Book Review: The Middler by Kirsty Applebaum

I've been needing some kind of book that would put me on the edge of my seat and this was the perfect read. I finished it in one sitting... that's how good it was! I hope you enjoy my review enough to snag yourself a copy. Before you take a peek at my review, go...

NetGalley Readathon: May Wrap-Up and June Goals

It's time to do a wrap-up with how well May went and to create some goals for the month of June! If you did not catch my initial post about the NetGalley Readathon and what it is, you can check it out here. I'd love to have some more accountability partners too! May Wrap-Up and...

Book Review: Once Upon an Eid Edited by S. K. Ali & Aisha Saeed

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for giving me access to this book to read and review before it published! I am so thankful for books that are mirrors and windows into other cultures and traditions. My students will love reading about Eid and how it is celebrated by many different families all over...

Book Review: The Inside Battle by Melanie Sumrow

This is an upper-middle grade book that will definitely get you riled up! If you're ready, you need to take on this heavy read that features a racist, anti-government militia group and how Rebel Mercer, a middle schooler, gets caught up in it. Order here! Summary: Thirteen-year-old Rebel Mercer lives in west Texas with his...

Let’s Talk Book Covers: Purple

I have an obsession with book covers because they can be so captivating, and yes I do sometimes judge books based on the cover. It’s okay, you can admit it too. My hope for this series is so you can not only see the gorgeous art of these book covers, but to help add more...

Book Review: What Stars Are Made Of by Sarah Allen

If you are needing a hopeful book during this time of isolation, then this one is for you. I adored this #ownvoices book and I hope you and your reader will too. Order here! Summary: Twelve-year-old Libby Monroe is great at science, being optimistic, and talking to her famous, accomplished friends (okay, maybe that last...

It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? #imwayr [5.25.20]

It's Monday! What Are You Reading? originated as a meme that started by Shelia at Book Journeys, then it passed onto Kathryn at The Book Date. Then the Unleashing Readers, Jen Vincent, Teach Mentor Texts, and Kellee decided to give it a twist by having a #kidlit focus. So this is a time to share...

Book Review: Ways to Make Sunshine by Renée Watson

Renée Watson has a heart of gold and so does her character, Ryan Hart. This book will be perfect for students who are transitioning to chapter books and who would love a light and sunshine-y read. Order here! Summary: Ryan Hart loves to spend time with her friends, loves to invent recipes, and has a...

Book Review: Sci-Fu: Kick It Off (#1) by Yehudi Mercado

#MiddleGradeMagic was an online book festival with many panels of fantastic middle grade authors and illustrators. One of the authors that I got to tune into was Yehudi Mercado. I had not heard of his books before and his graphic novel series Sci-Fu sounded perfect for my students. I bought book #1 right then and...

Book Review: Letters from Cuba by Ruth Behar

I am so thankful that I was accepted for reading and reviewing this book on NetGalley! I absolutely loved Ruth Behar's Lucky Broken Girl and I could not resist requesting this historical fiction book. It releases in a little over 3 months! Releases: August 25th, 2020 Pre-order here! Summary: The situation is getting dire for...