in a coal mine. After that the girls find out they’re more alike than different. This is a 5 Star book!!
Vivian VandeVelde Smart Dog 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Abby Age 8
I would love to meet Amy! I have a friend that has a dog and she would love THIS book! The scariest part was when they said the dog was going to get his brain cutout!
Dan Gutman Miss Daisy is Crazy! 4 Star Review
Reviewed by Paige Age 9
If you like funny books you will like this book. Miss Daisy is crazy! She doesn’t know math, she doesn’t know social studies and she doesn’t know who the first president of the United States of America. Then the kids promise that they’ll teach Miss Daisy.
Diane Stanley The Mysterious Case of the Allbright Academy 4 Star Review
Reviewed by Erin Age 10
I liked this book and would tell my friends to read it. My favorite part was when they solved the mystery. The saddest part was when Cal had to go to the hospital.
Debbie Dadey Hercules Doesn’t Pull Teeth 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Alisa Age 8
The book is the best story I read because Hercules is a god of Greece. Hercules becomes Liza’s new dentist and she freaks out, because Hercules has muscles as big as watermelons. Howie tricks Hercules into a fake challenge because Hercules loves challenges. Hercules had one challenge to keep the three headed dog that guarded the underworld.
Michael Teitelbaum Wild Pitch 4 Star Review
Reviewed by Caleb Age 8
Joey always bosses the Bombers around. Then one day as the Bombers warmed up, Ernie said “Why don’t you pitch today Joey?” and Joey thought that was a good idea. Joey threw wild until one day he stopped being bossy and let Ernie pitch. Things went good after that. After a great comeback, they went out for pizza.
Anthony Horowitz Crocodile Tears 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Ben Age 9
I really liked Crocodile Tears because it’s really exciting and it’s in Kenya. The saddest part is when the Uncle dies. The scariest part is when Alex was hanging on a ledge of a building with crocodiles beneath him. I would like to meet some of the characters and I look forward to reading more Alex Rider books.
Carol Molski Swimming Sal 4 Star Review
Reviewed by Aaron Age 6
There is this one dog that wants a medal. Every single dog on Hilltop Farm has one except Sal. There was only one thing he was good at – swimming. He swims in the creek, in the pool, in the bathtub. A girl slips on the concrete right before she jumps in the pool and this was Sal’s big chance to win a medal. He swims and wins the race and gets a 1st place medal.
Carolyn Keene Dressed to Steal – Nancy Drew 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Mary Age 10
Nancy has to solve a fashion mystery. The funniest part was when Charlie showed up. My friends should listen to this book because it’s funny, scary, confusing and nice. The character I would like to meet is Nancy Drew
Reviewed by Sara Age 10
The characters in this book are: Nancy Drew, George, Bess, Alicia, Ned. Nancy is smart and she doesn’t stop until she solves a case. George is outgoing and smart with mechanics. Bess is a computer wiz. Ned is laid back and kind. The main idea of Nancy Drew: Dressed to Steal is that when Alicia Adams opens a new store, a mob of people show up for the opening event. After a girl gets pushed through the window, the whole store is vandalized and Nancy is asked to solve the case of who vandalized the store. My favorite parts were when Nancy, Bess and George got to pick out a free dress from Alicia and Ned gave Nancy a pair of green butterfly earrings to match her new dress.
Pseudonymous Bosch The Name of This Book is Secret 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Ethan Age 8
A scary part of the book is when Ben got kidnapped. Cass is interesting and smart which makes the book fun to read. I think my friends should read this book to find out what the name of the book is and they would really like it. I would like to meet Max and Cass because they seem fun to hang out with.
Devan Aptekar Maximum Justice 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Patrick Age 6
It was fun to read and see the colorful pictures in the middle. There are cool bad guys. Some pages have black & white pictures of the characters. I like when Batman won. I also like when Penguin had a sword in his umbrella.
John Kelly The Mystery of Eatum Hall 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Anna Age 7 1/2
A pig and a goose were invited to a feast at Eatum Hall. They didn’t know that the food was really them! The wolf was trying to make them fat and bake them in a pie. But they got away!
Stephen Cole Allosaurus: Life and Death of Big Al 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Cameron Age 6
My son is very interested in dinosaurs, this book is very informative and creative. The language is easy enough for him to read and understand but still very educational. We have read this book at least 20 times in the past 2 weeks. I am sure we will be checking it out over and over.
Margaret and H.A. Rey Curious George Feeds the Animals 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Aaron 5 Star Review
Aaron loves this book because it shows so many animals he’s seen at the zoo. When reading it he recalls an experience we had while at the zoo. He also likes how George is always getting in trouble. I would especially recommend this one for little boys because of the animals.
Hope to see you at Gordon Korman’s visit and have a great day!
Posted in Uncategorized October 13, 2011
Most of you are back in school now, hope you had a wonderful summer, read tons of great books and won a book or two from the Summer Reading Program. Just because you are back at school don’t forget to pick up a fun read. I have a wonderful group of reviews that will make you want to grab one and start reading. If you click on the title or book it will take you to the St. Charles City-County Library Catalog and you can reserve it right there. Enjoy the reviews and enjoy the books.
