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 […]
Gain Greater Insight into ‘The Last Jedi’ With Paige and Rose Tico’s Journals
With the next Star Wars film still months away we’re desperately looking for ways to keep our Star Wars-loving selves occupied. Recently, I finished reading through two tie-in journals focusing on Paige and Rose Tico. Bomber Command and Rose Tico: Resistance Fighter are both written by Jason Fry and illustrated […]
Fabien Cousteau Expeditions Kicks off With The “Great White Shark Adventure”
Title: Great White Shark Adventure Series: Fabien Cousteau Expeditions #1Author: James O. FraioliIllustrator: Joe St. PierreContributor: Fabien CousteauRelease Date: March 5, 2019Publisher: Mcelderry BooksReview Spoilers: LowGoodReads | Amazon After years exploring the oceans and contributing to the family legacy, Fabien Cousteau is lending his name to an exciting new series of graphic novels called the Fabien Cousteau Adventures! The books […]
Say the Name – Shazam!
Release Date: April 5th, 2019Cast: Asher Angel, Zachary Levi. Mark Strong, Jack Dylan Grazer, and Djimon HounsouDirector: David F. SandbergStudio: New Line Cinemas, DC Films, Seven Bucks Productions, Safran CompanyDistributor: Warner Bros. PicturesSpoilers: LowIMDB | Rotten Tomatoes | Wikipedia What a world we live in! Shazam! the second ‘Captain Marvel’ movie is in theaters, in the same year! People, we live in […]
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