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Great Books for Kids - Pre-schoolers to Teens
Recommended books for kids including Dr Seuss, Shirley Hughes, Roald Dahl and Lauren Child. All great Christmas presents for kids who are young readers.
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Canada Day Books
The Canada flag is a very important symbol to my country, as your flag is to your country. Here, I will give you a bit of history about the Canadian flag and review two books that give its' entire history.
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Elephant Ben
Have you ever heard the term, "An elephant never forgets?" This story reminds us that elephants have good memories. The story of Ben and his father, David is a real life adventure set in the African bush. Awesome!
great books for kids • mary alward • elephant ben • africa • african

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
"The hottest day of the summer so far was drawing to a close and a drowsy silence lay over the large, square houses of Privet Drive." And so begins the fifth book in the Harry Potter series.
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Jeremiah Learns to Read
Jeremiah is an elderly man who can do almost anything. He can grow tomatoes and other vegetables. He can make a table out of a tree, but he doesn't know how to read. A charming book on literacy that kids can relate to.
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Little House Series: Before Laura
Little House by Boston Bay is one in a series about Charlotte Tucker, who was Laura Ingalls Wilder's grandmother. The time is 1814. The location is Roxberry, a small town near Boston. The War of 1812 is raging. What tough decisions will the Tucker family have to make before the end of the year?
little house • little house on the prairie • laura ingalls wilder • roxberry • massachusetts

St. Patrick's Day Reading
I have researched several books that children will enjoy reading. Most are about leprechauns and Irish tradition and folklore. One has 40 vegetarian dishes that are nutritious and fun to make.
irish • traditions • folklore • leprechauns • great books for kids

The Softwire: Betrayal on Orbis 2 by PJ Haarsma
Star Wars meets The Matrix in science fiction author PJ Haarsma's second installment to his popular Softwire series.
pj haarsma • softwire • science fiction book • ring of orbis • role playing computer games

The Widow's Broom
Minna Shaw finds a fallen witch and her broom in her garden. The witch disappears and Minna uses the broom to do her household chores. What surprises are in store for Minna?
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Wild Horses
The books reviewed in this article are all about horses. If you like horses, you will love exploring between the covers of these books.
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A Girl of the Limberlost
Elnora's father died when she was a baby. Her mother is lonely and bitter. She has no time for her daughter. Elnora spends hours wandering the Limberlost Swamp. She blossoms and grows, learning to face the challenges of life. A touching story. Ages 6 to adult.
great books for kids • a girl of the limberlost • gene stratton porter • mary m alward • write together publishing

Alley Oops
Are you being bullied? Are you a bully? If you've answered yes to either of these questions, the book Alley oOps is one that is a must. Great resource for anyone dealing with what is a common problem with today's kids and youth.
bully • alley oops • bullying • kids korner • social issues

Autumn Reading Fun
A delightful book for kids 6 to 8 is, I Know It's Autumn. It invites readers to enjoy the sights, sounds and fragrances of spring. For older readers, The Stranger is an mysterious and suspenseful tale that takes place on the farm. Who is the stranger? An awesome read for kids 8 to 10.
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Biography of Canadian Writer Brian Doyle
Brian Doyle is the award-winning author of well-known books for kids and young adults. Take a closer look at the life and works of a noted Canadian writer.
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Creepy Halloween Reading
For younger kids, "Night Before Halloween is an awesome read. They will read it again and again and again. For older readers who enjoy the Goosebumps series, "Headless Halloween" is an "earthquaking" story that will make them squirm with Halloween fright.
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Dragon Slayers' Academy
Do you love stories of dragons and knights? Do you dream of visiting King Arthur’s Camelot? Are you 7 to 10 years old? If so, this book series is for you.
dragon slayers academy • book review • great books for kids • king arthur • camelot

Gifts of Love and Caring
Even before I could read, I loved books. Later, I realized the power of words. I loved putting pen to paper. My love of books and writing are the results of loving and caring teachers. Thank you, Miss Carver and Mr. Chrysler.
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Grandma's Garden
A poem that I wrote about a small boy in his Grandma's garden and the delightful things that he encountered there, including the fairies that came to visit in the evening.
grandmas garden • kids korner • poetry • great books for kids • poet

Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince
The title of book six in the Harry Potter series has been announced. What does Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince hold in store?
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If You Lived at the Time of the Civil War
This is a great book for kids who love learning about the American Civil War. The bright illustrations brings the era to life.
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If You Traveled on the Underground Railroad
Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to travel on the Underground Railroad. Well, here is your chance to find out. This book will take you on a journey that you will never forget.
underground railroad • great books for kids • fugitive slaves • canada • escape route

