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It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? – 10/2/17

Rebecca Herzog

The weekly post where I recap all the KidLit books I’ve been reading. Occasionally, I’ll also review some adult fiction books as well.   Be sure to check out Teach Mentor Texts and Unleashing Readers to see what other kidlit readers are reading. Because, you know, we can never have too many books in our TBR pile.                                          Here are my September writing goals recap + some Cybils-related exciting news! Board Books  Busy Penguins  written by John Schindel  photos by Jonathan Chester This is a cute … Continue reading It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? – 10/2/17

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It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? – 9/25/17

Rebecca Herzog

The weekly post where I recap all the KidLit books I’ve been reading. Occasionally, I’ll also review some adult fiction books as well.   Be sure to check out Teach Mentor Texts and Unleashing Readers to see what other kidlit readers are reading. Because, you know, we can never have too many books in our TBR pile.                                          I’m participating in the R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril (RIP) challenge! Click here to see the books I’ll be reading. Board Books The Bunny Rabbit Show! by Sandra Boynton We … Continue reading It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? – 9/25/17

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R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril XII (RIPXII)

Rebecca Herzog

Two years ago in November (2015), I discovered the R.I.P community reading challenge. Anyone who has been around me for even a little bit knows that I am head over heels in love with Autumn, Halloween and anything creepy. And I also love to read. It’s like the R.I.P. challenge was created just for me! Of course it was too late to officially participate the year I discover it, but I was so excited to give it a go the following year (2016). Fast forward 10 months, and I was 8 months pregnant and moving across country. Needless to say, … Continue reading R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril XII (RIPXII)

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Book Giveaway: Castle Hangnail by Ursula Vernon

Rebecca Herzog

Castle Hangnail by Ursula Vernon   See my full review here ***Congrats to Kathy D. for winning!***   I’m in the process of finalizing prep for Hurricane Irma, but I am so excited to be doing another book giveaway this month. I absolutely enjoyed reading this book and I know that many others will too. I hope that you’ll take just a second and enter the giveaway at the end of this post. As always, it will run from Sunday (9/10/17) at midnight until 11:59pm on Saturday (9/16/17). Good luck! Other books by Ursula Vernon: Dragonbreath (Puffin Books) Hamster Princess … Continue reading Book Giveaway: Castle Hangnail by Ursula Vernon

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It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? – 9/4/17

Rebecca Herzog

The weekly post where I recap all the KidLit books I’ve been reading. Occasionally, I’ll also review some adult fiction books as well. Be sure to check out Teach Mentor Texts and Unleashing Readers to see what other kidlit readers are reading. Because, you know, we can never have too many books in our TBR pile.                                          September Book Giveaway: My full review here September’s book giveaway is Castle Hangnail by Ursula Vernon. The giveaway will go live here on the blog this Sunday, September … Continue reading It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? – 9/4/17

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It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? 8/28/17

Rebecca Herzog

The weekly post where I recap all the KidLit books I’ve been reading. Occasionally, I’ll also review some adult fiction books as well.   Be sure to check out Teach Mentor Texts and Unleashing Readers to see what other kidlit readers are reading. Because, you know, we can never have too many books in our TBR pile.                                          Picture Books written by Erica S. Perl illustrated by Henry Cole I enjoyed this first book, Chicken Butt, but this one fell flat. The concept is great, but … Continue reading It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? 8/28/17

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Castle Hangnail – Middle Grade Review

Rebecca Herzog

Buy Here Castle Hangnail by Ursula Vernon At a Glance Genre(s): Fantasy, Humor   Age Range: 8-12   Plot: When 12 year old Molly shows up at Castle Hangnail to fill its wicked witch vacancy, the minions of the castle are a bit skeptical. Will she be able to complete the tasks set by the Board of Magic so that Castle Hangnail isn’t decommissioned and sold?   Pros: Original and clever plot–I was surprised at the twists and turns funny Fun, well rounded characters I loved the idea of the minions (like Igor, not the yellow dudes) and the Minion … Continue reading Castle Hangnail – Middle Grade Review

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Pottymouth and Stoopid – Middle Grade Review

Rebecca Herzog

buy here Pottymouth and Stoopid by James Pattterson and Chris Grabenstein illustrated by Stephen Gilpin At a Glance Genre(s): Humor, Realistic Fiction   Age Range: 8-10 years old Plot: David and Michael, AKA Pottymouth and Stoopid, have been bullied since pre-school. Now in 7th grade, they try to use humor to deal with the incessant name-calling. Pros: Gilpin’s illustrations are fun, and help to move the story along Quick, easy read Pottymouth’s made-up words are actually pretty fun Cons: Completely unrealistic, insensitive take on bullying stereotypical, cardboard characters the ending felt tacked on and insubstantial while it is trying to … Continue reading Pottymouth and Stoopid – Middle Grade Review

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It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? 8/21/17

Rebecca Herzog

The weekly post where I recap all the KidLit books I’ve been reading. Occasionally, I’ll also review some adult fiction books as well.   Be sure to check out Teach Mentor Texts and Unleashing Readers to see what other kidlit readers are reading. Because, you know, we can never have too many books in our TBR pile.                                          I’m organizing a ZINE Swap! For more info, check out this post here! Board Books Orange Triangle Fox by Sarah Jones I stumbled into two really good … Continue reading It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? 8/21/17

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It’s Monday! What Am I Reading? 7/31/17

Rebecca Herzog

  The weekly post where I recap all the KidLit books I’ve been reading. Occasionally, I’ll also review some adult fiction books as well. Be sure to check out Teach Mentor Texts and Unleashing Readers to see what other kidlit readers are reading. Because, you know, we can never have too many books in our TBR pile.                                             Picture Books Thank You and Good Night by Patrick McDonnell Oh my goodness, what a beautiful book. Both the illustrations and the text are just wonderful. … Continue reading It’s Monday! What Am I Reading? 7/31/17