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The Enchanted Oak Tree
Sarah, Duchess of York
2020 Silver Medal
34 Pages
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Children - Picture Book
Reviewed by Emily-Jane Hills Orford for Readers' Favorite
Did you know that there is something very magical and enchanted about an oak tree? It’s perhaps one of the oldest living trees in the forest and there are lots of stories that circulate about this tree. The one in the secret garden is over 500 years old. It stands very tall and regal, watching over its territory. The fairies like to take their tea by the old Oak Tree and they live in its branches, but the children catching butterflies merely run past it with hardly a second glance. This makes the old Oak Tree very sad. But, when Lily the Lamb is in trouble, the fairies turn to the old Oak Tree for help in finding her. And when the old Oak Tree is honored in such a way, it beams with pride.
The Enchanted Oak Tree, a picture book written by Sarah, Duchess of York, reads like a fairy tale, a fantasy that will capture the hearts of young and old alike. Beautifully illustrated, the plot develops around the old Oak Tree and the drama involving Lily the Lamb. The author uses simple language to tell the story, suitable for an early reader. Drama is accentuated by the use of onomatopoeia (noise words) like howl and baa, which are drawn out and made more elaborate with decorative fonts. The story is a delight to read and, although simple enough, it develops and becomes, like all good fairy tales, a lesson. As the young children in the story, the butterfly catchers, learn to respect their elders and to respect the environment around them, so too must young readers. This is a story full of charm and imagination.
Did you know that there is something very magical and enchanted about an oak tree? It’s perhaps one of the oldest living trees in the forest and there are lots of stories that circulate about this tree. The one in the secret garden is over 500 years old. It stands very tall and regal, watching over its territory. The fairies like to take their tea by the old Oak Tree and they live in its branches, but the children catching butterflies merely run past it with hardly a second glance. This makes the old Oak Tree very sad. But, when Lily the Lamb is in trouble, the fairies turn to the old Oak Tree for help in finding her. And when the old Oak Tree is honored in such a way, it beams with pride.
The Enchanted Oak Tree, a picture book written by Sarah, Duchess of York, reads like a fairy tale, a fantasy that will capture the hearts of young and old alike. Beautifully illustrated, the plot develops around the old Oak Tree and the drama involving Lily the Lamb. The author uses simple language to tell the story, suitable for an early reader. Drama is accentuated by the use of onomatopoeia (noise words) like howl and baa, which are drawn out and made more elaborate with decorative fonts. The story is a delight to read and, although simple enough, it develops and becomes, like all good fairy tales, a lesson. As the young children in the story, the butterfly catchers, learn to respect their elders and to respect the environment around them, so too must young readers. This is a story full of charm and imagination.
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Oliver West! It's Time to Get Dressed!
Kelly Louise
2020 Silver Medal
Kindle Edition
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Children - Picture Book
Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite
Oliver West was still in his pajamas while the other kids were outside having fun. Tommy was running and Jackson was high up in a tree. Parker was having fun riding his bike and Bree and Jade were drawing with chalk on the sidewalk but Oliver did not want to get dressed. His Mommy knew he was big and he could dress on his own. After a while when she came to check on him, he was not dressed. She tried helping him to get dressed; she put his right leg into his trousers, found the socks, and searched for the right shoe. Now would he be able to get dressed and get out of the house?
Oliver West! It's Time to Get Dressed by Kelly Louise is an adorable story that tackles the concept of independent dressing in an engaging way. Oliver West's character is cute and there will be many parents and children who will be able to relate to him. Rebecca Sinclair breathes life into the scenes and the characters with her charming and colorful illustrations, making the concept palpable to young readers. The storybook is good for read-aloud and storytelling sessions in classrooms to encourage children to dress independently, and by parents and grandparents to help their kids and grandkids understand how to dress on their own even though they might not be confident in doing it all by themselves. The topic is refreshingly different, relevant, and helpful to parents who find it difficult to get their children dressed, and to children who do not know how to dress on their own.
Oliver West was still in his pajamas while the other kids were outside having fun. Tommy was running and Jackson was high up in a tree. Parker was having fun riding his bike and Bree and Jade were drawing with chalk on the sidewalk but Oliver did not want to get dressed. His Mommy knew he was big and he could dress on his own. After a while when she came to check on him, he was not dressed. She tried helping him to get dressed; she put his right leg into his trousers, found the socks, and searched for the right shoe. Now would he be able to get dressed and get out of the house?
