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Thump, Quack, Moo: A Whacky Adventure
Doreen Cronin
Atheneum, 2008
Another Cronin/Lewin Smash Hit!
(Speaking of "smash," poor Duck, one of the most beloved Cronin characters ever, experiences one in this book; read it and see!) This is another hilariously fun read for pre-schoolers and parents/teachers alike, with a very satisfying, laugh-out-loud, ...
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The Underneath
Kathi Appelt
Atheneum, 2008
Book Review: The Underneath
I'm a skeptical reviewer. I'm prone to be disappointed in the books I read if they don't live up to my hopes. It's a curse. Until I started hearing the rave reviews, "The Underneath" is not a book that I would typically be be inclined to pick up. I'm glad I put my ...
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Three Little Words: A Memoir
Ashley Rhodes-Courter
Atheneum, 2008
A heartbreaking and inspiring memoir
Lorraine Rhodes was a single teenage mother who shared parenting duties of little Ashley with her twin sister. They lived in a trailer and worked different shifts. Their home became the cool teen party hangout since there were no real adults around. Lorraine's maternal ...
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Dooby Dooby Moo
Doreen Cronin
Atheneum, 2006
Always fun books!
I have bought all the Cronin books for my little DGD. It is fun to read them to her, and as she develops, I want her to love books with a great sense of humor. Cronin books are fab!
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Never Take a Shark to the Dentist: and Other Things Not to Do
Judi Barrett
Atheneum, 2008
Goofy fun
This read-aloud book has wacky, detailed illustrations that are certain to bring on the giggles. Kids will eat it up.
Each two-page spread has, on the left, straightforward advice on what not to do. On the right is a full-color illustration showing why the advice is ...
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Someday
Alison McGhee
Atheneum, 2007
Beautiful and simple
I bought this book on a whim while purchasing another book for my son. I am so glad that I did! I could barely finish reading, I was crying so much. My son was born a preemie at 24 weeks, and for the longest time, we didn't know if he would have a 'someday'. The only ...
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Duck for President
Doreen Cronin
Atheneum, 2008
"WITH A QUACK QUACK HERE, AND A QUACK QUACK THERE."
If you're having trouble choosing a candidate in this election year, Duck's your man or more properly "your duck." "Duck is Great for 2008!"
In this delightful children's story our hero may be a winner but he was once a very dissatisfied duck. He lived on a ...
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Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs
Judi Barrett
Atheneum, 1978
Great book!
Love this book! I remember borrowing this book from the library when I was growing up and I had to share it with my children. My 2 boys really enjoy this book, especially when the food is gigantic. I would highly recommend this book for children of all ages.
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Olivia Forms a Band
Atheneum, 2006
Olivia forms a band
In this story, Olivia and her family are preparing for a night of watching fireworks. Olivia asks if there will be a band. When she is told there won't be, she decides to make the night perfect by forming a one pig band.
The book is divided into three parts. The ...
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Olivia Helps with Christmas (Olivia Series)
Atheneum, 2007
Falconer's story and drawings are as charming as ever
'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house Olivia was stirring up cheer and a bit of mischief waiting for Santa's arrival. Ian Falconer's lovable and spirited porcine heroine is back in her fifth feature, OLIVIA HELPS WITH CHRISTMAS, about the ...
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Lost and Found
Andrew Clements
Atheneum, 2008
Cute Story...
I've got twin boys and this story was so cute for them to read. They could identify with the story and it has quickly become a favorite bedtime read for the whole family. Illustrations was pleasing to the eyes and the font is a great size for beginning readers.
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Olivia's Opposites
Atheneum, 2002
Super book 2
Another great Olivia book. My daughter loves saying opposite words now because of this book.
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What a Wonderful World (Jean Karl Books)
George David Weiss, Bob Thiele
Atheneum, 1995
Awesome!!
This is such a great book to go with such a great song! The illustration is wonderful as well. I definitely recommend it for little ones.
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The Keys to the Effortless Golf Swing: Curing Your Hit Impulse in Seven Simple Lessons
Michael McTeigue
Atheneum Books, 1985
The Ultimate Golf Swing Tip Eluded Me - Until Now
The very first time I played golf I got a hole-in-one.
It's been downhill ever since.
I was 15 years old and 35 years later I was still struggling to break 80. I'd hit the ball OK some days, but usually I always put too much pressure on my short game to score. I ...
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Weedflower
Cynthia Kadohata
Atheneum, 2006
Up for a challenge
I am in love with this book! Weedflower is about a twelve year old Japanese-American girl named Sumiko. Her parents died when she was little so she lived with her Aunt, Uncle, Grandfather and cousins. They raise a flower farm until Japan bombed Pearl Harbor and they ...
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