P.E. King Down on the Funny Farm 5 Star Review 
Reviewed by Emily Age 4
I enjoyed the book because the rooster was chewing a bone. I liked the book because the dog was laying on eggs and the rooster was splashing in the mud. I recommend the book because it is so silly!
Jeff Foxworthy Dirt On My Shirt 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Madisyn Age 7 
The story made the book fun! It was funny. I liked the pictures. I love the book!
Andrea Beck Elliot’s Fire Truck 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Jack and parent Age 4
My son Jack and I really enjoyed Elliot’s Fire Truck by Andrea Beck. Jack said he liked the book because it was about saving animals. He would recommend this book to kids who like to read about animals driving fire trucks. Amy the sheep was Jack’s favorite character. Although Amy was not the main character, Jack liked her because she was a talking sheep. Overall the story was fun to read.
Tennant Redbank Barbie and the Magic of Pegasus 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Kiya Age 6
This is a very good book and me and my Grandma read it together. I like Annika the best. And the little bear Shriver was really cute and he was Annika’s friend. The horse was named Brietta. This was a really good book.
Jane Yolen & Mark Teague How Do Dinosaurs Learn Their Colors
5 Star Review
Reviewed by Emily and parent Age 3
Emily enjoyed this book, because she practiced saying her colors. She also liked the pictures of the dinosaurs.
Doug TenNapel Tommysaurus Rex 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Owen Age 5
What I liked the most was when he found the dinosaur. I think my friends should read this book because it has scary parts, sad parts and some happy parts. I was kind of confused when Eli said that “you eat cows” to the dinosaur. I liked the part when he went to his grandpa’s house because he got to see one of his grandparents and I like to see my grandparents.
Jenny Nimmo Midnight for Charlie Bone 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Trent Age 10
The book was suspenseful but funny. It was also interesting. It would be cool if I was Charlie Bone because then I could hear the thoughts of people in pictures.
Ellen Miles Rascal 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Emma Age 9
I want to meet Ellen Miles. I think it’s the best book and my friends would want to read it. I like when they get Rascal. I don’t like when they get rid of Rascal.
Wilson Rawls Summer of the Monkeys 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Julia Age 10
Summer of the Monkeys is a very good book. It is about a boy named Jay Berry. There is a monkey in it named Jimbo. I liked Jimbo a lot, he is very funny. This book has a very nice and touching ending.
Janell Cannon Stellaluna 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Lucy and parent Age 3
Lucy and I love this book! The characters are very likable and the illustrations are adorable.The story is good and has a good moral “we can be friends, even though we are different”. It also teaches the reader a little about fruit bats. My daughter loves animals, especially baby animals. So, this book is perfect for her!
Paulette Bogan Spike in the Kennel 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Ayden Age 3
Spike was a dog and he went to the kennel. He played with other dogs. He was happy at the kennel.
Judy Blume The Pain and the Great One 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Romy Age 6
The boy was called the Pain and the girl was the Great One. They each thought their parents loved the other one best. But the parents loved them the same.
Sandra Boynton A to Z 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Jackson Age 4
I like the book because it is about A to Z. I liked to read it at bedtime. It had good pictures of animals doing things. I read everything in the book. It was cool because it had flip pages.
Harriet Ziefert Waiting for Baby 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Anna Age 5
There was a little boy named Max. Max’s mommy was going to have a baby. Max waited. And he waited more. Max’s grandma came over to make cookies. Max made a cookie for the baby.
Posted in Uncategorized August 31, 2011
Have you been battling the hot weather lately? Just grab one of the recommended books and relax in your air conditioned quiet place and read until things cool down. I’ve been listening to the audiobook of The Last Hero by Rick Riordan and it is so exciting! Have you read the ”Heroes of Olympus” yet? Check it out and the Rick Riordan’s other exciting series “The Kane Chronicles”. I’m reading the Red Pyramid on my lunch breaks. We will be back at Mid Rivers Mall for Family Fun at the Mall on Friday, August 12. We will be celebrating Back to School at Hogwarts. Join us to make your own wand, a wearable Hogwarts crest and take your own picture dressed like Harry Potter. We’ll be looking for you with our black rimmed glasses. Enjoy the reviews and keep reading.
Dav Pilkey A Friend for Dragon 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Anna Age 5
I liked this book because the pictures were nice. Also this is a silly story. My favorite part was when the snake tricks Dragon and makes him think an apple is his friend.
Valerie Tripp Molly Takes Flight 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Abby Age 10
In Molly Takes Flight, Molly learns that its o.k. to let go. When Aunt Elanor is training for the WASP, Molly, Granpa & Grammy don’t want Aunt Elanor to go. they don’t want her to go because they love her so much. In the end Molly explains that everyone should have a North Star. Finally they all apologize. THE END!
