BUILD A SNOWMAN, 1,2,3

Author (last name first):
Bryant, Megan E.

Publisher, Date of Publication: 

Price Stern Sloan, Penguin Group/2010

Grade Level/ or Age Level: 

PreK-Kindergarden

Classification: Fiction 

This story is about 2 children, Max and Ella who build a snowman. They look all over the neighborhood for the things to make their snowman. It also teaches counting,(1 carrot, 5 buttons etc.) as they create their snowman . It is also a pop-up book which is also very cute. Pre- school or even younger would enjoy this book. It is very colorful.


Reviewed By: Patty Bruce ( Electra ISD Social Worker)

HAMSTER MAGIC

Author (last name first):
Jonell, Lynne

Publisher, Date of Publication: 

Random House/2010

Grade Level/ or Age Level: 

3rd-4th

Classification:Fiction

The book "Hamster Magic" tells the story of four siblings in a magical adventure. Their parents have to move due to work and Derek, the youngest boy, is not so happy about it. They move to a house which has three floors and is located in the country away from others. The children couldn't find their hamster; it got out of it's cage. This was their third hamster and they couldn't let their parents find out it was lost or they'll be in trouble. It was also a chance to show their parents that they could take care of an animal well enough to get a dog. Once the hamster is found by Celia, the youngest sibling, the kids realize that the hamster can speak and it can grant them one wish for saving his life. Celia accidentally wishes to be bigger than Derek and because this is a hamster wish.... she becomes a hamster. They must find the great hamster to reverse the wish. This book is greatly entertaining and perfect for children who are into fantasy books.

Reviewed By: Joanna Zuniga ( Midwestern State University Student)

BANDIT'S SURPRISE

Author (last name first):
Rostoker-Gruber, Karen

Publisher, Date of Publication: 

Marshall Cavendish Children/2010

Grade Level/ or Age Level: 

2nd-5th

Classification: Fiction 

This is a story about Bandit, a cat that is surprised by a new kitten his master brings home one day. The story progresses from Bandit being unnerved by the kitten, Mitzy that touches his things, but he eventually warms up to her. The essence of the story is of having a new sibling in a family. The age range of this well illustrated picture book is for younger children in elementary school that have a hard time to younger siblings. The book is an easy read selection and has amusing comments from Bandit such as "Puwrtecto". I would recommend this book because children would subconsciously relate to the story. The characters of the cats are very broad. Bandit is older and territorial while young Mitzy is playful and adventurous.

Reviewed By: Linh Vo ( Midwestern State University Student)  

LIFE OF A NINJA

Author (last name first):
Doeden, Matt

Publisher, Date of Publication: 

Capstone Press/2010

Grade Level/ or Age Level: 

5th

Classification: Fiction 

The cover was captivating since there is a ninja holding a shuriker. This cover helps to draw in elementary kids to read the book. The book has fun facts about ninjas and colorful pictures that will retain the attention of children. The story is very interactive and allows children to make decisions that will lead them to different story lines. The decision-making shows children the consequences of their actions.  

Reviewed By: Tin Phan ( Midwestern State University Student) 

WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A BUTTERFLY AND A MOTH?

 

 

 

Author (last name first):
Koontz, Robin

Publisher, Date of Publication: 

Picture Window Books/2010

Grade Level/ or Age Level: 

4th-5th

Classification: Non-Fiction 

 

The book "What's the Difference Between a Butterfly and a Moth?" is very discriptive on portraying the differences between butterflies and moths. It illustrates every page with insects and points out their anatomical differences. There are also interesting facts about each insect on some pages of the book. An interesting part of this book is when it shows the distinction between the cycles on how each insect becomes flying creatures. The book contains fun facts, and a glossary in the last page; it relates important information on these bugs. This book would be very helpful to children who are learning about butterflies and moths or have an interest in insects.

 

Reviewed By: Joanna Zuniga ( MSU Student) 

THE MISSING MONSTER CARD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Author (last name first):
Mortensen, Lori

Publisher, Date of Publication: 

Stone Arch Books/2010

Grade Level/ or Age Level: 

3rd or 4th

Classification: Fiction 

The story centers around 2 boys, Ethan and Zack. Ethan buys a new Monster Card and is excited about showing Zack. However, when he goes to show it to him, it is not in his pocket. The story is centered on the search for the missing card. Ethan finds the card in his brown coat not his blue coat. The book is written in a graphic style. The book begins by illustrating and explaining how to read a graphic novel so the reader is able to follow the storyline. 

 

Reviewed By: Patty Bruce ( Electra ISD Social Worker)

IT'S CRISTMAS DAVID!

Author (last name first):
Shannon, David 

Publisher, Date of Publication: 

Blue Sky Press/2010

Grade Level/ or Age Level: 

PreK-Kindergarden

Classification: Fiction

This is a colorful and wonderfully illustrated book. David is always in trouble and with Christmas just around the corner, he is trying to stay out of trouble. Each page shows how David is doing different things that solicit the response NO! It is a very easy book for pre-k or kindergarden children. Each page has a few words letting the pictures tell the story. It is a very nice book

Reviewed By: Patty Bruce(Electra ISD Social Worker)