I have been a Pokémon fan for literally decades now. I started watching the show as a kid and my first handheld console was the yellow, special edition Game Boy Color that came with Pokémon Yellow. As much as I love the series, though, I’ve never gotten around to reading […]
‘The Kid Who Would Be King’ Channels the Old School, Action-Packed Kids’ Adventures of Our Childhoods
The Kid Who Would Be King Release Date: April 16, 2019Cast: Louis Ashbourne Serkis, Dean Chaumoo, Tom Taylor, Rhianna Dorris, Angus Imrie, Rebecca FergusonStudio: 20th Century FoxExtra Feature Rating: ★★★★☆Rating: ★★★★☆Review Spoilers: LowAmazon | IMDB | Wikipedia | RT When I first heard of The Kid Who Would Be King I didn’t expect to like it as much as I […]
Science Comics Tackles ‘Wild Weather’ in Their Latest Release
Title: Wild WeatherSeries: Science ComicsAuthor: MK ReedIllustrator: Jonathan HillRelease Date: April 16, 2019Publisher: First Second BooksReview Spoilers: N/AGoodReads | Amazon I have been meaning to check out the Science Comics series for a long time but their latest release, Wild Weather, finally got me. I’m raising kids in Tornado Alley and so weather is a […]
The Questioneers Are Ready to Take Your Growing Readers on All-New Adventures!
If you’re not familiar with the Questioneers brand you may be familiar with the books: Rosie Revere, Engineer; Ada Twist, Scientist;and Iggy Peck, Architect. These three fantastic picture books feature bright, creative young people dealing with some often outrageous situations and finding solutions through science, technology, and their innate ingenuity. […]
The Marvel Alphablock is Here To Introduce Your Favorite Heroes to the Next Generation of Fans
Title: Marvel AlphablockIllustrator: PeskimoRelease Date: April 16, 2019Publisher: Abrams AppleseedGoodReads | Amazon If you’re not familiar with the Abrams Block Book series you’re missing out. They’re epically oversized board books covering a variety of topics and recently they’ve been getting pretty nerdy. The Marvel Alphablock is the latest licensed franchise to get the block […]
‘Polar Bears’ Take the Spotlight in this Science Comics Title from First Second Books!
Title: Polar BearsSeries: Science ComicsAuthor: Jason ViolaIllustrator: Zack GiallongoRelease Date: December 31, 2018Publisher: First Second BooksReview Spoilers: N/AGoodReads | Amazon As the introduction says, polar bears are one of the most recognizable animals on our planet. There’s just something awe-inspiring by the massive, dangerous, and often beautiful creatures. As kids we’re amazed by them. And, […]
‘Max and the MidKnights’ Are Here to Save the Day!
Title: Max and the MidKnightsAuthor: Lincoln PeirceRelease Date: January 8, 2019Publisher: Crown Books for Young ReadersReview Spoilers: High (A major plot twist is revealed – BEWARE!)GoodReads | Amazon If you have kids around then the name Lincoln Peirce is probably familiar. He’s the creator behind the Big Nate series which tends to have a similar appeal to the Diary of Wimpy Kid books. […]
‘The Little Guys’ Offers a Unique Message and a Genuine Opportunity for Discussion With Your Kids
Title: The Little GuysAuthor: Vera BrosgolRelease Date: April 2, 2019Publisher: Roaring Brook PressReview Spoilers: HighGoodReads | Amazon Ususally when you sit down to read a children’s book you have a general idea of where the story is going to go. Not so with Vera Brosgol’s newest book, The Little Guys. I almost hate to do a review […]
‘Kindness Rules!’ Features a Superhero Elephant with the Power of Manners
Title: Kindness Rules!Creators: Eunice and Sabrina Moyle of Hello!LuckyRelease Date: April 9, 2019Publisher: Abrams AppleseedGoodReads | Amazon The creators behind Kindness Rules! had me hooked as soon as I saw their brightly colored elephant superhero protagonist. I’m predictable. Honestly, show me anything in a cape and costume and you’ve got me. The elephant was […]
‘The Faithful Spy’ Tells a Story of Faith, War, and A Plot To Assassinate Hitler
Title: The Faithful SpyAuthor: John HendrixRelease Date: September 18, 2018Publisher: Amulet BooksReview Spoilers: HighGoodReads | Amazon As we approach the Easter season I’m sure there are a lot of parents and grandparents out there trying to balance ‘the reason for the season’ with Easter basket surprises their (especially older kids) will actually like. The Faithful Spy by […]
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