Rosetta Stone Because a Little Bug Went Ka-Choo! 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Dylan Age 6
It was funny. They are weird. The bug sneezed and all kinds of things happened. I liked the worm who bumped his head and kicked the tree.
Lauren Child I Can Do Anything That’s Everything on my Own 
Reviewed by Ellie Age 6 5 Star Review
I like this book because Charlie and Lola go to the playground. I like the milk monkeys in the jungle. Charlie gives Lola a piggyback ride on the way home. They are good friends.
Peggy Parish Play Ball Amelia Bedelia 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Emma Age 6
The funniest part was when she picked up the bases and ran home. Friends should read this because it is funny. I would like to meet Amelia Bedelia because she is SO silly!
Dietlof Reiche I, Freddy 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Mikayla Age 10
I read I, Freddy and I think the funniest part was when I, Freddy was trying to get out of his cage to find books to read because he had learned how to read.
Eric Carle Papa, Please Get the Moon For Me 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Logan Age 4
Because I like to see the moon. I want to play with the moon. I like the story and the pictures. I like that I might grab the moon.
Dav Pilkey Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants 
Reviewed by Kyle Age 7 5 Star Review
The funniest part was the part where Professor Poopypants introduces himself. I liked it because it is sooo funny! My friends should read this book because it is funny. I would like to meet George and Harold.
Julia Hubery A Friend for All Seasons 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Molly Age 5
I really liked this book because it has animals in it. It’s neat how it takes me through all of the seasons. My favorite part was in the winter when the raccoons slept in the tree. Then they woke up when it was spring.
Lisa Wheeler Bubble Gum, Bubble Gum 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Rylie Age 6
This book is funny. They all got stuck. They were yelling for help and then everyone got stuck. My favorite part was the end because they finally got away and then other animals got stuck and it said “Here we go again!” I would tell my friends that this book was cute and funny.
Sujean Rim Birdie’s Big-Girl Shoes 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Victoria Age 4
I liked this book because Birdie got to wear her mom’s shoes and I like to wear my mom’s shoes. My favorite part of the story was when she hid from her mom under the covers. I would tell my friends to read this book because it is good.
John Butter Ten In the Den 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Aidan & parent Age 1 1/2
Aidan loved saying “Roll Over, Roll Over!” and doing the motions. It kept him interested and we worked on counting! I would recommend because it keeps the kids interest and also works on numbers with them! Aidan also liked all the different animals=:)
Diana White Ballerina Dreams 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Maria Age 10
I think this book was great because I love to dance and she loves to dance too. My friends will probably like this because they like to dance. I want to meet Diana White because I’d love to learn really good ballet dance moves.
Posted in Uncategorized July 29, 2011
I hope all of you have signed up for summer reading at your local library or at the Mid Rivers Mall on Friday Fun Night. The next Friday Fun Night will be July 8th 5:00 – 7:00 pm featuring Skippy Jon Jones. Hope to see all of you there for crafts and a fun Fiesta with Skippy Jon Jones. Here are more great reviews for you to try:
Andrea Perry Bicklebys’ Bird Bath 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Mason Age 4
This is a very funny book. My favorite part is when the mailman falls in the bird bath. I really like it because my PaPa loves to read it to me and he knows it without reading the book.
Jan Thomas Can You Make a Scary Face? 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Luke & parent Age 4
I read Can You Make a Scary Face? to my son and he really enjoyed it. The illustrations are very simple and colorful and silly. The story is an excellent read aloud with audience participation. My son really got into it. After a couple of readings he had it memorized and read it to himself and the rest of the family over and over again. I also read this book to my older son’s kindergarten Sunday school class. They really enjoyed it, too. Great read aloud for age 2 – 7!
Kristen Darbyshire Put It On the List 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Joel & parent Age 3
Put It On the List! was a silly read a loud that all of my children, ages 3 – 6, enjoyed. It’s a funny story about a chicken family that never quite has what they need. Mom will go to the store to get milk, only to find out there is no cereal. In the end, the family had nothing in the house to make a complete meal so they had to eat peanut butter and pickled grub on macaroni casserole. After that the family finally decided to come together and help with the shopping and planning. My 4 boys especially enjoyed the part when the family ran out of toilet paper – very silly!
David Shannon Alice the Fairy 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Shy Ann Age 6
I thought this book was funny. It made me laugh when Alice ate all the cookies. Then she looked in the mirror and said she was pretty. Then she ran around the house trying to fly. I liked Alice and this book.
Reviewed by Skyler Age 7
I enjoyed the book because it’s about a Fairy. I would recommend this book because it is funny. I liked when she tried to make her dog fly. I also liked when she tried to disappear.
Janette Sebring Lowrey The Poky Little Puppy 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Matthew Age 5
I want my friends to read this book because it’s funny. The Poky Little Puppy always gets to eat the desserts all up. The puppies always dug under their fence to get out of the yard. At the end the puppies had to fill in the holes so they could get dessert.
Cathy Tatge Trucks 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Haseeb Age 7
I enjoyed the book because it talks about trucks and I like trucks. Because it is a very good book. I liked all of the pictures.