Oliver West! It's Time to Get Dressed by Kelly Louise is an adorable story that tackles the concept of independent dressing in an engaging way. Oliver West's character is cute and there will be many parents and children who will be able to relate to him. Rebecca Sinclair breathes life into the scenes and the characters with her charming and colorful illustrations, making the concept palpable to young readers. The storybook is good for read-aloud and storytelling sessions in classrooms to encourage children to dress independently, and by parents and grandparents to help their kids and grandkids understand how to dress on their own even though they might not be confident in doing it all by themselves. The topic is refreshingly different, relevant, and helpful to parents who find it difficult to get their children dressed, and to children who do not know how to dress on their own.
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Dreams of Zugunruhe
Michael C Kinsey Ph.D.
2020 Bronze Medal
52 Pages
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Children - Picture Book
Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite
Dreams of Zugunruhe by Michael Kinsey Ph.D. is a beautiful story shown as a dialogue between a Mother Tern and a Little Tern and imparts important life lessons to young readers; that of growing up and leaving home. Mother Tern tells Little Tern that it is important to learn what it means to be a tern, known for their boundless flights which go for days and through the nights. Little Tern is worried that it cannot learn how to be a proper tern but Mother Tern says it will know what to do when Zugunruhe visits it. Zugunruhe is the word that means what is inside a bird to make it want to spread its wings and cherish flying above all things. Mother Tern also tells Little Tern that they all have an adventure inside them and it will be able to see the globe from pole to pole. Little Tern did not want to leave its parents, and it did not want to fly so far without Mother Tern. Will Little Tern be able to leave home, face its fears, and discover the world on its own?
Dreams of Zugunruhe by Michael Kinsey Ph.D. is a story of growing up, learning to fly on one's own, leaving home to discover the world, and learning to live without the support of parents. The theme is poignant and Ros Webb makes it tangible to young readers with beautiful illustrations that throw light on the attachment to parents. The story also encourages readers to pursue freedom and explore the world on their own. Written in rhyming verses, the conversation between Mother Tern and Little Tern will touch the hearts of readers in many ways. This book is definitely a must-have in everybody's personal collection, irrespective of age, and also school and public libraries because of the excellent lessons for young readers to understand while growing up.
Dreams of Zugunruhe by Michael Kinsey Ph.D. is a beautiful story shown as a dialogue between a Mother Tern and a Little Tern and imparts important life lessons to young readers; that of growing up and leaving home. Mother Tern tells Little Tern that it is important to learn what it means to be a tern, known for their boundless flights which go for days and through the nights. Little Tern is worried that it cannot learn how to be a proper tern but Mother Tern says it will know what to do when Zugunruhe visits it. Zugunruhe is the word that means what is inside a bird to make it want to spread its wings and cherish flying above all things. Mother Tern also tells Little Tern that they all have an adventure inside them and it will be able to see the globe from pole to pole. Little Tern did not want to leave its parents, and it did not want to fly so far without Mother Tern. Will Little Tern be able to leave home, face its fears, and discover the world on its own?
Dreams of Zugunruhe by Michael Kinsey Ph.D. is a story of growing up, learning to fly on one's own, leaving home to discover the world, and learning to live without the support of parents. The theme is poignant and Ros Webb makes it tangible to young readers with beautiful illustrations that throw light on the attachment to parents. The story also encourages readers to pursue freedom and explore the world on their own. Written in rhyming verses, the conversation between Mother Tern and Little Tern will touch the hearts of readers in many ways. This book is definitely a must-have in everybody's personal collection, irrespective of age, and also school and public libraries because of the excellent lessons for young readers to understand while growing up.
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I Would Love You Even If You Were A Tomato
(Mom's Choice Award Recipient)
Bucleigh Newton Kernodle
2020 Silver Medal
32 Pages
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Children - Picture Book
Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite
Myah was worried when her dad tucked her into bed that night. She knew she did not listen to him during the day and she wondered if he still loved her. Daddy reassured her that he would always love her and there was nothing she could do that would keep him from loving her. Myah told him she would love him even if he was a tomato. Daddy told Myah he would love her even if she was a rotten potato covered in mayo. Myah giggled and told Daddy she would still love him if he was a screaming goat stranded on a pool float and Daddy said he would love her even if she was a rude ferret who never shared his carrot. Daddy also told Myah that there was nothing that would keep him from loving her and that God loves them the same way.
