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
Review: Wishtree Is An Interesting Story From A Unique Perspective
Wishtree, by Katherine Applegate, is told from the perspective of a tree. Mrs. E., our school librarian, recommended it and
Review: The Empress and the Silkworm Is Legend of How Silk Was Discovered
I recently read a book called The Empress and the Silkworm, written and illustrated by Lily Toy Hong. It is a
My Favorite Original Poems From Creative Writing Camp
Every summer I go to a writing camp to learn more and more about writing. Last week, I attended Creative
Review: Juneteenth Explains Slavery and Celebrates Emancipation
I read this book about slavery and the end of slavery called Juneteenth, by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson and Drew Nelson.
Review: My Daddy Loves Me Showcases Bond Between Father and Son
For Father’s Day, I’m reviewing a book called My Daddy Loves Me, by Mama, Baba, and Sekou Afrika. It is
Review: The Case For Loving: The Fight For Interracial Marriage
I read The Case For Loving: The Fight For Interracial Marriage, by Selina Alko. It is about the right to
Review: Lots of Books, Authors at Chicago’s Printer’s Row Lit Fest
I went to Printer’s Row Lit Fest in Chicago today. The event is the Midwest’s Largest Literary Festival. There were lots
Review: Emmanuel’s Dream Proves Any Goal Can Be Reached
Emmanuel’s Dream: The True Story of Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah is about an African boy who was born with only one
Review: Rules Offers Lessons About Understanding Autism and Accepting Differences
My school spent an entire month raising awareness about autism for Autism Awareness Month. Every Friday in April we wore
Interview: Christian Robinson has a “Fun, Simple and Playful” Style
Christian Robinson is the illustrator of lots of children’s books including the award-winning Last Stop on Market Street, The Smallest Girl
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