David Milgrim Why Benny Barks 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Luke Age 6
I thought this book was good. I could read it on my own. Benny reminds me of my own dog, Gus. He barks a lot too and most of the time I don’t know why. Just like Benny’s owner.
Jonathan London Froggy Bakes a Cake 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Katy Age 7
A frog wants to celebrate his dad’s birthday. He makes a cake, and he makes a mess. His mom woke up and she saw Froggy making something and that it is a mess. She says, “How about we make something together for you dad?” I thought this book was funny.
David Catrow Funny Lunch 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Sara Age 4
The main character, Max the dog, is funny. He makes a lot of messes in the kitchen. The pictures are silly and they match the story. Max does silly things for his customers.
Chris Wormell Ferocious Wild Beasts 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Blaine Age 7
We liked when Jack got lost in the forest. I would have a friend read this book. The mom thought the bear and lion were beasts. The animals thought the mom was the beast at the end.
Valerie Coulman I Am a Ballerina 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Elly Age 4
My favorite part of the book was the ending when she danced like a ballerina. I also like when her Dad lifted her high in the sky. I liked the part when she danced on a big stage. I liked when she got her picture taken in her costume.
Nick Bruel Bad Kitty Gets A Bath 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Kaleab Age 10
Kitty is giving herself a bath. Dog runs Kitty into the trashcan. Kitty is really dirty now and needs a real bath. Kitty runs away from her owner because she didn’t want a bath. Kitty’s owner gets Kitty into the bath by promising Dog will have to take a bath.
Geronimo Stilton I’m Too Fond of my Fur! 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Grace Age 10
I want to recommend this book. In this story Geronimo Stilton, who runs a newspaper, got a call from his old friend Professor von Vort to ask for help. For that reason Geronimo went on a trip to Mouse Everest, even though he doesn’t like to go on the trip and Mouse Everst is freezing cold and even it’s really dangerous. Also, Geronimo meets Yeti too! This is why I love this book, it’s so adventurous!! I think everyone will love this book too!!
Joy Hulme Mary Clare Likes to Share 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Emily & parent Age 6
We liked this book because it teaches about sharing. This is a good book for all kids to read so they learn about sharing. It also teaches some math skills. We liked the pictures of the different foods that were split up. We also liked that the book rhymed.
Eve Bunting My Big Boy Bed 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Alex Age 5
Because I have a pretty big girl bed too! I put my books and stuffed animals in my bed too & my little sister sleeps in my big bed sometime too.
Becky McDaniel Katie Did It 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Shea Age 4
I liked saying Katie did it. I liked the pictures. I liked when they could measure on the giraffe. I like when Katie gave her mom pretty flowers.
Lemony Snicket The Grim Grotto 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Rebekeh Age 11
The funniest part was Count Olaf’s new laugh. My friends should read this book because it’s exciting to learn the secrets of VFD. Yes, I want to meet Violet because I love inventing things.
Karma Wilson Don’t Be Afraid Little Pip 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Kayla Age 5
Pip was a penguin that wanted to fly. The other birds told Pip that penguins do not fly, they swim. At the end of the book, Pip loved to swim. He learned that he could fly in the water.
Astrid Lindgren Pippi In the South Seas 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Anna & parent Age 4
Anna enjoys the things that Pippi does. It is a good read aloud book that keeps her interest. Anna likes how creative Pippi was when she stopped the thieves.
Helen Lester Hooway for Wodney Wat 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Colby & parent Age 15 months
We love this book because of the pictures. Mom loved the story line and the lesson it teaches.
Alyssa Capucilli Biscuit Goes to School 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Rebecca Age 5
Biscuit is the character that I like. I think the picture on the front of the book is funny because he has a backpack in his mouth. I like that I can read it by myself. My favorite part was when Biscuit said “WOOF” in the library and someone said “SHHHH” since they thought Biscuit was a person.
I hope you enjoy our reviews and hope to see you at the library or Mid Rivers Mall on July 8th.
Posted in Uncategorized July 1, 2011
One World, Many Stories
Summer Reading Program for preschool and elementary school kids begins June 1 – July 31. Sign up beginning June 1 at your favorite library in St. Charles County and have lots of fun reading books you like. When you finish, you get to choose a book to keep! You will also earn coupons from Sonic and Brunswick Zone XL and enter a drawing for St. Louis Cardinals tickets. We will send a report to your school to let your teacher know that YOU are a great reader! Be sure to check out the free programs for kids and their families at the library this summer. Find out what’s happening at www.youranswerplace.org Click on
Programs & Events. Here’s some super books you may want to start reading with, these are suggested by Summer Reading participants.
Gwendolyn Hooks Nice Wheels 4 Star Review
Reviewed by Lily & parent Age 5
We enjoyed this book because they made new friends and showed people in wheelchairs are just like us. I would recommend this because they play with the boy in the wheelchair and have fun. It was fun because all they are all playing and it makes me think I am playing with them.
