Elena Reads and Reviews

Review: Mabuhay! Is a Fascinating Read That Combines Filipino Culture With An Action-Packed Fantasy

Mabuhay! by Zachary Sterling is a compelling, action-filled graphic novel that tells the unique story of a Filipino family whose

Honey Thomas is a multifaceted author, counselor, and grandmother. She loves reading, traveling, and brunching with her good girlfriends. She

I’ve read practically every book on my shelf, so when looking for a new book to review for my six-year

Kwame Alexander is a writing genius. Hands down. First he delivered the masterpiece of The Crossover, and then wrote one

Child Of The Dream is written by Jackie Robinson’s daughter, Sharon. It’s a peek into her life as a 13-year-old

Note From Elena Reads: Today’s guest blogger is Ana Davis, an avid reader who is also a family friend. About

While some kids are collecting stamps or rocks, young Jerome loves to collect words. Words like hope, wonder, and torrential.

Note from Elena Reads: I’m excited that another one of my best friends is doing a guest review for my

Written in first-person, with accompanying comic-style pictures, I Am Martin Luther King, Jr. by Brad Meltzer will teach young kids

When you hear a good song, or take a bite of your favorite food, you have to stop whatever you’re

Lauren and her best friend since forever, Tara, are inseparable. They do everything together, yet somehow Tara is always the

A Girl’s Bill Of Rights is a sweet book with an empowering message that will inspire all girls to be

Danny is a crayon in a pencil box. Everywhere he goes, he never seems to fit in. In San Diego,