I Would Love You Even If You Were A Tomato by Bucleigh Newton Kernodle speaks in an interesting way about a father's unconditional love for his daughter and God's everlasting unconditional love for his children irrespective of what they are and what they do. Ashley Teets makes Bucleigh Newton Kernodle's words and concept palpable to youngsters with some lovely illustrations that also give a good pace and movement to the story. The book is a fun read and the silly analogies in the story will bring a smile to the faces of all readers. I Would Love You Even If You Were A Tomato is a good storybook for parents and tutors to use for storytelling sessions to help children understand the bond shared between a father and daughter, and God's love.
Myah was worried when her dad tucked her into bed that night. She knew she did not listen to him during the day and she wondered if he still loved her. Daddy reassured her that he would always love her and there was nothing she could do that would keep him from loving her. Myah told him she would love him even if he was a tomato. Daddy told Myah he would love her even if she was a rotten potato covered in mayo. Myah giggled and told Daddy she would still love him if he was a screaming goat stranded on a pool float and Daddy said he would love her even if she was a rude ferret who never shared his carrot. Daddy also told Myah that there was nothing that would keep him from loving her and that God loves them the same way.
I Would Love You Even If You Were A Tomato by Bucleigh Newton Kernodle speaks in an interesting way about a father's unconditional love for his daughter and God's everlasting unconditional love for his children irrespective of what they are and what they do. Ashley Teets makes Bucleigh Newton Kernodle's words and concept palpable to youngsters with some lovely illustrations that also give a good pace and movement to the story. The book is a fun read and the silly analogies in the story will bring a smile to the faces of all readers. I Would Love You Even If You Were A Tomato is a good storybook for parents and tutors to use for storytelling sessions to help children understand the bond shared between a father and daughter, and God's love.
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What's the Worst that Could Happen?
Yewande Daniel-Ayoade
2020 Honorable Mention
16 Pages
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Children - Picture Book
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
What’s the Worst that Could Happen? is a work of children’s fiction in the form of a picture book, which was penned by author Yewande Daniel-Ayoade with illustrations by artist Renate Logina. Aimed at children aged four to eight, this delightful book can be read accompanied or alone, in the case of older children, and is focused on concepts such as anxiety and the fear of rejection. The setting features central character Kayla, whose grandma uses the title phrase ‘What’s the worst that could happen?’ when Kayla is due to start at a new school. As Kayla’s imagination veers towards disaster, so begins a lesson in learning about the fears we create for ourselves.
Social anxiety is a growing issue in young people in our modern society, and so this delightful, amusing but also poignant work from author Yewande Daniel-Ayoade couldn’t come at a better time. The introduction of Kayla as a highly approachable and likable young person is very well balanced to show how overactive her imagination and fears are in comparison to reality. I actually found a lot of her worst-case scenarios really amusing to imagine, and the gorgeous illustrative work from artist Renate Logina really makes those moments pop as the storyline progresses. The organization works well and the story builds in an accessible way for all ages of reader within the range, culminating in a very important message about overcoming fear, which is very heartwarming to read. Overall, What’s the Worst that Could Happen? is a highly recommended story for any child who suffers from such fears and worries.
What’s the Worst that Could Happen? is a work of children’s fiction in the form of a picture book, which was penned by author Yewande Daniel-Ayoade with illustrations by artist Renate Logina. Aimed at children aged four to eight, this delightful book can be read accompanied or alone, in the case of older children, and is focused on concepts such as anxiety and the fear of rejection. The setting features central character Kayla, whose grandma uses the title phrase ‘What’s the worst that could happen?’ when Kayla is due to start at a new school. As Kayla’s imagination veers towards disaster, so begins a lesson in learning about the fears we create for ourselves.
Social anxiety is a growing issue in young people in our modern society, and so this delightful, amusing but also poignant work from author Yewande Daniel-Ayoade couldn’t come at a better time. The introduction of Kayla as a highly approachable and likable young person is very well balanced to show how overactive her imagination and fears are in comparison to reality. I actually found a lot of her worst-case scenarios really amusing to imagine, and the gorgeous illustrative work from artist Renate Logina really makes those moments pop as the storyline progresses. The organization works well and the story builds in an accessible way for all ages of reader within the range, culminating in a very important message about overcoming fear, which is very heartwarming to read. Overall, What’s the Worst that Could Happen? is a highly recommended story for any child who suffers from such fears and worries.