H. A. Rey Cecily G. and the 9 Monkeys 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Kyle Age 6
I liked this book because I love it when the monkeys went skiing on Cecily’s back. It was the first time Curious George was in a book. I liked the end of the book that told when Curious George’s name was first called Fifi. People should read this book because the giraffe and the monkeys became family together.
Leah Wilcox Falling for Rapunzel 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Olivia Age 6
I like this book because it’s funny. My favorite part is when Rapunzel throws down her underwear instead of her hair. I also like the part when she throws down her maid instead of her braid.
Cyndy Szekeres Hide and Seek Duck 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Aidan & parent Age 1
Aidan really liked this book. He loved looking at the beautiful pictures. He would try and help me find the funny on every page. He absolutely love the page that had the owl on it, I think it was his favorite animal in the book. He also loved when the bunny jumped out and yelled “BOO!”.
Else Holmelund Minarik A Kiss For Little Bear 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Vann Age 5
I liked this book because Little Bear’s grandma told Hen to take the kiss to Little Bear. I would recommend this book because Hen was a good listener to take the kiss to Little Bear. Little Bear goes on adventures and meets new friends.
Jodie Shepherd A Merry Fair 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Kaleb & parent Age 2
Mommy and I loved this book because of the great characters and pictures. I would recommend this book to all of my friends. Everyone would love how they got Tasha to smile, I did! My favorite character was Pablo, I also like Sir Austin. They are very funny and great to read with.
Jonathan London Froggy Plays T-Ball 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Bradin Age 5
We loved this book. We would tell other people to read it. My favorite part was when Froggy started to run to his house instead of running to home-base. I thought it was funny that Froggy eats flies.
Erin Hunter & Dan Jolley The Rise of the Scourge 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Emma Age 10
The Rise of the Scourge is a really cool book. It is about cats, warrior cats. Scourge is a pretty cat. He has cool, sleek, black fur. Scourge was a cute little kitten. He was the runt and he turned into a vicious warrior because his brother and sister were mean to him and he wanted to show how tough he could be.
Deb Lund All Aboard the Dinotrain 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Dylan Age 3
I liked the book because it was about dinosaurs. The dinosaurs fell off the choo choo train. But they were o.k. I really liked this book because it was on the computer and I never listened to a book on the computer before.
Reviewed by Kailze Age 6
This book was funny. The dinosaurs fell. I liked reading this book on the computer. This book was fun!
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Melanie Watt Chester 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Zachary Age 5
Zachary thought this book was hilarious. He loved the fact that the cat, Chester, took over writing the book. We have a big cat at home and Zachary related to the cat being a troublemaker. The illustrations were very colorful and fun to look at too.
Eric Carle The Tiny Seed 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Andrew Age 5 1/2
I like this book because my teacher read it at school. I like the part where the seed turns into a big flower. I like the pictures of the birds, bees, butterflies and big flower. I like the picture where all the people are around the flower and the picture of the cold snowy mountains.
Stan & Jan Berenstain The Bike Lesson 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Sophie Age 6
This book is funny because the dad shows the boy what not to do. He has lots of accidents. I like the page where he runs through the chicken yard and then they chase him. It made me laugh. I will think of this funny book the next time I ride my bike.
Michael Buckley Sisters Grimm – Once Upon a Crime 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Kelly Age 9
The 4th book of the Sisters Grimm is my favorite book because it is mysterious. Number 4 is cool because Sabrina, Puck, Daphne, Granny Relda, Mr. Canis (A.K.A. The Big Bad Wolf) and Sheriff Hamstead (A.K.A. one of the 3 Little Pigs) travel out of the glass chamber that keeps the Everafters in town. The glass chamber was created by Baba Yaga with the request of Wilhelm Grimm. When the last Grimm dies or is out of the chamber the glass will be lifted. An Everafter is a fairytale character that is disguised as a person. Find more about the book if you read it!
David McPhail Sisters 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Anjali Age 6
I liked this book because it’s about sisters. My mommy gave it to me because I am about to be a big sister. I like this book because we can read it together. We will read it to my baby sister, when she is born too.
Marjorie Weinman Sharmat Nate the Great and the Sticky Case 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Alex Age 8
Nate’s friend, Claude lost a special dinosaur stamp. He asked Nate to find it because Nate was a detective. Nate tracked down every friend who was in Claude’s room. Nate’s dog, Sludge helps him look for the stamp. He finds the stamp under one of Pip’s shoes.
Felicia Bond Tumble Bumble 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Riley & parent Age 4
We like this book because it has many animals in the story. The animals are funny as they travel along. The pictures are very colorful too! We think other families should read this book to see how it ends!
Betty MacDonald Mrs. Piggle Wiggle’s Birthday 4 Star Review
Reviewed by Mikayla Age 7
Mrs. Piggle Wiggle is magical. I liked that she had a marching band for her birthday. I would like to meet Mrs. Piggle Wiggle!