In the Blink of an Eye
If you want a fantastic read, this book is for you. The eyes on each page challenge you to guess what creature is watching you by using the clues. The intense gaze of the unnamed animal will give you a look at the world from their point of view.
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Landmark Book Series
American history if full of interesting people, exciting stories and great adventures. In this series, you can meet some of these colorful characters, become involved in intriguing situations and enjoy exciting exploits.
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Magic Reading
I first heard of the "Magic Tree House," book series from my grandson, Brandon. He told me about the books and was very excited about the adventures of Jack and Annie, the main characters in the book. Upon reading this series, I found the books to be a wonderful experience for young readers.
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More Books About Horses
Great horse stories with beautiful illustrations that will keep kids 4 to 8 enthralled. Both of these books make a great gift for all young horse lovers.
horses • horse books • great books for kids • kids korner • mary alward

Native Legends for Children
C.J. Taylor is a powerful storyteller. In her books, "The Secret of the White Buffalo," "The Monster from the Swamp," and "The Messenger of Spring," she brings children the delightful legends of North American Native culture.
great books for kids • childrens books • cj taylor • storyteller • mary alward

Newberry Medal Winners: 2005
The votes are in. The American Library Association has announced the Newberry Medal Winners. These books were published in 2004 and there's some great reading here for kids 9 to 12. Even adults will enjoy reading these.
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Remembrance and Veteran's Day Reading
An awesome book about a soldier in the WWI trenches of Flanders, who uses his white scarf to protect himself when he rescues a robin caught in the barbed wire surrounding no-man's land.
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Shrek: The Essential Guide
Join Shrek and his cast of wacky pals on a travel adventure to the land of Far Far Away. A delightful book for all kids who love Shrek.
shrek • great books for kids • reading • books • shrek the essential guide

The Animals' First Christmas
It was a beautiful night in the forest. A white blanket of fresh snow sparkled in the moonlight. A full moon smiled down from its lofty perch in the night sky. But there was something very special about this night. What could it be?
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The Christmas Story
And an angel appeared to Mary, telling her she would have a son that would be conceived by God and His name would be Jesus.
christmas • kids korner • christmas story • the christmas story • great books for kids

The History of Nancy Drew
The first three books in the Nancy Drew series were released on April 28, 1930. They were an instant success and girls in America were dying to get their hands on the next book in the series.
carolyn keene • mystery • nancy drew • nancy drew mystery series • classics

The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles 30th Anniversary Edition
Want to read a fantastic book? This is the one for you. Find out how the Whangdoodle, which was once the most extrodinary creature in the world, came to be forgotten. How can the Whangdoodle be granted his heart's desire? You will have to read the book to find out.
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The Little House Guidebook - Family Vacation Fun
Want to take a terrific family vacation this summer? Then this is the book for you if you're a fan of the Little House on the Prairie books.
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The Ring Bear: A Rascally Wedding Adventure
Want to go on a bear adventure with Westley and his Mom, who are the best deck swabbing, treasure hunting pirates on the seven seas? But then, Mom tells Westley something that leaves him confused and upset. How will he resolve his confusion?
the rain bear • rain bear • flashlight press • new york • pirates

The Wonderful World of Books
Join me as I wander back in time and explore the Wonderful World of Books. These are books that I read as a child. Some of them have long vanished, but others can still be found at flea markets and in antique stores.
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This is the Sea that Feeds Us: Book Review
This beautiful book will help you see the connection between the life forms in the sea and humans. Learn about the ocean's food chain through spectacular paintings and rhyming text. Great for kids 5 to 10.
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Time Warp Trio
This series of books by author, Jon Scieszka is wild, wacky and hilarious. Go along with Joe, Fred and Sam on these zany adventures. Visit the Stone-Age, Camelot, the Old West and take a trip on the high seas with Blackbeard. Terrific series for kids 7 to 11.
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When Addie was Scared: A Book Review
"Addie was scared of everything. There was plenty to be scared of, out there in the bush where she lived..." This is the line that begins the tale of Addie, a young girl who is afraid of almost everything. How will Addie conquer her fears?
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Where the Red Fern Grows
This book will take you on an adventure to the Ozarks. Here, you will meet Billy, who dreams of owning his own coon dogs. A terrific book for ages 8+
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Why Should I Read?
It's very important for you to read lots of books when you're young. This article tells you why.
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Jane Yolen Books for Younger Kids
Author Jane Yolen teams up with talented artists to offer picture books that present a whimsical look at newborn babies and a funny take on a popular Christmas story.
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Storytelling Books for Kids with Bears
Bears, cowboys, and even ninjas deliver messages of friendship and goodwill in these storytelling books for kids.
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Children's Films Based on Popular Books for Kids
From Mary Poppins to The Wizard of Oz, children's books have been transformed into children's classic movies for years. But can the children's films match the books?
the wizard of oz • mary poppins • children’s films • disney • children’s classic movies

Honoring Fathers
Father’s Day will soon be here. I did some research and found some great kids books that honor fathers. I’ve listed books in every age category, so everyone would be able to find a book about fathers.
fathers day • book review • honoring fathers • books about fathers • mary m. alward

Lost In Cyber Space
A brief description explaining the lack of an article during the month of February
books • computers • kids

Out of This World
This article reviews eight great book titles for kids who love space exploration and learning about astronomy and science.
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