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Sometimes When I'm Sad
Deborah Serani
2020 Finalist
40 Pages
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Children - Picture Book
Reviewed by Jack Magnus for Readers' Favorite
Sometimes When I'm Sad is an educational storybook for children written by Deborah Serani and illustrated by Kyra Teis. All too often, adults overlook the emotions children feel, especially when they’re feeling sad, like the little boy in this story. When we first meet him, he’s very aware that there are times when he feels sad, and he realizes that crying, throwing his toys or hiding are ways he uses to cope with that overwhelming sadness he feels. Even ice cream and baby bunnies can’t chase away those blues when he feels that badly. Then a counselor came into his life. She understood his sadness and the giant space it can fill. She also had some ways to help him make those feelings grow smaller, while also acknowledging that crying and hiding are fine -- at least for a little while. She helped him realize that he could share his feelings with an adult or his friends, and she would also always be there for him.
Deborah Serani’s Sometimes When I'm Sad takes kids’ emotions seriously and shows kids that not only are those feelings real and important, but she can show them ways to deal with the turmoil and despair they create. Kyra Teis’s illustrations do a brilliant job of showing the little boy both when he’s feeling sad and when he’s happy and at peace with himself. I loved the expressions she gives her characters and the animation she imparts to the story. Serani also includes an appendix titled Helping Children Through Sadness: A Guide for Caring Adults which clues adults in on how to be aware of emotional turmoil in children and gives details of ways to help kids work through those feelings. She also includes a listing of resources for parents and caregivers. Sometimes When I'm Sad is an important book that’s most highly recommended.
Sometimes When I'm Sad is an educational storybook for children written by Deborah Serani and illustrated by Kyra Teis. All too often, adults overlook the emotions children feel, especially when they’re feeling sad, like the little boy in this story. When we first meet him, he’s very aware that there are times when he feels sad, and he realizes that crying, throwing his toys or hiding are ways he uses to cope with that overwhelming sadness he feels. Even ice cream and baby bunnies can’t chase away those blues when he feels that badly. Then a counselor came into his life. She understood his sadness and the giant space it can fill. She also had some ways to help him make those feelings grow smaller, while also acknowledging that crying and hiding are fine -- at least for a little while. She helped him realize that he could share his feelings with an adult or his friends, and she would also always be there for him.
Deborah Serani’s Sometimes When I'm Sad takes kids’ emotions seriously and shows kids that not only are those feelings real and important, but she can show them ways to deal with the turmoil and despair they create. Kyra Teis’s illustrations do a brilliant job of showing the little boy both when he’s feeling sad and when he’s happy and at peace with himself. I loved the expressions she gives her characters and the animation she imparts to the story. Serani also includes an appendix titled Helping Children Through Sadness: A Guide for Caring Adults which clues adults in on how to be aware of emotional turmoil in children and gives details of ways to help kids work through those feelings. She also includes a listing of resources for parents and caregivers. Sometimes When I'm Sad is an important book that’s most highly recommended.
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Reindolphins
A Christmas Tale
Kevin Brougher
2019 Gold Medal
44 Pages
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Children - Picture Book
Reviewed by Rosie Malezer for Readers' Favorite
Reindolphins: A Christmas Tale is a children’s book written by Kevin Brougher and illustrated by Lisa Santa Cruz. Three days before Christmas, all of Santa’s reindeer find themselves bedridden with chicken pox. Flustered, Santa does not know what to do, until an elf suggests finding an alternative critter to take their place for this Christmas while the reindeer recover. Many species come from near and far, hoping to win this unique opportunity to pull Santa’s sleigh. Elephants, skunks, rabbits, hippos, pigs, cats, monkeys, otters and more auditioned for the role but, one by one, showed that they were not what Santa was looking for. With almost all animal species having failed the test, the elf points to the water where the dolphins are playing. After almost having cancelled Christmas, Santa is overjoyed to have finally found the perfect replacements to pull his sleigh.
Kevin Brougher’s wonderfully illustrated book was a fun and delightful read. Watching all of the different animals audition to pull Santa’s sleigh was exciting and extremely amusing, as each had a trait which worked very much to Santa’s disadvantage. The skunks and cats had me laughing out loud. Although in need of a polish, the unique vintage design ensures that Reindolphins: A Christmas Tale will possibly someday be referred to as a classic Christmas tale, alongside other greats such as Mistletoe Over Manhattan, Miracle on 34th Street, and The Grinch that Stole Christmas. Christmas stories are always fun, and Reindolphins: A Christmas Tale is no exception. I recommend this book to readers, young and old, who enjoy getting into the Christmas spirit at such a magical time of the year.