Rev. W. Awdry Thomas-saurus Rex 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Aidan Age 3
I like this book because I like Thomas. I like to play with Thomas trains and read Thomas stories. The best part was when Sir Topham Hatt rode in a coal car when he was a boy and got very dirty.
Hope to see everyone at the library on June 1, signing up and finding great new reads.
Posted in Uncategorized May 13, 2011
With all of the lovely weather we’ve been having it’s hard to think of reading, but this is the perfect time to find a good book and sit out in the sun to read. I was sitting with my cat in my lap and my dog’s head on my leg reading a good horse book yesterday and it was wonderful. I just read “The Georges and the Jewels” by Jane Smiley, she visited our library a couple of years ago and told me she was getting ready to publish it. I forgot about it and just discovered it this winter and enjoyed the story so much I couldn’t wait to read the sequel “A Good Horse” that was published this last fall. I’m almost done with it and it was so good that I’m hoping she has another book about Abby Lovitt and her colt Jack in the works. The books are about a 7th/8th grade girl that lives in Northern California and helps her father work the horses that he buys and sells for a profit. He names all of the geldings George and the mares Jewels so they never get attached to them. Abby is a very good rider for a young girl and is helped by a cowboy named Jem Jarrow who teaches her natural horsemanship methods. Abby is so likable and the description of her working the horses are so realistic, I felt like I was schooling Grumpy George and Black George with her. I highly recommend both of these books to the preteen horse book lovers, like I was 43 years ago.
Jane Smiley The Georges and the Jewels 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Marla
Jane Smiley A Good Horse 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Marla
Jane Kendall Maestoso Petra 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Claire Age 10
Maestoso Petra was a great book. The saddest part is when the Spanish Riding School was destroyed by a bomb. The scariest part was when she (the main human character) ran into 2 German soldiers in the woods. The reason my friends should read it is because it is about horses and history, which is the reason I like it. I would love to meet one of the famous Lippizan stallions.
Sandra Boynton Night-Night, Little Pookie 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Elise & parent Age 2
Sandra Boynton is one of our favorite authors and we love the character Pookie. Elise loves the very first page where mommy calls “Oh Pooo-kie!” She also likes it that Pookie mixes up his jammies and likes to hide. We both love the three special kisses at the end. We would recommend this book to every parent and child.
T. T. Sutherland Loudest Beagle on the Block 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Gracie Age 9
The funniest part of the book was when Trumpet, the dog, kept howling when Ella tried to play her music. I think my friends should read this book because it is funny, humorous and exciting. I might want to meet Ella because she is an interesting person. I would recommend this book to 3rd and 4th graders.
Jon Scieszka Robot Zot 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Everett Age 4
Everett said he loves everything about this book, especially the pictures. The character Robot Zot is very funny. He is trying to wage a war with Earth by blowing up kitchen appliances. He then tries to save a toy phone that he loves. He runs into a dog who eventually gets blamed for the whole mess.
Megan E. Bryant She’s All That! 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Erin Age 10
She’s All That! is a look-it-up guide to the goddesses of Greek mythology. Everything about goddesses is in here. Did you know that Aphrodite (goddess of love and beauty) was made from sea foam? Or did you know Persephone was taken by Hades? A very good book, read it.
Leonard Kessler Here Comes the Strikeout 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Joshua Age 7 1/2
My book review is on “Here Comes the Strikeout”. The main characters are Bobby and his best friend Willy. I like this book because it’s about Baseball and I love Baseball. The funniest part about this book is when Bobby hit a homerun and didn’t even know it. You see Bobby was always sad because he always got a strikeout. But Bobby asked his friend Willy to help him with his hitting and they worked very hard together and Bobby got good at hitting homeruns. I will recommend this book to my friends because it teaches us to never give up & if you work hard you can do anything.
Lara Bergen Sophie the Awesome 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Bethany Age 9
Sophie is in the school library and thought of herself being, boring, average and Blah! She knows she is special and names herself Sophie the Awesome. She has to prove it to her friends. My friends did read this book, we all believe that this is a fun book to read. Yes, I would want to meet Sophie the Awesome. She would probably be a good friend. Sophie would make me laugh.
Ian Falconer Olivia and the Missing Toy 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Emily Age 5
I like Olivia because it reminds me of when I was little. I would tell other kids to read this book because it’s funny and cute. My favorite part is when Olivia asks her little baby brother if he has her toy and he says a funny word “Wooshe-gaga”. I also like how she wants a red shirt for soccer which is different from her team.
Simon Mason The Quigleys 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Abigail Age 9
I like the part when Lucy finds Pokehead. It is really funny. I think my friends should read this book because it tells about the characters. I would want to meet Lucy because she’s nice and friendly.
Jamie Lee Curtis When I Was Little 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Hanna Age 5
I like this book because I can read it. And it is fun to read with my mom and sister. I like everything about this book.
Rachel Renee Russell Dork Diaries 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Rachel Age 10 1/2
I love this book because it relates to an average girl in a school that’s new and rough! It also relates with stuff that we have now like Iphones! Also McDonalds! The funniest part was when Nikki’s sister was in Mackenzie’s bathroom! The scariest part was when her little sister got caught. Saddest is when Nikki gets her painting ran over! I would like to meet Nikki!
