Book reviews

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May 24, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

Take 5: Recent graphic novels reviews

I continue to mostly just want to read graphic novels. That works out well, because so do so many of the kids at school. So here are a few quick post-it note reviews of books I read this past week (and one book a student read).

May 18, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

Book Review: Let the Monster Out by Chad Lucas

It might be the "creepy" factor that will interest kids in picking up this book, but it's the layers to the story and the complicated, authentic characters that will keep kids reading.

Book Review: The Science of Being Angry by Nicole Melleby

May 17, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

I can't think of any book that really captures what it's like to deal with that anger inside of you and the fallout from it like this one does.

Book Review: The Agathas by Kathleen Glasgow and Liz Lawson

May 4, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

I highly recommend this engrossing read and already need to see what mystery Iris and Alice will tackle next. Great read.

Post-It Note Reviews: Retellings, werewolves, the pandemic, art camp, and more!

April 21, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

Post-it Note Reviews are a great way to display books in your library or classroom, a way to let kids recommend their favorite titles without having to get up in front of everyone and do a book talk, and an easy way to offer a more personal recommendation than just the flap copy offers.