Reindolphins: A Christmas Tale is a children’s book written by Kevin Brougher and illustrated by Lisa Santa Cruz. Three days before Christmas, all of Santa’s reindeer find themselves bedridden with chicken pox. Flustered, Santa does not know what to do, until an elf suggests finding an alternative critter to take their place for this Christmas while the reindeer recover. Many species come from near and far, hoping to win this unique opportunity to pull Santa’s sleigh. Elephants, skunks, rabbits, hippos, pigs, cats, monkeys, otters and more auditioned for the role but, one by one, showed that they were not what Santa was looking for. With almost all animal species having failed the test, the elf points to the water where the dolphins are playing. After almost having cancelled Christmas, Santa is overjoyed to have finally found the perfect replacements to pull his sleigh.
Kevin Brougher’s wonderfully illustrated book was a fun and delightful read. Watching all of the different animals audition to pull Santa’s sleigh was exciting and extremely amusing, as each had a trait which worked very much to Santa’s disadvantage. The skunks and cats had me laughing out loud. Although in need of a polish, the unique vintage design ensures that Reindolphins: A Christmas Tale will possibly someday be referred to as a classic Christmas tale, alongside other greats such as Mistletoe Over Manhattan, Miracle on 34th Street, and The Grinch that Stole Christmas. Christmas stories are always fun, and Reindolphins: A Christmas Tale is no exception. I recommend this book to readers, young and old, who enjoy getting into the Christmas spirit at such a magical time of the year.
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My Mom Has Two Jobs
Michelle Travis
2019 Silver Medal
62 Pages
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Children - Picture Book
Reviewed by Emily-Jane Hills Orford for Readers' Favorite
Moms can do all kinds of things. They can be doctors, nurses, dentists, engineers, pilots, secretaries, waitresses and so much more. But the best thing about moms is the special care they offer their children. They actually have two jobs: one outside of the home and one at home. It’s important to appreciate the many things that a mom can do. A doctor mom also cares for her injured child at home. A secretary mom helps her child find missing items and keep things at home in order.
Michelle Travis has written a delightful picture book story to help young readers appreciate all the things their moms can do. My Mom Has Two Jobs explores many of the possible occupations for a mom outside of the home and, for each outside job, the author compares it to the similar loving care moms provide to their children at home. For example, the mom who is a police officer: “When I take my friend’s favorite stuffed bear, she teaches me to be honest and to care.” Loving lessons to make young people grow up to be loving, caring, honest adults.
Not only does the author present the many jobs a mom can do, but she also points out to young readers, particularly girls, that they can be and do anything they want as a grownup. And still be a good mom. There are many important lessons to learn in this colorfully illustrated picture book. The author made an excellent selection of occupations, though not every possible occupation is listed. The comparisons will encourage young readers to make their own connections with their moms and what they do in the workplace and at home. An excellent and enjoyable educational book.
Moms can do all kinds of things. They can be doctors, nurses, dentists, engineers, pilots, secretaries, waitresses and so much more. But the best thing about moms is the special care they offer their children. They actually have two jobs: one outside of the home and one at home. It’s important to appreciate the many things that a mom can do. A doctor mom also cares for her injured child at home. A secretary mom helps her child find missing items and keep things at home in order.
Michelle Travis has written a delightful picture book story to help young readers appreciate all the things their moms can do. My Mom Has Two Jobs explores many of the possible occupations for a mom outside of the home and, for each outside job, the author compares it to the similar loving care moms provide to their children at home. For example, the mom who is a police officer: “When I take my friend’s favorite stuffed bear, she teaches me to be honest and to care.” Loving lessons to make young people grow up to be loving, caring, honest adults.
Not only does the author present the many jobs a mom can do, but she also points out to young readers, particularly girls, that they can be and do anything they want as a grownup. And still be a good mom. There are many important lessons to learn in this colorfully illustrated picture book. The author made an excellent selection of occupations, though not every possible occupation is listed. The comparisons will encourage young readers to make their own connections with their moms and what they do in the workplace and at home. An excellent and enjoyable educational book.
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When God Made Color
Sheri Carmon
2019 Bronze Medal
32 Pages
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Children - Picture Book
Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite
When God Made Color by Sheri Carmon is an enchanting book that captures the beauty and allure of colors in a whimsical way. God danced across the waters, carrying all the colors of the rainbow. He stood above the waters and wished there was light and thus day and night came into existence. As the heavens and earth separated at the sound of his voice, color streamed through the entire expanse. Everywhere the colors gave life as they swept down on the earth and the earth burst forth with life. Plants appeared and deep green forests grew and after that God made swimming creatures. Next came the feathered flyers and the animals. Finally, God made his most marvelous creation and blessed them all.