Reviewed by Emma Age 9
This book was about a girl who is trying to fit in. It’s funny, never sad and a whole lot of fun to read!!!
Mary Pope Osborne Summer of the Sea Serpent 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Sydney Age 7
The sea serpent was cool because he was big, but turned out to be very nice. Other kids should read this book if they like adventures. This book makes you feel like you’re in the story. A neat part of the book was when I read about a glowing sword. My favorite part was when Annie rode on the sea serpent.
Jonathan London Froggy’s Sleepover 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Halee Age 10
I think Froggy’s Sleepover is good because the funniest part is when Froggy was ready to go to his first sleepover. His mom keeps calling him in because he forgot something. I think a friend of mine should read this book because it is funny. Also, I would love to meet Froggy.
Jeanne Birdsall The Penderwicks on Gardam Street 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Carlin Age 10
The Penderwicks on Gardam Street is a sequel to The Penderwicks. It’s about 4 sisters Rosland, Skye, Jane & Batty. Their aunt is trying to get their single dad to start dating because his wife died many years ago, but the sisters don’t want him to. I would recommend this book to my friends, it has lots of interesting characters in it.
Ann M. Martin A Dog’s Life 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Anthony Age 9
I think it was the best book ever! The main character is a dog named Squirrel. In the story Squirrel tries to find a home. At the end of the story Squirrel finds a good home.
Tomie de Paola The Clown of God 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Aiden Age 3
Aiden loved this book. He loves looking at all the colorful pictures and seeing the main character, Giovanni, getting older in the story. He liked seeing Giovanni as a clown juggling all the balls and different toys. He would tell other kids about this book because it is very colorful and a very good story!
John Grogan Marley: a Dog Like No Other 5 Star Reviw
Reviewed by Natalie Age 10
The saddest part of this book was at the end when Marley dies! I also think this was the saddest book I ever read. I think my friends should read this book because Marley is a wonderful dog. Also Marley is a crazy dog but he is the best dog anyone could have! One of the main characters I would like to meet is Marley the dog!
Well, that is it for now. Please comment on the titles I have shared or let us know about a good book that you have read. Have a wonderful Spring day and keep reading.
Posted in Uncategorized April 14, 2011
Winter’s winding down in Missouri, not done but we are looking forward to spring. Hope you finished your Just the Facts reading and you are ready to try one of the recommended books I’m listing in this page. Here are more 5 star reviews for you to enjoy.
Dr. Seuss Please Try to Remember the First of Octember
5 Star Review
Reviewed by Allison Age 5
I liked the pictures especially the one with all of the stuff. I liked the title. Octember is a funny word – a made up word and I like it. I really liked the Jook-a-ma-zoon page.
Jim Murphy Truce: the Day the Soldiers Stopped Fighting 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Zach Age 9
The saddest part of the book was that many civilians and soldiers died in the war. My friends should read this book because it is about history. They could also learn about the war. Yes, I would like to meet the soldiers because it would be cool to stand by the soldiers.
Bruce Coville Dark Whispers 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Faith Age 10
This book was full of excitement and adventure. Cara is very disappointed when the queen tells her she will soon fade. Once this happened a new queen took her place. That queen was her grandmother Ivy Morris! Later a mysterious question pops up. Who is the Whisperer? Find out and read this book.
Bruce Whatley Captain Pajamas 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Ethan Age 4
This book was very exciting. Brian pretended that he saved the universe every night. His sister didn’t believe him. You think that Brian’s dog, Shadow, is the alien Captain Pajamas is trying to catch. In the end, we were surprised to see an alien in Brian’s sister’s bed.
Mary Morgan Dragon Pizzeria 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Sean & parent Age 6 1/2
It rhymes but also uses characters from Fairy Tales. I play one character in the story, Sean plays another. The illustrations are awesome. It is a great book when you can read it together. Also, I do the voices of the characters, like the witch in a witch cackly voice, the giant in a booming voice. My Sean does the spike, phone and bebop saying “Spike Delivery”.
Liz Kessler The Tail of Emily Windsnap 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Emily Age 10
This is one of the best books I’ve ever read. Emily’s mom has a fear of water so she doesn’t let Emily go in. But one night she does and she turns into a mermaid. I would like my friends to read it, I think it’s awesome. I would love to meet Emily, she is so cool, and I have the same name.
Matt Christopher Skateboard Tough 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Justin Age 8
I like this story because it is about a skateboard. My favorite part was when the kids did flips. My favorite character is Brett. I like the part when Brett finds a box with a skateboard in it.
Gertrude Chandler Warner The Mystery of the Stolen Boxcar
5 Star Review
Reviewed by Justin and Grandma Age 7
We liked this book because when the boxcar disappeared the Aldens thought of all the people who could have taken it. They were Mr. Chessy, who was a collector of trains, Mr. Winters, who was looking for a boxcar for a Senator. Sam, who needed a new wagon for his ice-cream truck; and Becky, a spoiled little rich girl who wanted the boxcar for her playhouse. The children checked out all of the people and finally found it in the yard of the rich girl. Her father had bought it from Mr. Winters, but he didn’t know it had been stolen. They got their boxcar back again.
