William Pene DuBois: The Twenty-One Balloons

The Twenty-One Balloons (Puffin Modern Classics) “Half of this story is true and the other half might very well have happened.”  ― William Pène du Bois, The Twenty-One Balloons From Goodreads, Professor William Waterman Sherman intends to fly across the Pacific Ocean. But through a twist of fate, he lands on Krakatoa, and discovers a world of… Continue reading William Pene DuBois: The Twenty-One Balloons

Book Blast: Tale of the Messed Up Talent Show

About the Book Title: Tale of the Messed Up Talent Show (Madison and GA – My Guardian Angel) Author: Melissa Perry Moraja Publication Date: November 15, 2013 Publisher: Independent – Melissa Productions Inc. Number of pages: 156 Recommended age: 6-12     Summary Madison Wunderkind is a sweet, honest girl, who always seems to find… Continue reading Book Blast: Tale of the Messed Up Talent Show

What are College Students Reading for Fun?

A recent assignment had me curious as to what college age students (18-20) would read on their own decision.  This is a completely unscientific analysis, but I have about 120+ students this semester, so I think it’s slightly indicative of what this age group is interested in reading.  Mostly, students are interested in reading –… Continue reading What are College Students Reading for Fun?

Best of Summer 2013: Kid Lit Blog Hop

Because of the popularity of previous Giveaway Hops, Mother Daughter Book Reviews and Youth Literature Reviews are hosting a fabulous Best of Summer Giveaway Hop to end the summer! Check out our Top Ten Summer Favorites below as well as our Giveaway, and then Hop along to check out all of the Best of Summer… Continue reading Best of Summer 2013: Kid Lit Blog Hop