Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Noelle is a beautiful little bulldog who is awaiting adoption. A little girl sees her and instantly bonds with her. Delighted at having a home, the little bulldog decides to explore her new world. The gentle bulldog is saddened when she feels she does not fit in her new environment. She thinks every...
Magicas y Misteriosas Aventuras de una Bulldog Llamada Noelle, Las (Spanish Edition) Review
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Mary Mccloud
on 11/30/2011
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Labels:
baby book,
bi-lingual readers,
childrens books,
dogs,
english bulldogs,
eric carle,
gloria estefan,
humor,
spanish,
spanish kids
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Mabel One and Only Review
Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Margaret Muirhead's MABEL ONE AND ONLY tells of the only kid on her block who has to rely on grownups for games. One day everyone's busy - and it's up to her and her dog Jack to think up new play ideas on their own. An exceptional acquisition, highly recommended.Click Here to see more reviews about:...
Old Beaver Review
Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)A very nicely done story with a few minor flaws (the young beaver could've tried a couple more times before asking for help I suppose) but despite that it does reenforce the message that there is a place for old experienced folks to help young people starting out- now if only the young people would start...
Just Being Me #3: I LOVE Messes Review
Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)In this little read we find a little girl who loves to make a mess and she does a good job in this story. She draws red dots on her face and invades the refrigerator where the real fun begins as she makes circles with raspberry yogurt. Soon both the little girl, her dog and the kitchen is anything but...
The Two-Hearted Numbat Review
Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Ambelin and Ezekiel Kwaymullina (who happen to be from the Bailgu and Nyamal peoples of the Pilbara region of Western Australia) present The Two-Hearted Numbat, a children's picturebook told in the style of a folktale. Simple, charming color illustrations bring to life the story of a numbat (a small...
Pretty Face Review
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Mary Mccloud
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Labels:
carolyn maccullough,
divorce,
friendship,
once a witch,
paranormal romance,
romance,
small town,
teen,
witches,
young adult
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Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Hayley's self esteem plummets even further when the guy she's been crushing on asks her if she thinks her best friend would date him. She leaves the beach, a place that she hates due to all the skinny girls in bikinis, and eats an entire large pepperoni pizza without tasting it.When she arrives back...
The Bad Luck Chair Review
Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)My daughter (3rd grade, 6th grade reading level) has read hundreds of books. She says it's the BEST book she has ever read. She couldn't put it down and read it all in one night. She can't stop talking about it!!Click Here to see more reviews about: The Bad Luck ChairClick here for more information about...
The Class Artist Review
Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)This is a good book for gifted and talented kids. It make connections to overcoming being overwhelmed by a task and how a character works through that process.Click Here to see more reviews about: The Class ArtistClick here for more information about The Class Art...
Play Therapy: The Art of the Relationship Review
Posted by
Mary Mccloud
on 11/26/2011
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Labels:
art therapy,
counseling children,
play therapy
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Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)This book is a necessary addition to any therapists library, especially those who are just beginning or are interested in knowing the foundations for therapy with children. Clearly written and well organized, it is easy to read and an invaluable reference. Highly recommended for beginning play therapistsClick...
Braless in Wonderland Review
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Mary Mccloud
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Labels:
biography-music,
chick lit,
fashion,
modeling,
self esteem,
social situations,
teen,
transformation,
ya chick lit,
young adult
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Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Did you know that models practice smiling with their tongue behind their teeth to hide the dreaded black space? It's something that Allee Rosen would never have thought of as she stuffed rolls of toilet paper into her backpack for her art project.Allee's headed to Yale to be an English Literature major....
River Song Review
Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Jessye loves living with her Nana in the Maori village by the river, but she also misses her mother and their very different world in the city. So when one day her mother returns and asks Jessye to return to the city, she's willing to give her flighty mother one more chance - until a handsome stranger...
Magic of Giving, The Review
Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Reviewed by Sophia McElroy (age 8) for Reader Views (1/11)"The Magic of Giving" was a great story about a little boy named Marc who wanted to enter a talent show at his school to win one-hundred dollars. There was one problem: He didn't have a talent, so he went to the school library to find one. He...
A Very Special Athlete Review
Posted by
Mary Mccloud
on 11/24/2011
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Labels:
children with special needs,
diversity
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Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Written by Dale Flynn and illustrated by Emilio Soltero, A Very Special Athlete is the story of Adam, a young athlete running in his first big race at the Special Olympics. The challenges that Adam faces and the decisions he makes demonstrate his courage. This colorful picturebook story was inspired...
I Promise I'll Find You Review
Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)The first 5 times I read this book out loud I got teary-eyed at the very thought of having to find my child but it also assures your child of your limitless determination to find them and keep them safe. The illustrations are very well done and each picture shows the mother successfully finding her child....
The Fabulous Song Review
Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)This story of a young boy who finds music in his imagination is wonderful. I read it to my students and they loved it! It has humor and is beautifully illustrated.Click Here to see more reviews about: The Fabulous SongGet 22% OFFClick here for more information about The Fabulous S...
Albertine's Got Talent Review
Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)This book is incredibly charming and beautifully illustrated. Very cozy and comforting for younger kids, with a wonderful lesson. A true gem for children 2-5.Click Here to see more reviews about: Albertine's Got TalentGet 22% OFFClick here for more information about Albertine's Got Tal...
Henry the Dog with No Tail (Paula Wiseman Books) Review
Posted by
Mary Mccloud
on 11/22/2011
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Labels:
acceptance,
adventure,
aussie,
australian shepherd,
dogs,
happiness,
jules feiffer,
kate feiffer,
pet,
self-esteem
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Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)This is just a tail-riffic book filled with zany puns (much better than my own). Kate Feiffer's TALE of the Australian sheep dog (they typically do not have tails) is not only witty and wise, but her story-telling is superb. The lessons here about finding your identity, your true friends, and self-acceptance...