Keep watching for more great reviews.
Posted in Uncategorized March 3, 2011
Just The Facts
Non-fiction Reading Program
January 3 – February 28, 2011
Kids Preschool – Grade 3 plus
Dads, Grandpas, Uncles & Guys!
Read 4 non-fiction books with your dad, grandpa, uncle or other special guy and earn 4 Fun Bands! Pick up a reading log at your favorite St. Charles City County Library or print one off of our website. Write down the titles of the books you read and bring this sheet to the library for your prizes!
- Both boys and girls, especially boys, need to see their male role models reading and enjoying books. Kids who see dads, grandpas, uncles & other special guys in their lives reading, are motivated to read and learn to read themselves.
- Reading non-fiction books is especially
valuable for boys in 2nd & 3rd grade because the diagrams, photos, and illustrations keep them motivated and help them learn how to read.
- The St. Charles City-County Library offers many, many, many great non-fiction books for preschool through 3rd grade kids, and we want you to be more familiar with these wonderful books that make reading and learning fun.
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I thought you might like some reviews on recommended non-fiction books to help you choose great non-fiction books for the program.
Kathy Pelta Texas 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Lindsey Age 10
The sad part is the war between Texas & Mexico. My friends should read this because it gives you a lot of knowledge. I would like to meet someone in Texas, it sounds like a wonderful state. I would also like to live there.
Anne Frank Anne Frank 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Emily Age 10
The saddest part was when Anne and her family had to go in the attic because the Nazis might take them. My friends should read this because the girl, Anne, is around our age. I would like to meet Anne Frank bcause she was brave and a good writer.
Sandra Markle Termites 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Jeffrey Age 6
Hey kids, if you like books about insects, this one is for you. I like reading about the different jobs termites have and especially about the soldier termites who guard the nests and attack ants. It was very interesting to read about how these African termites build their huge towers. I want to read more about ants and termites.
Mary Pope Osborn Leonardo da Vinci
5 Star Review
Reviewed by Taylor Age 9
You should read this book because it’s GOOD. It tells you facts. I shows you pictures. AWESOME! COOL! You should read this book because it has some great facts about Leonardo. This book has some pictures of his paintings like the Mona Lisa and the Last Supper. This book tells about his inventions like a parachute but a little different. This book has other famous people that’s from around his time. Last one about this book is that it can help you with research.
Kris Hirschmann Dolphins 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Mark Age 4
I like dolphins. I think my friends would like to read this and find out how dolphins live under water. I would like to swim with a dolphin sometime.
Reviewed by Luke Age 8
The happiest part was when they talked about dolphin babies. My friends should read this book because it is interesting. I would like to see a real dolphin. I like this book because I like dolphins.
John Hamilton Dragons 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Kannon Age 3
I like this book because it was scary. Because I want to learn about dragons. I love dragons! Dragons are cool.
Virginia Schomp If You Were a Police Officer
5 Star Review
Reviewed by Cade Age 5
Because they ride horses it is very funny. I want to be a police officer when I grow up. I liked the picture of a policeman riding a horse.
James Buckley Jr. Super Shortstops 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Justyn Age 10
I think this is an amazing book. I think that all baseball fan should read it. The funniest part to me is when it shows Ozzie Smith (also known as Wizard of Oz) does a backflip. I liked to meet Derek Jeter because he is my favorite player.
William Caper American Bison 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Kyle Age 6 1/2
I liked this book because I like buffalo. It was very interesting. The pictures were very good. I liked it when it told the history of the buffalo and the pictures of the Indians.
Ruth Thomson The Life Cycle of a Crab 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Thomas Age 5
I liked learning about where crabs live. The book talked about a crab’s body parts. The pictures were my favorite.
Phyllis Grimm Crayfish 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Thomas Age 5
This book has a picture of the world’s largest crayfish. I liked learning about how a crayfish lives and the different kinds of crayfish.
Amelie Von Zumbusch Cheetahs 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Charlie Age 4
We really enjoyed the pictures in the book and learning about cheetahs. We learned that Cheetahs are very fast. They live in Africa. Another fact we learned was that Cheetahs get spots when they are a few months old.
David Beckham David Beckham’s Soccer Skills 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Kyle Age 8
Why should my friends read it? Because it is about David Beckham and my friends like soccer. I would like to meet David Beckham. Me and my friends play soccer, we play it at school too. I am a left footer not right.
Gretchen Bratvold Oregon 5 Star Review
Reviewed by Logan Age 9
I think my friends should read this book because it has alot of information about the state of Oregon. Oregon is called the Pacific Wonderland. It has many mountains and plateaus. I hope you enjoy this book about Oregon.
Posted in Uncategorized January 25, 2011
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