This beautiful book takes readers not only through the world God has created but also introduces them to colors in the most wonderful way. The illustrations are vibrant and vivid and will captivate readers with their radiance. The book is like poetry in motion where every page is awash with bright shades of life. The book highlights God's creations and their beauty and color. The author also celebrates the unity and diversity that exist in the Universe, ranging from humans to animals to plants. It is definitely a good book to make children aware of the beauty, colors, and magnificence of God and his creations in a colorful way. It can be used at home and in schools, teaching about colors and the creations of God in an entertaining way.
When God Made Color by Sheri Carmon is an enchanting book that captures the beauty and allure of colors in a whimsical way. God danced across the waters, carrying all the colors of the rainbow. He stood above the waters and wished there was light and thus day and night came into existence. As the heavens and earth separated at the sound of his voice, color streamed through the entire expanse. Everywhere the colors gave life as they swept down on the earth and the earth burst forth with life. Plants appeared and deep green forests grew and after that God made swimming creatures. Next came the feathered flyers and the animals. Finally, God made his most marvelous creation and blessed them all.
This beautiful book takes readers not only through the world God has created but also introduces them to colors in the most wonderful way. The illustrations are vibrant and vivid and will captivate readers with their radiance. The book is like poetry in motion where every page is awash with bright shades of life. The book highlights God's creations and their beauty and color. The author also celebrates the unity and diversity that exist in the Universe, ranging from humans to animals to plants. It is definitely a good book to make children aware of the beauty, colors, and magnificence of God and his creations in a colorful way. It can be used at home and in schools, teaching about colors and the creations of God in an entertaining way.
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Meet the Pops
Belinda Barbieri
2019 Bronze Medal
26 Pages
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Children - Picture Book
Reviewed by Michelle Stanley for Readers' Favorite
Meet the Pops is a children’s adventure story by Belinda Barbieri. Coco is excited that she and her brother, Soda, are starting school today. But Soda doesn’t feel that way because he’s adopted and believes he won’t make any friends. No one wanted to make friends with Soda and he sat alone at lunch. But something changed when the special treat from his mother glowed brightly, making the other students surround him. Lolly, the kids’ father, checks to see if the wild cherry lollipops are ready to be picked for Halloween. The Pops live on a unique farm with a sugar-sweet river containing peppermint striped bass and gummy snakes. The hens lay marshmallows instead of eggs, and even the cows produce strawberry and chocolate milk.
The Pops’s farm is definitely one where children will love to spend their summers with so many treats and unusual wildlife surrounding them. Soda and Coco are cool kids and so are their parents, Lolly and Candy. Meet the Pops is from the amusing children's adventure series by Belinda Barbieri. It’s an entertaining story for children in the kindergarten to third-grade ages. The author uses her creative writing skills to teach children about good behavior, learning to share and being friendly to others. There are text messages from Candy and Coco to young readers. I love the artwork and am pleased that I was fortunate to review the other story in this series, Meet the Pops: Flag Day, Every Day. I recommend this lovely children’s novella by Belinda Barbieri.
Meet the Pops is a children’s adventure story by Belinda Barbieri. Coco is excited that she and her brother, Soda, are starting school today. But Soda doesn’t feel that way because he’s adopted and believes he won’t make any friends. No one wanted to make friends with Soda and he sat alone at lunch. But something changed when the special treat from his mother glowed brightly, making the other students surround him. Lolly, the kids’ father, checks to see if the wild cherry lollipops are ready to be picked for Halloween. The Pops live on a unique farm with a sugar-sweet river containing peppermint striped bass and gummy snakes. The hens lay marshmallows instead of eggs, and even the cows produce strawberry and chocolate milk.
The Pops’s farm is definitely one where children will love to spend their summers with so many treats and unusual wildlife surrounding them. Soda and Coco are cool kids and so are their parents, Lolly and Candy. Meet the Pops is from the amusing children's adventure series by Belinda Barbieri. It’s an entertaining story for children in the kindergarten to third-grade ages. The author uses her creative writing skills to teach children about good behavior, learning to share and being friendly to others. There are text messages from Candy and Coco to young readers. I love the artwork and am pleased that I was fortunate to review the other story in this series, Meet the Pops: Flag Day, Every Day. I recommend this lovely children’s novella by Belinda Barbieri.
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